2019-11-10@9:37pm–#Bridgeport CT—According to radio reports, a bouncer was shot in the stomach at the Perfections Lounge at 1603 Barnum Avenue. The shooter fled down Barnum Avenue down Elizabeth Street according to those same radio reports. I’m still waiting on an official report of the shooting last night on Bond Street from police spokesperson Terron Jones and I don’t expect this to be any different. It’s not me or the Connecticut Post he is not reporting to but you, the taxpayer who is not being properly informed, and just 4 days after election day….
This week our sponsor BMW of Bridgeport donated $3,525 to the Norma Pfriem Breast Cancer Center . Senator Richard Blumenthal hopes others follows BMW of Bridgeport’s lead as a good corporate sponsor. General Manager Tim Kraemer said their company’s philosophy is to give back. Senator Blumenthal said BMW of Bridgeport’s generosity is the ultimate gift, the gift of life in saving people from cancer. Tim Kraemer said BMW of Bridgeport isn’t just a corporate sponsor but they participate in Norma Pfriem events throughout the year.
2019-11-30@4:44pm–UPDATE: American Steakhouse security called cops on the fundraising kids…AGAIN.
2019-11-10@1:57pm–#Bridgeport CT– Police were called to 210 Boston Avenue because the security officer at American Steakhouse said that there were children between the ages of 5 and 8 selling fundraising candy without a permit. Since getting follow up information from spokesperson Terron Jones and Rowena White, have been impossible lately I drove up to get a follow up to the story. I’m happy to report that there was an adult there, Christopher Ledend said that they were permitted to sell there and often times the cops purchase from them. Christopher said his group Play4Youths.com raises funds for children. Their website https://www.play4youths.com/ says: “At Play4Youths we are raising funds to support and promote the visions of our youths and inspire them to obtain lifetime achievements. Our summer program provides Bridgeport youths with enriching experiences and opportunities like camping trips, fishing contests, and field trips to places like the South Norwalk Maritime Aquarium, Six Flags Great Adventures, and much more. Through your donations and contributions, we are able to raise public awareness as to the needs of our youth and community.
I’m glad the cops were called so that I can bring light to this outstanding organization. To learn more about them or to help out financially, visit their website at https://www.play4youths.com/
2019-11-10 @ 12:44am–#Bridgeport CT– Another gun waving incident in the south end of Bridgeport, this time on Atlantic Street. A male waving a handgun around. Police arrested the possibly/allegedly intoxicated man and the handgun was recovered. Earlier a rifle was recovered in on Park Terrace when a man allegedly aimed it at his neighbor.
2019-11-09@10:11pm–#Bridgeport CT– A house was shot up in a drive-by in the 300 block of Seaview Avenue. Bullet holes in the windows and walls reported.
2019-11-09@7:55pm–#Bridgeport CT– A man is detained and one long gun recovered after a man allegedly pointed the firearm at his neighbor on Park Terrace.
2019-11-09@ 7:52pm–#Bridgeport CT– A gunshot victim arrived at Bridgeport Hospital. Police are investigating a possible crime scene in the 400 block of Bond Street.
2019-11-09@2:00pm–#Stratford CT– First responders on the way to Burlington Coat Factory at 800 Barnum Avenue Cutoff parking lot for a pedestrian struck. Radio reports say the person had their foot ran over by a car.
Westport, CT – The Town of Westport, in conjunction with the Connecticut Conference of Municipalities (CCM), announced that it is offering residents a new way to save money on prescription medications and certain medical services through a new prescription drug savings program. The ProAct discount cards will arrive in residents’ mailboxes via the US Postal service next week. Regardless of whether residents are currently insured, uninsured, or underinsured, they can use the cards at participating pharmacies to obtain discounts and savings on prescription medications.
The “Town of Westport Prescription Drug Discount Card” helps residents save money on their medications any time their prescription is not covered by insurance. This card will provide immediate fiscal relief at the pharmacy counter for residents and offers the following features and benefits:
· Anyone can participate, regardless of age or income;
· All prescription medications are covered, including any pet prescriptions for human-based medications that can be filled at a regular retail pharmacy;
· There is no cost to the municipality or to participating residents;
· Generic prescriptions offer the highest savings, but name brand medications are eligible for discounts as well;
· There are no limits or restrictions on car usage so residents are encouraged to use the program when paying full cash prices for medications;
· There are more than 65,000 participating pharmacies nationwide, including CVS, Rite-Aid, Walgreens, Wal-Mart, Stop and Shop, and Big Y, and many local pharmacies;
· Discounts may also offered on other medical services including certain vision and hearing services, with discounts on eye exams, LASIK procedures, frames and lenses, and hearing aids.
First Selectman Jim Marpe said the free program provides benefits to any resident whose traditional insurance coverage, or for those who may be uninsured or underinsured, to access needed prescription medications.
“Westport is proud to offer this program and appreciates the opportunity to help residents cut costs whenever possible,” Marpe said, adding that over 100 towns in Connecticut are currently using the program as a benefit of their membership to the Connecticut Conference of Municipalities (CCM).
Westport residents will receive a “Town of Westport Prescription Drug Discount Card” by direct mail that they may use at any participating retail pharmacy. All town residents regardless of age, income or existing health coverage may use the discount card. There are no enrollment forms, membership fees, restrictions or limits on frequency of use for residents. Cardholders and their family members are encouraged to use the card any time their prescriptions are not covered by insurance.
Cards can also be printed by visiting www.CTRxDiscountCard.com by selecting Town of Westport from the drop-down menu. The website also contains a “Learn the Perks of the Card” section where residents can locate a participating pharmacy, comparison shop their medication, and find the information on the discounts that are also available on vision, hearing and LASIK services.
Questions about the program can be directed to the ProAct Helpdesk at 1-877-776-2285 or by going to the website www.ctrxdiscountcard.com. The Town’s Human Services Department is also available to assist residents who need further information. 203-341-1050 or humansrv@westportct.gov
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Westport, CT. – the Department of Public Works is currently planning the Annual Leaf Collection program. The Department requests that homeowners consider backyard leaf composting and suggests they contact the Conservation Department (341-1170) or Earthplace (557-4400) for relevant information. The ease and cost savings of backyard composting provides a viable alternative to either carting leaves to the Town Yard Waste Site or filling paper bags for the Town’s curbside pickup.
The curbside collection period will extend from November 4, 2019through December 2, 2019.
The Public Works Department will collect leaves placed in biodegradable paper bags on the curbside during this period. Leaves placed in plastic bags will not be picked up, as the composting process cannot handle plastic. Residents living on private roadways must place their bagged leaves at an intersecting Town roadway.
A Department of Public Works crew will pick up bagged leaves throughout the entire Town several times during the collection period. A final pass will be initiated on December 2, 2019 and take approximately one week. All properly bagged leaves put out before December 2, 2019 will be collected.
Only Westport residents with valid proof of residency may bring their leaves directly to the yard waste site located at 180 BAYBERRY LANE. If leaves are transported in plastic bags, residents must empty the leaves from the plastic bags. The yard waste site is open Monday through Friday 7:00 A.M. to 3:00 P.M. and on Saturday 7:00 A.M. to 12:00 Noon. Saturday hours will be extended until 3:00 P.M. from November 2, 2019 thru December 7, 2019.
Westport residents with valid proof of residency may dump up to six, 30 gallon bags or containers full of leaves without a fee. Any van, pickup or tag-along trailer exceeding the 6-bag limit will be charged $40.00 per load. Any vehicle or trailer larger than a conventional pickup with a 4-foot by 8-foot bed will be charged $90.00 per ton.
Any vehicles with a 9-foot body or vehicles changed to significantly enlarge their factory design size will be charged $90.00 per ton estimated at 2 ton without weigh slip ($180.00). Dump tickets must be purchased at Town Hall, Monday through Friday between 8:30 A.M. and 4:30 P.M. or by mail by writing – Department of Public Works, 110 Myrtle Avenue, Westport, CT 06880.
