9:40am–#Ridgefield CT #cttraffic–There is a tree down on Route 7 near the “Golf Art”. One lane is blocked and the state says they will get a tree crew within an hour and a half. Obviously expect delays.
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Two assaults in Norwalk
2:08am–#Norwalk CT–Police and EMS on the way to assist two assault victims at the Sono Lounge at 11B Washington Street, Norwalk, CT.
Shots fired
11:08pm–#Bridgeport CT–Shots fired in the 300 block of Bradley Street. Shots were reportedly shot from a blue Jeep Cherokee.
Ouch!
6:34pm–#Norwalk CT–A three and a half year old fell about ten feet off a slide inside Pump It Up at 145 Main Street. Possible arm fracture.
Tree and wires down
5:36pm–#Shelton CT– Report of a tree and wires down at Kanungum Trail. Firefighters on the way.
Wires down
5:26pm–#Bridgeport CT–Report of electrical wires down at Madison Avenue and Ashton Street. Firefighters on scene investigating.
Accident on the Merritt
2:40pm–#cttraffic—3 car accident on the Merritt Parkway northbound near exit 48. The are trying to get the cars off to the shoulder but its still something to look at and rubberneck.
Wine Tasting In Fairfield Today!
Wine Tasting In Fairfield Today! 1pm to 6pm at Premier Wine and Spirits 525 Tunxis Hill Rd, Fairfield
Cold weather? Dreary day? How about a wine tasting? Stop by Premier Wine and Spirits and check out our selections for this week They include:
Villa Cornaro Pinot Grigio, Veneto, Italy
$8.99
This noble wine is made from a careful selection of the best Pinot Grigio grapes harvested in the Grave del Piave area give us this Pinto Grigio of exquisite and delicate exotic fruit sensations. A Pinot Grigio with character!
Domaine Houchart Cotes du Provence Rose’, France
$13.99
This Rose’ is consistently the best selling Rose’ every season! An explosion of berries backed by great minerality. Lively and fresh.
Chateau Bellevue Bordeaux
$9.99
This blend of Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc displays rich berry fruit, earth and a hint of spice complemented by a long smooth finish. This is a fantastic value for BBQ and parties! Easy to drink and food friendly!
Tamaya Malbec/Cabernet/Syrah Reserva – Chile
$11.99
Bright and lively ruby red. The nose shows small liquorish berries , stony and balsamic notes with well integrated oak. Smooth and round at the palate.
Wake up Bridgeport!
12:02pm–#Bridgeport CT–Wake up Bridgeport!! Report of a structure fire, possibly an abandoned home at 191 Huntington Turnpike. Firefighters on the way. UPDATE–Fire was so heavy the activated the evacuation tone and took a defensive posture until getting it under control from the exterior. Heavy fire was knocked down by 12:25am. Photo from Craig Kramer.
Police pursuit
11:32pm–#Stratford CT–#Milford–Stratford Police are in pursuit of a car on Route 1 near Naugatuck Avenue now left on Sycamore, whoops now back on Route 1. Now near Milford Hospital, speeds at 45mph. The pursuit doubled back on New Haven Avenue where spike strips were used. The pursuit came to an end at New Haven Ave. and Elm Street in Milford. One police car was also hit the spike strip. A gun was found in the car. It sounded like five were in custody when this all wrapped up.
