Several people reached out to us to ask if a gun was found at Nichols School in Stratford. I reached out to Police Chief McNeil who confirmed that an inoperable gun was found outside in the back of the school that appears to have been buried there a long time and was inoperable.
Fall/Winter Series Set Thru December 2024 The Stratford Library has announced that its “Books Over Coffee” program will continue with live, in-person meetings in the Lovell Room through December 2024. The monthly book discussion program, hosted by Stratford Library staffer Linda LiDestri, has been a popular staple at the library for over 40 years. It is free and open to the public. The library will feature the latest in current titles and topics, beginning on Wednesday, September 25, with Niall Williams’ enchanting new novel, This Is Happiness, which will kick off the fall/winter series. The story is set in Faha, a small Irish parish that hasn’t changed in a thousand years. One notable shift is the weather—rain, a constant condition…
September StorytimesThe Stratford Library Children’s Dept. offers weekly storytimes for children, beginning Monday, Sept. 16. Storytimes meet at 10:30 am. On Mondays, Toddler Time meets for ages 0-2. On Tuesdays, Preschool Storytime meets for ages 3-5. Baby Lapsit meets on Thursdays for babies 0-18 months. Friday Fun offers stories and songs for ages 1-5. Enjoy early literacy activities and meet other families at Library storytimes! Registration is required. To register, visit the website at stratfordlibrary.org, then choose Events. For more information about Library programs and services for children, call 203.385.4165 or visit stratfordlibrary.org/kids. I Spy Hispanic HeritageThe Stratford Library Children’s Dept. will offer a Hispanic Heritage-themed I Spy game for all ages from Tuesday, September 3 to Friday, September 20…
Report of 2 people stabbed, with one being stabbed in the face at 475 Wilcoxson Avenue in Stratford. At this time the suspect is still at large.
Report of a rollover crash at Main Street Putney in Stratford.One of the parties involved was held at gunpoint by police according to unconfirmed radio reports. There is no further information at this time.
https://youtu.be/X9dbTO_ggzw The Stratford Police Department's Narcotics, Vice, and Intelligence Unit recently investigated activities at Cream Smoke Shop, located at 955 Ferry Boulevard, Stratford, CT. It has been confirmed that Cream Smoke Shop does not have a state license to sell or distribute cannabis or THC products. The investigation began after receiving reports that underage individuals were buying cannabis and THC products from the shop. As part of the investigation, undercover officers conducted four controlled purchases of these substances, leading to the execution of a search warrant on September 5, 2024. During the search, authorities seized about 60 pounds of illegal cannabis and THC products, along with approximately $7,000 in cash. The Department of Consumer Protection, the Department of Mental Health…
Nikkya Hargrove and her staff at Obodo Serendipity Books located at 3588 Main Street, Paradise Green held their ribbon cutting with Mayor Laura R. Hoydick.
Today's vehicle fire is on the highway on I-95 between exits 32 and 33. Firefighters are on their way.
Firefighters rescued a kid who was stuck in the mud up to his knees at Short Beach. He has been removed from the mud and returned to his family at this time.
Report of a street takeover in the 700 block of Ferry Boulevard. Surrounding police departments called in to assist according to unofficial radio reports. 2024-08-24@1:00AM--#Stratford CT
