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Emergency Water Leak Repair to Begin at Midnight for Area on Platinum Drive; Businesses to be Impacted

FROM THE CITY OF BRIDGEPORT
 
The city of Bridgeport has an emergency water leak on Platinum Drive. Crew will be on site for repairs, tonight beginning at midnight until completed.  
 
Areas to be affected are Kroger Plaza, Taco Bell, Panera Bread, Med Express, Wendy’s, Springhill Suites, and Townplace Suites.
 
Residents may be without water or may experience low water pressure, or discolored water.  Estimated time for the completion of the repair is 2-6 hours.  
 
The City apologizes for any inconvenience this may cause.  Contact the Public Works Department at 304-842-8206 with questions or concerns.

by Connect-Bridgeport Staff on July 26, 2021 EST


Bridgeport to See 31 Sections of City Facing Potential Water Issues for Period of July 26 through August 6

Please be advised that the Bridgeport Water Department will be flushing fire hydrantsthroughout the City of Bridgeport. This is an on-going project that will continue through September 2021.
 
City Employees will be flushing fire hydrants, weather permitting, Monday, July 26, 2021 through Friday, August 6, 2021, in the following areas of Bridgeport:
 
WEEK 11
Center Court
Ross St.
Circle Dr.
Stout St.
Davisson St.
W. Olive St.
Dunkin Ave.
W. Philadelphia Ave.
E. Philadelphia Ave.
W. Smith St.
Glen Ave.
Worthington Dr.
Jones Ave.
Worthington Place
Pearcy Ave.
Zappia Dr.
 
 
WEEK 12
Brightridge Dr.
Meadow Ln.
Deerfield Dr.
Oakdale Ave.
E. Shannon Rd.
Ritter St.
Faris Ave.
Stout St.
Hall St.
W. Philadelphia Ave.
James St.
Water St.
Johnson Ave.
Wyatt. St.
Long St.
 
 
 
It is possible, but not likely, that residents may experience some discoloration, cloudy water, low pressure, or temporary loss of service of water during this period. The City will not be responsible for any damage caused by discolored water.
 
Call (304) 842-8231 for information.

by Connect-Bridgeport Staff on July 26, 2021 EST


West Virginia Junior College to host Free Back-to-School Community Event

West Virginia Junior College's Class of 2021 Practical Nursing Program will host a free Back-to-School Community Event Monday, Aug. 2. Between 2-6 p.m., there will be backpack giveaways, sports physicals, games, music, and food available. Also offered will be certificates for free haircuts and a community food drive. West Virginia Junior College is located at 176 Thompson Drive, Bridgeport (past Gabriel’s Plaza.) Call 304-842-4007 for more information.
 
 

by Connect-Bridgeport Staff on July 22, 2021 EST


Final Registration Drive for Annual Citywide Yard Sale in Bridgeport More than Triples Participant Numbers

Whether the layoff from one year due to COVID stopped people from initially registering or perhaps many missed the initial announcement on various forms of social media, the second announcement apparently got a lot more traction.
 
Although the numbers are still down, the final number of those officially registered for the City of Bridgeport’s Annual Citywide Yard Sale jumped substantially. A story that ran last week on Connect-Bridgeport announcing the final day of registration may have played a part.
 
According to Bridgeport Community Development Director Andrea Kerr, the number of households more than tripled from the initial list. The initial list provided by Kerr had 21 households on it. The final one submitted by Kerr had 67 households on it for the August 7 event.
 
Kerr said the list will be placed at various city and city-related buildings including the Municipal Complex, Benedum Civic Center, Bridgeport Public Library, The Bridge, and the Greater Bridgeport Convention and Visitors Bureau. Expect that in the days ahead.
 
“That doesn’t mean you can’t have a yard sale,” said Kerr last week. “It just means your address won’t be on the city list. We have dozens that do the yard sale each year that are not on the list.”
 
Even with the recent additions, the numbers are still down. Typically, the city sees nearly 100 housholds registered. There are also dozens of homes each year that are not listed that participate.
 
The back of the list will also feature the names, addresses, and phone numbers of city restaurants.
 
The yard sale will run from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. As Kerr has pointed out in the past, residents can set their own hours, but the city’s observed time will be the time listed. Also, Kerr is asking those visiting the city or those in the city going to the various sales to be respectful of parking issues and drive safely. She said there will be additional police on patrol during the day of the sale.
 
Editor's Note: Photos show some of the signs put up the day of the event and the amount of traffic, below, that spills onto the residential roadways. Photos by Ben Queen Photography.
 
HERE IS THE LIST OF STREETS
 
 
HERE IS THE LIST OF RESTAURANTS
 

by Jeff Toquinto on July 21, 2021 EST


Bridgeport to See 38 Sections of City Facing Potential Water Issues for Period of July 19 through July 30

FROM THE CITY OF BRIDGEPORT
 
Please be advised that the Bridgeport Water Department will be flushing fire hydrantsthroughout the City of Bridgeport. This is an on-going project that will continue through September 2021.
 
Due to scheduling issues, Weeks 10 & 11 have been delayed. The new start date is Monday, July 19, 2021.
 
City Employees will be flushing fire hydrants, weather permitting, Monday, July 19, 2021 through Friday, July 30, 2021, in the following areas of Bridgeport:
 
WEEK 10
Bartlett Ave.
Front St.
Broadway Ave.
Gordon St.
Brookview Dr.
Grand Ave.
Cherry St.
Lawman Ave.
E. Main St.
Liberty Ave.
E. Olive St.
Park St.
E. Philadelphia Ave.
Pennsylvania Ave.
E. Smith St.
Third St.
E. Summit St.
Williams Ave.
First St.
Willis Ave.
Fourth St.
 
 
 
 
WEEK 11
Center Court
Ross St.
Circle Dr.
Stout St.
Davisson St.
W. Olive St.
Dunkin Ave.
W. Philadelphia Ave.
E. Philadelphia Ave.
W. Smith St.
Glen Ave.
Worthington Dr.
Jones Ave.
Worthington Place
Pearcy Ave.
 
Zappia Dr.
 
 
 
 
It is possible, but not likely, that residents may experience some discoloration, cloudy water, low pressure, or temporary loss of service of water during this period. The City will not be responsible for any damage caused by discolored water.
 
Call (304) 842-8231 for more information.

by Connect-Bridgeport Staff on July 19, 2021 EST


Several Local Chances to Donate Blood for American Red Cross, in Dire Need of Donations

The American Red Cross is in dire need of donations. When the coronavirus pandemic began, the nation saw a decline in blood donations. There was also a decline in elective surgeries and procedures over the last year.
 
With pandemic restrictions easing and life returning to some sense of normalcy for many, the blood shortage is more evident and is at an all-time low.
 
“Over the last three months, we've distributed 75,000 more blood products than we ever had before and that same timeframe. So, it just kind of shows that the need is a little bit greater than it usually is in the summer. One donation can save three lives,” Lisa Futterman with the American Red Cross said.
 
There are several local opportunities to donate blood:
 
Thurs., July 15: Old Navy Court, Meadowbrook Mall, Bridgeport, 1-6 p.m. (Each donor will receive a $10 Amazon gift card.)
 
Friday, July 23: Robinson Grand Performing Arts Center, 10 a.m.3 p.m.
 
Monday, July 26:  Holiday Inn Express, White Oaks, Bridgeport, 12-5 p.m.
 
Wed., July 28: Benedum Civic Center, Bridgeport, 1-6 p.m.
 
Wed., Aug. 4: Benedum Civic Center, Bridgeport, 1-6 p.m.
 
The summer months are when the need for donations rises. Futterman said more traumas occurring can be attributed to the demand.
“There's a little bit rise in trauma situations as life opens back up again,” Futterman added.
 
The pandemic put a pause on certain surgeries. Many people were forced to delay those procedures while hospitals were flooded with coronavirus patients. This year, they’re seeing record low numbers of donations, and there are specific blood types that can help with the shortage.
 
“We need anyone that is able to give blood, feeling healthy and well to do so, especially O positive, which is the most transfused blood type. O negative is the universal blood type, and then platelets as well, those are important for people fighting cancer and have a short shelf life,” Futterman said.
 
Eligibility requirements to donate blood have not changed. You must be at least 16 years old, weigh at least 110 pounds, and be in good health. If you’ve contracted the coronavirus in the past, you’re still able to donate blood.
 
“COVID cannot be passed through blood donations. If you are vaccinated, you can still come [to] donate blood, we just ask that you provide the manufacturer, but it is totally safe for you to come [to] donate blood. If you've been vaccinated or not, we just ask that you wear a mask if you are not vaccinated,” Futterman said.
 
 

by Connect-Bridgeport Staff on July 14, 2021 EST


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