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Labor Day Traffic Enforcement

Aug 31, 2017 Stephen Krauchick

Middletown, CT. (August 31st, 2017): Over 35 million drivers are expected to travel across the United States this upcoming Labor Day Weekend, with the vast majority of them traveling by car. Connecticut State Troopers want to remind motorists to expect heavy traffic, exercise caution, allow extra time to reach their destination, don’t text and drive, set GPS destinations prior to traveling, and use a hands-free device when talking on your cellphone/mobile device while operating a vehicle. Connecticut State Troopers will be concentrating their enforcement efforts on drunk driving, speeding, seatbelt violations, and distracted driving during the entire Labor Day Weekend September 1 st through September 5 th . These dangerous driving behaviors claim the lives of our residents every year. Troopers…

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Crossing Guard Awarness

Aug 31, 2017 Stephen Krauchick

The Norwalk Department of Police Service wishes to remind the public that Crossing Guards will be stationed throughout the city starting tomorrow and for the remainder of the school year. School Crossing Guards ensure that children from all around the city arrive and leave school safely. We ask that motorists pay special attention in and around school zones for our Crossing Guards. Officers will be monitoring the school crossings to ensure motorists are following the Crossing Guard’s directions. Below are the penalties for failing to do so. 14-300f Vehicles to stop for school crossing guard. Penalties. Issuance of warning or summons upon report of school crossing guard (a) The operator of a motor vehicle shall immediately bring the motor vehicle…

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Connecticut State Police Back To School Safety

Aug 28, 2017 Stephen Krauchick

Middletown, CT. (August 21, 2017): Connecticut State Troopers urge drivers, parents, and children to prepare for back to school safety. As over half-a- million Connecticut children head back to school over the next few weeks, Connecticut State Troopers urge all parents and guardians to discuss school, traffic, and personal safety with their children.  Troopers also caution all drivers to be aware of “back to school” bus, pedestrian, and bicycle traffic. Drivers are urged to use extra caution as they travel on Connecticut’s roadways and to be alert to children who may be hurrying to and from school. Under state law, it is mandatory that drivers stop for school buses that have their flashing red warning lights activated, whether they are…

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Police Nab Darien Bank Robber

Aug 21, 2017 Stephen Krauchick

#Westport CT--On July 2, 2017 at approximately 12:57PM, the Westport Police responded to TD Bank, 1111 Post Road East on a report of an alarm. While en route to the bank, responding officers were advised that a bank robbery had just taken place. The suspect had passed a note to the bank employee telling him a robbery was occurring and he had a gun. Video surveillance showed a 2006-2008 Lincoln MKZ or Lincoln Zephyr enter the parking lot just prior to the robbery and leave right after the suspect exited the bank. Detectives learned the Chase Bank at 454 Post Road had been robbed on June 13th by a suspect matching the same description.   Detective Sergeant Sereniti Dobson worked…

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Governor Announces Municipal Aid Update

Aug 19, 2017 Stephen Krauchick

Today, the Governor gave his update on the Municipal Aid levels for each town. This is the State operating plan until a State Budget is passed. Here is a sampling for selected Towns: Fairfield is reduced by $4 Million,  Milford is reduced by $14 Million, Stratford is reduced by $23 Million, Westport is reduced by $1 Million and Bridgeport is reduced by $31 Million.   You can dance to Tax Man and other great Beetle songs Saturday!  

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Senator Moore Welcomes Affordable Housing To Monroe

Jul 28, 2017 Stephen Krauchick

Monroe, CT – Senator Marilyn Moore (D-Bridgeport) today welcomed the approval of $400,000 in state funds to enhance housing availability and increase economic development in the town of Monroe.   “Not only is safe, secure, affordable housing a basic human need, but it also supports the overall economic success of our town and state,” Sen. Moore said. “I welcome this effort to continue improving and enhancing living conditions for our most vulnerable residents in Monroe.”   The town plans to rehabilitate 10 low and moderate-income households.  Upgrades will include roof replacements, furnace and heating systems replacements, plumbing and electrical upgrades, window and door replacements, septic system repairs and energy efficiency upgrades. These upgrades are essential to make these homes both livable and energy efficient.…

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First Pool of Mosquitoes in Stratford Test Positive for West Nile Virus

Jul 25, 2017 Stephen Krauchick

#Stratford, Connecticut - The Stratford Health Department announced that the Connecticut Agricultural Experiment Station reported Culex pipiens mosquitoes trapped at Beacon Point on July 19th, 2017 have tested positive for West Nile Virus. “This is about the time of year we see positive WNV-carrying mosquitos,” said Andrea Boissevain, Director of Health, “Take quick and easy steps to prevent exposure and bites like wearing long sleeves, especially at dawn and dusk and use insect repellent.” Christina Batoh, Stratford’s Environmental Conservation Administrator noted that the Town started treating for mosquitos in early June using a biological larvicide. “All 5,281 catch basins were treated. The treatment attacks at larval stage so they never grow into adult mosquitos and lasts several weeks.” Dr. Batoh…

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