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“Sunday Afternoon Talks” at Stratford Library Comical Therapist to Speak at SAT Finale on May 18

May 13, 2025 Stephen Krauchick

The Stratford Library will conclude “Sunday Afternoon Talks,” its series of informative and entertaining talks featuring prominent local guest speakers, on Sunday, May 18 at 2 pm. Guest speaker for the final SAT program of the season will be therapist and author Sherry Minniti D’Elia. The talk is free and open to the public. Sherry Minniti D’Elia has been a holistic psychotherapist in private practice for over 25 years. Her new book is Everything You Never Wanted To Know About Aging That You Wish Someone Told You Plus… What You Might Be Able To Do About It!. Her greatest passion is assisting people on their journeys of healing and self-discovery with suggestions about how to age gracefully. She believes that…

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Water Rescue

May 7, 2025 Stephen Krauchick

Stratford first responders were called to the Birdseye Boat Ramp when a car drove off the ramp into the Long Island Sound. The elderly man was deceased when the car was towed in. Police stated that he was the only person in the car and that the incident was self-initiated. 2025-05-07@1:30pm--#Stratford CT

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Stratford Smoke Shop Owner Arrested in Cannabis Sales Sting, Over 100 Pounds of Illegal THC Seized

May 3, 2025 Alex

On April 29, 2025, Stratford Police Department Narcotics, Vice and Intelligence Detectives, State of CT Department of Consumer Protection officials, State of CT Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services officials and State of CT Department of Revenue Officers, assembled to conduct compliance checks for the illegal sale of THC/Cannabis.Prior to conducting this compliance check, NVI Unit Detectives received intelligence from a Stratford Police Department School Resource Officer that multiple Stratford Middle School juvenile students were found to be in possession of vape pens.It was learned that Stratford Middle School students were buying these vape pens from “Smoke Shops” located within the Town of Stratford.The process to purchase a vape pen from a student was described to the SRO as…

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Stratford Structure Fire

May 1, 2025 Stephen Krauchick

Everyone made it out safely in a two-alarm fire in the 1600 block of Stratford Avenue across from the car wash. 2025-05-01@4:24pm--#Stratford CT -- ctfire

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STRATFORD LIBRARY TEEN EVENTS IN MAY 2025

Apr 30, 2025 Alex

5/1: 3:00–4:30 PM — Homeschoolers Meet-UpThis is a meet-up for tween and teen homeschoolers to connect. Enjoy an hour in the Teen Department to talk, play games or read some books. Grades 6–12. Registration is required. 5/5: 3:00–4:30 PM — Cinco de Mayo Drop-in CraftStop by the Teen Department to celebrate Cinco de Mayo! We'll make a craft, play music, and eat some snacks while learning about this Mexican celebration. Grades 6–12. No registration required. 5/8: 3:30–4:30 PM — Volunteer Open HouseThe 2025 Summer Volunteer Open House is coming soon! Mark your calendar if you’re interested in volunteering in the Children’s, Teen, and/or uCreate Department this summer. The meeting will cover applications, registrations, responsibilities, and schedules.Teen & uCreate applications: accepted…

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Stratford Police Arrest Man for Violating Protective Order, Illegal Gun Possession

Apr 30, 2025 Alex

Stratford, CT – On April 23, Stratford Police arrested 29-year-old Mark Febres after a domestic violence investigation led them to the Top Quality Vibes Bar in Orange. Febres, who is a convicted felon and the subject of a full no-contact protective order, was found with a Glock 43X firearm and taken into custody without incident. Febres was charged with Criminal Violation of a Protective Order, Harassment 1st Degree, and Stalking 2nd Degree. He is being held on a $200,000 bond with a court date set for April 25. The Orange Police Department took custody of the firearm and secured an additional arrest warrant, with further charges including Criminal Possession of a Firearm and Carrying a Pistol without a Permit. Febres…

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Merritt Rollover

Apr 23, 2025 Stephen Krauchick

Report of a rollover accident near exit 53 northbound. No word on injuries. 2025-04-23@9:25am--#Stratford CT-- #cttraffic

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Town of Stratford recognizes World Down Syndrome Day with Proclamation

Apr 13, 2025 Alex

To mark World Down Syndrome Day on Friday, March 21st, Mayor Hoydick of Stratford, has issued a proclamation to Amber Lehrman, her parents Melody and Phil, Councilman Alan Llewelyn, his daughter Mary Kathryn, and Gabby Brice encouraging residents to celebrate the achievements of individuals with Down syndrome. Mayor Hoydick presented the proclamation to Amber Lehrman, a student at Stratford High School and a member of the Down Syndrome Association of Connecticut (DS ACT). March 21st is a global day of celebration and awareness, observed by the United Nations since 2012 to raise public awareness of Down syndrome and promote the inclusion of people with Down syndrome. With support from the Down Syndrome Association of Connecticut, families around the state have…

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Mayor Laura R. Hoydick Announces Annual Veterans Breakfast Wednesday, May 21, 2025

Apr 13, 2025 Alex

STRATFORD -- Mayor Laura R. Hoydick today announced that the Town of Stratford will hostthis year’s annual Veterans Breakfast on Wednesday, May 21, 2025. The annual event, whichhas provided breakfast for more than 1,800 veterans since 2012, is scheduled to start at 9 a.m.,and will be held at Vazzano’s Four Seasons in Stratford. There is no charge for veterans or theirguest, who will receive a fully-served breakfast. In addition to breakfast, the Town is planning aprogram which includes key note speakers, recognition of Stratford Veterans and a traditionalperformance from the Stratford High School Select Choir.The deadline to register is Wednesday, May 14, 2024. Veterans and non-veterans who areinterested in attending may register by calling (203) 385-4029. Please ask to register…

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Six Arrested in Multi-Town Fentanyl Busts—Firearms, Cash, and an Aston Martin Seized

Apr 12, 2025 Alex

On March 27, 2025, Narcotics, Vice, and Intelligence Detectives observed Nicholas Chiarantano, 37, conduct a suspected drug transaction in a Stratford parking lot. After he entered a GMC Yukon, detectives stopped the vehicle and found both Chiarantano and the driver in possession of approximately 8 grams of heroin/fentanyl. Chiarantano was charged with illegal sales of a narcotic substance. He was held on a $5,000 bond and given a court date of April 4, 2025. The driver, Chester Chambers, 74, was also arrested during the same stop. In addition to the heroin/fentanyl, detectives found Chambers was illegally carrying a firearm. He was charged with carrying a pistol without a permit, illegal possession of a weapon in a motor vehicle, illegal transfer…

“Sunday Afternoon Talks” at Stratford Library Comical Therapist to Speak at SAT Finale on May 18

Water Rescue

Stratford Smoke Shop Owner Arrested in Cannabis Sales Sting, Over 100 Pounds of Illegal THC Seized

Stratford Structure Fire

STRATFORD LIBRARY TEEN EVENTS IN MAY 2025

Stratford Police Arrest Man for Violating Protective Order, Illegal Gun Possession

Merritt Rollover

Town of Stratford recognizes World Down Syndrome Day with Proclamation

Mayor Laura R. Hoydick Announces Annual Veterans Breakfast Wednesday, May 21, 2025

Six Arrested in Multi-Town Fentanyl Busts—Firearms, Cash, and an Aston Martin Seized

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