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

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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Bridgeport Police Investigate Stabbing on Brooks Street

BRIDGEPORT – Police are investigating a stabbing that occurred early Saturday morning on Brooks Street. At approximately 1:32 a.m., officers responded to the 200 block of Brooks Street for a report of an assault involving a dangerous weapon. Upon arrival, they discovered a male victim suffering from a non-life-threatening stab wound. The victim was transported to a local hospital for treatment. Authorities have not released further details about the suspect or circumstances surrounding the incident. The investigation remains active. Anyone with information is urged to contact Bridgeport Police.

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Porch Fire

Bridgeport Firefighters quickly extinguished a back porch fire on Bradley Street that extended to the garage. Everyone made it out safely from the building. Fire marshal called to investigate the cause of the fire. Alex is on his way to another structure fire on Clover Hill Avenue and will have his report shortly. 02-20@10:22am--#Bridgeport CT-- #bridgectfire

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