Black Smoke In The Area
Firefighters are on scene of Huntington Road by Reeds Lane for a home reported to have black smoke coming out of the chimney. They determined that it was due to a malfunctioning oil burner.
WESTPORT POLICE ARREST NEW YORK MAN IN $3,157 ULTA BEAUTY THEFT
WESTPORT, CT – Westport Police arrested a 32-year-old New York man in connection with a March shoplifting investigation at Ulta Beauty on Post Road East that involved more than $3,100 in stolen merchandise. Police said the investigation began after staff at Ulta Beauty, 1365 Post Road East, reported a theft that occurred on March 12, 2026. Employees told police a man and woman entered the store with a young juvenile and an infant in a stroller. According to police, the woman was seen taking merchandise from shelves and concealing it in the stroller, while the man allegedly placed items in his pockets. The pair also processed a merchandise return, during which the woman provided her membership or loyalty card. Police…
BRIDGEPORT TO HOST BACKPACK GIVEAWAY AND EDUCATION & LITERACY FAIR
BRIDGEPORT, CT – Bridgeport families are invited to take part in two back-to-school events on Saturday, August 15, 2026, beginning with the city's annual Backpack Giveaway at the Margaret E. Morton Government Center. The Backpack Giveaway will be held from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at 999 Broad Street. Free backpacks will be available to Bridgeport students while supplies last. Students must be present to receive a backpack, proof of Bridgeport residency is required, and there is a limit of one backpack per child. The event is being supported by numerous city departments, community organizations, businesses, and sponsors working together to help Bridgeport students start the school year with needed supplies. Families are also encouraged to continue the day at…
Knife Attack
Bridgeport police and fire responded to the 520 block of Railroad Avenue to report of an assault. Upon arrival, two individuals had been in an altercation and one of them was cut on the chest with a blade. The individuals were separated, and the individual with the cut is being assisted by AMR. Updates will be provided once available.
3 Car Crash
Report of a 3 car crash at the intersection of Orange Street and Central Ave in Bridgeport. Initial reports is a car which struck two other cars before crashing into a pole, according to unconfirmed radio reports.
Midnight Fire
The Bridgeport Fire Department responded to the 70 block of Center Street to report of a fire. Upon arrival, fire units quickly extinguished a small fire and there were no reported injuries.
Basement Fire
Report of a fire in a basement at the 1400 block of Stillson Road in Fairfield. Firefighters arrived on scene and detected a small fire in the basement via a hot spot detector. They quickly put the fire out with no extension to the rest of the building. The fire is recalled at this time.
Low Speed Chase
A State Police 45 mph chase ensued on Old New Haven Ave by Chapel Street in Derby. The medium speed chase slowed to 40 mph before the car was hit by a spike strip, and the suspects fled on foot. UPDATE: Suspects were last seen in the Laurel Ave area of Derby, be advised if you are in the area.
Fire at the Laundromat!
Firefighters arrived on scene at the laundromat at 895 Woodend road in Stratford to an elevated laundry bag that caught fire. They are currently investigating, and there seems to be no extension of the fire to the building at this time.
EAST SIDE FARMERS MARKET CONTINUES AT NEW WASHINGTON PARK LOCATION
BRIDGEPORT, CT – The Bridgeport Health Department is continuing its longtime East Side Farmers Market this summer at its new location in Washington Park, 511 E. Washington Avenue. For more than 18 years, the East Side Farmers Market has helped provide Bridgeport residents, particularly those on the East Side, with access to fresh, affordable fruits and vegetables and other healthy food options. The market is open every Wednesday from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. through October 14 and features fresh produce, community resources, health programs, educational opportunities, and other activities. This week's lineup includes a cooking demonstration with Chef Deja from Khemis Vegan Cuisine from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. The Bridgeport Farmers Market Collaborative will also offer SNAP Matching, while…