Felon Arrested on Gun Charges
A city man faces gun charges after a motor vehicle stop Thursday evening. Just after 7 p.m., Officer Paul Scillia attempted to pull over a vehicle on Fairfield Avenue for a motor vehicle violation. Before the motorist stopped, Scillia observed him making furtive movements in his car. Scillia and Officers Adam Roscoe and Ivan Delgado spoke with the occupants and they stepped out of the vehicle. Police recovered a stolen handgun from the vehicle that the driver, Stephen Goins, 33, of Bridgeport, stated belonged to him. The passenger, his mother, was not charged. Goins, who is on parole, was charged with carrying a pistol without a permit, criminal possession of a firearm by a felon, theft of a firearm, and possession of a weapon in a…
Pursuit from Westport to Bridgeport Ends In Flames
VIDEO REPORT-- ©2014 DoingItLocal.com NOT FOR BROADCAST Internet use permissible with commercial pre-roll and watermarks remaining in the video at all times. Around 12:45 Monday morning State Police started following a Green Jeep headed northbound on I-95 near exit 17. They did not engage in pursuit until clearing traffic in Fairfield. Fairfield Police were called into the pursuit early on and officers were at the ready with spike strips at designated locations. Speeds never exceed 60 miles per hour. Police were successful on their first try with the spike strips and the Jeep got off the highway at exit 22. The driver led police down Grasmere Avenue then to the Circle. Police radios got quiet until the Jeep was on Kings…
Fairfield News: 4 Boats and Docks Damaged @ Southport Marina
Video Report--©2014 DoingItLocal.com NOT FOR BROADCAST Internet use permissible with commercial pre-roll and watermarks remaining in the video at all times. On 6/29/14 at 12:33 PM, the Fairfield 911 Center received a report of a boat on fire at “G” dock in the South Benson Marina complex. Additional 911 callers reported multiple boats on fire in the marina. Due to the additional reports and visible black smoke from miles away, additional firefighting units were called to the scene including the Fairfield police and fire department boats and mutual aid from Bridgeport. Upon arrival of the first firefighters from Engine 1, heavy smoke and fire were observed in the entire marina and firefighters saw a group of people trapped on the…
Derby Woman Arrested on Narcotics Charges
(Bridgeport, CT – June 26, 2014) – A Derby woman was charged with narcotics violations after a motor vehicle stop Wednesday in the city’s East Side. Officers Anthony Caiazzo and Keith Hanson pulled over a vehicle for motor vehicle violations. The driver, who is from Shelton, could not provide a valid insurance card. His passenger, Sharee Schiavone, 32, exhibited nervous behavior, and the two offered contradictory answers to officers’ questions. The area was known for drug activity. When Hanson asked the passenger if she had any needles or narcotics in her possession, Schiavone answered that she might have a needle in her purse. She also stated that she used narcotics. When Hanson asked if she had any narcotics in her possession, she reached into…
GOVERNOR MALLOY ANNOUNCES LAUNCH OF NEW CONNECTICUT ‘ANTIQUES TRAIL’ TO SHOWCASE DESTINATIONS AROUND THE STATE
Online Tourism Hub Will Connect Tourists and Residents With State’s Antiquing Community (Hartford, CT) – Governor Dannel P. Malloy and state Office of Tourism Director Randy Fiveash today announced the launch of the first-ever Connecticut Antiques Trail, a curated online guide to the finest antiquing experiences across the state. The Antiques Trail winds through historical and scenic Connecticut, representing all five regions – Fairfield, New Haven, Mystic, Hartford and Litchfield - and featuring collections of varying styles, periods and price ranges to satisfy all antique enthusiasts. “We launched the Connecticut Antiques Trail to create a more convenient way for residents and tourists alike to discover, explore and enjoy the very best destinations that the state’s antiquing community has to offer,” said Governor Malloy.…
GOV. MALLOY LAUNCHES “CONNECTICUT CORE INITIATIVE”
Pledges to Provide Resources to Public Schools, and Commits to Open Dialogue with Parents, Teachers, Administrators and Students (HARTFORD, CT) – Governor Dannel P. Malloy today announced the launch of the Connecticut Core Initiative to provide additional resources for public schools and a continued dialogue with parents, teachers, administrators, and students as districts work to implement the Common Core State Standards. The initiative is in response to the final report from the Educators’ Common Core Implementation Task Force, which lists specific recommendations for successful implementation of the Standards. “I’m proud of the path that we have taken in Connecticut, one that brought together teachers, parents and administrators for one common purpose – figuring out the best way to…
Black Rock Turnpike Closed Due To Man With Rifle Shooting
1:43pm--#cttraffic--#Fairfied CT-- Report of an elderly male with a rifle shooting animals at 3840 Black Rock Turnpike (Route 58). He has shot two animals at this time and has threatenening to take his own life. Police have Black Rock Turnpike blocked off. UPDATE-- The man is now in custody. Informe de un hombre de edad avanzada con un rifle disparando animales en 3840 Black Rock Turnpike (Ruta 58). Ha rodado dos animales en este momento y esta tratando de quitarse la vida. La policía tiene Black Rock Turnpike bloqueada. ACTUALIZACIÓN - El hombre está ahora bajo custodia. Há um idoso com um rifle atirando em animais na 3840 Black Rock Turnpike (Route 58). Ele disparou tiros contra dois animais até…
GOV. MALLOY ORGANIZES GROUP TO IMPROVE SERVICES FOR INDIVIDUALS WITH INTELLECTUAL AND DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES
(HARTFORD, CT) – Governor Dannel P. Malloy today announced that he is creating a working group to examine and improve the provision of services to members of the intellectual and developmental disabilities community. The Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD) Service Improvement Working Group will examine gaps in existing IDD services, and identify best practices and opportunities to improve provision of those services. “The State of Connecticut has committed significant resources to support individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families, and we strive to make the best and most efficient use of both state and federal funds,” said Governor Malloy. “Establishing a working group to examine best practices in the delivery of services will allow us…
Fairfield News: Motor Vehicle accident near the Merritt
12:32pm--#Fairfield CT #Cttraffic-- Report of a motor vehicle accident right off of the Merritt Parkway, on Congress Street near the exit 44 off ramp.