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Stratford News: Weapon Arrest

#Stratford CT---On 06/19/2019 the Stratford Narcotics Vice and Intel Unit, in coordination with the Bridgeport Police Task Force executed a search warrant for narcotics sales at 1450 South Ave Stratford CT. This Search Warrant was the culmination of an investigation that focused on Narcotics Sales as well as Firearms related crimes within the Town of Stratford. The subject of the investigation, Courtney Dyce D.O.B 09/29/2000 was taken into custody as he was leaving the residence. During a search of the residence, Detectives located several ounces of marijuana and packaging. Additionally, Detectives located a stolen Smith and Wesson .40 caliber handgun which was loaded with several rounds of ammunition. Dyce is currently on probation for a previous firearms arrest from 07/04/2018…

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Stratford EMS Receives EMS Silver Plus Award

Stratford EMS (SEMS) has received the American Heart Association’s Mission: Lifeline® EMS Silver Plus Award for implementing quality improvement measures for the treatment of patients who experience severe heart attacks. Every year, more than 250,000 people experience an ST elevation myocardial infarction (STEMI) the deadliest type of heart attack caused by a blockage of blood flow to the heart that requires timely treatment. To prevent death, it’s critical to restore blood flow as quickly as possible, either by mechanically opening the blocked vessel or by providing clot-busting medication. The Mission: Lifeline initiative provides tools, training and other resources to support heart attack care following protocols from the most recent evidence-based treatment guidelines. Mission: Lifeline’s EMS recognition program recognizes emergency medical services for their…

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I-95 Exit 30 Closed

2019-06-17 @ 2:19pm--#Stratford CT-- #cttraffic-- I-95 northbound exit 30 and the right lane is closed due to an accident.  Expect delays.   Noticas de Stratford: Accidente 2019-06-17 a las 2:19pm–#Stratford CT– #cttraffic– I-95 en dirección norte salida 30 en el carril derecho está cerrado debido a un accidente. Espere retrasos.

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“As You Like It” Performance

The Stratford Library, 2203 Main Street, announces that the Hudson Shakespeare Company of New Jersey will return to Stratford on Saturday, June 29 for its production of “As You Like It”.  Performed outside in the library’s scenic back courtyard, the fully-staged and costumed performance is free and open to the public. “As You Like It” is a celebration of the enduring power of love in all its many disguises. Witty, playful and utterly magical, the story is a compelling romantic adventure in which Rosalind and Orlando's famous courtship is played out against a backdrop of political rivalry, banishment and exile to the Forest of Arden. “As You Like It” was written in 1599 and marks a high point in Shakespeare’s midcareer with…

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Stratford looks to acquire lighthouse

STRATFORD- Mayor Laura R. Hoydick announced Friday that the Town of Stratford has entered into a license agreement with the United States Coast Guard for the property at the Stratford Point Lighthouse. Under terms of the agreement, the Town of Stratford has use of the lighthouse property and associated buildings and structures, while the Coast Guard continues to operate and maintain the light.  The Town agrees to maintain and upkeep the property and buildings.  Payment from the Town for the agreement is a single dollar. The Mayor says that she hopes to see the location become available to the public, and available to reserve for events and functions after some preparation and restoration is performed at the site. “For generations the…

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The Ole’ Water Company Trick-Robbery

#Stratford CT--The Stratford Police Department investigated a distraction burglary on Broadbridge Avenue today. The incident occurred at approximately 1030 am when an unidentified male posing as a water company employee used fake identification to gain access to the home stating he needed to check the water in the residence. The homeowner escorted the suspect into the basement at which time two unidentified suspects entered the home and committed the burglary. The suspects fled the scene toward Winter Street prior to police arrival. Susp#1 White Male, appx. 5’10”, White Button Down Shirt w/Blue Stripes Gray Hat with a Red Logo Susp#2 White Male Average Height, Brown Hair Stocky Build Susp#3 White Male appx. 5’11” White Shirt, Brown Hurly Hair   Homeowners…

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Stratford News: Child Porn Arrest

#Stratford CT-- The Stratford Police Department Detective Bureau received a child pornography complaint from the National Center for Missing Exploited Children during the month of February, 2019. Detectives conducted an investigation which led to the identification of John Kenneth Stone (DOB 10/03/1942). Stone is employed as a School Bus Driver with the Durham Bus Services. Detectives executed a search warrant at Stone’s residence in Stratford. During the search warrant the Stratford Police Computer Forensics Unit seized a laptop computer. A forensic analysis of the computer located a large number of images and videos identified as Child Pornography. On 05/23/2019 Stone was taken into custody. He was charged with Possession of Child Pornography in the First Degree 53a- 196d. Stone posted…

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I-95 Rollover

2019-05-29 @ 5:55pm #Stratford CT--#cttraffic-- One lane of traffic is squeaking by in the left lane on I-95 northbound after a rollover crash near exit 32.   Accidente 2019-05-29 @ 5:55pm #Stratford CT – #cttraffic – El carril izquierdo en el I-95 norte esta lento después de un carro que se viro cerca de la salida 32.

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Stratford Library Book Talk On May 29th

The Stratford Library “Books Over Coffee” program continues its 2019 spring series with a discussion of Tommy Orange’s acclaimed debut novel, There There, on Wednesday, May 29th at noon. The program, hosted by Stratford educator and author Kathleen Faggella, is free and open to the public. Tommy Orange’s groundbreaking novel poses the question, "What does it really mean to be a Native American?" There There follows a unique cast of teenagers and elders who ask this question in light of the complexity of the modern world. Their detachment from tradition, their fractured families and the hustle and bustle of life in contemporary Oakland, California, make their identity as Indians even more elusive. Tommy Orange’s first novel is a wondrous and…

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Stratford News: Armed Robbery At Honeyspot Gulf

2019-05-28 @ 10:50pm--#Stratford CT--The Honeyspot Gulf located at 245 Honeyspot Rosd was robbed at gunpoint.  The suspect fled in a large blue or black SUV.  The robber netted $50 in one dollar bills.   Noticias de Stratford: Robo con arma 2019-05-28 @ 10:50pm – #Stratford CT – El Golfo de Honeyspot ubicado en 245 Honeyspot Rosd fue robado con pistola. El sospechoso huyó en un SUV azul oscuro o negro. El ladrón se fue con $50 en billetes de un dólar.

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