Month: June 2021

Westport News: Larceny and Forgery

#Westport CT--On October 16, 2020, at approximately 1:45 p.m., Westport Police officers responded toa local liquor store on a report of a stolen check. The complainant stated he wrote a check to oneof his vendors and then placed it in a mailbox. At some point after that the check was stolen andthe amount was altered. Additionally, the payee was changed to the name Matthew LaFlamme.The investigating detective was able to determine the bank where the check was cashed. Inspeaking with that bank’s fraud department, it was discovered that the suspect provided a bonafide Connecticut identification card at the time the fraudulent check was allegedly cashed. Thename on the identification was Matthew LaFlamme. Based upon the investigation, a warrant for Mr.…

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Bridgeport’s Own Candlestick Maker!

Get your candles made right here in Bridgeport CT and save 20% off with coupon code: LOCAL20 over at naturalannieessentials.comNaturalAnnie Essentials is a black woman owned and family operated lifestyle soy candle company based in Bridgeport, Connecticut. We create pure soy candles with a feel-good vibe! Fun and relatable, our natural candles fill your home and lift your mood with vibrant scents so that it feels like home.

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College Financial Planning

Teens and parents are invited to an informative and timely Zoom workshop, “College Financial Planning” on Tuesday, July 6 from 6:30-8 pm.  The program is hosted by the Stratford Library in conjunction with Advanced College Funding Solutions with guest speaker Lynn Verrilli.  It is free and open to the public. The educational workshop will focus on high school freshmen, sophomores and juniors.  Among the topics address will be: ¨ Critical information not covered during high school financial aid night. ¨ Opportunities available for students to attend an expensive private university for less than a state school. ¨ Selecting colleges that will give the best financial aid packages – more FREE money and less loans. ¨ Locating and applying for every “need-based” scholarship, grant, and low-interest loan that students may be…

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Bridgeport News: Permits Required for Hosting an Outdoor Event on City Property or Parks

BRIDGEPORT, CT – City of Bridgeport officials are advising event organizers of any modified safety protocols and how to secure a permit for an outdoor planned event on city property and in any of the city’s parks. Organizers are required to obtain a permit for any event hosted on city property. Events without proper permits, or in violation of the permit application will be subject to cease and desist. How to Secure a Permit for an Outdoor Event in the City of Bridgeport Anyone hosting an event on public property or in city parks must apply for a permit in the City of Bridgeport. Whether the event is free or ticketed, open to the public, or invitation only, all events…

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