7:30pm–#Bridgeport CT–If you park on Norman and Fremont Street you may want to check your car as we reports of a car hitting three cars there.
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Month: May 2015
Images From Bridgeport’s Past
The Bridgeport Library North Branch at 3455 Madison Avenue was the scene of showcasing the 43 years of photographs of Ed Brinsko of the Post Publishing Company. It was fun looking back at the images of Bridgeport from 1945 to 1988. Ed covered news stories to presidential visits. Additional showings are expected.
Today’s Car Fire
1:00pm–#Bridgeport CT–Today’s Car Fire is being hosted by Bridgeport at Exeter and Down Street. Why not stop down for a refreshing frozen yogurt after the main event at our sponsor:
Bridgeport Police Issue 1,002 Tickets For Driving Distracted
Bridgeport CT – The Bridgeport Police Department handed out 1,002 tickets for driving while using a mobile phone in April as part of the statewide “U Drive. U Text. U Pay.” enforcement campaign and National Distracted Driving Month.
Bridgeport Police joined officers from 50 towns and cities in Connecticut, plus state troopers, during phase 2 of U Drive/U Text/U Pay. The month-long program put additional law enforcement agents on the road to crack down on motorists who text, talk or otherwise distract themselves from driving by using a hand-held mobile phone.
“The Park City is dedicated to keeping Bridgeport kids and families safe and secure,” said Mayor Bill Finch. “We’re focused on building a city that is more walkable, which makes pedestrian safety an even greater priority for our city. That’s why the efforts of the Bridgeport Police Department to crack down on distracted drivers is so important. Thanks to the hardworking police officers for helping to make Bridgeport a safer, better place to live.”
Driver distraction is a contributing factor in many crashes. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) estimates that 3,154 people were killed and an additional 424,000 injured in motor vehicle crashes involving distracted drivers in 2013 alone.
“When you text and drive, you are putting the lives of everyone around at you at risk,” said Police Chief Joseph Gaudett. “Thanks to great police work led by our traffic division, 1,002 drivers have learned that distracted driving is an issue our city takes seriously.”
Under Connecticut’s cell phone and texting law, violations involve heavy fines, ranging from $150 for a first offense, $300 for a second violation, and $500 for each subsequent violation.
In addition to the 1,002 tickets for distracted driving, there were 155 other violations including 46 persons charged with unlicensed operation.
During phase 1 of “U Drive. U Text. U Pay.” in September 2014, police from around the state gave out more than 7,000 tickets. Bridgeport handed out the most, with more than 650 citations.
Bridgeport News: Rampage at Rampage
12:53pm–#Bridgeport CT–Police just sent a bunch of units to Rampage at Railroad and Fairfield Avenue, sorry it wasn’t more specific than that just send more units was called priority call came in on channel 2, we only can receive channel 1 on the Bridgeport Police radio!
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Fairfield News: House Fire
7:30pm–#Fairfield – Fire under the structure and garage at 356 South Pine Creek. Fire marshal called to investigate the cause. Note the charring on the stairs in the photo. Homeowner was not home at the time. First on DoingItLocal.com and no expensive cable subscription to get your local news
Fairfield News: Volunteer for FairTV Commission
The Town of Fairfield is seeking an unaffiliated registered voter interested in being considered to serve as a volunteer on the new five-member FairTV Commission
We have four candidates currently going through the appointment process but need a fifth to join them on this new commission. Additionally, the Town is currently seeking volunteer residents of various political affiliations to fill current and anticipated vacancies on other boards and commissions including the Economic Development Commission, the Employees Retirement Board, the Ethics Commission, theGreater Bridgeport Transit District Board of Commissioners, the Harbor Management Commission, the Land Acquisition Commission and the Shellfish Commission. For a complete list of board or commission vacancies please visit www.fairfieldct.org/vacancies for information on how to be considered for any of these appointed volunteer positions. Please contact the Office of the First Selectman at 203-256-3030 or firstselectmanffld@
Westport News: “Man” Hits Girlfriend Then Dog
On Wednesday May 13th 2015 Westport Officers responded to a report of a domestic disturbance between two people living together. During the investigation it was alleged that the boyfriend had become physical with his girlfriend and then struck her dog prior to throwing it outside of the house. Additionally there was a protective order in place for the suspect from a prior domestic incident.
Arrested was Martin Smiley (age 67) of Westport Connecticut Smiley was charged with: Criminal Violation of a Protective Order C.G.S 53a-223 Disorderly Conduct C.G.S 53a-182 Cruelty to Animals C.G.S 53-247
Smiley was issued a $2500 bond and was issued a court date of May 14th, 2015 at Norwalk Court.
(Westport Police Press Release)
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Bridgeport News: Woman Ejected From Convertible
4:11pm–#Bridgeport CT–First responders are on scene at Barnum Avenue near Willow Street . A woman was ejected from her convertible car in a crash. Avoid the area. I just received word the woman will be okay. Scene was very serious and EMS took control of the scene. Photo intentionally vague due to the seriousness of the crash.
Fairfield News: Dog Rescued From Pipe
1:01pm–#Fairfield CT–Firefighters in Fairfieeld helped rescue a dog stuck in a drainage pipe on Riverside Drive today. Lieutenant Jay Swindon and Firefighter Tom Janik are pictured here in the rescue.
