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Norwalk

Norwalk Detectives Arrest Suspect in Financial Crimes Investigation

In October 2025, the Norwalk Police Department Detective Bureau began a financial crimes investigation involving a company that was the victim of a business email compromise scam. The scam caused changes in bank wiring instructions and the diversion of a large sum of money to a bank in Washington rather than to the contractor's bank account. Through a lengthy investigation, multiple search and seizure warrants, and working closely with the contractor and multiple banks, a suspect was identified as Matthew Patterson. The majority of the funds were frozen, seized, and returned. An arrest warrant was obtained for Matthew Patterson. Patterson had multiple addresses around the country as well as an Oregon driver's license. Patterson was ultimately located in upstate New…

State News

BLUMENTHAL & TRAN INTRODUCE BILL TO PROTECT VETERANS’ DISABILITY BENEFITS

Mar 21, 2026 Alex

Lawmakers’ Ingram Veterans’ Benefits Protection Act will ensure veterans who take medication for their service-connected disability receive their full benefits [WASHINGTON, D.C.] – Senate Veterans’ Affairs Committee Ranking Member Richard Blumenthal (D-CT) and U.S. Representative Derek Tran (D-CA) introduced the Carlton H. Ingram Veterans’ Benefits Protection Act—legislation to protect veterans’ disability benefits following an attempt from the Trump Administration to reduce benefits for veterans who rely on medications to manage their service-connected disabilities. Their legislation would require the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to award compensation benefits based on the true severity of veterans’ disabilities, particularly when evidence indicates claimed disabilities are more severe during fare ups or without the use of medication. “Veterans should never have to choose between taking life-improving medication or losing their earned…

Bridgeport

Statement from Interim Superintendent Dr. Royce Avery on Proposed State Funding for Schools

Mar 20, 2026 Alex

Redirecting between $100 million and $150 million in state funding to local school districts by scaling back the rebate program is a significant step in the right direction for our students and our community. The strong focus on increasing education funding is meaningful, appreciated, and reflects a clear recognition of the needs facing our schools. For districts like Bridgeport, additional funding means more direct support in our classrooms, stronger academic programs, and a greater ability to meet the needs of every student we serve. It helps us continue the important work already underway and strengthens our ability to provide students with the opportunities they deserve. We are sincerely grateful to House Speaker Matthew Ritter, State Representative Christopher Rosario, and members…

Bridgeport

Bridgeport Police Seize 105 Pounds Of Cannabis

Mar 18, 2026 Alex

On Friday, March 13, 2026, in a coordinated effort, the Bridgeport Police Department’s Narcotics and Vice Division, together with the DEA Bridgeport Field Office, The Bridgeport Fire Inspectors Office, and the Bridgeport Building Department, executed a search and seizure warrant at 51 Boston Avenue, operating as Dubai High Tobacco & Vape. During the operation, officers successfully seized approximately 105 lbs. of Cannabis and THC related products, addressing ongoing concerns through the city of Bridgeport as it relates to the illegal sale of cannabis and THC related products by smoke shop establishments. Officers also seized $6,788.00 Us currency believed to be proceeds from the illegal sale of Cannabis / THC products. This is the second successful seizure from this establishment in the last year. On November 10, 2025, The Bridgeport Police Narcotics and Vice Division, in collaboration with our state…

Norwalk

Norwalk Patrol Officers Arrest Four Robbery Suspects

Mar 18, 2026 Alex

On March 15, 2026, at 3:11 AM, Norwalk Patrol Officers were dispatched to the area of Raymond Street and Day Street on a report of a robbery. Upon arrival, officers spoke with the victim, who reported that he had been robbed of his firearm by two males who brandished firearms during the incident. Officers on scene broadcast descriptions of the suspects to responding units. The investigation revealed that the victim had been in his vehicle with two individuals, identified as Princess Garcia and Natalie Deflorio, whom he had met through Facebook. During the encounter, Garcia exited the vehicle, at which time two male suspects carried out the robbery. Garcia and Deflorio then fled the scene with the suspects. Patrol officers…

Milford

Today’s Car Fire is on the highway

Mar 16, 2026 Alex

Report of a car fire on I-95 by exit 39B Southbound in Milford. First responders are now on scene and establishing the situation.

Bridgeport Stratford

Mayor Ganim and Mayor Chess Issue Joint Testimony in Support of H.B. 5500; Seek to Refund Tax Interest Payments to Success Village

Mar 15, 2026 Alex

Bridgeport & Stratford, CT – Today, Bridgeport Mayor Joseph Ganim and Stratford Mayor David Chess issued a unified call for state legislative action to provide financial relief to the more than 920 families residing at the Success Village housing cooperative. In joint written testimony submitted to the Connecticut General Assembly’s Planning and Development Committee, the two Mayors voiced their strong support for House Bill 5500: An Act Concerning a Waiver of Interest on Certain Delinquent Municipal Property Taxes. The bill seeks to refund tax interest and penalties accrued since July 1, 2022—costs incurred not by the residents themselves, but by documented financial mismanagement that left the cooperative in a state of crisis. "The residents of Success Village are the victims of this mismanagement, not…

Stratford

STRATFORD’S ST. PATRICK’S DAY FESTIVITIES SET FOR MARCH 17

Mar 15, 2026 Alex

Irish Flag will be raised, Soda Bread Contest and Irish Mayor for the Day Named STRATFORD, Conn. – March 11, 2026 – This year’s St. Patrick’s Day festivities at Town Hall will begin at 9:00 AM on Tuesday, March 17, with the raising of the Irish flag ceremony on the green in front of Town Hall. The ceremony will include performances from the Brennan Lucey Irish Dance Academy. Mayor David Chesswill present this year’s Irish Mayor for the Day, Ron Nelson, who is a Stratford resident and the President of Stratford Old Timers Athletic Association. The Stratford Old Timers Athletic Association has been a community partner for over 55 years and consistently gives back to the community. The day’s events will also feature the customary Irish Soda Bread…

Bridgeport

Mayor Ganim Announces Additional $10 Million to the Bridgeport Public Schools in the Next 2 Years

Mar 14, 2026 Alex

Ganim Joins Call for ECS Reform Bridgeport, CT – Today, Mayor Joseph Ganim announced a major component of his upcoming budget proposal, a plan to increase the City’s annual contribution to the Bridgeport Public Schools by $10 million over the next two fiscal years. In an op-ed submitted to the Connecticut Post, Mayor Ganim also called on the state to raise the foundation amount of Connecticut’s Education Cost Sharing (ECS) formula to adjust with inflation. The state has not increased that base level of funding per child since 2013. “For far too long, Connecticut’s school funding system has failed cities like Bridgeport and the 19,000 students we serve,” stated Mayor Ganim. “Our children are just as talented and deserving as any in…

State News

Blumenthal & Kelly introduce bill to Immediately Lower Gas Prices at the Pump

Mar 14, 2026 Alex

[Hartford, CT] – U.S. Senators Richard Blumenthal (D-Conn.) and Mark Kelly (D-Ariz.) introduced the Gas Prices Relief Act to lower gas prices by temporarily suspending the 18.4 cents-per-gallon federal gas tax through October 1, 2026, providing much-needed relief for families in Connecticut and across the country who rely on their cars to get to work, school, and run everyday errands. “This legislation temporarily suspends the federal gas tax, lowering high gas prices squeezing consumers and bringing much needed financial relief to American families,” said Senator Blumenthal. “Trump’s war of choice with Iran is driving up gas prices across the country—and Americans shouldn’t have to bear the additional economic burden of Trump’s reckless decision making. With the Gas Prices Relief Act, we address rising costs…

Norwalk Detectives Arrest Suspect in Financial Crimes Investigation

BLUMENTHAL & TRAN INTRODUCE BILL TO PROTECT VETERANS’ DISABILITY BENEFITS

Statement from Interim Superintendent Dr. Royce Avery on Proposed State Funding for Schools

Bridgeport Police Seize 105 Pounds Of Cannabis

Norwalk Patrol Officers Arrest Four Robbery Suspects

Today’s Car Fire is on the highway

Mayor Ganim and Mayor Chess Issue Joint Testimony in Support of H.B. 5500; Seek to Refund Tax Interest Payments to Success Village

STRATFORD’S ST. PATRICK’S DAY FESTIVITIES SET FOR MARCH 17

Mayor Ganim Announces Additional $10 Million to the Bridgeport Public Schools in the Next 2 Years

Blumenthal & Kelly introduce bill to Immediately Lower Gas Prices at the Pump

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