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Bridgeport Nursing Students Participate in Spring 2026 Pledge Ceremony, Marking Profession Commitment

WVU School of Nursing students at the Bridgeport Campuspledged their commitment to the nursing profession during the Sprin...

By Connect-Bridgeport Staff March 16, 2026 12:00 PM EST in News

NASA Administrator Visits North Central West Virginia Facility

Posted on March 16, 2026

FAIRMONT -- U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.), a member of the Senate Commerce, Science, and Transportation...

Girl Scouts Partner With United Hospital Center to Celebrate Organization's Birth During Girl Scout Week

Posted on March 16, 2026

BRIDGEPORT — A special arrival during Girl Scout Week features a warm welcome thanks to a partnership between Girl S...

Taking a Look at Impact of the Hotsinpiller Foundation and What You Can Do to Help Increase that Impact

Posted on March 16, 2026

When you think about the things that define our community, what comes to mind? For some, it might b...

Newest Local Restaurant Bringing First-Ever Concept to City along with WVU Flavor, Scratch-Made Menu

Posted on March 16, 2026

A first of its kind restaurant in West Virginia with a huge emphasis on WVU sports is opening its second location in B...

Harrison County Juvenile Killed as Result of Accident Involving Single-Vehicle Sunday in Monongalia County

Posted on March 16, 2026

FROM THE MONONGALIA COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE The Monongalia County Sheriff’s Office is inv...

New West Virginia DOT Online Project Map Now Live

Posted on March 16, 2026

The West Virginia Department of Transportation’s (WVDOT) online project map is now live and updated for 2026. &nbs...

Bridgeport Fire Department among First Responders Alerted to Structure Fire Involving Residential Unit

Posted on March 16, 2026

According to WBOY, a trailer in Stonewood has been considered a total loss after catching fire Thursday afternoon, but...

Clarksburg Native who Owner, Operated Pair of Iconic Businesses, Robert O. "Bob" Owens, Passes at 80

Posted on March 16, 2026

Robert O. “Bob” Owens, 80, of Clarksburg, WV, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, February 19, 2026 at h...

Mad Brews Coffee Joins Madman Barber on Johnson Avenue

Posted on March 15, 2026

After a successful soft opening, Mad Brews Coffee is officially rolling out the red carpet. Featuring a variety of brewed...

BHS Alumna Emily Oliverio Publishes Children's Book

Posted on March 15, 2026

SUBMITTED TO CONNECT-BRIDGEPORT Emily Oliverio, a 2013 Bridgeport High School graduate, has announced the releas...

Bridgeport High School Musicians Earn Spots in West Virginia All-State Ensembles

Posted on March 15, 2026

Bridgeport High School is celebrating the accomplishments of several outstanding student musicians who have been selected...

Bridgeport's John Honce Elected as Senator to West Virginia University Student Government Association

Posted on March 14, 2026

Bridgeport's John Honce elected to the Student Government Association student senate. You can read below his profile poste...

Bridgeport Lions Club to Sponsor Annual Bill Miles Beeping Easter Egg Hunt on March 25

Posted on March 14, 2026

For decades, the Bridgeport Lions Club has sponsored the Bill Miles Beeping Easter Egg Hunt for local children with blindn...

Bridgeport Troop 40 is Offering Frozen Chili for Sale

Posted on March 13, 2026

Troop 40 of Bridgeport is thanking the community for their support with our annual Chili Feed fundraiser last Saturday...

Local Motorcycle Rider Revs Up For a Good Cause During 250th Anniversary

Posted on March 13, 2026

SUBMITTED TO CONNECT-BRIDGEPORT. A local motorcyclist is putting his love of riding to a good cause. &n...

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From the Bench: Recalling One of the Gre...

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