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BLUMENTHAL, HIRONO, & MARKEY INTRODUCE BOSS & SWIFT ACT TO PROTECT CONSUMERS FROM PREDATORY TICKET SELLERS & FEES

Oct 3, 2023 Alex

Legislation would bring give concertgoers & sports fans transparency about the marketing, distribution, and pricing of tickets [WASHINGTON, DC] – Today, U.S. Senators Richard Blumenthal (D-CT), Mazie Hirono (D-MA), and Edward J. Markey (D-MA) introduced the BOSS and SWIFT Act, legislation to protect consumers from unfair and deceptive practices in the primary and secondary ticket marketplaces. Named after Bruce Springsteen, Taylor Swift, and fans of other artists and teams who have faced outrageous prices, long wait times, site crashes, and other disruptions, the legislation would require sellers to be transparent about base prices, added fees, the distribution of tickets, and refund policies. “This measure will be a major step toward stopping all the hidden fees and exorbitant prices that have plagued concertgoers…

Stratford

AQUARION SCHEDULES OUTAGES AFFECTING MAIN STREET, WOODEND ROAD AREA ON OCTOBER 3RD, 11PM – 7AM

Oct 3, 2023 Alex

Aquarion will conduct a valve replacement in the area of Main Street and Woodend Road on October 3, 2023, from approximately 11 PM to 7 AM. Residents and businesses within the 900 through 1300 blocks of Main Street and where Main Street and Woodend Road intersect are expected to be affected directly. Per Aquarion’s alert, the Town of Stratford advises that, during and after the outage event, some residents may experience discolored water. Aquarion recommends to delay laundry washing and use stored water for drinking and cooking during this time. Prior to resuming use for these purposes, run your cold-water faucet until the water runs clear. Visit www.aquarionwater.com/alerts for outage updates. If you have any questions, please reach out to…

State News

GOVERNOR LAMONT ANNOUNCES BOND COMMISSION SET TO APPROVE $25 MILLION FOR NEW VOTING MACHINES

Oct 2, 2023 Alex

(HARTFORD, CT) – Governor Ned Lamont today announced that the Connecticut State Bond Commission will vote at its upcoming meeting to approve an allocation of $25 million that will be used to purchase new ballot-counting tabulators for use in elections and primaries statewide. The equipment will replace Connecticut’s existing voting machines, which are used at every polling place in the state to tabulate the choices that voters make on their paper ballots. The governor, who serves as chair of the commission and sets its meeting agendas, said that he is recommending the members to approve the funding because the existing machines, which were first put into use in 2006, are beginning to show signs of aging and should be replaced…

Bridgeport

BRIDGEPORT POLICE DEPARTMENT – ELDER FINANCIAL EXPLOITATION – ARREST OF LESLIE VINSON FOR LARCENY IN THE 1ST DEGREE

Oct 1, 2023 Alex

On September 22, 2023, 60-year-old Leslie Vinson of Bridgeport CT turned herself into the Bridgeport Police Department where she was served with an arrest warrant charging her with Larceny in the 1st Degree. Leslie Vinson was given the status of Power of Attorney for an elderly relative. That relative suffers from Frontotemporal dementia and is severely cognitively impaired. A forensic audit of the victim's finances was conducted, and the case was transferred to the Chief State's Attorney for criminal prosecution. This case was assigned to Assistant State's Attorney Jonathan Lewin and Bridgeport Police Detective Jeremy Kelly. The criminal investigation showed that Vinson neglected the victim's basic needs such as personal hygiene. She did not ensure the relatives living conditions were sanitary. Vinson neglected to pay the victim's bills. Instead, she knowingly and intentionally exploited the victim financially. Vinson depleted the victim's life savings by writing and endorsing checks to herself, her family members, and a personal business…

Fairfield

Fairfield Chamber of Commerce Hosts Annual Fairfield Harvest Market & Pet Pantry Halloween Costume Dog Parade October 14th

Sep 30, 2023 Alex

The Fairfield Chamber of Commerce is very happy to announce, that its annual fall“Fairfield Harvest Market & Halloween Costume Dog Parade”, will be held on the OldTown Hall Green, (corner of Old Post Road and Beach Road) on Saturday, October 14 th ,from 10am-4pm. The Fairfield Chamber of Commerce heralds the start of the fall season by welcomingclothiers, jewelers, artisans, and others, to the historic Old Town Hall green, to displaytheir products and items to the public. Featuring more than 70+ well-known and unique retail vendors, shoppers will happily look around and have an opportunity to buy anendless array of fun and beautiful items. From food items like local honey and BBQsauce to rustic furniture and Adirondack chairs, shoppers will…

Westport

one-car motor vehicle crash on Cross Highway

Sep 29, 2023 Alex

On September 30, 2022 at approximately 11:30 PM, Westport Police responded to a one-car motor vehicle crash on Cross Highway in the area of #188. Responding Officers located the crash and found the operator, Sholah Weinbaum of Westport, CT, aged 61 at the time, seated in the driver seat. Upon interaction, the investigating officer began speaking with Ms. Weinbaum and it was apparent she was allegedly operating the motor vehicle while potentially under the influence. Notable observations included her slurred speech, the distinct odor of an alcoholic beverage, and her inability to recount how the crash happened. She was subsequently transported to the hospital. Following a thorough investigation, an arrest warrant was issued. On September 22, 2023, Ms. Weinbaum surrendered…

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Two Cars In Water

Sep 29, 2023 Alex

5:50pm -- #Bridgeport CT -- Report of two cars that got trapped in the flood waters at East Ave and Bishop Ave in Bridgeport. All occupants have been safely extracted from the cars at this time.

Bridgeport

CITY OF BRIDGEPORT AWARDED $22 MILLION FROM

Sep 28, 2023 Alex

THE COMMUNITY INVESTMENT FUND FOR DEMOLITION AND ABATEMENT OF THE DECOMMISSIONED PSEG COAL PLANT THE STATE OF CONNECTICUT AWARDS BRIDGEPORT THE LARGEST COMMUNITY INVESTMENT FUND GRANT TO DATE Bridgeport, CT— Today, the State of Connecticut Community Investment Fund (“CIF”) 2030 Board approved the City of Bridgeport’s full request of $22 million for the demolition and abatement of the decommissioned PSEG Harbor Station coal plant. This is by far the largest CIF grant that has been awarded to date. In January, Mayor Ganim convened a working group of federal, state and local officials to work with PSEG on a plan for the future of the decommissioned plant. After several months of conversation with these stakeholders, the Ganim Administration put together a CIF…

Norwalk

Norwalk Stabbing Arrest

Sep 27, 2023 Alex

On September 17, 2023 at approximately 2:02 PM, Norwalk Combined Dispatch received a 911 callstating that a male was stabbed in front of 23 Ely Avenue.Multiple officers responded to the area to provide emergency medical aid and to look for the suspect.Upon their arrival to the scene, officers were quickly able to provide medical assistance to thevictim, who was stabbed on the right side of his abdomen. As an officer tended to the victim, otherofficers were able to locate the suspect, Jose Luis Pineda-Rodrigues, in close proximity. Officerswere able to locate a crime scene and Norwalk Detectives assumed the investigation.The victim was transported to Norwalk Hospital for treatment to his injuries.Anyone who witnessed the incident or has any information is…

Norwalk

Shooting Incident

Sep 26, 2023 Alex

On September 16, 2023, at 10:12 p.m. Norwalk Combined Dispatch received a 911 callregarding a person who had been shot at 261 Ely Avenue. Patrol Division Officers arrived withintwo-minutes and located two victims. Officers provided medical aid to a male victim who hadbeen shot in the back, and a female victim who had been shot in the arm. Both victims weretransported by ambulance to Norwalk Hospital. A third victim, who sustained a gunshot injury tothe foot arrived at Norwalk Hospital by private vehicle a short time later. Detectives assumed theinvestigation and the Crime Scene Unit processed the scene for evidence. Anyone who witnessedthe incident or has any information is asked to contact Detective Taylor at (203) 854-3183 orLTaylor@norwalkct.gov. Anonymous tips…

BLUMENTHAL, HIRONO, & MARKEY INTRODUCE BOSS & SWIFT ACT TO PROTECT CONSUMERS FROM PREDATORY TICKET SELLERS & FEES

AQUARION SCHEDULES OUTAGES AFFECTING MAIN STREET, WOODEND ROAD AREA ON OCTOBER 3RD, 11PM – 7AM

GOVERNOR LAMONT ANNOUNCES BOND COMMISSION SET TO APPROVE $25 MILLION FOR NEW VOTING MACHINES

BRIDGEPORT POLICE DEPARTMENT – ELDER FINANCIAL EXPLOITATION – ARREST OF LESLIE VINSON FOR LARCENY IN THE 1ST DEGREE

Fairfield Chamber of Commerce Hosts Annual Fairfield Harvest Market & Pet Pantry Halloween Costume Dog Parade October 14th

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CITY OF BRIDGEPORT AWARDED $22 MILLION FROM

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