Structure Fire!
Report of a fire on the second story of a home in the 200 block of Pasadena Place in Bridgeport. Firefighters are on scene confirming the fire and are currently putting it out at this time.
Bus Fire On The Highway
Report of a bus fire around Exit 10 I-95 Northbound with multiple people trapped. At this time first responders are on scene, nobody is currently trapped in the bus, and they are treating those injured and are currently putting out the fire.
Stratford Library Teen February Programs
2/2-2/27: Blind Date with a Book GiveawayTake your chances and go on a blind date…with a book! All month long you can pick a free book and also get a sweet treat. Grades 8-12. No registration required. Location: Teen Department. 2/2-2/27: Black History MonthStop by the Teen Department any time all month long & create your own BHM inspired beaded bracelet. We have really cool wood & glass beads & all the supplies you need to design a piece you will be proud to wear. Grades 6-12. No registration required. Location: Teen Department. 2/7: 11:00 am-12:00 pm: Crochet ClubDo you know how to crochet or have you wanted to learn how? Then we would love for you to join us.…
Structure Fire!
Report of a fire on Benson Street in Milford. Firefighters arrived on scene to discover a fire in the rear. They quickly knocked down the bulk of the fire and are currently looking for extensions.
Due to the impending snow storm, Mayor Tyszka has order a full parking ban for the City of Ansonia.
Beginning at 7:00 p.m. on Saturday January 24, 2026 until 11:00 p.m. Monday January 26, 2026 no cars are allowed to park on city streets. Cars parked on the street during this time will be towed at the owner’s expense. During the storm, all city parking lots including Nolan Field and Board of Education lots will be open for resident parking. Vehicles parked in the school lots should be removed by Monday night as the roads are cleared.
GOVERNOR LAMONT ADVISES MOTORISTS TO AVOID TRAVEL SUNDAY DUE TO MAJOR WINTER STORM
Motorists Reminded To Avoid Crowding Snowplows and Take Extra Precautions During Hazardous Weather Conditions WATCH: Governor Lamont’s 12PM news briefing today (HARTFORD, CT) – Governor Ned Lamont is strongly encouraging motorists to avoid travel on Connecticut roads on Sunday, January 25, 2026, due to a major winter storm that is anticipated to impact the state throughout the day and leading into the following morning. Anyone who must travel is urged to drive cautiously and allow snow removal crews the space needed to safely clear the roads. Governor Lamont and the state’s emergency management and transportation teams are closely monitoring weather forecasts ahead of the storm. The latest forecast indicates a significant amount of snow will impact the entire state that could…
Mayor Ganim Declares Snow Emergency, Parking Ban for City of Bridgeport Beginning at 6:00 AM Saturday, January 24th to 11:59 PM Monday, January 26th
City Also Activates Cold Weather Protocol from January 23, 2026, to 12:00 PM Wednesday, January 27, 2026; Storm Predicted to Bring 12-18” of Heavy Snow Bridgeport, CT – In anticipation of the pending snowfall due to impact, Mayor Ganim is declaring a snow emergency for the city to take effect at 6:00 AM Saturday, January 24th to 11:59 PM Monday, January 26th. A cold weather protocol will also be in effect from 12:00 PM Friday, January 23rd to 12:00 PM Wednesday, January 28th. During a snow emergency, residents must move their cars off posted snow emergency streets and heed alternate side of street parking on all other streets. Snow emergency streets are marked with white signs with red lettering. A…
Cold Weather Protocol activated for the State; Westport Warming Centers Listed
Westport officials are monitoring a major winter storm expected to impact the area beginning Sunday morning, January 25, bringing heavy snowfall and dangerous travel conditions through Monday. Forecast models call for 12 to 18 inches of snow across Southern New England, with gusty winds of 20 to 30 mph that could cause blowing snow and near-zero visibility on roadways. At the same time, Governor Ned Lamont has activated Connecticut’s Severe Cold Weather Protocol beginning Friday afternoon, January 23, through Wednesday, January 28, as extremely cold air moves into the state. Overnight temperatures are expected to fall into the single digits, with wind chills below zero that could become life-threatening for anyone exposed to the elements for extended periods. “This storm…
Stratford Police Seek Public’s Help Locating Multiple Wanted Narcotics Suspects
The Stratford Police Department’s Narcotics, Vice and Intelligence Unit is continuing to focus its efforts within the Success Avenue corridor neighborhoods. Intelligence gathering and attempting to interdict street level narcotics transactions has led the NVI Unit to seek the public’s assistance in locating the following persons, who are all wanted on outstanding arrest warrants. Orlando Skaarva (02-21-1992) is a convicted felon, who is wanted on five outstanding arrest warrants. The Stratford Police Department, the Milford Police Department and the New Haven Police Department all hold outstanding active arrest warrants for Orlando Skaarva. He is wanted for both Narcotics and Domestic Violence related offenses. Scott Frederick Gordon (07-06-1975) is wanted on four outstanding arrest warrants. The Stratford Police Department, the Bridgeport…
Stratford Police Make Drug Arrests Near Success Avenue Following Neighborhood Complaints
The Stratford Police Department’s Narcotics, Vice & Intelligence Unit continues to investigate and address persistent community complaints regarding suspected narcotics activity in neighborhoods near the Success Avenue corridor, including the Stonybrook Condominium Complex and Success Village Housing Complex. Residents have reported that ongoing drug activity has negatively affected their daily quality of life, prompting sustained enforcement efforts in the area. On January 16, 2026, the unit conducted targeted operations that resulted in two arrests. Joseph Villafane, a convicted felon, was charged with Failure to Appear in the First Degree, Illegal Possession of Narcotics 3rd Offense, and Illegal Possession of Crack/Cocaine 3rd Offense, along with additional failure-to-appear charges from other agencies, and is being held on bonds totaling $460,000 with a…