Fairfield News: K-9 Ruger Crosses the "Rainbow Bridge" #Fairfield CT-- I'm sad to report that K-9 Ruger of the Fairfield Police Department was put down this morning. In 2011 Ruger was the first K-9 in the Fairfield Police Department. His handler was Officer Kevin Wells. In 2015 Ruger suffered on-the-job injuries that forced his retirement. Ruger was named after the Ruger Firearms company headquarters in Southport. The K-9 program in Fairfield is funded by private funds from citizens, school children participating in fundraisers, and local businesses like BMW of Bridgeport. Ruger was 12 years old. Job well done and thank you for your service, Ruger!
Milford News: Tobacco Compliance Inspections
Milford CT-- On November 14, 2022, the Milford Police Department working with the State of Connecticut, Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services (DMHAS) Tobacco Prevention and Enforcement Program (TPEP) conducted unannounced compliance inspections of establishments that sell tobacco products and/or electronic cigarettes. The inspections were performed in an effort to determine compliance with state laws concerning the prohibition of the sale of e-cigarettes and/or tobacco products to youth under the age of 21. Retailers are required by state law to inspect the photo ID of anyone who appears under the age of 30 before selling a tobacco product or electronic cigarette. Free online training is available to anyone who would like to learn more at: cttobaccotraining.com A total of…
I-95 Crash
2022-11-15@2:22pm--#Westport CT-- #cttraffic-- A crash between a car and tractor-trailer on I-95 southbound near exit 17 is backing traffic up.
Bridgeport News: Fire on Federal Street
3:58am--#Bridgeport CT-- Firefighters were called to a structure fire in the 100 block of Federal Street. Police were first on the scene and reported heavy fire on the 2nd floor of a multi-family building. The police then worked to make sure everyone was out of the building. Firefighters had called the evacuation tone to get all the firefighters out of the building and fight the fire from outside. Within 40 minutes the firefighters had the bulk of the fire out. There were no reported injuries. https://youtu.be/eHB9cH6abxg
Route 8 Rollover
2022-111-14@8:52pm--#Seymour CT-- #cttraffic-- Report of a rollover accident Route 8 northbound near exit 19. This news report is made possible by:
Fairfield News: Crash
2022-11-14@7:30pm--#Fairfield CT-- Report of a car accident with airbag deployment at Puritan and Beach Road. This news report is made possible by:
Ansonia News: Car Hits House
2022-11-14@7:00pm--#Ansonia CT-- A car has hit a house on Smith Street causing a gas leak at the home. This news report is made possible by:
$8.5 MILLION IN ADDITIONAL RESOURCES TO CONNECT THOSE EXPERIENCING HOMELESSNESS WITH SUPPORT
(HARTFORD, CT) – Governor Ned Lamont announced that his administration is releasing nearly $8.5 million additional aid to connect those experiencing homelessness with support services – including housing, food, and mental health services – ahead of the upcoming winter season. The goal of the funding is to ensure that pathways to the homeless service system and human points of contact remain available for those seeking assistance. This includes: $5 million from the Connecticut Department of Housing to support seasonal shelters and services throughout the homeless service system during the winter; $2.5 million from the Connecticut Department of Housing to develop new hubs within each of the state’s seven regional Coordinated Access Networks that supports the hiring of more staff, ensuring…
Bridgeport News: Stand Off Ends Peacefully
2022-11-13@2:29pm--#Bridgeport News: Police said that security at Harborview Towers at 376 Washington Avenue reported that a tenant inside the building was knocking on doors with a knife. The person went back to their apartment and according to a witness, he barricaded himself in. Bridgeport Police said they were successful in convincing him to open the door so they could speak to him. He was placed in custody without incident. This is an ongoing investigation.
Milford News: Laundromat Fire
2022-11-13@3:44pm--#Milford CT-- Firefighters reporting a fire at Sock Hop Coin Laundry, 2015 Bridgeport Avenue. A fire in one dryer extended to a second dryer. They are making sure the fire did not extend to the the roof. This news report is made possible by: