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BRIDGEPORT SCHOOLS WILL BE DELAYED FOR 90 MINUTES TOMORROW

Jan 27, 2015 Stephen Krauchick

Bridgeport public schools announced this evening that, as an added safety measures for kids and families, school will be delayed for 90 minutes tomorrow.   “We applaud Superintendent Rabinowitz for her decision to make sure kids and families are safe by delaying school by 90 minutes tomorrow. The roads will be icy and safety is our top priority. We also want to encourage drivers to be safe and smart tomorrow as they bring kids to school and drive to work,” said Mayor Finch.   Bridgeport also has a snow emergency in place so that public facilities crews can continue to keep the streets clean, which will ensure kids and families are safe and secure as they begin normal travel routines…

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Bridgeport News: Move To The Odd # Side Of Road

Jan 27, 2015 Stephen Krauchick

(Bridgeport, Conn.) Jan. 27, 2015 -- Bridgeport Mayor Bill Finch is asking residents to move their vehicles to the odd numbered side of the road by 11 a.m. on Tuesday, to allow public works crews to clear the roads. Parking is still not permitted on Snow Emergency roads.   Connecticut Governor Dan Malloy announced this morning that the travel ban has been lifted for local roads and local travel in Fairfield and Litchfield County.   “Thank you to the residents for their cooperation with adhering to the Snow Emergency and to the hard working public works crew for their efforts in keeping our roads safe for the kids and families of Bridgeport," said Bridgeport Mayor Bill Finch. Bridgeport alcalde Bill…

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Bridgeport News: Parking Info

Jan 26, 2015 Stephen Krauchick

11:00pm--#Bridgeport CT--In one hour it will be the 27th of January, an odd numbered day.  Do you move your car to the other side of the road?  Well not yet.  Last year many of you asked during the last snow storm and I didn't have an answer.  I pressed Police Spokerperson William Kaempffer and he said "We’re asking people to stay on the even side until further notice. The goal is to clear the odd side to the curb city wide and then have people move to the cleared section so the plow drivers can tackle the even side." As soon as they tell us to move to the other side you know I will let you know! En una…

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Bridgeport News: Storm and Parking Info

Jan 26, 2015 Stephen Krauchick

A snow emergency is in effect and residents should park on the “even side” of the road. There is a parking ban on designated  snow emergency routes.   “With the anticipation of heavy snowfall, we’re strongly recommending that folks across the city get prepared, and get prepared now," said Director of Emergency Management Scott Appleby. "Families should make sure that they have an emergency kit on hand with water, flashlights, batteries, non-perishable food, extra medication, and a battery operated radio in the event of utility disruptions. In addition, we ask that you stay indoors and avoid traveling during the storm and adhere to all emergency parking bans that may be in effect. Ensure all pets are brought inside, as well.”…

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Bridgeport News: Crash

Jan 25, 2015 Stephen Krauchick

11:34pm--#Bridgeport CT--Report of a car crash at Hawley and Gurdon Avenue.  Initial reports say the driver of a silver car crashed into a parked car, he is possibly unconscious and cannot get out of the  car.  Firefighters reporting they need to "pop" the door to get him out.   Have you noticed Facebook isn't showing you our posts in real time anymore? See ALL our posts as it happens in real time at DoingItLocal.com. This report sponsored by: Informe de un accidente de coche en Hawley y Gordon Avenue. Los informes iniciales dicen que el conductor de un coche plateado se estrelló contra un auto estacionado, es posiblemente inconsciente y no puede salir del coche. Los bomberos informaron que necesitan…

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Mayor Finch Declares Snow Emergency Beginning Monday at 7:00AM

Jan 25, 2015 Stephen Krauchick

Latest Forecasts Project Blizzard Conditions, Potentially Two Feet of Snow   #BRIDGEPORT, Conn. (January 25, 2015) – Bridgeport is preparing for possible blizzard conditions with a major winter storm projected to hit Connecticut tomorrow evening into Tuesday.   "Our priority is keeping our kids and families safe," said Mayor Bill Finch. “We’re preparing for the worst. But we’re hoping for the best. We have a great team that is getting ready to tackle what the storm brings our way, and is ready to ensure people across the city are safe and secure.”   Current forecasts project up to 24 inches of snow and high wind gusts in Bridgeport. While storms can be unpredictable, Mayor Finch urged residents to be prepared…

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Bridgeport News: Street Robbery

Jan 25, 2015 Stephen Krauchick

4:40pm--Report of a street robbery, the victim was roughed up and robbed in the 1800 block of Park Avenue.  Police are looking for a green Ford Ranger last seen headed south on Park Avenue driven by heavy set white male.   Informe de un robo en la calle, la víctima fue maltratado y robado en el bloque 1800 de Park Avenue. La policía busca a un verde Ford Ranger visto por última vez hacia el sur en Park Avenue impulsado por pesada conjunto varón blanco. Relato de um roubo de rua, a vítima foi agredida e roubada no bloco de Park Avenue 1800. A polícia está à procura de um Ford Ranger verde visto pela última vez em direção ao…

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Bridgeport News: 2 Fights on 2 We School Bus!

Jan 23, 2015 Stephen Krauchick

3:40pm--#Bridgeport CT--Report of a fist fight on school bus # 305 at Bishop and Barnum Avenue and a second call for a fight on a special ed bus at East Main and Putnam Street.  EMS is also responding to this call.   This report sponsored by: Informe de una pelea a puñetazos en el autobús escolar # 305 en Bishop and Barnum Avenue y una segunda convocatoria de una pelea en un autobús de educación especial en East Main y Putnam Street. EMS también está respondiendo a este llamado. Relatório de uma briga no ônibus escolar # 305 em Bishop e Barnum Avenue e uma segunda chamada para uma briga em um ônibus especial ed na East Main e Putnam…

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Editorial

Jan 23, 2015 Stephen Krauchick

And I thought the CT Senate Democrats were pro union. Can't tell that in Fairfield or Bridgeport. Actions speak louder than words!  It is time for both towns to give our firefighters and police a decent contract!(editorial) Y pensé que los CT demócratas del Senado eran favorable unión. No se puede decir que en Fairfield o Bridgeport. Las acciones hablan más que las palabras! Es hora de que ambas ciudades para dar a nuestros bomberos y la policía un contrato decente! (Editorial) E eu pensei que os democratas do Senado CT foram pro união. Não posso dizer que, em Fairfield ou Bridgeport. As ações falam mais alto que palavras! É tempo de ambas as cidades para dar aos nossos bombeiros…

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