At 6:56 p.m., firefighters responded to a third-floor apartment fire on the 700 block of Hallett Street. The blaze, which started in the oven, quickly spread to the walls and floors. Firefighters used handlines and opened up walls and floors to extinguish hotspots and contain the fire.
One resident was treated on the scene by AMR for burn injuries, though no further injuries have been reported.
The cause of the fire is under investigation by the Bridgeport Fire Marshal’s Office. The Red Cross is assisting the displaced families by providing emergency shelter and essential supplies.
This incident comes as a stark reminder of the importance of fire safety during the holiday season. Stay connected with DoingItLocal for updates and information.
The Stratford Library Teen Department has a variety of exciting events planned for December:
12/1-12/31: December-Pop-Up Challenge Guess how many holiday candy kisses in the jar & win the jar. It will make a great gift for anyone who loves chocolate. Location: Teen Department. Grades 6-12.
12/1-12/31: Holiday Celebration Tree Do you celebrate Diwali, Kwanza, Hanukkah, or Christmas? Maybe you celebrate the cold weather, warm flannel, or school vacation. Share whatever you feel like celebrating this season by designing your own mini-ornament to hang on the Teen Department tree. Location: Teen Department. Grades 6-12. No registration; while supplies last.
Peer Tutoring/Homework Helpers Are you struggling with class or homework assignments? Need help with math or writing that essay? We have high school volunteers here ready to help you do your very best. Registration required so we can schedule homework helpers. Call 203-385-4167 or email slateen@stratfordlibrary.org to schedule an appointment. Grades 5-8. Dates: 12/3, 12/10, 12/17.
12/5: 4-6:00pm: Throwback Thursday Teen Movie Night: Home Alone Come lay back and watch a throwback movie at the library with friends. Snacks and refreshments provided. Location: Lovell Room. Grades 6-12. No registration required.
12/12: 3:30-5:00pm: Teens Holiday Cookie Decorating & Movie Event Let’s kick off the winter holidays together. Come hang out with friends, watch holiday movies, share some hot chocolate & decorate holiday cookies. Location: Lovell Room. Grades 6-13. No registration required.
12/17: 3-4:30pm: Hot Cocoa Café Step inside our cozy cafe and relax. We’ll have our fireplace roaring, books to read (and keep!), games to play, and a variety of hot cocoa and sweet treats. Location: Lovell Room. Grades 6-12. No registration required.
12/18: 5-7:00pm: Holiday Wrap-Up Wouldn’t you love to have some elves around to do your holiday wrapping for you? Our Teen & uCreate volunteers are filling in for the elves & will be happy to help you wrap things up. Bring your items & meet us in the Library Lobby. Bring your own wrapping paper or use ours. While you wait for your packages, stop by our craft table and create your own unique holiday card. Location: Library lobby. All Ages. No registration; while supplies last.
A woman was injured with non-life-threatening injuries after being hit by a vehicle on North Avenue at Lexington Avenue according to unconfirmed radio reports.
Two women were allegedly hit in the head by a hammer in the 1100 block of Kings Highway according to unconfirmed radio reports. Police are investigating.
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.
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.
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!”
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.
