Bridgeport

2019-07-02 @ 2:48pm--#Bridgeport CT-- Firefighters were called for a water rescue near the dam at Beardsley Park.  Assistant Chief Firpi told the because of all the drownings in the past, mainly due whirlpools the made a full turnout with boats and divers.  The children that were in the water did get out prior to their arrival.  Firpi said it was an opportunity to educate the parents, babysitter and children that no swimming means no swimming for a reason.

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Bad Odds For Bridgeport Casino

HARTFORD, CT) – Governor Ned Lamont’s Director of Communications Max Reiss released the following statement concerning an announcement today from a group of state legislators on their proposals regarding casinos:   “Only last week did the administration receive this draft legislation. A matter of such significance requires substantial involvement from multiple stakeholders, in particular the executive branch. Something this complex should not be negotiated without all necessary parties and certainly not behind closed doors. While we are appreciative of Senator Osten’s efforts and that of the various delegations, the administration’s position remains the same: a global resolution that mitigates the likelihood of years of litigation and positions the state to capitalize on a comprehensive gaming platform. Further, this proposed bill…

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Bridgeport News: Crash!

#Bridgeport Ct-- On July 31st 2019 just before 10pm, officers were dispatched to the intersection of Pearl Street and Park Street on a report of a one car motor vehicle crash. Officers arrived on scene where officers saw 2006 BMW (black in color, bearing Connecticut registration plates was observed having made contact with a concrete wall on Pearl Street. The BMW sustained minor damage to the front end in the crash and the Connecticut registration plates came back to a 2004 Lexus ES 330 (green in color) indicating misused of plates. Officers checked the Vehicle Identification Number to find the car has no registered owner, insurer, or address. Towing Services arrived on scene and the vehicle was towed due to…

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