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#Bridgeport CT—Just before 4pm firefighters received a call for a fire at 923 Briarwood Avenue. Everyone got out safely no reported injuries. Fire is thought to have started on the 2nd floor living room. 3 people displaced Red Cross assisting finding a place to stay overnight.
First Selectman Mike Tetreau announced today that effective January 2014, Thomas Dubrosky has
assumed the role of Chief of Staff in the First Selectman’s Office.
Mr. Dubrosky, a 43-year Fairfield resident, has extensive managerial and community experience
that will benefit the Town and its residents.
Mr. Dubrosky had spent 42 years in the pharmaceutical industry; 37 of those years were spent
with the multi-national Boehringer Ingelheim Corporation located in Ridgefield Connecticut. Mr.
Dubrosky was the first representative for Boehringer when it established itself in Connecticut. He
has experience in sales, sales management, marketing, trade distribution and training.
Mr. Dubrosky is a Vietnam Combat Veteran. He is currently an officer for the Fairfield County
VFW, Commander of the VFW Post #399 in Westport and a member of American Legion Post #74
in Fairfield.
Mr. Dubrosky is a past member of the Representative Town Meeting (RTM) where he had been
elected to serve for three consecutive terms in District One. He had served on the RTM Public
Works Committee and its Public Health and Safety Committee. While on the RTM, Mr. Dubrosky
was one of the key leaders to initiate the Town’s first blight ordinance for properties. Most
recently, Mr. Dubrosky served as a member and chair of the Town’s Police Commission.
In addition, Mr. Dubrosky was a coach and athletic director for Fairfield Pop Warner. He is a
member of St. Anthony of Padua Church where he currently is an alter server. Mr. Dubrosky has
two daughters and four grandchildren who live in Fairfield.
First Selectman Tetreau said, “The Chief of Staff plays an instrumental role in the First Selectman’s
Office and contributes to the success of our town. I am very pleased to welcome Mr. Dubrosky to
this critical role. Tom brings the right mix of a strong managerial background coupled with a deep
understanding of our community that will further strengthen the needs of our Town and will also
help the First Selectman’s Office continue to provide quality service to our citizens.”
6:22pm–#Bridgeport CT–Firefighters responded to a structure fire at 345 Grovers Avenue in the Black Rock section of town. The fire was in the walls of the attic and was a stubborn fire with it extending into the walls. Multiple hand ladders in addition to aerial ladders were in use. One firefighter suffered a shoulder injury battling the blaze.
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5:49pm–#Bridgeport CT–Police on the way to the Qwikee Mart on Madison Avenue for two women fighting over a man inside the store.
5:28pm–#Bridgeport CT–Police on routine patrol locate a water main break with a sizable sinkhole in front of 92 Wade Street.
4:53pm–#Milford CT– Report of a boat out in Long Island Sound in distress. Police are having difficulties launching their boats due to snow clogs.
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1:59pm–#Bridgeport CT– The reason for firefighters at 2141 East Main Street is food burning on the stove.
WASHINGTON, DC—Congressman Jim Himes (CT-4) is inviting Fourth District high school students to participate in the first annual Congressional Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) Academic Competition, also known as the “House App Contest.” This new, nationwide competition allows high school students from across the country to compete by creating and exhibiting their software application, or “app,” for mobile, tablet, or computer devices on a platform of their choice.
“We know that science, technology, engineering, and math skills are essential to our children’s future professional success—especially in this changing world economy – and this competition is a great way show kids in a real-life situation why these areas are so important,” said Himes. “I invite all high school students who are passionate about the STEM subjects to participate in the first annual House App Contest, and I look forward to seeing the entries.”
The House App Contest is open to all high school students ages 13 and up in the Fourth District. Students entering the competition must submit their app’s source code online by 11:59 p.m. on April 30, 2014, and provide a YouTube or VIMEO video demonstration explaining their app and what they learned through this competition process. Entries will be judged by a team of STEM experts from the Fourth District. The winner will be announced at a reception in the district.
To enter, students must register at http://studentappchallenge.
, create an account on www.challengepost.com, and register for the House Student App Contest under Himes’ profile. All entries must be original in concept, design, and execution. For more information, visit Congressman Himes’ website at: http://himes.house.gov/stem-
1:02pm–#Westport CT–A two car accident on Post Road East in front of Whole Foods is tying up traffic.
