Stratford

Stratford News: Taco Thursday

2019-07-25 @ 12:39pm-- #Stratford CT-- We hear a lot of "person down" calls, especially in the hot weather but this is the first time we are getting a person down call inside a port-a-potty at 245 King Street near the high school construction site.  Come to think of it, I'm surprised we don't hear more like this....   This news report is made possible by:  

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Stratford News: Disorderly Conduct Arrest

#Stratford CT--On 07-19-2019 Andre Larson age 19 of Bridgeport and Elijah Sampson age 20 of Bridgeport were arrested along with two local juveniles ages 14 and 15. The group was approached by an Officer who was investigating a complaint of cyclists who have been loitering in and near Longbrook Park blocking traffic and harassing residents. As the Officer approached the group fled on their bikes. While fleeing, the group rode through the park and splash pad area where small children were playing. Officers apprehended the group a short time later. Lawson was charged with Disorderly Conduct, Interfering and Violating Town Ordinance Reckless or uncontrolled Bicycle Operation. Sampson was charged with Disorderly Conduct, Interfering and Violating Town Ordinance Reckless or uncontrolled…

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Stratford News: Blues On The Beach

STRATFORD – The annual “Blues on the Beach” summer music festival is about to take place this Saturday, July 20,  and this year a designated drop-off and pick-up zone has been established for the event located at Wayne’s Walk at the intersection of Riverdale Drive and Lighthouse Ave. This will serve as a designated drop-off or pick-up area for Uber, Lyft or taxis and other passenger services to accommodate their customers. Those who are dropping off their children, seniors or the disabled can drop passengers at a designated location at the concession stand location. The event opens to the public at 9:30 a.m., and performances begin at noon.  The festivities will go until 9:30 p.m. A police officer will be…

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Stratford’s Blues On The Beach

STRATFORD – Stratford is set for its annual “Blues on the Beach” summer music festival, which has become an increasingly popular summer ritual for the coastal town. The event will take place at Short Beach on Saturday, July 20th, from 12:00 pm-9:30 pm.  Blues is part of the Stratford Celebrate Festivals and is run by volunteer, Erin McLaughlin.   “Erin and her team do an amazing job of organizing the bands, stage, and vendors. We’re looking forward to celebrating at this great summertime festival, enjoy the sun and sand, amazing music, and some of the best views that Stratford has to offer,” said Mayor Laura R. Hoydick.    This year, access to the beach will be closed on Friday, July 19th,…

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Stratford News: Weapons and Narcotics Arrest

#Stratford CT--On 06/19/2019 the Stratford Narcotics Unit, in coordination with the Bridgeport Police Task Force, Safe Streets Task Force and the Norwalk Police Narcotics Unit executed two Search Warrants for Narcotics and Firearms Violations. These Search Warrants were the culmination of an investigation conducted by the Stratford Narcotics Unit and the Bridgeport Police Task Force that focused on Narcotics Sales as well as Firearms related crimes within the Town of Stratford and City of Bridgeport. The Target of the Investigation, Manuel Rivas D.O.B 07/17/1989, was taken into custody after attempting to evade Detectives when they tried to conduct a motor vehicle stop. During a search of the residence, Detectives located two (2) firearms loaded with several rounds of ammunition as…

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Stratford News: Boat On The Break Waters

2019-06-22 @ 3:00PMish-- The Coast Guard was busy with a boat that drifted into the break waters on the Housatonic River.  There was no one on board which concerned them but they were able to get a hold of the boat's owner who said no one should have been on board.   Great day for our tasty sponsor!   Noticias de Stratford: Recuperando un barco 2019-06-22 a 3:00PMish– La Guardia Costera estaba ocupada con un barco que se desprendía en las aguas de descanso en el río Housatonic. No había nadie a bordo que les preocupara, pero pudieron apoderarse del dueño del barco que dijo que nadie debería haber estado a bordo.

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Stratford News: Popped By A Pop

2019-06-21@4:34pm--#Stratford CT-- EMS dispatched to the Mobil Station at 2775 Nichols Avenue for a person that was hit in the head by a soda can.   This news report is made possible by: Noticias de Bridgeport: Persona fue golpeada en la cabeza con una bebida 2019-06-21-4:34pm–#Stratford CT – EMS enviado a la estación Mobil en 2775 Avenida Nichols para una persona que fue golpeada en la cabeza por una lata de refresco.

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