#Stratford CT– In consideration of inclement winter weather there will be a parking ban in Stratford today, Saturday, January 18 until 6:00pm on Sunday, January 19, to accommodate clearing of streets. Parking is permitted on the even numbered side of the road only.
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STRATFORD – The Shakespeare Property Subcommittee, formed by the Redevelopment Agency (RDA), will hold its first meeting on Thursday, January 16th, at 6:00pm in the Town Council Chambers at Town Hall. The meeting is open to the public.
The Subcommittee has been formed to develop steps in the next phase of redevelopment of the vacant property that once was the site of the historic American Shakespeare Festival Theater, which was lost to arson on January 13, 2019.
“We are very thankful to those who volunteered and served on the Task Force, as well as the many residents who made their voices heard concerning what they want to see at the former site of the theater,” said Stratford Mayor Laura R. Hoydick. “The time has come to develop a plan that answers the collective wishes of residents. I appreciate the commitment of the members of this new subcommittee – we will be supporting them in every way possible as they begin their work.”
Members of the Subcommittee include Tony Nizzardo, Tom Dillon, Patti Sorrentino-Galello and Peter Wood, who are joined by two new members- Richard Tahlberg and Greg Reilly.
Throughout most of last year, the Shakespeare Property Task Force, appointed by Mayor Hoydick, held multiple community forums and workshops to determine what Town residents wanted to see happen with the property following the loss of the theater. An online survey was also conducted of residents to learn their preferences.
The community was very engaged, and the predominant sentiment of residents was that the property be used for a multi-purpose facility including a theater, and for open space. Such uses are in keeping with the deed restrictions on the property when the Town received it from the State of Connecticut in 2005. Those restrictions include a minimum of 20% preserved as open space, and the entire property being accessible by the general public.
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2020-01-09@4:27pm–#Stratford CT– EMS on the way to Graham Street where a worker shot a nail in his foot.
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Stratford- On 01/07/2020 the Stratford Narcotics Vice and Intel Unit, with the assistance of the Bridgeport Police Task Force as well as the FBI Safe Streets Task Force, executed a Search Warrant for Narcotics and Firearms related violations. The Search Warrant was the culmination of an investigation conducted by the Stratford Narcotics and Vice Unit that focused on Narcotics Sales and Firearms related crimes within the Town of Stratford and Fairfield County. Through the investigation, Detectives learned that Kevin Tobar, and his associates were responsible for the distribution of a large amount of Marijuana, Heroin and illegal THC vape pens.
The Targets of the investigation, Kevin Tobar D.O.B 08/31/1996 and Jonathan Matos D.O.B 08/12/1991 were taken into custody without incident. During a Search of the residence, Detectives located a Stolen Firearm loaded with (15) rounds of ammunition as well numerous pounds of Marijuana packaged for sale, more than 1 Kilo of Heroin, several hundred Oxycodone pills, several thousand dollars in US currency and a ballistic vest. Additionally, Detectives located several items used to process, mix and package heroin. Tobar has several cases pending for prior Narcotics related offenses. Due to the above, Tobar and Matos were placed under arrest and transported to HQ where they were photographed and processed. Both Tobar and Matos were charged as follows:
Criminal Possession of Firearm CGS 53a-217c, Illegal Transfer Firearm CGS 29-33, Possession With Intent to Sell Marijuana in excess of 1 Kilo CGS 21a-277(b)
Possession High Capacity Magazine CGS 53-202w(c1), Operating a Drug Factory CGS 21a-277(c), Possession With Intent to Sell Heroin 21a-278(b), possession With Intent to Sell Narcotics 1a-278(b)
Tobar and Matos were given a Court date of 01/08/2020 and each issued a $500,000 bond which they were unable to post. Tobar and Matos were placed in the lockup awaiting arraignment.
2020-01-05@4:11pm–#Stratford CT– A pedestrian was struck outside Stop and Shop at 200 East Main Street. No word on the extent of injuries.
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2020-01-03@4:44pm–#Stratford CT– A load bearing wall was damaged at Great Wall Restaurant located at 2590 Broadbridge Avenue. A load bearing wall was damaged, the building inspector and health inspector was called to the scene.
On January 12, 2019 at approximately 2:20 AM, Eduardo Concepcion was sitting in his vehicle on Regency Terrace. Two unknown assailants approached Concepcion’s vehicle and a verbal argument ensued. At some point during the argument, several shots were fired into the car killing Concepcion. The suspects were both dressed in dark clothing. One suspect was seen with bright white sneakers on. Both suspects fled the scene following the shooting on Peace Street towards Thompson Street. Help the Stratford Police take these dangerous suspects off the street.
A $50,000 REWARD is being offered for information leading to the ARREST AND CONVICTION of these suspects. Anyone with information is asked to call Detective Therina at the Stratford Police Department Detective Division – 203-385-4128
2019-12-25@12:09am–#Stratford CT–#Milford CT– #cttraffic– A car drove up on the sidewalk on the Sikorsky Bridge, southbound on the Merritt Parkway. The vehicle has no driver and person was seen running northbound on the sidewalk away from the crash.
2019-12-20@10:22pm–#cttraffic–#Stratford CT– #Milford CT– Report of crash on Route 15 northbound near exit 53 with injuries.
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The Stratford Library “Books Over Coffee” program concludes its 2019 series with a discussion of New Milford author Terri-Lynne DeFino’s popular novel, The Bar Harbor Retirement Home for Famous Writers (And Their Muses), on Wednesday, December 18th at noon. The program, guest hosted this month by Kathleen Faggella and featuring the author, is free and open to the public.
Terri-Lynne DeFino’s novel is a whimsical, moving story about a retirement home for literary legends who spar, conjure up new stories, and almost magically change the lives of the people around them. DeFino will be the special guest at the discussion enlightening readers about her process and answering questions. Autographed copies of her book will be available for purchase following the program.
“Books Over Coffee” will be held in the Stratford Library’s Lovell Room beginning at noon on December 18th. Readers are invited to bring a bag lunch to the program and coffee and tea is also served. Limited reading copies of The Bar Harbor Retirement Home… are available for loan at the library’s Circulation Desk. All “Books Over Coffee” titles are available at the Library or on Kindle eReaders for loan. Patrons can also download the ebook or eaudiobook through the OverDrive app at the Library. “Books Over Coffee” will continue in January 2020. A new list of book titles will be announced soon.
For further information, call the Library’s Programs and Public Relation Office at 203.385.4162 or visit: www.stratfordlibrary.org.
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