Stratford News: Employee Injured
2023-12-13@12:50pm--#Stratford CT-- Report of an employee getting their hand stuck under a forklift according to radio reports at the burial vault company in the 500 block of Surf Avenue.
Bridgeport News: Stabbing
2023-12-12#Stratford CT-- Special thanks to all the viewers that told us about the stabbing earlier this morning at Connecticut Distributors, Inc. at 333 Lordship Boulevard. Police confirmed that one person is in critical condition as a result and said that the public is in no danger.
Today’s Vehicle Fire
2023-12-01@4:55pm--#Stratford CT-- Today's vehicle fire was inside a garage in the 100 block of Garibaldi Avenue. The fire did not extend to the home. The fire marshal has been called to investigate the cause of the fire.
Tonight’s Vehicle Fire
2023-11-20@12:49pm--#Stratford CT-- #cttraffic-- A fully engulfed car fire on the Sikorsky Bridge on the Merritt Parkway northbound.
Stratford News: Candles…No Porch Fire
2023-11-12@8:08pm--#Stratford CT-- Firefighters are in the 1100 block of Stratford Avenue for a report porch fire. Turns out to be a candle on the porch. But now you know what all the noise was about!!
Book Scientists
The Stratford Library Children’s Dept. will offer Book Scientist kits for children ages3-12. Each kit includes books and activities. Books are selected based on the ageof the child participating. This month the theme is Dinosaurs (November 17).Return the Library books when they are due and keep everything else! To register,visit the website at stratfordlibrary.org, then choose Events. For more informationabout Library programs and services for children, call 203.385.4165 or visitstratfordlibrary.org/kids.
November Storytimes
The Stratford Library Children’s Dept. offers weekly storytimes for children.Storytimes meet at 10:30 am. On Mondays, Toddler Time meets for ages 0-2. OnTuesdays, Preschool Storytime meets for ages 3-5. Baby Lapsit meets on Thursdaysfor babies 0-18 months. Friday Fun offers stories and songs for ages 2-5. (Nostorytimes on November 23 and 24). Enjoy early literacy activities and meet otherfamilies at Library storytimes. To register, visit the website at stratfordlibrary.org,then choose Events. For more information about Library programs and services forchildren, call 203.385.4165 or visit stratfordlibrary.org/kids.
Stratford Library’s “Sunday Afternoon Talks”
The Stratford Library's "Sunday Afternoon Talks" series will be featuring a captivating presentation on the American Revolution on November 12. This event aims to shed light on the often overlooked participation and crucial role played by people of color during this historical period. The speaker, Eric Chandler, will return to the library to deliver a thought-provoking discussion titled "Slaves, Freemen & Haitians in the American Revolution: Between a Rock and a Hard Place." Chandler's talk will delve into the narratives of individuals who, motivated by the pursuit of freedom from chattel slavery, fought for both the Revolutionary cause and the British forces. The talk will also explore the lesser-known stories of free Black individuals who fought alongside White colonists to…
I-95 Rollover
2023-10-28@11:44am--#Stratford CT-- Frank Recchia sent in this photo of a rollover accident on I-95 southbound.
STRATFORD HOSTS INAUGURAL VETERANS DAY PARADE
Saturday, November 11, 2023 STRATFORD- The Town of Stratford and the Marine Corps League Housatonic Detachment #1129 are pleased to announce the inaugural Veterans Day Parade on Saturday, November 11th. The parade steps off at 10am from Stratford Town Hall, traveling south on Main Street. The parade will conclude at the annual Veterans Day ceremony at Academy Hill, which is hosted by Stratford’s VFW Post 9460. “On Veterans Day we take time to honor and celebrate the sacrifices and contributions of all who served our country in the military and their families,” said Mayor Laura R. Hoydick, who will serve as Parade Marshal. “The Town is privileged to host this inaugural parade. Please join us as we salute our local…