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City Manager Wetmore Offering Words of Caution for Community as Daylight Hours Begin to Dwindle

With the weather turning, the evening starting sooner and the holiday season at hand, Bridgeport City Manager Randy Wetmore is offering some cautionary words to the community. He is asking those out for physical activities along the city’s roadways and those driving them to be more vigilant.
 
“With it getting dark shortly after 5 p.m., you still have people exercising with a run or a walk and many out riding their bikes and doing other various forms of activity, particularly with the weather being nice on many days, we just want people to take proper safety precautions,” said Wetmore.
 
The precautions are basic. He said for those out running, walking, riding bikes or even taking the dog for a stroll to try and wear reflective clothing or perhaps carry a flashlight. As for those driving, Wetmore is asking for drivers to simply be on the lookout.
 
“We want people to be seen,” said Wetmore. “We want those enjoying the outdoors to have a safe environment for everyone.”
 
Wetmore said there have been no complaints he is aware of to the city regarding issues with those out for a bit of casual exercise. Instead, he emphasized it is a reminder to get everyone back into habits that help with safety as daylight hours are at a minimum.
 
Editor's Note: Shown is City Manager Randy Wetmore.

by Connect-Bridgeport Staff on November 25, 2020 EST


Eighth Annual City of Bridgeport Cemetery Luminary Display to Cover Entire Facility; Event Set for Dec. 3

For the eighth year, the Bridgeport Cemetery will be the site of a massive luminary display prior to the Christmas holiday. And as the same as in year’s past, the event will be for one night.
 
According to Bridgeport Cemetery Manager Tricia Bombardiere, the event will take place Dec. 3, Thursday at dusk. As has been the case in the past, the public is encouraged to visit the cemetery for the event. This year the event will take place the same evening as the city's revised "Light Up Night." You can read Julie Perine's story HERE.
 
“It’s an opportunity to see the Bridgeport Cemetery during the holiday season and lit up in a really beautiful fashion. It’s worth a few moments of your time to drive through,” said Bombardiere.
 
The event began eight years ago at the suggestion of former Assistant City Manager Jimmy Smith. It’s been a mainstay ever since.
 
Since its inception, the event has witnessed more than the crowd grow. The event has also been witness to an increase in the number of luminaries put on display.
 
Initially, several hundred luminaries were in place. The largest number prior to last 2017 was around 600 at the cemetery.
 
In 2018 and 2019, that number rose more nearly three times. Roughly 1,600 luminaries were laid out throughout the cemetery. The numbers will be roughly the same this year.
 
The hope is that weather will not be an issue. After 2015, when weather issues made the lighting of the luminaries impossible, the city’s cemetery staff began using flameless flickering tea lights. The number of tealights will be increased with two per bag to help increase the amount.
 
Bombardiere did say there will be one new feature. There will be several patriotic luminaries on display.
 
Putting out the luminaries requires substantial work. Staff usually begins in the afternoon to provide the peaceful appearance provided by the luminaries.
 
Motorists are invited and encouraged to drive through the cemetery after sunset to see the display, but are also urged to use caution, especially if they choose to turn off headlights. The cemetery is still dark even with the luminaries and many deer travel through the grounds. In recent years, luminaries have been placed closer together to create more light, while the additional tealights should help as well.
 
Bridgeport Cemetery is located just off Route 131 (formerly Route 73), across from the old Carroll Lumber building, which now houses Innovations Hair Salon.

by Jeff Toquinto on November 23, 2020 EST


Meadowbrook Mall Looking for Musicians, Vocalists to Perform during Holiday Season at its Center Court

One of the most wonderful things about the holiday season is the way it sounds.  Think of all the marvelous music that fills the air at this time of year.  Do you have a love for that kind of music? 
 
Meadowbrook Mall is inviting you to share it with the community.  Musicians and vocalists who exude a holiday vibe will be able to showcase their talents and entertain shoppers in the mall’s Center Court.  Performances will be scheduled during mall hours throughout November and December.  
 
Learn more about it and, perhaps, book yourself for a mini-concert by contacting the mall office at 304-842-5441 or via email at propertymanager@meadowbrookmall.com.   Each artist who applies must provide a digital sample of their music.
 
The Meadowbrook Mall Complex is located on Interstate 79, Exit 121, in Bridgeport, West Virginia.  It has been serving the people of the Bridgeport/Clarksburg area since 1982.  To learn more, visit www.meadowbrookmall.com

by Connect-Bridgeport Staff on November 17, 2020 EST


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