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Seymour News: 2 Pedestrians Struck

#Seymour CT-- The Seymour Police Department is investigating a car vs pedestrian crash which occurred at 6:05 pm on Bank St (Rt. 67) in front of Klarides Village shopping center. At the present time the road is shut down and will be for at least the next 3 to 4 hours or longer. Please avoid the area and use alternate routes. The road is shut down at Bank St and Swan Ave and Bank St and Woodside Ave as well as the entrance/exit of Klarides Village shopping center. The vehicle struck 2 pedestrians and left the scene without stopping. Only description is a dark colored SUV with heavy frontend damage. If anyone was in the area at the time and…

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Ansonia News: Shots Fired

2021-12-09@1:00pm--The Ansonia Police Department received multiple 911 calls reporting shots fired on Fourth Street. Officers responding to the scene found several shell casings on Fourth Street and Star Street. Witnesses to the shooting reported three suspects, possibly male unknown race, were walking in the area and all three fired handguns around the intersection of Fourth Street and Star Street. The suspects were all dressed in dark clothing with winter hats and masks. They ran from the scene and may have entered an older model red Hyundai. Several of the shots struck a home and parked car, but no people were shot. This press release was made possible by: https://www.bmwofbridgeport.com/

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Fairfield News: Shots Fired Incident

On 12/08/2021, the Fairfield Police began receiving 911 calls reporting shots fired in the area of Fairfield Woods Road and Stillson Road. A caller observed the passenger's arm reach out of the open passenger's side front window, point a pistol into the air, and discharge four gunshots into the air. It was reported that the vehicle continued driving at a high rate of speed and turned eastbound onto Fairfield Woods Road. It was observed four more muzzle flashes from the vehicle at the intersection of Fairfield Woods Road and High Ridge Road. COMPLAINANT observed the vehicle enter the Fairfield Woods Library driveway and he lost sight of the vehicle. A license plate was provided. A Fairfield PD Special Officer was…

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Fairfield News: School Threat

2021-12-09 #Fairfield CT-- Police statement:  Early this morning, the Fairfield Police Department was made aware of a text message that mentioned a possible threat to the high schools. Police were immediately notified and investigated. Security measures were implemented at both high schools during the investigation. It has since been determined that the text was in reference to an incident from Trumbull that occurred yesterday. There are no threats to the students and staff of the Fairfield Public Schools. All schools have returned to normal operations. This press release was made possible by: See the deals at: https://www.ladaautosales.com/

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Bridgeport News: 2nd 2 Alarm Fire

2021-12-09@3:59AM--#BRIDGEPORT—#ctfire A viewer sent in this phot from a fire in the 800th block of Shelton Avenue. Bridgeport Fire Department Incident Command reported a working fire which was subsequently upgraded to a 2nd alarm. On-scene reports indicated one burn victim that was transported to the hospital. Unknown status on the victims condition at this time but reports indicate significant burns and smoke inhalation. Nine (9) residents displaced and are being assisted by the American Red Cross. Mutual aid provided by Stratford and Fairfield Fire Departments assisted with fire station coverage.

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GOVERNOR LAMONT LAUNCHES $2.7 MILLION PROGRAM TO ENHANCE MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES AT HIGHER EDUCATION INSTITUTIONS

Connecticut Campus Mental Health Program Will Provide Funding to Support Student Mental Health Services Following Impact of COVID-19 Pandemic (HARTFORD, CT) – Governor Ned Lamont today announced the launch of a new state program that will provide $2.7 million to colleges and universities in Connecticut as they respond to the ongoing student mental health challenges driven by the COVID-19 pandemic. Funding is being supported by the Governor’s Emergency Education Relief Fund, which utilizes federal coronavirus relief aid dedicated to the state. The Connecticut Campus Mental Health Program will provide awards to eligible higher education institutions to drive innovative and evidence-based strategies that enhance student access to care; boost education and awareness of mental health services and programs available to students,…

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