Bridgeport

Bridgeport News: Pedestrian Hit

2019-08-02 @ 9:12pm--#Bridgeport CT--Firefighters on the way to the house that was struck by a car on Carnegie Avenue found a man hit by a car on Boston Avenue near Bishop Avenue.  The ambulance that was on the way to Carnegie Avenue transport the pedestrian to the hospital and another ambulance was dispatched to Carnegie Avenue.  I don't believe the same vehicle was responsible for both accidents.   This news report is made possible by:  

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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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