Month: September 2018

Career Coach in Westport 9/13

#Westport, CT – Director of Human Services Elaine Daignault announces the return of the American Job Center Southwest’s Career Coach at Westport Town Hall.  On Thursday, September 13 the Coach will offer a class in Social Networking for Job Search from 10 a.m. – noon, and from 1 – 3 p.m.  This course will focus on the increasing necessity for an online presence to be a credible employment candidate in the current hiring environment.  Emphasis is on the most popular social networking sites and how to use the resources and tools of those sites.

The Career Coach is a “training center” tour bus equipped with ten wireless computer labs offering free computer classes to residents in the greater Norwalk area.  The mobile unit operates on a monthly schedule of visits to various community locations and is accessible to people with disabilities.

Area residents interested in registering should contact the Westport Department of Human Services at 203-341-1050 or via e-mail athumansrv@westportct.gov.   For more information, including the current Career Coach schedule, check the website for American Job Center Southwest at http://www.ajcswct.com.

Ms. Daignault stated, “I hope that by offering the American Job Center Southwest’s Career Coach in the Westport area, many residents who wish to improve their computer skills will find it convenient and useful in pursuing their personal goals.”

 

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Black Rock Bike And Boat Tour

#Fairfield CT–The centuries of history in and around the Black Rock neighborhood that today is part of Bridgeport will be the focus of a combined bicycle and boating history tour Saturday, September 8 starting 1:30 PM. The tour, which starts at Captain’s Cove in Bridgeport, is organized by the Town of Fairfield’s Bicycling and Pedestrian Committee and the Fairfield Museum. Bike tour group members will start by cycling together toward the home of Caleb Brewster, the Revolutionary War-era spy ring leader who aided in reporting on British military movements to General Washington’s staff. At the time of the Revolutionary War, Fairfield’s border extended all the way to what is today Park Avenue. Just sixty miles away, however, New York City was occupied and controlled by British forces, making the Long Island Sound coast a hotbed of espionage and intrigue. The two-hour cycling tour of Black Rock will also visit John Wheeler House (Black Rock’s oldest homestead), Fayerweather Yacht Club & Port 5 (Old Black Rock Wharves), and the Wolcut Chaucey House (Commander during the War of 1812). The tour will also discuss “The George Hotel,” St. Mary’s by the Sea, Balmfourth bridge, “The Chimneys” as well as the forts of the American Revolution and the War of 1812. Following the bike tour, participants may join the boating tour which will visit the mouth of Black Rock Harbor, Battery Point, St. Mary’s-by-the-Sea, Ash Creek and Fayerweather Lighthouse. “A bike tour provides easy access to many of the spots we want to show people, including the homes of noted Revolutionary War-era patriots, plus more recent history such as the location for Gustave Whitehead’s first flight,” said Walter D. Matis, Program Volunteer Coordinator for the Fairfield Museum, who will narrate the tour. The cycling tour will cover approximately five miles, starting and ending at Captain’s Cove. Bicycle tour participants are required to wear helmets and the group is limited to the first 25 people who sign up in advance. Children 13 and older can be part of the tour but must be accompanied by a parent. In the event of poor weather, a rain date of Saturday, September 22nd has been scheduled. The boat tour will depart from Captain’s Cove at 4:00PM and will cruise for approximately two hours. Participants will be provided with a personal flotation device if they do not bring their own. Participants can also tour the Dundon House between 3:30 and 4:00, when the boat trip starts. Costs for the bike tour are $8 for Fairfield Museum members and $10 for Fairfield Museum non- members. Costs for the boat tour are $10 for Fairfield Museum members and $15 for non-members. Bike/Boat combo tickets are $15 for Fairfield Museum members and $20 for non-members Sign up and payment for either the bike or boat tours, or both, can be done at https://www.fairfieldhistory.org/events/bikeboatblackrock/ Keith Gallinelli, chairman of the Fairfield Bicycle and Pedestrian Committee added that those interested in the bike tour but who don’t own a bike should consider the free Fairfield BikeShare Program now operating at Zane’s Cycles, 1215 Post Road, Fairfield. “Initiated by the Fairfield Health Department and Fairfield Public Library with financial support from Fairfield University and Sacred Heart University, Fairfield BikeShare consists of ten 3-speed, custom designed bikes. Residents and visitors can borrow a bike and ride them for free,” said Gallinelli. “The Fairfield Bicycle and Pedestrian Committee’s mission is to encourage safe walking and cycling as a means of enjoying the beauty and history of Fairfield. We are delighted to partner with the Fairfield Museum and provide this opportunity to get to know the history the nearby Black Rock neighborhood by bike and boat,” said Keith Gallinelli, chairman of the Town of Fairfield Bicycle and Pedestrian Committee. The Fairfield Museum & History Center and Museum Shop, located at 370 Beach Road, is open seven days a week, 10am-4pm. Members of the Museum and children under 5 are admitted free. For more information, call 203-259-1598 or visit Fairfieldhistory.org. The Fairfield Museum relies on funding from individuals, corporations, and foundations. The Museum is especially grateful for support from the Department of Economic and Community Development, Connecticut Office of the Arts, the State of Connecticut, Town of Fairfield and Fairfield County’s Community Foundation.

 

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Congressman Who Opposed Tariff’s Celebrates His Own Tariff

Congressman Himes, who has been critical with the Trump Administration said in March that tariffs were “backward-looking,” and said other nations are moving in the opposite direction – toward free trade celebrated a tariff of his own.  He issued this press release:

The United States International Trade Commission overturned tariffs on Canadian newsprint. The tariffs, some of which were as high as 20 percent, drove up costs for newspapers across the country, especially affecting smaller and local papers without the budget cushion to absorb such a massive increase. The Commission found that imports of Canadian newsprint did not actually harm American producers.

“These tariffs were putatively imposed to help American paper companies, many of whom had already switched from newsprint to cardboard production as the demand for boxes from companies like Amazon grew,” said Congressman Jim Himes (CT-04).  “The result was that there was little benefit, while the harm extended to our local newspapers, the reporters and staff they employee, and the communities they serve. From a perspective of helping American business, these tariffs made no sense. That’s why I cosponsored the PRINT Act, which would have overturned them. Fortunately, we raised our voices loud enough and better arguments won the day.”

“The tariffs weren’t just about dollars and cents, but about making sure the American public has access to a diverse array of voices about the issues and events that matter in their daily lives,” said Andrew S. Julien, publisher and editor-in-chief at the Hartford Courant and vice president of the Connecticut Daily Newspaper Association.

“We’re very appreciative of the members of Congress, especially the Connecticut delegation, who helped to lift the newsprint tariffs that would’ve placed an onerous burden on all print media,” said Paul Barbetta, president and publisher of the Hearst Connecticut Media Group. “By alleviating this undue tariff, our elected representatives demonstrated their support for all newspapers to fulfill their mission of covering the communities they serve.”

“When it comes to supporting local businesses and industries, it seems like this administration is all sizzle and no steak,” continued Himes. “I think the President saw an opportunity here to take a shot at Canada and newspapers, two of his perceived antagonists, with one action and did so without regard for the actual effects on our communities or economy. That’s a disastrous way to determine trade policy. We need to do the hard work, enact thoughtful policies that help businesses and keep people employed. That always has to be the number one priority.”

 

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Westport News: Squatter Arrested

On 09/03/18 at approximately 11:45am, officers were dispatched to a residence under
construction on Wilton Road on a report of a burglary. The homeowner reported an
unknown vehicle in the driveway and reported evidence of someone “squatting” inside the
home. The vehicle was registered to Deshawn Harper of Bridgeport, CT. The officer had
reason to believe the suspect had been inside the home upon his arrival. Items stolen from
the property were observed inside the suspect vehicle and personal items belonging to
Harper were located inside the residence. A K-9 track was conducted, which led through
the rear of the property, but the suspect was not located. Shortly thereafter, the
investigating officer located Harper walking in the area of 245 Post Road East. Harper was
taken into custody and transported to police headquarters where he was charged with 53a-
102 Burglary 2 nd , 53a-109 Criminal Trespass 3 rd and 53a-167a Interfering with an Officer:
Non-Assaultive. Harper was held in lieu of $20,000 bond and was transported to Norwalk
Court for arraignment on 09/04/18.

 

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Norwalk News: Weapons Arrest

#Norwalk CT–On September 4, 2018 at 8:20am, the School Resource Officer (SRO) assigned to Norwalk High School was contacted by school security regarding a threats complaint that security and the school administration had just been made aware of. The SRO learned that on August 30, 2018, a school cafeteria worker had a conversation with a co-worker named Leslie Delaney. During this conversation, Delaney stated that if the co-worker saw him in his army fatigues, the co-worker should leave because he will have an AK-47 and that he could come to finish everything and then “off” himself. Additional officers responded to Norwalk High School and contacted Delaney, who was in the cafeteria. Delaney was escorted outside the building and interviewed. During this interview, he admitted to making those comments and suggested they were a joke. Based on additional information obtained during the investigation, Delaney was transported by ambulance to the Norwalk Hospital for an evaluation. Officers received consent to search Delaney’s vehicle, which was parked at Norwalk High School. While searching the vehicle officers located a .22 caliber Mossberg rifle in the trunk. The rifle was not loaded and there was no ammunition in the vehicle. Delaney was arrested and transported to the Norwalk Police Department where he was charged. Officers also executed a search warrant at Delaney’s residence, however, no weapons or ammunition were located. Based on the investigation, it was determined that there was no immediate threat to students or staff. However additional School Resource Officers will be at Norwalk High School tomorrow to provide an added sense of security.

 

Bridgeport News: US Marhals Arrest Murder Suspect

U.S. Marshals in Bridgeport, Connecticut, have arrested a 15 Most Wanted fugitive wanted in New York for the 2002 murder of his sister and an ex-girlfriend, as well as for parole violation and illegal entry into the United States.

 

Andre Neverson, 54, is a Trinidad and Tabago native who was added to the U.S. Marshals “15 Most Wanted”; fugitives list in February 2004.

 

At approximately 3:45 p.m. today, U.S. Marshals from the Connecticut Violent Fugitive Task Force, along with members of the Bridgeport Police Department, arrested Neverson in the 600 Block of Ogden Street in Bridgeport. After developing information that Neverson was hiding in a house there, U.S. Marshals established surveillance and spotted Neverson as he exited the home. A short time later Neverson was taken into custody and will await transfer to New York City.

 

On July 8, 2002, Neverson allegedly murdered his sister by shooting her in the head and stomach. He allegedly abducted a former girlfriend the next day. The woman was found dead two days later with a mortal wound to the head. At the time of both murders, he was paroled by the state of New York for attempted murder in the second degree, assault in the first degree and criminal possession of a firearm.

 

On Nov. 6, 2002, the fugitive, armed with a handgun, allegedly entered the home of another ex- girlfriend in an attempt to visit his daughter. The woman’s brother interrupted the unannounced visit, and Neverson fled with no further incident. The New York City Police Department searched the area for the felon, but never located him. The U.S. Marshals adopted the case in 2004 “

 

The United States Marshals Service is extremely pleased to have a violent criminal, who murdered two women in New York, off the streets of Connecticut after 16 years on the run,” said U.S. Marshal Brian Taylor, District of Connecticut.

 

The U.S. Marshals Service is the nation’s oldest federal law enforcement agency. Annually, U.S. Marshals arrest more than 50 percent of all federal fugitives and serve more federal warrants than all other federal law enforcement agencies combined. Last year, U.S. Marshals cleared 36,304 federal fugitive warrants and cleared an additional 32,759 state and local fugitive warrants through USMS cooperative task forces. For more information on this and other major cases, go to www.usmarshals.gov.

 

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