Month: May 2025

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 for arraignment

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 using noise (high-decibel whistle or air horn) or thrown objects (balls, sticks, rocks).
  • If you are walking a small pet and see a coyote, pick the pet up. Any time you are with your pet and see a coyote, give them a wide berth. You should gradually retreat but maintain situational awareness (keep eyes on) and be assertive and noisy (yelling or using a whistle).
  • While at home, a fenced enclosure is the best way to prevent unexpected wildlife encounters. Deer fences are designed to keep out deer but do a poor job of excluding smaller species like coyotes. Coyotes and other animals can often slip under deer fences.
  • Motion-sensitive lights can help alert homeowners to wild intruders at night and can help deter coyotes.
  • Pets smaller than 30 pounds are at serious risk from coyotes, but coyotes will tussle with larger pets on occasion. Even larger pets will benefit from supervision.
  • It is important to remember that coyotes can be active day or night.

Coyotes are now found throughout North America. They are an adaptable and opportunistic canid. Statistically, they pose very little risk to humans. There have been only two recorded fatal attacks by coyotes on humans in the last 100 years in North America. But as we know, they do pose a risk to our pets.

Resources:

  • U.S. Navy-issue 130-decibel Storm Whistle
  • Frontiersman 130-decibel Bear Horn
  • Mace-brand Canine Repellent

For further information, feel free to contact Westport Animal Control at (203) 341-6011.

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 Club is a reflection of our shared belief that every student deserves the opportunity to succeed—without barriers.” 

The Uniform Closet program will ensure that students in participating schools have access to new uniforms throughout the school year. The goal is to relieve financial pressure on families and promote equity among students. 

“Service is at the heart of what we do,” said Kim McGinnis President of the Bridgeport Rotary Club. “Partnering with Bridgeport Public Schools to support this initiative aligns with our mission to uplift our local community, especially our youth.” 

Bridgeport Public Schools is grateful for the collaboration and support from community partners who recognize the importance of removing obstacles to education. Plans to expand the Uniform Closet to more schools are under consideration as the program grows. 

For more information or to contribute to the Uniform Closet, please contact communications@bridgeportedu.net. 

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 of proposed NAA programs to the Representative Town Meeting (RTM) at its meeting on Monday, June 23rd. The public may review a description of the proposed activities [here]. Further information about the NAA program may be obtained by calling the Office of Community & Economic Development at (203) 256-3120 or via email at mbarnhart@fairfieldct.org.

The Neighborhood Assistance Act Program is administered by the State Department of Revenue Services (DRS) and enables businesses to claim a State tax credit for cash contributions made to qualifying community programs conducted by tax-exempt or municipal agencies. There are no Town funds involved. More information about the NAA Program may be obtained at www.ct.gov/drs.

Any individual with a disability who requires assistance to participate in these meetings, including access to TDD, should contact Peter Ritchey, ADA coordinator, at (203) 256-3077, at least five (5) days before the meeting if possible.

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