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AFTER A TWO YEAR SEARCH, THE GREATER BRIDGEPORT SYMPHONY NAMES EDUARDO LEANDRO MUSIC DIRECTOR AND PRINCIPAL CONDUCTOR

Mar 3, 2025 Alex

LEANDRO TO LEAD SOMETHING BIG! MAY 10 AT THE KLEIN MEMORIAL AUDITORIUM IN BRIDGEPORT, CT AROUND THE WORLD IN 80 SEASONS GALA ANNOUNCED FOR APRIL 4 Eduardo Leandro Photo Courtesy Of GBS BRIDGEPORT, CT  (March 3, 2025) - After a comprehensive search that has spanned two seasons, the Greater Bridgeport Symphony (GBS) is excited to announce the appointment of EDUARDO LEANDROas Music Director and Principal Conductor.  Culled from a field of over 180 applicants, seven finalists vied for the Music Directorship in a competition that concluded in December 2024.  Leandro’s grand inaugural concert Something Big! will take place on Saturday, May 10 at The Klein Memorial Auditorium in Bridgeport, CT at 7:30pm. Leandro was born in Belo Horizonte, Brazil, land of carnival, samba schools and rich musical culture. He attended the Sao Paulo State University, the…

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Westport

2025 WESTPORT HOUSEHOLD HAZARDOUS WASTE DAY

Mar 3, 2025 Alex

Saturday, April 5, 2025 RAIN or SHINE 9am – 2pm Greens Farms Railroad Station, Parking Lot #1, New Creek Road, Westport CT (Located between I-95 and Metro-North Railroad tracks) Westport, CT –The Department of Public Works is holding its annual Household Hazardous Waste Day on Saturday, April 5 from 9 am to 2 pm at Greens Farms Railroad Station, Parking Lot #1, New Creek Road, Westport. Household Hazardous Waste Day is a NO CHARGE regional program for residents of Westport, Norwalk, New Canaan, Darien, Stamford, and Greenwich to safely dispose of their household hazardous wastes. Products such as cleaners, gasoline and pesticides can pollute the environment and jeopardize public health when they are disposed of improperly. Residents of participating towns may safely…

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Bridgeport Entertainment

Experience the Ultimate Taylor Swift Dance Party with DJ Swiftie!

Mar 2, 2025 Alex

Get ready for a night of non-stop Taylor Swift hits, electrifying remixes, and unforgettable vibes. DJ Swiftie—hailed as the world’s #1 Taylor Swift DJ—brings an energy-packed show that will have you dancing and singing along to every song, from chart-topping anthems to deep-cut fan favorites. Tickets: $25 in advance | $30 day of show VIP: $50 (Includes early entry, 1 foam glow wand & 1 signed show poster) Get your tickets now: www.theklein.org/buy-tickets/upcoming-events/tay-tay-dance-party-featuring-dj-swiftie/ Don’t miss out on this ultimate Swiftie experience—secure your spot today!

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Bridgeport

Bridgeport Man Arrested with Stolen Firearm and Juveniles in Vehicle

Mar 2, 2025 Alex

Bridgeport, CT – On February 26, 2025, Officer Fischetti conducted a motor vehicle stop after observing multiple violations. The driver, identified as 32-year-old Andre J. Lewison of Bridgeport, was accompanied by three juveniles. During the stop, officers discovered a loaded black Stoeger STR-9C handgun with a laser inside the vehicle. The firearm, which was later determined to be stolen out of North Carolina, contained a 13-round magazine with 13 live 9mm rounds. Lewison was charged with failure to display plates and having tinted auto glass. He was also charged with carrying a pistol without a permit, weapons in a motor vehicle, stealing a firearm, illegal possession of a large-capacity firearm, and illegal alteration of firearm indents. Additionally, he was charged…

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Bridgeport

Bridgeport News: Commercial Burglary

Mar 2, 2025 Alex

A commercial burglary occurred at the 1600 block of East Main Street in Bridgeport. There are no further details at this time. Keep your house safe with the Eufy Security SoloCam S340! it’s what we personally recommend and use in our business! Amazon Associate Disclaimer: As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases. When you shop through our Amazon affiliate links, we receive a small commission at no additional cost to you. Your support helps us continue providing free, local breaking news to the Greater Bridgeport area. Every purchase made through our links directly contributes to keeping DoingItLocal running. Thank you for helping us serve the community!

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Bridgeport

Traffic Stop in Bridgeport Leads to Arrest, Illegal Gun Seized

Feb 28, 2025 Alex

On February 27, 2025, at 7:51 PM, Bridgeport Police stopped a Black Chevrolet Camaro near Iranistan Ave and Laurel Ave due to a heavily tinted windshield. As Officer Fischetti activated his emergency lights, the driver, 27-year-old Nytwan Brown of Derby, attempted to back into a driveway. A records check revealed Brown had an active warrant out of North Branford. He was taken into custody, and a search of his vehicle uncovered a Taurus .45 caliber firearm with a heavily scratched-off serial number under the driver’s seat. Brown was charged with multiple offenses, including carrying a pistol without a permit and illegal possession of a weapon in a motor vehicle. His bond was set at $15,000.

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