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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…

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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…

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GOV. MALLOY: STATEWIDE EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS EXERCISE ENHANCES COORDINATION, COMMUNICATION AND PLANNING

  Two-Day Exercise Simulated a Category 1 Hurricane     (HARTFORD, CT) – Governor Dannel P. Malloy today said that the statewide emergency preparedness exercise that concluded today allowed the state, local municipalities, utility companies and the private sector to enhance readiness and disaster preparedness, including mass care planning, in advance of the Connecticut’s hurricane season.   “This year’s exercise brought all of the state’s partners together to prepare for the types of storms and other emergencies that are inevitable but whose impact we have a responsibility to counteract to the greatest extent possible,” said Governor Malloy.  “Most importantly, the exercise enhanced coordination, communication and planning between stakeholders, with a focus on addressing the needs of our most at-risk populations. …

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Firefighters Rescue Woman During Afternoon Fire

(Bridgeport, CT – June 20, 2014) – Firefighters rescued a woman from a smoky, third-floor balcony today during a fire at 97 White St. Firefighters responded to the location at 12:40 p.m. and encountered fire coming from the second-floor of the building and a woman on the third-floor balcony with smoke pouring up around her. According to Assistant Fire Chief William Hathaway, firefighters entered the building and quickly made their way to the third floor. They evacuated the woman through a rear staircase. She was treated at the scene for smoke inhalation and later checked out at the hospital, he said. The fire was contained to the second floor of the building and remains under investigation. About 30 firefighters responded to battle the…

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GOV. MALLOY: MANUFACTURER WILL PURCHASE LAST TEXTILE MILL IN EASTERN CONNECTICUT AND CREATE 38 NEW JOBS

(STAFFORD) - Governor Dannel P. Malloy today announced American Woolen Company, Inc. is in the process of purchasing Warren Corporation’s operations and assets in Stafford Springs, which is one of the last working textile mills in Eastern Connecticut. The project will result in the creation of 38 Connecticut-based jobs over the next two years. “The Warren Mills site is a reminder of the vital role our state and residents played in the emergence of the country’s vibrant manufacturing industry. To this day, it continues to be one of the most significant cultural, historical, and economic assets you will find in Eastern Connecticut,” said Governor Malloy. “It is a no-brainer for the state to support this project when you consider that this…

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Detectives Attempt to Identify Robbery Suspect

(Bridgeport, CT – June 20, 2014) – Detectives are seeking the public’s help in identifying an armed robber who held up a Wood Avenue restaurant Thursday evening. The Subway sandwich shop, at 1552 Wood Ave., was held up by a white or Hispanic male at approximately 7:30 p.m. The suspect approached the counter near the cash register and began inquiring about a job. The employee behind the counter was giving the suspect information when the suspect pulled his hand out of his pocket, gesturing that he had a gun, and demanded money. The suspect had a gray and white, non-skid sock covering his hand. The suspect fled with a small amount of cash. Anyone with information pertaining to this suspect is asked to contact Detective…

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