Bridgeport Police Update: Paulo Lumfuakiadi 26 of Wheeler Avenue Bridgeport was driving a gray 2009 BMW 328I south on North Washington Avenue when he crashed into UI pole 4437 in front of the EOC. (581 No. Washington). He is in the recovery room of Saint Vincents Hospital listed in stable condition. He has a broken left leg and broken ankle.
Rear passenger, Tiana Verner 30 Pembroke Street Bridgeport was ejected from the vehicle. She was admitted to Saint Vincents room Verner has a pelvic fracture and a fractured left femur.
Other passengers: Tiana McClain 29 of Harral Ave Bridgeport. Released from the hospital.
Alcohol and speed played a factor in this one car collision.
The collision was dispatched to patrol officer Juan Villafane under the direction of Lieutenant John Gale.
The Traffic Division will be handling the investigation
12:39pm–#Bridgeport CT–Firefighters worked feverishly to free trapped in BMW that hit a utility pole at on Lindley Street between Winton and Herbert Streets. According to radio reports a third person was trapped under the car. No word on the extent of the injuries.
The Bridgeport Bluefish announced that a post-draft open tryout for the team will be held at The Ballpark at Harbor Yard on Monday, June 19th from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm, with a live on field scrimmage following the tryout.
“This is a great opportunity for current free agents and players who were not selected in the Major League draft to come to the ballpark and show off their skills in hopes to play in the Atlantic League,” said Bluefish General Manager, Paul Herrmann. “We’re looking forward to hopefully finding players from the tryout to invite to join our roster.”
Tryout success stories from the 2016 season include pitchers Joseph Kuzia, who made 34 appearances for the ‘Fish before joining in-state Atlantic League rival the New Britain Bees, and Holden Helmink, who attended a late-season tryout and made seven mound appearances. Pitcher David Anderson, who attended a Bluefish tryout in 2015, made seven starts for the ‘Fish during his rookie season, posting a 2.67 ERA in 40.1 innings pitched. Anderson returned to Bridgeport in 2016, making nine mound appearances before joining a team in the Can-Am League. Another success is hurler Tim Gustafson, who attended the tryout in 2014, made the Atlantic League All-Star team that year as a member of the ‘Fish, and eventually signed a minor league contract with the Baltimore Orioles the following offseason.
There will be an administration fee of $85 to tryout, with select participants (elected by the coaches) having the great experience of being able to participate in a live game on the field at The Ballpark at Harbor Yard following the tryout.
Position players are to report to The Ballpark at Harbor Yard at 8:30 am for registration, while pitchers report at 10:00 am for registration. Participants must be at least eighteen years of age. All participants must wear proper baseball attire to be eligible to tryout. All those present should provide their career statistics and must supply their own wooden bats and baseball gloves. All participants will be required to sign a release form before trying out for the team.
Coaches and representatives from the Bluefish will be on hand to evaluate the players at the ballpark, including Manager Luis Rodriguez and Pitching Coach Rich Garces.
-Pitcher Warmup -Position Players Hit in Cage, Pitchers light bullpen (pre-scrimmage)
-Scrimmages begin at 12:00 pm
To sign up and reserve your tryout spot please contact Ryan Crofts at (203) 416-1725 or rcrofts@bridgeportbluefish.com. You may also http://bridgeportbluefish.com.ismmedia.com/ISM3/std-content/repos/Top/2017%20Bluefish%20Player%20Tryout%20Form%20-%20POST%20DRAFT.pdf to download the registration form.
#STRATFORD, CT – Stratford EMS recognizes it volunteers during National EMS Week.
In their ongoing efforts to recognize, support and sustain the volunteer program at Stratford EMS, the SEMS Administration has applied for and been approved as a “Certifying Organization” for the Presidential Volunteer Service Award Program last year.
The President’s Volunteer Service Award (PVSA) is the premier national volunteer awards program, encouraging citizens to live a life of service through presidential gratitude and national recognition.
The program has 4 different award levels including the most distinguished – “Lifetime Achievement Award”. The awards are determined by the PVSA program based on volunteer hours measured cumulatively over a 12 month period or lifetime achievement.
In 2016, SEMS volunteers gave over 17000 hours to the Town and SEMS. This equates to almost $325,000.00 savings to SEMS. Michael Loiz, Director of EMS said, “We have one of the strongest volunteer programs in the State. Our volunteers continue to provide a tremendous and valuable service to SEMS and the community. We are very proud of our volunteers”
May 21-27 is National EMS Week. In recognition of this special time set aside for EMS and on behalf of Stratford EMS Administration, The Director of Public Safety, The Mayor and the Town of Stratford, SEMS held it’s second annual Volunteer Recognition Ceremony at Town Hall in Council Chambers on Wednesday, May 24, 2017 at 1800.
Lifetime Achievement Award (4000+ hours over their lifetime at SEMS)
EMT, Christopher Fresilli
Gold Award (500 + hours in 2015)
EMT, Ralph Arnon, EMT, Lauren Botsford, EMT, Supervisor, Scott Burton, EMT, Indumathi Dhakshinamurthy, EMT, Christine Eberts, EMT, Alyssa Ingmanson, EMR, Dave Ingmanson
Paramedic, Steven Kennedy, Paramedic, Alex Lenches, EMT, John Toomey, EMT, Mary Wheeling, EMT, Supervisor, Matthew White
Silver Award (250-499 Hours in 2015)
EMT, Jessica Archick, EMT, Kevin Callahan, Paramedic / Supervisor, Sean Campbell, EMT, Angela Capinera, EMR, Tom Hallas, EMT, Supervisor, Barry Kelly, EMT, Alex Kowinko, EMT, Supervisor, Chris Mancini
EMT, Helen “Bunnie” McQuiton, CEVO, Patrick Okeefe, EMT, Victoria Outhouse, EMT, Jeff Shaw, EMR, Alex Shein, EMT, Ruth Smith, EMT, William Villa
Bronze Award (100-249 hours in 2015)
EMT, Alan Comer, EMT, Anthony Constantini, EMT, Aaron Czarnecki, EMT, Oreibis Flores, EMT, Loraine Gloerson, EMT, Caralynn Hackley, EMR, Ryan Kardamis, EMT, Jordan Levine, EMT, Todd Lutheran
EMT, Karen Marino, EMR, Richard Marino, EMR, Rosanna Mazzella, EMT, Laurie Meyers, EMT, Amanda Mucherino, EMR, Robert Parker, EMT, Daniel Perillo, EMT, Michael Santiana, EMT, Paulina Smaga
EMT, Carol Stosse, Paramedic, Jacob Telep, EMT, Jasmine Torres
#Westport, CT– The Westport Police Department and Mental Grit Fitness of Fairfield County are hosting the 8 th Annual Push Against Cancer for Kids event. Individuals and teams from across Connecticut will show their strength and determination as they raise donations for The Hole in the Wall Gang Camp. The event is scheduled for Sunday, June 4th from 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at The Levitt Pavilion for the Performing Arts in Westport, Connecticut. The opening ceremony starts at 10:00 a.m. This 1-hour push-up challenge aims to provide children who face health and medical challenges with a full week of summer camp where medical care and needs can still be met. Over the last 7 years, Push Against Cancer for Kids has raised more than $200,000!
All ages and fitness levels are welcome to join this 1-hour friendly push-up competition. Participants are encouraged to reach out to family members, friends, co-workers and employers to join their team or donate to their fundraising efforts. All proceeds will benefit The Hole in the Wall Gang Camp, founded by Paul Newman. We are so inspired by how the kids of The Hole in the Wall Gang Camp find possibility in each challenge they face,” says Mental Grit Fitness owner and personal trainer, Andy Berman. Being able to face this fitness challenge and raise enough funds to send as many kids as possible to camp seems a fitting tribute to them.
This year, members of various Connecticut police departments throughout the state, as well as many veterans, have agreed to participate in the event. Mental Grit Fitness is extremely grateful to the Westport Police Department for their ongoing support, particularly that of Chief Foti Koskinas, Lieutenant David Farrell and Officer Brendan Fearon. A special thank you also goes out to Detective Paul Carroccio of the Danbury Police Department. Mental Grit Fitness is asking those who would like to participate to encourage their friends, family, co-workers and employers to sponsor their efforts. Contestants are encouraged to bring a friend or family member to keep track of their progress. The event is for all ages, but anyone younger than age 13 must be accompanied by an adult.
4:24pm–#Bridgeport CT– Firefighters on scene at Laundry World for a dryer fire at 93 Boston Avenue. The fire was contained to that dryer and it did not extend anywhere else.
