#Westport, CT– This afternoon, multiple black bear sightings were reported in the northern section of town. One bear cub and one large young male bear were observed. The bears were not acting in an aggressive manner and were observed to be acting normally. The Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection Wildlife Division (DEEP) was notified. Black bears are becoming increasingly common in Connecticut. In order to safely co-exist, residents are reminded to take precautions to prevent negative encounters with bears and nuisance behavior. Bears have an incredible sense of smell. To prevent luring them towards your property, secure your garbage in sturdy covered containers in a garage or outbuilding. Residents that compost are asked to do so responsibly.…
Norwalk News: Brush Fire
2020-06-29@1:05pm--#Norwalk CT--#ctfire--#cttraffic--Firefighters dispatched to Route 7 near 39A on the exit ramp as well as exits 2 and 3 for brush fires. This news report is made possible by:
$11.3 For Head Start Programs
HARTFORD—U.S. Senators Richard Blumenthal (D-Conn.), Chris Murphy (D-Conn.) and U.S. Representatives John Larson (CT-1), Rosa DeLauro (CT-3) and Jahana Hayes (CT-5) announced $13,485,100 in federal funding from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services to Head Start programs in the Greater Hartford and New Britain area. “This federal funding will help grow Head Start early education programs, helping hundreds of our youngest learners thrive during these critical early years,” said Murphy, Blumenthal, Larson, DeLauro and Hayes. “We know that kids who participate in Head Start are served by that experience for decades to come – helping them to succeed in school and into adulthood. We’re proud to advocate for increased funding for these programs so they can continue to support Connecticut families for years to…
Bridgeport Fireboat Uber Rescues Another Fisherman
Warning Issued By Police -- No Fine 2020-06-28@5:33pm--#Bridgeport CT-- Police said "another fisherman was rescued by BPT PD and FD from the rocks at Seaside Parks Sunday night because the tide had come in and stranded him. Again, we caution all men and women who enjoy fishing at the park and anyone feeling adventurous to walk the rocks to know it is unsafe to do so but to also please know the tide schedule for the day, a tide schedule can be found at https://www.usharbors.com/harbor/Connecticut/Bridgeport-ct/tides . In addition to the tides, a storm was moving into the area and again we urge beach and park visitors to know the weather for the day. Remember, if you hear thunder you are…
Bridgeport News: Porch Fire Out On FD Arrival
2020-06-28@8:50pm--#Bridgeport CT-- Firefighters were called to Morgan Avenue off Madison Avenue for a back porch fire out on their arrival. Special thanks to Claudio for sending in this picture!
I-95 Crash
2020-06-28@6:24pm--#Milford CT--#cttraffic-- A multi-car crash with injuries on I-95 northbound at exit 41. Expect delays.
Norwalk News: Car-Moped Collide
2020-06-28@2:36pm--#Norwalk CT-- Report of a car and moped colliding on Friendly Road. Initial reports say the moped driver is alert and conscious. This news report is made possible by:
PT Drive-By
2020-06-28@12:50pm--#Bridgeport CT-- A drive-by shooting just occurred at PT Barnum by a black sedan. The driver shot out the passenger window. So far no one or anything reported hit. This news report is made possible by: [caption id="attachment_74833" align="aligncenter" width="420"] For more information visit: https://www.acesbailbondsct.com/[/caption]
I-95 Crash
2020-06-27@11:24pm--#Fairfield CT--#cttraffic-- Avoid I-95 southbound near exit 21 a multi-car crash with injuries. Three ambulances dispatched.
I-95 Crash
2020-06-27@9:11pm--#Fairfield CT--#cttraffic--Watch out for this crash on I-95 northbound near exit 19. No word on any injuries. Earlier there was a crash on Reef Road where a car hit a utility pole.