Firefighters are on the scene of a kitchen fire at Los Alebrijes Restaurant on Madison Avenue. The fire was quickly extinguished. The fire marshal was called to the scene to investigate the cause of the fire as well as the health department. 2024-10-19@7:16pm--#Bridgeport CT-- #ctfire
https://youtu.be/lzqqmMw1jUU The Wakeman Boys & Girls Club (WBGC) celebrated the opening of the ASML STEM Lab & Makerspace at its Madison Avenue Community Clubhouse with a ribbon-cutting ceremony yesterday. The new lab was funded by a $659,000 grant from ASML, a leading supplier to the semiconductor industry based in the Netherlands, with over 3,000 employees in Wilton, Connecticut. This funding, disbursed over three years, will equip the lab with essential materials, provide professional development for WBGC staff, and facilitate STEM-focused field trips. ASML employees will also volunteer at the site. “Our partnership with ASML is crucial for our community,” said WBGC CEO Sabrina E. Smeltz. “STEM education and access to technology are vital for our youth's future.” The STEM programming…
https://youtu.be/5E1hWKQtlsY Bridgeport, CT – On October 18, 2024, the City of Bridgeport hosted the “Hero’s Unity Run,” bringing together recruits from both the Police and Fire Departments to strengthen their bonds while honoring fallen officers and firefighters. The event highlighted the departments' shared commitment to public safety and community service, symbolizing unity in their mission to protect the city. Mayor Ganim, who participated in the event, praised the recruits' dedication and service. "I can tell people in the city of Bridgeport and beyond, these recruits are nothing but the best, and it's a great honor to work out with you guys today," said Mayor Ganim. The run began at the Bridgeport Fire Headquarters on Congress Street, with the first stop…
Police are investigating a stabbing that occurred near the park on Norman Street, close to Cottage Street. This is a breaking news story, and further details will be provided as they become available.
A crash has closed Chopsey Hill near the Route 8/25 on-ramp due to a downed utility pole. 2024-10-17@10:07pm--#Bridgeport CT-- #cttraffic
Police are investigating an assault which occurred at the 700 block of Clermont Avenue in Bridgeport. There is no further details at this time.
Firefighters on scene extinguishing brush fires off the Merritt Parkway near Main Street-Putney area. 2024-10-16@12:35pm--#Stratford CT-- #cttraffic
An employee at Assumption School at 605 Stratfield Road called the fire department, which confirmed high carbon monoxide levels, and the school was evacuated. 2024-10-16@12:22pm--#Fairfield CT
It appeared that a car came off the exit ramp from Route 25 crashing into a home on Seltsam Road. Firefighters were needed to extricate the driver from the car. 2024-10-14@10:57pm--#Bridgeport CT
Police UPDATE: On October 14, 2024, at approximately 10:33pm, the Bridgeport Emergency Operations Center received several calls for a pedestrian being stuck by a black Honda sedan. The callers stated the collision/evading occurred at the intersection of Chopsey Hill Road and the entrance to Route 8/25 north. Bridgeport Fire Engine 15, American Medical Response (AMR), and Bridgeport Police Officers were dispatched to the location. Upon arrival, a male pedestrian was observed lying in the intersection and appeared to be in critical condition. The male received medical attention, and he was transported to St. Vincent’s Medical Center. The scene was secured, and the Bridgeport Serious Crash Investigation Team was requested and arrived on scene. After a preliminary investigation, it was determined…
