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Himes Unveils Legislation to Increase Oversight of Intelligence Agencies

Apr 15, 2014 Alex

PCLOB Oversight Enhancement Act requires regular reports to civil liberties oversight board WASHINGTON, DC – Congressman Jim Himes (CT-4) announced he will introduce a bill to guarantee timely intelligence reports to the Privacy and Civil Liberties Oversight Board (PCLOB), the presidential advisory board tasked with protecting the civil liberties of all Americans. The PCLOB Oversight Enhancement Act requires intelligence agencies to provide the PCLOB with copies of the detailed reports on their surveillance programs they already submit to the House Intelligence Committee, on which Himes serves. “As a member of the House Intelligence Committee, I help ensure that our intelligence agencies are respecting the law and Americans’ right to privacy while conducting their mission to protect our national security,” said…

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Bridgeport Schools Air Quality Program

Apr 14, 2014 Alex

City of Bridgeport Expands Indoor Air Quality Program in Schools, Targets Efforts to Reduce Absences Among Students Affected by Asthma “I am thrilled that we have taken the steps necessary to roll out the Tools for Schools program district-wide as a preventative program in maintaining healthy school environments for our children and teachers.”— Mayor Bill Finch Bridgeport, CT (April 14, 2014) — The City of Bridgeport is moving forward in its effort to reduce asthma and allergy-related absences among children and the adults that serve them each day through the “Tools for Schools” air quality program. And today, the City’s Health and Social Services Department will sponsor free trainings at Dunbar School from 3 to 8 p.m., and in the fall for…

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FUNDING AVAILABLE FOR FIRST-TIME HOME BUYERS

Apr 14, 2014 Alex

The Fairfield Office of Community and Economic Development is pleased to announce that funds are available to help income-eligible, first-time home buyers purchase a home in Fairfield. Assistance may be used toward the purchase of any owner-occupied, single-family, two-family or condominium unit in Fairfield. Under this program, the Town will provide 50% of the required down-payment up to a maximum of $30,000 toward the purchase of a home through a no-interest loan, payable when the owner re-finances, transfers the property or passes away. The Town will also help pay reasonable closing costs up to a maximum of $2,500. These funds may be used toward attorney fees, the cost of appraisals and/or pre-paid interest and other financing charges, and are provided as a grant, which need not be re-paid. To…

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Southport News: Sammy’s Southport Pizza & Grill Burns

Apr 14, 2014 Alex

#Southport CT--FFD has knocked down the fire reported at 5:46am by passing runners at 295 Pequot Ave; all Fairfield fire companies were at the fire along with Westport & Bridgeport units, with Norwalk covering for additional calls. "An aggressive interior attack by Lt Greenhaw and Engine 4 coupled with backup from Lt McHugh and Company 1 who took the roof and Lt Eannotti with Company 2 stretching additional lines to the rear kept this fire to the room of origin," said Assistant Chief Gomola who was Incident Commander. "Early notification by a couple of Good Samaritans made it possible for us to limit spread and avoid injuries, though as with any fire the adjoining occupancies suffered some damage." At this time the…

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April will be full of surprises at The Barnum Museum

Apr 10, 2014 Alex

Focus on the history of P.T. Barnum's Popular Humbugs, Hoaxes, and Curiosities In April, The Barnum Museum will unveil an unusual new acquisition, and will offer programs that uncover the truths behind some of P.T Barnum's famous humbugs and curiosities. Please check barnum-museum.org or Facebook to confirm program status should weather concerns arise. Sunday, April 13 at 2 p.m. – Frauds, Myths and Mysteriespresented by Central Connecticut State University Professor Kenneth Feder, PhD. The program will discuss some of history’s most unusual frauds and myths, including the astounding story of P.T. Barnum’s Cardiff Giant. Why are archaeological frauds so common? Why are they so successful? What are the common pitfalls of pulling off an archaeological fraud? Archaeologist Ken Feder addresses past and recent examples and more…

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CT EARS SEARCH AND RESCUE DOG DEMO AT SOUND TIGERS EVENT APRIL 12

Apr 10, 2014 Alex

BRIDGEPORT – On Saturday, April 12, from 4:00pm – 7:00pm the CT Emergency Animal Response Service (EARS) will be taking part in “Pucks & Paws,” an event with VCA Animal Hospitals and the Bridgeport Sound Tigers at the Webster Bank Arena. The afternoon will feature information booths, family fun, and demonstrations. EARS will be hosting a special booth and demonstration highlighting the work of Search And Rescue Dogs. For over a century, dogs have been a part of search and rescue missions around the world. In the United States SAR dogs have been involved in nearly every disaster, whether natural or man-made, since at least the 1960s. From the aftermath of tornadoes and earthquakes, to the rubble of the Oklahoma City…

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TUESDAY: LT. GOV. WYMAN CHAIRS HEALTH CARE CABINET, ATTENDS YWCA IN THE COMPANY OF WOMEN LUNCHEON, PARTICIPATES IN TEEN DRIVER SAFETY ANNOUNCEMENT

Apr 9, 2014 Alex

(HARTFORD, CT) – On Tuesday morning, Lieutenant Governor Nancy Wyman will chair the monthly meeting of the Health Care Cabinet, then attend the YWCA’s 19th annual In the Company of Women luncheon. In the afternoon, the Lt. Governor will join DMV Commissioner Currey and state and local partners to announce a new program to promote teen driver safety. What: Health Care Cabinet Meeting Who: Lt. Governor Wyman When: Tuesday, April 8, at 9:00 a.m. Where: Capitol room 310 *** What: YWCA In the Company of Women luncheon Who: Lt. Governor Wyman When: Tuesday, April 8, at 12:30 p.m. Where: CT Convention Center *** What: Announcement of new teen driving safety program Who: Lt. Governor Wyman, DMV Commissioner Currey, students, and advocates When: Tuesday, April 8, at 2:00 p.m. Where: Connecticut…

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GOV. MALLOY: LESSON FROM SUPER STORM SANDY – CONNECTICUT’S TRANSPORTATION INFRASTRUTURE NEEDS ‘HARDENING’

Apr 8, 2014 Alex

(HARTFORD) - Governor Dannel P. Malloy today announced that the State of Connecticut is applying for $600 million in federal transportation funding to help cover the capital costs of three resiliency, or “hardening”, projects central to the commuter rail infrastructure of Connecticut. The federal funds will be matched with $200 million in state funds for various upgrade and replacement projects along the New Haven Line. “We learned some tough lessons during Super Storm Sandy, but one of the most important was that several aspects of our transportation infrastructure are in dire need of hardening measures. We have made billions of dollars in investments in new rail infrastructure in recent years, but it is just as crucial to maintain, protect…

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Youth Commission Seeks Nominees For Community Service Award

Apr 8, 2014 Alex

Human Services Director Barbara Butler has announced that the Westport Youth Commission is seeking nominations for the annual James S. Bacharach Service to the Community Award. “All qualified Westport high school seniors are eligible for this award,” said Butler. “This honor, given to one or more Westport high school seniors, recognizes their significant community service contributions in our town.” Citations have been given annually since 1989 as a tribute to the late James S. Bacharach, founder and past-president of the Youth Adult Council, predecessor of the Westport Youth Commission which Bacharach and other concerned citizens founded in 1974. “Eligible nominations must demonstrate the student’s exemplary leadership ability and high standards of community service to Westport,” Butler said. “Either adults or…

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GOV. MALLOY: CRIME VICTIMS DESERVE TO HAVE THEIR RIGHTS ENFORCED

Apr 8, 2014 Alex

Governor Forms Advisory Commission to Review Policies Protecting the Victims of Crime (HARTFORD, CT) – Governor Dannel P. Malloy today announced that he is creating the Victims’ Rights Enforcement Advisory Commission – an expert panel of criminal justice and victim service professionals who will review policies, services, and victims’ rights in the state, and make specific recommendations in the areas of compliance with and enforcement of the constitutional and statutory rights of crime victims. The Governor made the announcement during Crime Victims’ Rights Week, explaining that he created the group to ensure that the state is protecting the rights of crime victims. “Connecticut has been at the forefront of many criminal justice reforms and has enacted many measures considered…

Himes Unveils Legislation to Increase Oversight of Intelligence Agencies

Bridgeport Schools Air Quality Program

FUNDING AVAILABLE FOR FIRST-TIME HOME BUYERS

Southport News: Sammy’s Southport Pizza & Grill Burns

April will be full of surprises at The Barnum Museum

CT EARS SEARCH AND RESCUE DOG DEMO AT SOUND TIGERS EVENT APRIL 12

TUESDAY: LT. GOV. WYMAN CHAIRS HEALTH CARE CABINET, ATTENDS YWCA IN THE COMPANY OF WOMEN LUNCHEON, PARTICIPATES IN TEEN DRIVER SAFETY ANNOUNCEMENT

GOV. MALLOY: LESSON FROM SUPER STORM SANDY – CONNECTICUT’S TRANSPORTATION INFRASTRUTURE NEEDS ‘HARDENING’

Youth Commission Seeks Nominees For Community Service Award

GOV. MALLOY: CRIME VICTIMS DESERVE TO HAVE THEIR RIGHTS ENFORCED

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