Head of Bridgeport's Shehan Center to be honored by state lawmakers

Shehan Center Executive Director Lorraine Gibbons is expected to be honored by state and local lawmakers for her years of service to the community.

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Mar 28, 2022, 4:47 PM

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Updated 1,028 days ago

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Shehan Center Executive Director Lorraine Gibbons is expected to be honored by state and local lawmakers for her years of service to the community.

Gibbons is known for her tireless dedication to the community.

She came to the U.S. from Jamaica at the age of 14 and says it feels great helping Bridgeport kids aim high and follow their dreams.

Gibbons says her mom was her greatest role model.

She says she's proud of the many successes the Cardinal Shehan & McGivney Centers have achieved under her leadership.

A ceremony will be held for Gribbons Saturday, April 30, at 999 Broad Street in Bridgeport.

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