Bridgeport High School alumna Victoria Bonafield is on a dual mission: To recognize the loyalty and dedication of frontline medical workers and to support local food service businesses. “My goal is to help out local Continue Reading
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, area restaurants are operating on carryout, curbside service and/or delivery only. Some have had to temporarily close their doors. An updated alphabetical list of Bridgeport area Continue Reading
FROM THE OFFICE OF CITY MANAGER RANDY WETMORE Randy Wetmore, City Manager would first like to thank everyone for their efforts at social distancing, and City officials feel there has been a substantial reduction in Continue Reading
A week or so ago, some Bridgeport moms saw an idea on social media that has taken off in a big way. Residents all over the city have participated in a children’s “Bear Hunt,” placing stuffed bears and other animals Continue Reading
The West Virginia Department of Health & Human Resources has issued COVID-19 guidelines for state businesses and entities. The guidelines for businesses and employers can be viewed HERE The guidelines for child Continue Reading
United Hospital Center-WVU Hospitals had 24 to 48 hours to convert into a COVID-19 testing site, setting up outdoor tents/kiosks for that purpose, training staff and obtaining need equipment, but continuing to offer Continue Reading
Former Bridgeport residents, who have relocated all over the country, report on COVID-19 restrictions and conditions in their states of residence. In Chicago, Ill., one of the nation’s hot spots for positive novel Continue Reading
Editor’s Note: Many residents have indicated they are participating in Bridgeport’s “Bear Hunt.” A list of streets follows this story. Did we miss your street or neighborhood? Email Continue Reading
The COVID-19 pandemic has presented challenges to our local small retail and service businesses, which are striving to find ways to serve their patrons. Located on East Main Street, Country Peddler is not open for Continue Reading
UPDATE: U.S. Small Business Administration Administrator Jovita Carranza announced changes to help borrowers still paying back SBA loans from previous disasters. By making this change, deferments through December Continue Reading