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…
Stratford News: Pedestrian Struck
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. This news report is made possible by:
Stratford News: Wall Damaged At Great Wall
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.
$50,000 Reward!
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…
Driver On Sikorsky Bridge Sidewalk Flees
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.
Merritt Crash
2019-12-20@10:22pm--#cttraffic--#Stratford CT-- #Milford CT-- Report of crash on Route 15 northbound near exit 53 with injuries. This news report is made possible by:
Books Over Coffee
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 Fire Department Awards Ceremony
2019-12-11--#Stratford CT-- Tonight, the Stratford Firefighters presented awards to firefighters who went above the line of duty as well as police and dispatchers as well as unit citations. Firefighters Steven Ash and Jacob Hall were sworn in to the department. DC/FM Brian Lampart was awarded the 30 year pin, Lieutenants Kevin Lantowsky, John Roberts and Firefighter Gregory Anderson were award a 20 year pin and Firefighter Richard Barry received a 10 year pin. Samuel Khalil of Vazzy’s Italian Restaurant was awarded the Citizen’s Award for consistent support to the Stratford Firefighters.
Today’s Vehicle Fire
2019-12-11 @ 1:34pm--Today's vehicle fire is being hosted by Stratford on the Merritt Parkway near exit 52 southbound. EMS just dispatched for someone injured in the fire. No word if it was a firefighter or civilian. I'll be recording Stratford FD's awards ceremony tonight so I'll find out then! This news report is made possible by:
Stratford News: Tax Revaluation
#STRATFORD – Following the state-mandated (C.G.S. 12-55) 2019 Revaluation process in the Town of Stratford, residents can expect to receive their Notices of Assessment Change in the mail next week. The notices will demonstrate what the previous assessed value based on the October 1, 2014 Revaluation of their real property was, and what the new proposed assessment will be for the October 1, 2019 Revaluation. Residents who receive their new proposed assessment and have evidence demonstrating that the market value for their property differs from the proposed assessment can schedule an informal hearing with the revaluation company, Municipal Valuation Services, LLC, by visiting www.munival.com/stratford. Instructions will be included in the mailed notice. Residents who wish to do so should book their…