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Bridgeport

Bridgeport Police Investigate Fatal Huntington Turnpike Crash

May 17, 2026 Alex

On May 16, 2026, at approximately 8:45 pm Bridgeport Police were dispatched to the area of 1200 Huntington Turnpike on reports of a motor vehicle accident with injuries. Additional information came into the Bridgeport Emergency Operations Center indicating there was an accident between a car and a motorcycle with at least one unresponsive operator laying in the street. Medics and Bridgeport Firefighters arrived on scene and began rendering medical aid to three parties. Medics pronounced the operator of a motorized scooter deceased at the scene. That person has been identified as a 61-year-old Bridgeport man. When police arrived, they observed a severely damaged 2 door Mercedes Benz, a severely damaged motorized scooter, and the deceased operator of the scooter. Police…

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State News

Governor Lamont Launches Statewide CT250 Celebration Across Connecticut

May 16, 2026 Alex

GOVERNOR LAMONT ANNOUNCES CT250: CONNECTICUT’S STATEWIDE CELEBRATION OF AMERICAN INDEPENDENCE For a Full Calendar of CT250 Events, Visit 250inCT.com (HARTFORD, CT) – Governor Ned Lamont today joined state officials and community leaders to announce CT250, Connecticut’s statewide initiative to commemorate, celebrate, and reflect on the 250th anniversary of American independence. Announced at the historic Old State House in Hartford, CT250 will bring together communities across all of the state’s 169 municipalities through a dynamic calendar of events, immersive experiences, educational programs, and community-driven celebrations. “Moments like this remind us that history isn’t just something we look back on – it’s something we carry with us,” Governor Ned Lamont said. “Connecticut has a powerful story to tell as America marks its…

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Westport

Westport DPW Launches Recycling Education Campaign“No Bags, No Food, No Foam”

May 16, 2026 Alex

Westport, CT – The Department of Public Works (DPW) is asking Westport residents to help address the growing problem of recycling contamination. To raise awareness, the DPW is launching a campaign to educate residents on proper recycling practices. Six days a week, residents and private haulers bring recyclables to the Westport Transfer Station, where it is collected and transported to the Interstate Waste Materials Recovery Facility in Shelton, CT. There, it is sorted, then sold as commodities to manufacturers for reuse. While some materials arrive clean, dry, and loose, others do not. Containers filled with leftover food like strawberry jam or peanut butter, and cardboard boxes still packed with Styrofoam, are common issues. Small changes in how residents recycle can…

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Bridgeport

Bridgeport Police Warn Residents About Jury Duty Phone Scam

May 16, 2026 Alex

Bridgeport Police Warn Residents About Phone Scam The Bridgeport Police Department is warning residents about a phone scam in which the caller asks for money and identifies himself using the names of actual Bridgeport police officers. Potential victims are told they missed jury duty and are required to pay a $7,000 fine. They are given instructions on where to go to send the money. The calls are from fake numbers. The department received multiple complaints in the last week regarding the scam. The suspect has used the name of different officers. There were no cases reported in which anyone sent the money. The Bridgeport Police Department is advising residents it does not solicit money over the phone for any type…

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Bridgeport

Bridgeport Police Arrest Man After Narcotics Investigation

May 15, 2026 Alex

During March and April 2026, the Bridgeport Police Task Force, working collaboratively with the FBI, conducted a two-month investigation into the illegal sale of narcotics by 40-year-old, Joseph Moss, of Bridgeport. This investigation culminated in the successful issuance of search warrants for Joseph Moss, his vehicle, and his residence located on Olive Street in Bridgeport. The investigation was led by Detective Carlos Vazquez and Officer Kevin Bettini. On April 28, 2026, the Bridgeport Police Task Force executed the search warrants associated with this operation. Pursuant to the execution of those warrants, officers recovered an illegal 1911 firearm loaded with 10mm rounds, an additional loaded magazine containing 7 rounds of 9mm ammunition, and an additional 46 rounds of ammunition. The recovered…

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Westport

Westport Issues Traffic Advisory for Bloomin’ Metric Bicycle Tour

May 15, 2026 Alex

Traffic Advisory Incident Location: Westport Roads on east side of townIncident Date: 05/17/26Incident Time: 8:00 am – 2:00 pm Westport, CT — On Sunday, May 17, the Bloomin’ Metric Bicycle Tour will pass through Westport between 8:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. Residents and visitors should expect an increased number of cyclists on roads throughout town during this time. The Town of Westport advises all motorists to use caution, allow extra travel time, and remain alert when sharing the roadway with participants. Your cooperation will help ensure a safe and successful event for everyone involved.

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Bridgeport

Extra Space Storage Celebrates Grand Opening At Former Stop & Shop Site In Bridgeport

May 14, 2026 Alex

Extra Space Storage and PrimeSpace Capital celebrated the grand opening and ribbon cutting of a new self-storage facility at 2600 Madison Avenue in Bridgeport on Wednesday, May 13th. The project brings new life to the former Stop & Shop grocery store, a large North End property that had been vacant for about 10 years. What was once a dark and unused big-box store has now been redeveloped into a modern self-storage facility designed to serve residents, businesses, and customers throughout the area. The redevelopment transformed the former 69,000-square-foot grocery store into a 138,000-square-foot, Class A, fully climate-controlled self-storage facility. Representatives from Extra Space Storage and PrimeSpace Capital were on hand for the ceremony, which included a formal ribbon cutting and…

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State News

Attorney General Tong Announces Court Ruling Against Federal Tariffs

May 9, 2026 Alex

ATTORNEY GENERAL TONG WINS LAWSUIT AGAINST TRUMP ADMINISTRATION’S ILLEGAL TARIFFS Court of International Trade Invalidates Tariffs that are Increasing Prices and Inflicting Chaos on the American Economy Following Lawsuit Filed by 24 States (Hartford, CT) – Attorney General William Tong yesterday secured an order invalidating President Trump’s latest efforts to impose illegal tariffs on products purchased by American consumers and businesses. A federal court granted summary judgment in the lawsuit filed March 5 by 24 states, including Connecticut. “We just beat Donald Trump for the second time in the Court of International Trade to stop his illegal tariffs from inflicting needless chaos and costs on American families. We sued to block his first round of lawless tariffs and won 6-3…

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