Month: December 2024

Couple Ties the Knot Amidst the Magic of Wonderland at Roseville

Fairfield, December 30, 2024 – Amidst the festive opening night activities at Wonderland at Roseville, Paul and Cecilia Hongo exchanged vows in a beautiful ceremony. Married in front of the tiny chapel nestled in the Halliwell family’s backyard, the couple was joined by friends, family, and members of the public enjoying the holiday display. The wedding added a special touch to the 25th year of this cherished Fairfield tradition. Congratulations to Mr. and Mrs. Paul and Cecilia Hongo!

About Wonderland at Roseville:

Wonderland at Roseville, located at 226 Roseville Terrace in Fairfield, is a celebrated holiday light display hosted by Gene and Mary Halliwell. Now in its 25th year, the wonderland features an array of dazzling lights, festive decorations, and whimsical attractions that delight visitors of all ages. This cherished community tradition also supports Shriners Children’s Hospital, spreading holiday cheer while raising funds for a meaningful cause.

Bridgeport News: Man Arrested After Police Pursuit, Gas Station Altercation Involving Firearm

On December 27th, around 11:20 a.m., an altercation occurred at a gas station in the 900 Block of Park Avenue involving three parties, including Curtis Dwayne Gibbs. During the incident, a firearm was discharged, though no injuries were reported.

Later that day, at approximately 2:45 p.m., Bridgeport Police stopped a motor vehicle near Norman Street and State Street. Curtis Dwayne Gibbs, a passenger in the vehicle, refused to exit and ignored verbal commands from officers, leading to a vehicle pursuit through the City of Bridgeport. The chase caused a motor vehicle accident and continued onto I-95 north. With assistance from Milford Police and the Connecticut State Police, the vehicle was eventually stopped at Exit 41.

Curtis Dwayne Gibbs was arrested and charged with interfering with officers, first-degree reckless endangerment, reckless driving, engaging police in a pursuit, and assault on an officer. His bond was set at $60,000.

This remains an ongoing investigation, and no further information is available at this time.

Norwalk Police Bust Vape Shop Selling Illegal Cannabis Products

On Friday, December 20, 2024, the Norwalk Police Special Services Division executed a search and seizure warrant at the R & R Smoke & Convenience Store, located at 213 Main Avenue. The execution of this warrant is part of the ongoing investigation into smoke shops that sell cannabis without a cannabis license.

In Connecticut, it is illegal to sell products with a total THC concentration greater than 0.3% without a cannabis license. Officers received information that this location was selling pure marijuana and products that were well above the legal THC level.

The search warrant yielded several hundred products that were above the 0.3% THC threshold. In addition, pure marijuana, THC gummies, and Galaxy Gas nitrous oxide were also seized. The legal amount of THC allowed per gummy is 1mg, but the gummies seized exceeded this limit.

The marijuana being sold was packaged in a variety of misleadingly labeled packaging, which was also confiscated. In addition, $8,000 in U.S. currency was seized and will be applied for through the Asset Forfeiture Statutes.

Arrested: Abdellahi Ahmedou-touh, 22 years old, of 213 Main Avenue, Norwalk (living in the store).
Date of Arrest: December 20, 2024
Charges:

  • Possession >1.5, 5, 8 oz cannabis (21>)
  • Sale of 1KG or more cannabis-sbs
  • Possession with intent to sell 1KG or more of cannabis
  • Use of drug paraphernalia
    Bond: Set at $100,000
    Court Date: January 6, 2025

Bridgeport Police Pursue Suspect in Vehicle Chase Ending on I-95

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At approximately 2:45 p.m., Bridgeport police attempted to stop a vehicle in the area of Norman Street and State Street. The driver refused to exit the car and ignored officers’ verbal commands, leading to a pursuit through Bridgeport that extended onto I-95 North.

The chase ended near exit 41 in Milford, where Milford Police and the Connecticut State Police assisted in stopping the vehicle. The suspect was taken into custody, and the investigation remains ongoing.

Unconfirmed radio reports suggested the driver was wanted in connection with a shots-fired incident. A witness at the scene reported that the driver released a dog onto the officers during the confrontation. Authorities reportedly recovered a firearm, though additional details have yet to be confirmed.

BLUMENTHAL & CONNOLLY INTRODUCE BICAMERAL LEGISLATION TO PROTECT & EXPAND NATIONAL SCENIC TRAILS

[WASHINGTON, D.C.] – Today, U.S. Senator Richard Blumenthal (D-CT) and U.S. Representative Gerry Connolly (D-VA) introduced legislation to preserve and expand America’s national trail system. The Complete America’s Great Trails Act gives a tax credit to landowners who voluntarily make land contributions towards the completion of National Scenic Trails, expanding the trail system and protecting the land from development.

Connecticut is home to two of the 11 National Scenic Trails—the Appalachian Trail, which extends 52 miles across the state from Salisbury in the north to Sherman in the south, and the New England Trail, which extends 117 miles across the state from Suffield in the north to Guilford in the south.

“The system of National Scenic Trails provides access to truly extraordinary landscapes—accessing the beauty of nature and recreational opportunities,” said Blumenthal. “The Complete America’s Great Trails Act incentivizes landowners to help close gaps in our national trail system, ensuring we protect habitat from encroachment of development while expanding the trails themselves. We owe it to ourselves and to future generations to preserve these treasured spaces.”

“The Complete America’s Great Trails Act will enhance, expand, and protect trails in America’s most treasured places, from Mt. Vernon to Mount St. Helens, by providing landowners with incentives to protect public access and natural landscapes along America’s National Scenic Trails,” said Connolly. “I am proud to lead this effort with Senator Blumenthal and look forward to our continued work together to protect these American treasures for generations to come.”

The Complete America’s Great Trails Act provides landowners who make a voluntary land contribution towards the completion of the National Scenic Trails with a tax credit equal to the fair market value of the portion of the land, furthering the goal of strengthening the connectivity and improving the maintenance of the trail system.

The legislation is cosponsored in the Senate by U.S. Senators Chris Murphy (D-CT) and Elizabeth Warren (D-MA).

The legislation is supported by the Connecticut Forest and Park Association.

“Walking and hiking in nature is a wonderful experience that brings with it many benefits, including good health, time with friends and family, and conserving the environment,” said Andy Bicking, Executive Director of the Connecticut Forest & Park Association, the state’s oldest conservation organization that manages the 825-mile network of Blue-Blazed Hiking Trails. “We’re grateful for Senator Blumenthal’s leadership in reintroducing the Complete America’s Great Trails Act. The legislation will help protect national trail resources for future generations and secure access to the outdoors for all people.”

The full text of the bill can be found here.

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