Bridgport News: Truck Hits Ambulance
12:43pm--#Bridgeport CT-Report of a truck hitting an ambulance a Mill Hill and Boston Avenue. This report sponsored by:
Fairfield News: Massive Fire
Special Thanks to Paul and Beth for their hospitality in letting me record in their backyard to get this amazing footage. At 7:05pm Fairfield's Emergency Communications Center received a call reporting smoke visible rising from the southernmost warehouse on the site of the former Fairfield Lumber. Fairfield Fire Engines 1, 2, 4, 5, Ladders 1, 2 and Car 3 were dispatched, with Lt Jay Swindon on Engine 2 first on scene confirming a working structure fire. Assistant Chief Erik Kalapir arrived on scene shortly and assumed command, calling for Engine 3 and an additional Ladder from Bridgeport. Bridgeport Fire Ladder 11 was dispatched, with Engine 10, Ladder 10, Safety 1 and Battalion 1 added to the assignment by Command. Fairfield…
Sikorsky Announces Consolidation to Stratford
“Unfortunately, the global market for aircraft has prompted a consolidation of facilities. Their decision makes smart business sense for them. We’re glad there was no job loss and that Sikorsky will continue to pay taxes on the property it owns in Bridgeport. This also presents a unique opportunity for further growth in our Eco-Technology Park.” – Mayor Bill Finch Bridgeport, Conn (June 2, 2015) – Today, Sikorsky Aircraft Corp. announced it will move its Bridgeport operations at 1210 South Ave. to its facility in Stratford. There will be no loss of jobs for the workers currently at the Bridgeport plant. The employees will be shifted to the Stratford facility as part of the company’s consolidation. “Unfortunately, the global…
Bridgeport News: Police Crime Scene Van at Greene Homes
UPDATE: Police spokesman Tim Hammoll returned my call and said there is an investigation taking place, there is no death at the building. This and a DOA (dead on arrival) call have been on the radios since this morning, I probably blended the calls since I don't usually report DOA's. #Bridgeport CT--A person was found dead in their apartment at Greene Homes Building 4 on the 7th floor. It does not appear to be a crime but detectives are on scene investigating, that's why the Bridgeport Police Crime Scene van is out there. If I get any updates I'll let you know. This report sponsored by:
I-95 Crash
2:20pm--#cttraffic--#Bridgeport CT--EMS on scene with a 2 car crash I-95 southbound near exit 27A. The crash does not appear to be slowing traffic.
Bridgeport News: Crash
12:50pm--#Bridgeport CT--Report of an accident at Fairfield Avenue and Main Street with injuries. This report sponsored by:
Bridgeport News: The G Spot Was The Hot Spot Tonight
3:03am--Bridgeport CT--Once again, police on patrol prevented a fire from becoming more than it could have been. Police told me the pungent smell of plastic and fiberglass burning alerted them to a fire that could have been much greater since the boats land docked are parked close to each other. Because I was quick on scene the police officers were also smart to challenge me at the scene since most arsonists like to see their handiwork. Firefighters were arrived when I did and had the fire quickly knocked down. The fire marshal was called to the scene to investigate the cause of the fire. First on DoingItLocal.com. You don't need an expensive cable subscription to get your local news…
Bridgeport News: Crash
#Bridgeport CT-- A Beach Street resident woke up to find her car underneath another car this morning. According to witnesses, a car came from a nearby parking lot at a high rate of speed crashing and sending her car under another car.
Bridgeport News: Ash Creek Bridge To Metro Station
Bridgeport, Conn. (May 31, 2015) – Background: Today, Gov. Malloy and state leaders announced that the state Department of Transportation has approved $3.8 million in funding to build a new pedestrian bridge over Ash Creek, providing greater access for Bridgeporters to the Fairfield Metro train station (click here for more info: http://bit.ly/1LVJIyi). In response, Bridgeport Mayor Bill Finch made the following statement: “This is great news for Bridgeport. Our city is making significant investments in transit oriented development, which helps us create jobs and grow businesses by ensuring transportation is readily available for folks within Connecticut and the Greater New York City area. Between investing in a second train station, improving our downtown train station, and giving pedestrians access…
Bridgeport News: A Man Holding A Baby From Family
4:39pm--#Bridgeport CT--A man has locked himself inside a car with a baby and a screwdriver keeping the baby from the other family members on Bronx Avenue. Police on the way. This report sponsored by: