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Fairfield

Enjoy the Fairfield Sidewalk Sale & Street Fair

Jul 15, 2024 Alex

Saturday, July 20 - 10:00am-4:00pm, Rain or ShineShopping, Food, Music and More! The Town of Fairfield’s Office of Community & Economic Development wishes to remind the public that the Fairfield Sidewalk Sale & Street Fair will take place on Saturday, July 20, 2024, from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., rain or shine. Select merchants will offer advance sales of discount merchandise beginning on Thursday, July 18th. Over 50 vendors are expected to participate in Fairfield Center, setting up stands and offering a variety of merchandise for sale along the Post Road from Coco & Company in Southport to the Heritage Square Shopping Center to the Promenade at the Brick Walk. Admission to the event, which is being co-sponsored by the…

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Stratford Uncategorized

Stratford Library Events in the Second Half of July

Jul 14, 2024 Alex

Summer Storytimes: Summer storytimes continue through July, with various sessions including Music Time, Preschool Storytimes, and Baby Lapsit. Children’s Craft Table: Weekly summer crafts with teen volunteers continue throughout July (closed July 4). The craft table is open Monday-Thursday, 10am-12pm and 2pm-6:30pm, and Fridays from 10am-12pm. Book Scientists: Book Scientist kits with the theme "National Parks" will be available on July 26. Registration is required. Stomp Rockets: A Stomp Rockets program for ages 6-10 will be held on Wednesday, July 17, at 2pm. Registration is required. Kindness Club: The Kindness Club meets on Thursday, July 18, at 4pm for ages 6-11. Registration is required. Stuffed Animal Sleepover & Picnic: Drop off stuffed animals on Tuesday, July 23, from 4:30-6:30pm and…

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Bridgeport

Mayor Ganim and The City of Bridgeport Emergency Operations Activate Cooling Center Protocol from 12:00 PM July 14, 2024 Until 8:00 PM July 17, 2024

Jul 13, 2024 Alex

Bridgeport, CT – The Bridgeport EOC in conjunction with Mayor Ganim advises all residents to take caution and seek refuge in cooling centers during normal business hours. Residents may utilize any of the locations listed below to seek shelter during periods of heat and increased health risk for those who have asthma. Residents are encouraged to stay hydrated and avoid strenuous activity during the heat. Homeless communities may also visit shelters to seek refuge during the air quality advisory by calling 211. Connecticut’s Extreme Hot Weather Protocol to be activated effective 12:00 p.m. Sunday , July 14, 2024, and remaining in effect through 8:00 p.m. on Wednesday, July 17, 2024 Cooling Centers: Senior Centers (Open weekdays only) Black Rock Senior…

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Norwalk

Norwalk News: Middle School Teacher Arrested in Sexual Assault of a Minor Case

Jul 12, 2024 Alex

On April 30, 2024, the Norwalk Police Department received a complaint regarding a Norwalk Public School employee allegedly having an inappropriate relationship with a student. The Norwalk Police Department Special Victims Unit assumed the investigation. During the investigation, it was determined that Luisa Melchionne, a Nathan Hale Middle School Guidance Counselor, was sexually involved with a male student. An arrest warrant was issued for Melchionne, and she was arrested without incident. Melchionne, 47 years old, is no longer employed by the Norwalk Public Schools. She was arrested on July 11, 2024, and charged with Sexual Assault 2nd degree and two counts of Risk of Injury to a Minor. Her bond was set at $500,000.

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State News

GOVERNOR LAMONT ACTIVATES EXTREME HOT WEATHER PROTOCOL FROM SUNDAY TO WEDNESDAY

Jul 12, 2024 Alex

Cooling Centers Are Open and Can be Located by Calling 2-1-1 or Visiting 211ct.org (HARTFORD, CT) – Governor Ned Lamont today announced that as another heat wave is expected to approach Connecticut in the coming days, he is directing Connecticut’s Extreme Hot Weather Protocol to be activated effective at 12:00 p.m. on Sunday, July 14, 2024, and remaining in effect through 8:00 p.m. on Wednesday, July 17, 2024. The purpose of the protocol is to ensure that the most vulnerable populations receive protection from the severe hot weather conditions. While enacted, a system is set up for state agencies, municipalities, and other partners to coordinate with United Way 2-1-1 to make sure that information regarding cooling centers is available statewide.…

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Bridgeport

Bridgeport News: Convicted Felon Arrested After Motorcycle Crash Uncovers Firearm and Heroin

Jul 11, 2024 Alex

On July 9, 2024, officers were dispatched to West Avenue and Fairfield Avenue in response to a motor vehicle accident involving a motorcycle. The operator, Michael Marin, had lost control of his motorcycle and crashed on Fairfield Avenue. At the scene, officers found an unholstered, loaded silver-colored firearm. Michael Marin was arrested, and during the search, officers seized a large amount of narcotics and cash. Marin, a convicted felon with an extensive history of firearms and narcotics offenses, was also under a protective order prohibiting him from possessing a firearm. Officers recovered 28.2 grams (98 glassine folds) of heroin, a firearm (9mm Colt 38 Super) with 10 rounds, and $870 in cash from Marin. Michael Marin was charged with possession…

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State News

BLUMENTHAL INTRODUCES LEGISLATION TO PROTECT FEDERAL WHISTLEBLOWERS FROM RETALIATION

Jul 11, 2024 Alex

[WASHINGTON, D.C.] — U.S. Senator Richard Blumenthal (D-CT) today introduced the Congressional Whistleblower Protection Act to shield federal employees who report information to Congress from retaliation. Under current law, federal employees are guaranteed the right to petition or provide information to Congress. However, without adequate protections in place, individuals who do so can face termination or retaliation. The Congressional Whistleblower Protection Act ensures that all federal employees, contractors, and applicants are able to file an administrative complaint if their right to share information with Congress has been interfered with or denied. Additionally, if corrective action is not reached within 180 days of filing a complaint, the legislation allows whistleblowers to pursue a lawsuit in federal court and seek a range of relief, including lost wages and…

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