Month: January 2019

Police Need Your Help

#Bridgeport CT--#Westport CT-- Bridgeport Police are asking for the public’s help identifying The female in the photos below.  She attempted to cash a check in Westport that had been stolen in a burglary on Tremont Avenue in Bridgeport. Anyone who has information pertaining to the identity of this female please contact Bridgeport Police Detective Michael Fiumidinisi at 203-581-5246 or the BPD Tips Line at 203-576-TIPS (Bridgeport Police Press Release) Also newsworthy is this is from an actual bank camera and you can actually make out the details! Noticia de Bridgeport La policía de Bridgeport está pidiendo la ayuda del público para identificar a la mujer en las fotos de abajo. Intentó cobrar un cheque en Westport que había sido robado en…

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Ansonia News: Crash Blocks Traffic

2:32pm--#Ansonia CT-- Traffic is being detoured on North Main Street at Eagle Hose and at Fourth Street for a motor vehicle accident with reported injuries.   This news report is made possible by: Noticias de Ansonia: Accidente causa tráfico 2:32pm--#Ansonia CT--El tráfico se está desviando en la Calle North Main y Eagle Hose y la Calle Fourth por un accidente y con lesiones reportadas.

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Norwalk News: Car Hits Pole Knocking Out Power

12:40pm--#Norwalk CT-- A car hits a pole in front of 40 Cross Street knocking out power to the medical building across the street.  UI is on the way.  It was originally called in as the car on fire but it turned out to the power lines on fire.   This news report is made possible by: Noticias de Norwalk: Carro choca contra un poste. Cortando electricdad 12:40pm--#Norwalk CT--Un carro golpeo un poste delante de la 40 calle de Cross y corto la electricidad del edificio de médicos al otro lado de la calle. UI está en camino. Originalmente fue una llamada que el carro estaba en llamas, pero resultó que las líneas de energía eran que cogió fuego.

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Fairfield News: Transformer Explodes

12:34am--#Fairfield CT-- A large transformer exploded and is laying in the property of 2644 Verna Hill Road.  The transformer is smoking and on fire on the property.   This news report is made possible by: Noticias de Fairfield: Un Transformador exploto 12:34am--#Fairfield CT--Un transformador grande explotó en 2644 Verna Hill Road. El transformador está fumando y en llamas en la propiedad.

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#Stratford To Move On Shakespeare Committee

STRATFORD – Following the devastating fire which consumed the historical American Shakespeare Festival Theater in Stratford last Sunday, town officials are announcing there will soon be a committee of citizens appointed to advise on the direction the town should take with the property the theater was located on.  Details on the appointment of that committee will be available in the coming days.   “We envision this new committee made up of concerned Stratford residents will facilitate the start of the important public conversation of where we go now with the Shakespeare property following this incredible fire,” said Mayor Laura Hoydick.  “We are affirming our commitment that this property will continue to be used for the performing arts, entertainment and recreation for the…

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I-95 Crashes

5:43pm--#Bridgeport CT-- There is a 5 car crash I-95 northbound near exit 26 in the right lane and a truck a little further past this in the left break-down lane facing the wrong way.  Car parts are littering the roadway according to radio reports.   Accidente en I-95 5:43pm--#Bridgeport CT--Hay un accidente de 5 carros en I-95 norte cerca de la salida 26 en el carril derecho y un carro un poco más allá de esto en el carril de avería izquierdo que hace frente al camino incorrecto. Las piezas del carro están regado por los carriles.

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Moore To Run For Bridgeport Mayor

BRIDGEPORT, CT-- Marilyn V. Moore,  mother, grandmother, lifelong Bridgeport resident and activist, retired business executive,  and current State Senator for the 22nd Senate District, announced that she will run for Mayor of Bridgeport in the November 2019 election. “This will be a people’s campaign for integrity and transparency in our city government. That’s what I believe in, that’s what I’m going to run on, and that’s what I’m promising as mayor,” Moore said. “I have a vision for our city that is inclusive, transparent and lifts up all the people of Bridgeport.  Moore said she understands the needs of the community and their frustration and distrust of the Bridgeport political systems. I believe that government should work for all people--not…

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Ganim Hosts First Department Head Meeting of 2019 to Recognize Accomplishments, Set Sights on New Goals

Bridgeport, CT –Mayor Ganim hosted the first Monthly Department Head Meeting of 2019 to recap last year’s accomplishments, discuss overcoming challenges, and setting new department goals for the city.  The Mayor opened the meeting with his goal of providing savings for city taxpayers, while improving overall economic development and quality of life essentials for residents and businesses.  Within this meeting noted accomplishments and goals include: OPED reported that they are actively working on more than 30 development projects.   Some of these projects include: HarborYard Amphitheatre Civic Block Cherry Street Lofts North End/Wakeman Boys & Girls Club Congress Street Bridge OPED is also geared up to make improvements on Webster Bank Arena with the $15million in capital that was recently approved. The Office…

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