Stepping Stones Museum for Children in Norwalk is encouraging hands-on learning for young children through interactive exhibits focused on science, art and discovery. The museum has been in operation for 26 years and aims to support early childhood development by offering play-based educational experiences for families across Fairfield County.
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U.S. Sen. Richard Blumenthal warned Sacred Heart University students about the dangers of sports betting and its growing impact on young adults. Blumenthal said gambling companies target college-age users through aggressive advertising and mobile apps, and he called for stronger consumer protections and federal oversight.
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Bridgeport school officials are weighing whether to add Eid al-Adha to the district calendar following growing community advocacy and initial discussions by education leaders. The issue was raised during a March 25 meeting of the Board of Education’s Instruction and Support Services Committee, where administrators emphasized that any change would require careful planning and review. […]
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At Sacred Heart University, the Pioneers are living up to their name, blazing a trail as the school’s first women’s flag football team. As they prepare for their inaugural season, excitement is building on and off the field.
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Black history in Greater Bridgeport is preserved through historic sites, archives and community memory. Little Liberia, one of the region’s earliest free Black communities, and the legacy of Mary and Eliza Freeman remain central. Historians Jamie Pettit of the Bridgeport History Center and Jeffrey Fletcher of the Ruby and Calvin Fletcher African American History Museum […]
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A Sacred Heart University poll conducted in partnership with GreatBlue Research finds that recent gambling scandals are undermining confidence in professional sports, particularly the NBA. The national survey of 500 active bettors reports that 79 percent say investigations into gambling have affected their trust in NBA games, and many believe concerns extend beyond one league. […]
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The Mercy Learning Center in Bridgeport was recently highlighted by Project ACTIVATE, a podcast produced by Sacred Heart University that focuses on local community engagement and service projects. Host Gregory Golda sat down with Kiko Teed, Director of Adult Education at Mercy, to discuss how the Center has become a lifeline for hundreds of women […]
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Bridgeport’s school administrators attribute the district’s sharp drop in absenteeism to a relationship-based approach that pairs school counselors and coaches with families through home visits and flexible meeting locations. Absenteeism in district schools dropped 10.4 percentage points from 32.0 percent in 2024 to 22.6 percent since October of this year, well below pre-pandemic levels. The improvement […]
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The Bridgeport Public Library is helping community voices be heard with a new podcast studio at its Beardsley Branch. The studio offers free access to professional-quality recording equipment. Residents can create podcasts, music and other digital projects without needing expensive gear. It is designed to support community storytelling and creative expression and is expected to […]
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Amy Cabrera and a team of volunteers are putting the final touches on the 6th annual Thanksgiving dinner in Bridgeport, Conn., an event that supports local families and brings neighbors together. The long-running dinner has become a reliable community fixture by providing hot meals and a welcoming space for residents on Thanksgiving.
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