Rollover I-95
Report of a rollover on I-95 southbound at the exit 18 off ramp, no serious injuries reported according to unconfirmed radio reports. At 9:18 pm, they reported I-95 southbound is CLOSED. 2025-05-31@9:00pm--#Westport CT -- #cttraffic
Pedestrian Struck
Police UPDATE: At approximately 9:15pm, the Bridgeport Police Department responded to the intersection of East Main Street and Bass Pro Dr to report of a pedestrian struck by a motor vehicle. The vehicle fled the scene. The pedestrian was transported to a local hospital and is in stable condition. No further information at this time Report of a pedestrian struck at 200 East Main Street, right off of I-95 Exit 28 North. No report on his condition at this time. 2025-30-05@9:17PM --#Bridgeport CT
New Rochelle Woman Busted in $3K Forged Money Order Scam at Westport Bank
Westport Police arrested 40-year-old Adele Wauchope of New Rochelle, NY, in connection with a bank fraud scheme that scammed Webster Bank out of approximately $3,000. The investigation began in March after a fraud investigator reported the deposit of altered U.S. Postal Money Orders into an account opened by Wauchope. Authorities say she made withdrawals after the forged deposits cleared. With the help of search warrants, surveillance footage, and inter-agency information sharing, Wauchope was identified as the suspect. On May 22, Wauchope turned herself in to Westport Police and was charged with Larceny 3rd Degree, Conspiracy to Commit Larceny 3rd Degree, and Conspiracy to Commit Forgery 1st Degree. She was held on a $50,000 bond and transported to Stamford Superior Court…
Power Outage
The Bridgeport Fire Department on Lindley Street experienced a power surge that left the area without electricity, with some saying St. Vincent's Hospital is also without power. 2025-05-29@5:05pm--#Bridgeport CT
Smoke At GH
Firefighters are at Griffin Hospital at 130 Division Street for smoke on the second floor. It turned out to be burnt popcorn in a microwave which they are now ventilating. 2025-05-28@8:19pm--#Derby CT
Coyote Advisory
Coyote Advisory (Westport, CT) Westport Animal Control was notified of a coyote incident that occurred on Roseville Road in the area of Joanne Circle on 05/27/25 at approximately 10:00 p.m. A resident went outside with their dog and, unbeknownst to them, a coyote was standing near the wood line. The coyote approached and lunged at the dog, but the resident was able to run back inside before the dog and the coyote engaged with each other. To protect your family pets, take the following measures: Supervise your pets while they are out in the yard. While out at night with your pets, carry a powerful flashlight and keep tabs on your surroundings. Coyotes can be successfully hazed or driven away…
Bridgeport Public Schools and Bridgeport Rotary Club Launch Uniform Closet Initiative for Students Across the District
Bridgeport, CT — Bridgeport Public Schools, in partnership with the Bridgeport Rotary Club, announces the launch of a district-wide School Uniform Closet initiative. This program is designed to support students in need by providing access to school uniforms at no cost, reinforcing the district’s ongoing commitment to making students its number one priority. The initiative will begin with ten schools across the district: Barnum School, Cesar A. Batalla School, Classical Studies Academy, Wilbur Cross School, Dunbar School, Hallen School, Geraldine Claytor Magnet Academy, Luis Muñoz Marín School, Waltersville School, and Columbus School. “We recognize that students learn best when they are confident, comfortable, and prepared,” said Dr. Royce Avery, Interim Superintendent of Bridgeport Public Schools. “This partnership with the Bridgeport Rotary…
Possible Stabbing
Bridgeport Police investigate a possible stabbing at Brooks and Spring Street. 2025-05-27@4:51pm--#Bridgeport CT
2025 NEIGHBORHOOD ASSISTANCE ACT PROGRAM
Fairfield, CT – Notice is hereby provided that the Town of Fairfield will conduct a public hearing regarding the following applications that were received under the 2025 Neighborhood Assistance Act (NAA) Program: Fairfield Theatre Company – General Operating Support Fairfield Theatre Company – Energy Conservation Wakeman Boys & Girls Club – Energy Conservation The public hearing will be held in the 2nd Floor Conference Room of the Old Town Hall, located at 611 Old Post Road, on Tuesday, June 3rd, at 4:00 p.m. Those who are unable to attend in person may participate virtually by teleconference by contacting the office at (203) 256-3120 or via e-mail at cedoffice@fairfieldct.org to receive call-in instructions. The Town intends to present its final list…
Fire
Stratford firefighters were called to the 1400 block of South Avenue for a fire that was out on their arrival. EMS was called to check on a child and adult for smoke inhalation. 2025-05-27@11:30am--#Stratford CT-- #ctfire