News across Greater Bridgeport
GHS Class of 1986 to Organize Collection for Neighbor to Neighbor Food Pantry at Homecoming Football Game
This year, the GHS class of 1986 is combining school spirit and community service by supporting Neighbor to Neighbor and its food pantry.
Laurel House Sound Steps 5K Walk/Run for Mental Health Recovery Set for Oct 17 at Cove Island Park
Laurel House, Inc is a 501 (c)(3) mental health services nonprofit organization located in Stamford helping individuals and their families achieve and sustain mental health recovery to lead fulfilling lives.
Bridgeport: Sit & Speak Listening Session
Community Engagement Reporter Reginald David is hosting a Sit & Speak on October 8, 2026, at the Burroughs Community Center.
Greenwich Native Plans “Backyard-Style Ultra Marathon” to Benefit Street Dog Hero
Florio Tiramani expects to cover 50 to 70 miles over 12 hours to benefit Street Dog Hero. Supporters pledge per mile, and every dollar goes toward getting more dogs off the streets and into homes.
SafeGuard Seniors Raises Awareness of Scams, Adds AI Literacy Workshop
SafeGuard Seniors has now run 16 workshops and taught 232 seniors — a combination of their original scam awareness workshop and a newer AI literacy workshop — at facilities in Greenwich, Stamford, Darien, and Norwalk.
Greenwich Alliance Day Kicks Off Non-Profit’s 20th Anniversary
With the support of donors, educators, families and community partners, the Greenwich Alliance for Education has since invested $6.9 million in the arts, STEM, academic enrichment, college and career readiness, mental health and wellness, and scholarships.
Breast Cancer Alliance Plans Flag Raising and Free Symposium
The a free community symposium hosted by Breast Cancer Alliance is titled, "The Next Chapter. Life After Breast Cancer. Finding Your New Normal."
A Renewed Plea to Safeguard SNAP in the Farm Bill
SNAP is the nation’s most effective food security safety-net and is therefore invaluable to the health and well-being of society, including state economies. – Ali Ghiorse, Executive Director, The Foodshed Network and Karen Saggese, Site Director, Food Rescue US - Fairfield County…
Fast-growing Therapy Dog Brigade Is Recruiting Teams for Visits to Hospitals, Schools, Senior Residences, Libraries and Community Organizations
Therapy Dog Brigade is offering pre-course screening appointments on October 4, 2026, from 12:00pm-5:00pm.
A beautiful and powerful movement against ICE
Danbury residents are demanding safety for everyone in their community. Danbury has the right to demand peace.
Food insecurity is growing in Greenwich
Neighbor to Neighbor has served Greenwich for more than 50 years, and we have never seen demand grow as fast as it is now.
Mayor Alves and Danbury Fire Department Launch New Fire Explorers Program
Mayor Roberto L. Alves and the Danbury Fire Department announce the Fire Explorer program for Danbury youth ages 14–17. Join us for an Open House on October 3, 2026, from 10 AM–2 PM at the Fire Training Facility, 21 Plumtrees Road.