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Stratford

Readers Theatre Showcase Set for Stratford Library

Jun 14, 2025 Alex

The Stratford Library and Square One Theatre Company have announced the schedule for the Readers Theatre Summer Showcase 2025. The annual series of live, staged readings of new and established plays will begin on Wednesday, June 18 and continue on seven evenings through July 30. All performances are free and open to the public.The festival opens June 18 with Job, a tense contemporary drama by Max Wolf Friedlich, starring Lynnette Victoria and Pat Leo. Other productions include The White Chip (June 26), Fatherland (July 3), Lady Jigsaw (July 10), Conversations with Mother (July 16), Left on Tenth (July 24), and Eureka Day (July 30).All performances will take place in the Stratford Library’s air-conditioned Lovell Room at 7:00 pm. Doors open…

Stratford

STRATFORD EMS AND BRIDGEPORT HOSPITAL LAUNCH LIFE-SAVING PREHOSPITAL BLOOD TRANSFUSION PROGRAM

Jun 13, 2025 Alex

Stratford, CT — Stratford EMS, in partnership with Bridgeport Hospital, is proud to announce the launch of a groundbreaking prehospital blood transfusion program — the first of its kind in the region. This innovative initiative, made possible under the leadership of Mayor Laura Hoydick and EMS Director Michael Loiz, brings hospital-level care directly to the streets of Stratford.The program equips Stratford EMS paramedics with the training and tools needed to administer blood transfusions before patients arrive at the hospital — a critical advancement proven to save lives in cases of severe trauma, internal bleeding, and medical emergencies.“With over 40% of Stratford residents over the age of 55, this program provides an essential safety net for our most vulnerable neighbors,” said…

Westport

Planned Protest for June 14th Will Cause Traffic Congestion

Jun 13, 2025 Alex

(Westport, CT) Westport Police were notified of a planned protest that will take place on the Ruth Steinkraus Cohen Bridge (Route 1) on June 14, 2025, beginning at 11:00 a.m. Organizers have alerted the Westport Police that several hundred people have signed up for the protest, but since this is a national protest, they are anticipating attendance to exceed 1000 people. Additionally, the Yankee Doodle Fair will start at 1:00 pm on the same day. Westport Police are advising the public that there will be heavy traffic congestion with possible road closures in the downtown corridor. We encourage motorists to find alternate routes. Westport Police will have a significant presence in the area to assist with both pedestrian and vehicular…

Norwalk

Norwalk DUI and Firearm Arrest After Traffic Stop

Jun 12, 2025 Alex

https://youtu.be/SxfgIdRNTKo During the morning hours of June 12, 2025, members of the Norwalk Police Department’s Traffic Unit were conducting traffic enforcement throughout the city as part of the department’s Summer Slowdown Days Initiative aimed at curbing speeding and aggressive driving in Norwalk. At 7:36 AM, Officer Equi was monitoring morning rush hour traffic along East Avenue when she observed a black Tesla traveling southbound fail to stop for a red traffic control signal at the intersection of East Avenue and Hendricks Avenue. The vehicle continued onto the I-95 southbound on-ramp without stopping. Officer Equi initiated a traffic stop, and during the course of her investigation determined that the driver, Kirk Thomas, age 29, of 296 Exeter Street, Bridgeport, CT, was…

Westport

Westport Dumpster Fire Contained Quickly on Hales Court

Jun 12, 2025 Alex

2025-06-12@11:27am--#Westport CT-- Westport firefighters responded to a dumpster fire about 8 feet from a residential structure on Hales Court. Engine 5 arrived to find a fully involved dumpster fire exposing the nearby home. Additional engines and the truck company were dispatched. Crews quickly established a water supply, cooled the residence, and extinguished the fire, preventing it from spreading to the building. The fire was brought under control within seven minutes of arrival. The Westport Fire Marshal’s office is investigating. WEMS, Westport Police, and Westport Housing also responded. No one was displaced and there were no injuries. The last fire unit cleared at 12:25pm.

Westport

Westport Police Remind Residents About Online/Telephone Scams

Jun 9, 2025 Alex

Recently, in a neighboring town, an elderly person withdrew a large sum of money and handed it over to an “agent” who showed up at their home. Please follow these simple tips before giving large sums of money to someone you do not know: Do not send or give any money or gift cards to an unknown person. Make contact with family who claim to be in danger prior to sending money, especially if the scam involves a claim about a family member. Trust your banking representatives if they try to intervene. Call the police if you feel that you are being scammed.

Bridgeport Valley

Bridgeport Man Held on $1.2M Bond in Stalking and Firearm Case

Jun 9, 2025 Alex

On June 5, 2025, Hippolito Rodriguez, age 52, of Bridgeport was arrested by warrant for six different incidents where he harassed and stalked an ex-girlfriend. The incidents took place from January to April of this year. Rodriguez was initially arrested last Wednesday, 5/28/2025, by the United States Marshalls Fugitive Task Force and the Bridgeport Police Department. Rodriguez was arrested on 5 failure to appear warrants for cases from Bridgeport, Connecticut State Police and Branford Police Department. In the Ansonia cases Hippolito Rodriguez was charged with 7 counts of Violation of Restraining Order, 7 counts of Stalking First Degree, 7 counts of Harassment Second Degree, 3 counts of Criminal Trespass First Degree, single counts of Burglary Third Degree with a Firearm,…

Valley

Ansonia Man Charged with Stealing Over $20K from Elderly Resident

Jun 8, 2025 Alex

On June 4, 2025, Harry Danley, age 55, of Ansonia was arrested by warrant for his involvement in a fraud and theft investigation. The conservator for an 85-year-old Ansonia resident reported the possible theft in March of 2025. The investigation showed numerous checks written to Danley dating back to 2020 totaling over $20,000.00 and there appeared to be no legitimate reason for the checks. Danley was charged with Larceny First Degree, he was released on a $35,000.00 bond with a court date of June 18, 2025 at Derby Superior Court.

Westport

Westport Police Remind Residents to Stay Vigilant in Locking Their Homes and Cars

Jun 8, 2025 Alex

(Westport, CT) Westport Police again remind residents to stay vigilant in locking their cars and homes. Westport Police investigated two (2) stolen vehicle reports yesterday where vehicles were left unlocked and keys in the vehicle. We had one (1) vehicle theft attempt and one call of suspicious people running from an open garage and fleeing the area in a stolen vehicle. Further, Westport Police investigated a hit and run motor vehicle accident at Easton Road and North Ave where one of these stolen cars crashed into another vehicle and fled. Thankfully, there were no injuries reported in the crash. Those responsible for stealing these cars have no regard for your property or your safety. Please lock your homes and vehicles,…

Stratford

PARADISE GREEN FARMERS MARKET RETURNS JUNE 16 IN STRATFORD

Jun 8, 2025 Alex

Stratford, Connecticut (May 30, 2025) -- The most anticipated Paradise Green Farmers Market is back for another vibrant season, kicking off Monday, June 16 and continuing every Monday from 2–6 p.m. at 121 Huntington Road, Stratford, CT. Hosted on the rich lawn of Paradise Green, the weekly market will feature a variety of fresh fruits and vegetables, local meats, eggs, bread, honey, maple syrup, olive oil, crafts, and more. Residents are encouraged to bring a reusable bag and support the wide range of local farmers, artisans, and vendors. “We are so happy to welcome back the Paradise Green Farmers Market for the season. It’s more than just a place to shop — it’s a fun and positive way Stratford supports…

Readers Theatre Showcase Set for Stratford Library

STRATFORD EMS AND BRIDGEPORT HOSPITAL LAUNCH LIFE-SAVING PREHOSPITAL BLOOD TRANSFUSION PROGRAM

Planned Protest for June 14th Will Cause Traffic Congestion

Norwalk DUI and Firearm Arrest After Traffic Stop

Westport Dumpster Fire Contained Quickly on Hales Court

Westport Police Remind Residents About Online/Telephone Scams

Bridgeport Man Held on $1.2M Bond in Stalking and Firearm Case

Ansonia Man Charged with Stealing Over $20K from Elderly Resident

Westport Police Remind Residents to Stay Vigilant in Locking Their Homes and Cars

PARADISE GREEN FARMERS MARKET RETURNS JUNE 16 IN STRATFORD

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