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06/10/2026

🔺️ FIRST SUSPECTED CASE IN MORE THAN TWO DECADES SHOCKS PUERTO RICO 🔺️

Botulism can happen when the toxin gets into food or a wound. The condition also can happen when bacteria grow in the intestines of infants. Rarely, medical treatment or a bioweapon can cause botulism.

Health authorities are on high alert after a minor was diagnosed with a suspected case of botulism, marking what could be the first reported case of the dangerous illness on the Island in more than 20 years.

Health Secretary Víctor Ramos Otero confirmed that specialists have already sent the substance believed to have caused the infection to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) for detailed analysis and confirmation.

⚠️ What is Botulism?

Botulism is an extremely rare but potentially deadly illness caused by one of the most powerful neurotoxins known to science. The toxin attacks the nervous system, causing progressive muscle paralysis, difficulty speaking, swallowing, and breathing. In severe cases, it can lead to respiratory failure and death if not treated immediately.

Medical experts emphasize that botulism is considered a medical emergency. Anyone experiencing symptoms or who believes they may have been exposed should seek immediate medical attention.

Authorities continue investigating the source of the suspected contamination while awaiting official laboratory results from the CDC.

06/09/2026

Heads up, Bridgeport! 🚧 The City of Bridgeport has started Curb-to-Curb Sweeping on main street corridors during the first week of every month now through October.

Community cooperation is crucial to ensure the streets are properly cleaned and maintained. Please be mindful of posted no-parking signs in the areas of focus and move vehicles as needed to allow crews full access to the curb. Thank you for your cooperation in helping keep our community clean. Violators will be towed at the owner’s expense. To see which streets will be cleaned and when, visit the link below for the full schedule.
🔗https://ow.ly/lvwj50Z6Rm7


¡Atención, Bridgeport! 🚧 La ciudad de Bridgeport ha comenzado con la limpieza de acera a acera en los corredores de calles principales durante la primera semana de cada mes hasta octubre.

La cooperación de la comunidad es crucial para garantizar que las calles se mantengan limpias y en buen estado. Por favor, preste atención a las señales de no estacionar en las áreas indicadas y mueva los vehículos según sea necesario para permitir que los equipos tengan acceso completo al borde de la calle. Gracias por su cooperación para ayudar a mantener nuestra comunidad limpia. Los infractores serán remolcados a expensas del propietario. Para ver qué calles se limpiarán y cuándo, visite el siguiente enlace para el calendario completo.
🔗https://ow.ly/lvwj50Z6Rm7

06/09/2026

📣 Puerto Rican Day Parade & Festival Public Meeting

Join us on June 16 at 6:00 p.m. at the YMCA South End Community Center, 650 Park Avenue, Bridgeport, CT.

We will be meeting to discuss plans for the upcoming Puerto Rican Day Parade and Festival. Community members, organizations, performers, vendors, and supporters are encouraged to attend.

If you would like to participate in this year's celebration, come learn more and sign up. We are also seeking volunteers to help make this event a success.

Everyone is welcome!

06/09/2026

The city of New Britain has ordered Erin Stewart, the embattled former Republican mayor who, according to documents, used a city credit card for personal purchases, sought a pension for which she was ineligible and received tens of thousands of dollars for her college tuition, to return more than $241,000.

More: https://www.ctpost.com/politics/article/erin-stewart-mayor-governor-new-britain-payment-22297442.php

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