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Man Faces Narcotics Charges After Motor Vehicle Stop

Mar 5, 2014 Alex

(Bridgeport, CT – March 5, 2014) – A city man faces narcotics and other charges following a motor vehicle stop Tuesday. Officer Joaquim DeBarros was dispatched to the 1100 block of Stratford Avenue on a report of suspicious activity just after 2 a.m. As he approached the vehicle in question, the driver quickly drove off. Police pulled him over several blocks away. In plain view, officers observed a small orange baggie that contained a brown leafy substance and observed a black electronic stun gun on the seat next to the driver. Police subsequently located several pills and two off-white “chips” that tested positive for cocaine. The substance in the baggie tested positive for PCP. The driver, Eugene Brown, 29, a…

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Lavielle Statement on Metro-North’s 100-Day Action Plan

Mar 5, 2014 Stephen Krauchick

  Hartford – Following the delivery of Metro-North President Joseph Giulietti’s letter to Connecticut Transportation Commissioner James Redeker outlining a 100-day plan to address the railroad’s operational and safety issues, State Representative Gail Lavielle (R-143) released the following statement: “Three weeks ago, Mr. Giulietti committed to presenting a 100-day plan for addressing Metro-North’s grave performance and safety issues, and I am pleased that he has kept his promise in a timely way. While many elements are still missing, he makes it clear that three important external reviews are currently in progress, and that he will include the results of those reviews in the plan as soon as they are available. I believe he was right not to wait for those…

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GOV. MALLOY, LEGISLATIVE LEADERS APPLAUD COMMITTEE APPROVAL OF MINIMUM WAGE INCREASE ON EVE OF PRESIDENTIAL VISIT

Mar 5, 2014 Stephen Krauchick

(HARTFORD, CT) – Governor Dannel P. Malloy today lauded the Connecticut General Assembly’s Labor Committee, led by State Senator Gary Holder-Winfield and State Representative Peter Tercyak, for approving legislation he introduced that will increase the state’s minimum wage to $10.10, mirroring recent efforts by President Barack Obama and other Congressional leaders to raise the federal minimum wage to that same amount.   The favorable committee vote comes one day prior to the President’s scheduled visit to New Britain for an event on the minimum wage and the importance of giving hardworking Americans the raise they deserve.   “For too long, the minimum wage has not kept up with the cost of living.  In this day and age, no one who…

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Suspect Arrested in July Homicide

Mar 4, 2014 Alex

(Bridgeport, CT – March 4, 2014) -- A city man was arrested this morning in New York in connection with a July 24 homicide in the Mill Hill section of Bridgeport. The U.S. Marshals apprehended Jose Manuel Torres, 36,  on a warrant charging him with the July 24, 2013, fatal shooting of Pablo Aquino, which occurred at Clermont Avenue and Pixlee Place. Aquino, 27, was shot in the 200 block of Pixlee Place and was transported to Bridgeport Hospital in a private car. He was pronounced dead there. Detectives secured a warrant for Torres. The killing is believed to stem from a neighbor dispute. After the extradition process, Torres will be returned to Bridgeport to face charges in the fatal…

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TUESDAY: GOV. MALLOY KEYNOTES HAMDEN CHAMBER MEETING

Mar 4, 2014 Alex

(HARTFORD, CT) – On Tuesday at noon, Governor Dannel P. Malloy will keynote the Hamden Regional Chamber of Commerce’s member luncheon, where he will speak to the business community about his agenda for Connecticut’s future.     WHO: Governor Malloy WHAT: Governor Malloy keynotes Hamden Regional Chamber of Commerce luncheon WHEN: Tuesday, March 4, 2014; Event begins at 11:30 a.m., Governor Malloy to speak at 12:00 p.m. WHERE: Whitney Center, Cultural Arts Center; 200 Leeder Hill Drive, Hamden

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TOMORROW: LT. GOVERNOR WYMAN ATTENDS MS ACTION DAY

Mar 4, 2014 Alex

(HARTFORD, CT) – Tomorrow, Lieutenant Governor Nancy Wyman will make remarks at the Connecticut Chapter of the National Multiple Sclerosis Society’s MS Action Day. The half-day event will raise the visibility of issues facing people living with multiple sclerosis.   WHO: Lt. Governor Wyman WHAT: Remarks at MS Action Day WHEN: Tuesday, March 4, 2014 at 11:15 a.m. WHERE: Old Judiciary room, State Capitol

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First Selectman Marpe to Celebrate South Moon Under’s First Day of Business in Westport on March 6

Mar 4, 2014 Alex

Westport First Selectman Jim Marpe announced today that he will join Heather Cavanagh, Director of the Westport-Weston Chamber of Commerce, at a Ribbon Cutting ceremony on Thursday, March 6 at 10 a.m. to celebrate South Moon Under’s first day in business at 14 Post Road East in Westport (in the former Klaff’s location). This is the first Connecticut location for South Moon Under and the first of 2 stores the company plans to open in 2014. About Downtown Westport (www.westportct.gov) Westport's vibrant downtown area and healthy commercial environment generate the feeling of a New England town with the conveniences of modern life, and this continues to attract people who are leaders in all facets of society. Residents enjoy Westport's quality…

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GOV. MALLOY: REACTIVATES STATE SEVERE WEATHER PROTOCOL

Mar 4, 2014 Alex

Effective Through Wednesday Morning, Anyone Seeking Shelter Should Call 2-1-1   (HARTFORD, CT) – Governor Dannel P. Malloy today announced he has reactivated the state’s Severe Cold Weather Protocol in anticipation of temperatures in the teens and single digits over the next few nights. The Protocol is effective beginning today, March 3rd and will remain in effect through Wednesday morning, March 5th.   “With a few weeks of winter still ahead of us, we must continue to protect the most vulnerable members of our state’s population during these severe cold weather outbreaks,” said Governor Malloy. “I urge anyone in need of shelter to call 2-1-1 and encourage local communities to consider opening warming centers or other facilities to help people…

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GOV. MALLOY: INVESTMENT WILL STRENGTHEN STATE’S PROFESSIONAL SERVICES WORKFORCE INFRASTRUCTURE

Mar 4, 2014 Alex

Top Accounting and Consulting Firm Growing Jobs in Hartford   (HARTFORD) – Governor Dannel P. Malloy today announced that CohnReznick LLP is expanding its presence in Connecticut in a move that will create or retain 236 jobs for Connecticut residents over the next four years.   “CohnReznick is a nationally recognized accounting and consulting firm and a leader in the professional services sector, which accounts for more than ninety thousand good paying jobs in Connecticut,” said Governor Malloy. “CohnReznick’s decision to expand here means more of these jobs for our residents. It’s a major investment in this critical industry, one that will encourage other employers to follow suit.”   The state Department of Economic and Community Development (DECD) will provide…

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