Borough of Bridgeport

08/27/2026

As you ready yourself to run in the 2026 Bridgeport 5K, the Borough wanted to let you know that you don't have to go it alone.

🏃🏼‍♂️ New this year, we are proud to spotlight local running coach, Alli Phanthavong, who is offering free 5K training plans and group runs ahead of the big day.

Plans start August 29, 2026 or September 5, 2026 - ending on race day October 3, 2026.

👉 If interested in signing up, fill out the form at: bit.ly/4gnsQI7

And check out her website at milesperalli.wixsite.com/amprunclub

08/27/2026

⛈️ Weather Alert ⛈️

A Flood Watch is in effect for Montgomery County from 12 PM today to 4 AM Friday. Scattered thunderstorms are expected to produce areas of heavy rainfall, potentially leading to flash flooding.

Check out the National Weather Service post below for more details.

08/27/2026

🏃 The 9th Annual 2026 Bridgeport 5K returns on Saturday, October 3, 2026!

Once again, we will welcome runners throughout the region to “test their skills on our hills” and join us in supporting two wonderful charities - the Bridgeport Fire Department and the Upper Merion Area Community Cupboard.

📍 Location: Rotondo Riverfront Park, behind 96 DeKalb Street, Bridgeport PA, 19405.

🏅 Awards for top 3 male/female; acknowledgment of top 3 male/female times in each age bracket, participation medals for kids.

🎶 Live DJ and refreshments from local vendors!

👕 Water station, race t-shirts, and gift bags.

📝 Register today at: bit.ly/4wJG7iZ

Race will be professionally timed by our friend over at Bryn Mawr Racing Company! Results will be found at www.brynmawrracing.com

08/26/2026

🚒 Beat the heat this Saturday, August 29th, with the Bridgeport Fire Department as they host a Spray Day 👨‍🚒

Join us at noon in the Borough Hall parking lot as the fire trucks shoot off refreshing water to celebrate the start of a new school year.

08/25/2026

🏃 The 9th Annual 2026 Bridgeport 5K returns on Saturday, October 3, 2026! Once again, we will welcome runners throughout the region to “test their skills on our hills” and join us in supporting two wonderful charities - the Bridgeport Fire Department and the Upper Merion Area Community Cupboard.

However, we can't support these charities without some help from our local and regional businesses. The Bridgeport 5K is a fantastic opportunity to shine a spotlight on your business!

With several different levels of sponsorship available, you can right-size your contribution to:
🔧 find an effective tool to promote your brand
📢 get your name into public view
📈 and reach a market you previously had not

👉 Learn more and sign up for a sponsorship here: bit.ly/4inXuCw

08/21/2026

The Bridgeport 5K 🏃‍♀️ is once again just around the corner! And we need help from folks like you to make it another great race day!

Bridgeport Borough is looking for volunteers willing to serve as race marshals and booth help for this year's 2026 Bridgeport 5K on Saturday, October 3, beginning at 7:30am.

🎖 Race Marshals stand at particular points along the race course, making sure that vehicles don't encroach onto the course, and pointing the runners in the right direction.

👉 Interested? Sign up via this link: bit.ly/3SraXyW

08/20/2026

⛈️ Weather Alert ⛈️

A Tornado Watch is in effect for Montgomery County, PA until 10pm tonight (Thursday).

A flash flood warning is also in effect until 10 PM tonight.

If you receive a Tornado Warning or see or hear a tornado, move immediately to take shelter in the lowest level of a substantial structure. If no basement is available, go to an interior room away from windows and doors.

Portions of the area initially under a Severe Thunderstorm Watch have now been upgraded to a Tornado Watch.

08/20/2026

At this past Tuesday's Borough Council Meeting, the Borough recognized the many acts of heroism and excellence carried out by our dedicated team of police officers 👮 as they served our community over the past year.

👇 For a full overview of the awards and commendations given, read the Bridgeport Police Department Special Press Release #09-2026 below.

08/19/2026

August 18, 2026 Borough Council Meeting

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08/19/2026

Donate today! The Borough is proud to partner with the Bridgeport Elks Lodge and the American Red Cross Southeastern Pennsylvania to host this year's blood drive on Thursday, September 10th between 10 am and 3 pm.

👉 Call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767) or visit www.RedCrossBlood.org, and enter: boroughofbridgeport, to schedule an appointment.

🔴 Maximize your blood donation. Help more patients. If you are an eligible type O, B - or A - donor, consider making a Power Red donation.