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First Pool of Mosquitoes in Stratford Test Positive for West Nile Virus

Jul 29, 2026 Alex

Stratford, Connecticut (July 29, 2026) - The Stratford Health Department announced that the Connecticut Agricultural Experiment Station reported mosquitos trapped at Beaver Dam Road and Beacon Point last week have tested positive for West Nile Virus (WNV). Two types of mammal biting species of mosquitoes were isolated, Conquillatridia perturbans at Beaver Dam and Culex restuans, at Beacon Point.   “It is usually around this time of year where the state reports that they have found pools of mosquitos testing positive for West Nile Virus in our area, and we expect to see more positive pools into late summer. I urge all residents to take the necessary and simple steps to prevent exposure and bites,” said Andrea Boissevain, Director of Health.  Stratford’s Environmental Conservation Superintendent Kelly…

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Westport

I-95 Crash

Jul 28, 2026 Alex

Report of a motor vehicle accident on I-95, Northbound between Exit 18 and 19. First responders are on their way at this time. Nothing is confirmed but it seems all lanes are currently at a stop.

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Stratford

STRATFORD HEALTH DEPARTMENT TO HOST BACK-TO-SCHOOL IMMUNIZATION CLINICS

Jul 28, 2026 Alex

STRATFORD, CT – As the new school year approaches, the Stratford Health Department is reminding families that it will be hosting Back-to-School Immunization Clinics to help ensure that school-aged children are up to date on their required vaccinations. The clinics will be held at the Stratford Health Department, 468 Birdseye Street, 3rd Floor, Stratford, on the following dates: • Thursday, August 6, 2026, from 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.• Tuesday, August 11, 2026, from 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Appointments are preferred, but walk-ins are welcome. Families wishing to schedule an appointment should call 203-385-4090. Available vaccines include Tdap, Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B, Varicella (Chickenpox), Measles, Mumps, Rubella (MMR), Polio, and Meningococcal vaccines. The clinics are open to students under…

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Norwalk

TWO ARRESTED FOLLOWING A STABBING INVESTIGATION

Jul 28, 2026 Alex

On Monday, July 27, 2026, at 7:06 p.m., Norwalk Patrol Officers responded to the area of 100 North Water Street following a report of an assault. As officers arrived on scene, Norwalk Combined Dispatch relayed that an individual had been stabbed. Norwalk Patrol Officers detained several individuals believed to be involved in the fight. Norwalk Fire Department personnel arrived on scene and began providing medical aid to the victim, a 20-year-old male. The male victim was transported to Norwalk Hospital by ambulance. The victim remains hospitalized and is reported to be in stable condition. Officers established a crime scene on the sidewalk in front of The SoNo Collection, extending along West Avenue from North Water Street to the area of…

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State News

ATTORNEY GENERAL TONG STATEMENT REGARDING PURA DRAFT DECISION FURTHER DECREASING RATES FOR CONNECTICUT NATURAL GAS AND SOUTHERN CONNECTICUT GAS

Jul 28, 2026 Alex

(Hartford, CT) – Attorney General William Tong released a statement regarding draft decisions issued this week by the Public Utilities Regulatory Authority (PURA) further decreasing authorized revenue for both Connecticut Natural Gas (CNG) and Southern Connecticut Gas (SCG). The companies, which are owned by Avangrid, had collectively sought more than $60 million in rate increases in 2023. After reviewing the requests, PURA instead approved revenue decreases in 2024, reducing CNG's revenue by $24 million, or approximately 5.4%, lowering customer bills by an estimated $7 to $8 per month. PURA also reduced SCG's revenue by $11 million, or approximately 2.5%, lowering bills by about $3.50 to $4 per month. CNG had originally requested a $19.7 million increase, while SCG sought a…

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Bridgeport

18-Year-Old Killed in Catherine Street Shooting

Jul 28, 2026 Stephen Krauchick

Bridgeport police are investigating the fatal shooting of 18-year-old Leon Richardson, who was found inside a Honda on Catherine Street Monday evening. Officers responded around 6:45 p.m. after receiving multiple 911 calls reporting gunfire and a man bleeding inside a vehicle. Richardson was found in the driver’s seat with a head wound and was pronounced dead at the scene. This is Bridgeport's 5th homicide of 2026 An anonymous witness told DoingItLocal that a red sedan was traveling on Catherine Street toward Harral Avenue when shots were fired. The witness said the sedan then fled toward Harral Avenue in the direction of the highway. Anyone with information is asked to call Detective Thomas Harper at 203-581-5239 or the Bridgeport Police tips…

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Bridgeport

BRIDGEPORT POLICE INVESTIGATING MONDAY NIGHT HOMICIDE ON CATHERINE STREET

Jul 28, 2026 Alex

The Bridgeport Police Department is investigating the death of a Bridgeport man found shot inside of a car in The Hollow section of the city on Monday night. At approximately 6:45 p.m., dispatchers received multiple 911 calls reporting gunfire and a man bleeding inside of a car on Catherine Street. Responding patrol officers found 18-year-old Leon Richardson in the driver's seat of a Honda with a head wound. He was later pronounced deceased at the scene. The homicide occurred midway between Washington Avenue and Harral Avenue on Catherine Street. Catherine Street was closed for several hours while the Major Crimes Unit processed the scene. Homicide detectives were working throughout the night conducting interviews and reviewing surveillance videos. The homicide was…

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Bridgeport

Bridgeport Public Schools Looking For Teachers

Jul 27, 2026 Alex

Bridgeport Public Schools is looking to fill several teaching positions before the start of the new school year. The district will hold Open Teacher Interviews at Bridgeport City Hall, 45 Lyon Terrace, Room 324, from 10 a.m. to noon on July 30, August 6 and August 13. Apply today or learn more: www.bridgeportedu.net/apply Reserve a spot for an Open Teacher Interview: https://bit.ly/4vIXQrm Open Teacher Interview DatesLocation: Bridgeport City Hall, 45 Lyon Terrace, Room 324, Bridgeport, CTTime: 10:00 AM to 12:00 PMDates: July 30, August 6, and August 13

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Norwalk

Stolen Motorcycle Chase

Jul 27, 2026 Alex

An individual stole a motorcycle off of someone and went off into the woods off of Science Road in Norwalk, where he was pursued by State Police, according to an unconfirmed State Police broadcast. One victim was being treated for his injuries.

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Bridgeport

Two Burglaries

Jul 27, 2026 Alex

Police are investigating a residential burglary at the 100 block of Catherine Street, and a commercial burglary at the 200 block of Kossuth Street in Bridgeport. Both occurred at around 12:30PM. There is no additional information at this time.

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