Month: November 2024

Bridgeport Fire Department Graduates 17 Recruits from Class 03-2024

Bridgeport, CT – The Bridgeport Fire Department welcomed 17 new firefighters during a graduation ceremony on Tuesday, November 26, 2024, at the Common Council Chambers, 45 Lyon Terrace. Among the graduates of Recruit Class 03-2024 was one female firefighter, highlighting a step forward for diversity within the department.

The recruits successfully completed a demanding training program that included physical conditioning, tactical operations, and emergency response readiness.

Mayor Joe Ganim, members of the City Council, and fire department leadership attended the event alongside family, friends, and community members. The ceremony drew a large crowd, with attendees offering enthusiastic support for the new firefighters.

Fire Chief Lance Edwards said the department is still short-staffed by 15 firefighters with more recruitment soon. This new class will bolster Bridgeport’s fire department, enhancing public safety and emergency services throughout the city. The ceremony concluded with a standing ovation, as the graduates prepared to begin their assignments across various fire stations, ready to protect and serve the community.

Norwalk News: Norwalk Police Conducting Seat Belt Enforcement

The Norwalk Police Department will be proactively conducting traffic enforcement for seat belt violations leading up to and during the holiday season. Please be cognizant of all passengers in your car, especially children and the elderly. They may need guidance with certain safety measures such as seatbelts.

As a driver, the passengers’ safety is your responsibility, so please ensure everyone is buckled in. A motor vehicle accident may not be in your control, but using a seatbelt is. Be safe, keep your passengers safe, and enjoy a great holiday season.

This is a roving enforcement initiative, not fixed checkpoints. The dates we will be conducting the enforcement action are: Friday 11/29/24 from 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM, Saturday 11/30/24 from 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM, and Monday 12/2/24 from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

AB23 Customz Celebrates Ribbon Cutting Ceremony

Stratford — November 26, 2024 — Ab Twentythree Customz, Stratford’s newest print shop specializing in personalized products, celebrated its grand opening today with a ribbon cutting ceremony at 1341 West Broad Street. The event, held at 3:30 p.m., drew a supportive crowd eager to welcome co-owners Robert Alvarez and Julio Baez to the local business community.

“We offer any type of custom item you need, whether it’s for the holidays, your business, or a special gift,” said Julio Baez at the ceremony. “This ribbon cutting means so much to us because we’ve worked so hard to get here. Thanks to the incredible support from our family, friends, and the community, we finally took the leap to make this dream a reality.”

AB23 Customz specializes in creating custom items such as coffee mugs, t-shirts, keychains, and more, catering to both personal and business needs. The shop is conveniently located in the street-facing left corner of Hudson Paper’s iconic brick building.

“This is just the beginning for us,” added Robert Alvarez. “We invite everyone to stop by, even if it’s just to check out what we do. Whether it’s a gift or a product for your business, we’ve got you covered!”

Traffic Advisory – Pequot Running Club Thanksgiving Day Road Race on Thursday, November 28, 2024

The Pequot Running Club of Fairfield will be holding their annual Thanksgiving
Day 5-mile road race and 2.6-mile walk this Thursday, November 28, 2024.


The event kicks off in Southport and the road race will initially enter Westport
town limits from Pequot Avenue/Beachside Avenue. It then travels north on Sasco
Creek Road, east on Greens Farms Road, northwest on Clapboard Hill Road, south on
Maple Avenue South, west on Greens Farms Road, south on New Creek Road and
then east on Beachside Avenue until the race again enters Southport on Pequot
Avenue.

A map of the route has been included along with this release.
The event is scheduled to begin promptly at 8:15am. It is estimated that
participants will have completely exited all Westport roads by approximately
10:30am. While the race is traveling through town, residents and motorists can expect
temporary road closures and associated traffic delays. Please alter any travel plans
accordingly, allowing extra time for delays caused by the event, and/or seek alternate
routes around the area wherever possible.

Bridgeport News: Police Seek Information in Hit-and-Run That Critically Injured Local Man

On November 22, 2024, at approximately 6:36PM, the Bridgeport Emergency Operations Center received several calls for a motor vehicle versus a pedestrian collision/evading. The callers reported a pedestrian was struck at the intersection of Fairfield Avenue and State Street Extension. Bridgeport Fire Engine 7, American Medical Response (AMR), and Bridgeport Police Officers were dispatched to the location. Bridgeport Police Officers arrived on scene and observed Bridgeport Firefighters rendering aide to an unconscious male lying on the ground.  

AMR arrived shortly after and transported the male to Bridgeport Hospital. After a preliminary investigation, it was determined an unknown vehicle was traveling east on Fairfield Avenue and struck the male pedestrian in the intersection and fled the scene in an unknown direction. The male pedestrian was identified as a 44-year-old Bridgeport resident, and he’s listed in critical condition. The Bridgeport Police Serious Crash Investigation Team is currently trying to obtain video footage of the collision/evading.

Anyone with information about the serious collision/evading can contact Sergeant Darryl Wilson at (203) 576-7640 or the Bridgeport Police TIPS Hotline at (203) 576-TIPS. Sergeant Darryl Wilson can also be reached at Darryl.Wilson@bridgeportct.gov.

Ribbon Cutting Ceremony Marks the Opening of J&C Barber in Fairfield

Fairfield, CT – November 25, 2024 – J&C Barber, a new and welcoming barbershop located at 400 Post Road in Fairfield, officially celebrated its grand opening today with a ribbon-cutting ceremony. The event was led by owner Yeimi Conti, who shared her excitement about bringing professional and personalized grooming services to the Fairfield community.

“I’m thrilled to welcome everyone to J&C Barber,” said Conti during the ceremony. “Well, I just invite everybody who likes to look good and fresh and have a new hairstyle. And right now, since we are around the holidays, I invite everybody to come in and get to know J&C Barber.”

Trained at MC in Berlin, CT, Yeimi Conti has been cutting men’s hair for over five years, building a reputation for her skill, professionalism, and warm customer service. At J&C Barber, she creates a homey and comfortable environment for clients, offering not only exceptional haircuts and grooming services but also complimentary coffee and cookies.

The barbershop provides a range of services, including haircuts, fades, beard trims, shaves, neck trims, and eyebrow grooming. J&C Barber also carries Forte hair products, a trusted brand for men’s styling needs.

The shop’s cozy atmosphere, high-quality services, and commitment to the community have already begun attracting locals. Conti looks forward to growing her business and becoming a pillar of the Fairfield community.

To book an appointment, call (475) 850-2173. Walk-ins are also welcome. Follow J&C Barber on social media for updates and promotions.

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