Congressman Jim Himes (CT-04) announced that Sacred Heart University, Fairfield University, and University of Bridgeport will receive $4,904,990 in grant funding from the Behavioral Health Workforce Education and Training Program (BHWET). This Health and Human Service program works to increase access to quality mental health services by increasing the number of mental health professionals. “The COVID-19 pandemic has exacerbated the number of Americans experiencing difficulties with mental health,” said Himes. “In 2020, we saw a nearly 30% increase in drug overdose deaths, partially caused by pandemic-related stress and lack of access to mental health services; the shortage of mental health professionals is a major contributor to this lack of access. As our communities move past COVID-19, a lot of the trauma remains, which is why ensuring there are enough mental health professionals in our area is more urgent than ever. I’m pleased to see federal dollars…
Bridgeport News: Delivery Driver Robbed
2021-08-02@ 5:41pm SUNDAY-- Police said that a delivery driver was robbed by 4 males while on Sunshine Circle. His phone was taken and they tried by failed to take his car. This news report is made possible by:
Bridgeport News: Attempted Home Invasion
2021-08-03@12:51am--#Bridgeport CT-- #Fairfield CT-- Bridgeport Police warned Fairfield Police of 4 males who attempted to enter a home in the 800 block of Burnsford Avenue which is across from Merritt Street across from Park Avenue. They believe it was part a group wanted for home invasions. They were last seen on Madison Avenue towards Thorme Street. Way to warn your citizens Mayor Ganim! No mention home invasions at all even though I ask for significant incidents twice a week. This news report is made possible by: Visit Penfield Service's website: https://penfieldservicecenterct.com/
Today’s 2nd Vehicle Fire
2021-08-02@11:37pm--#Milford CT-- #Stratford CT-- #cttraffic-- Today's 2nd vehicle fire is right on the Moses Wheeler Bridge I-95 northbound. Everyone is out of the vehicle.
Fairfield News: Hazmat At Nursing Home
UPDATE: Assistant Fire Chief Schuyler Sherwood told me there is an unidentified chemical spill in the basement and they are waiting for the rest of the Hazmat team to assemble before making entry. They are monitoring air quality levels throughout the hospital and all readings are normal and they will continue to monitor the air quality. 2021-08-02 @5:42pm-- #Fairfield CT-- Firefighters called to Regal Care at Southport at 930 Mill Hill Terrace for the smell of oil or something similar in the basement. Firefighters have called out the area Hazmat team to the scene. Whatever it is, our sponsor can make it like it never even happened!
Today’s Vehicle Fire
2021-08-02@4:00pm--#Bridgeport CT-- Today's vehicle fire is at the entrance to Beardsley Park on East Main Street. Firefighters quickly taking care of the fully engulfed car fire. This news report is made possible by: See the deals at: https://www.ladaautosales.com/
Milford News: Kayaker Rescued
2021-08-02 @1:16pm--#Milford CT-- First responders rescue a kayaker off Milford Point Road. According to radio reports he was dehydrated and nervous. This news report is made possible by:
ATTORNEY GENERAL TONG ALERTS BUSINESSES AND GOVERNMENT ENTITIES TO TAKE PROMPT ACTION TO PROTECT OPERATIONS AND PERSONAL INFORMATION
Hartford, CT) – Following an unnerving increase in the frequency and scale of ransomware attacks across the globe—underscored by the massive attack on software company Kaseya on the brink of the July 4th holiday weekend—Attorney General William Tong is leading a bipartisan coalition of attorneys general in urging businesses and government entities to immediately assess their current data security practices and take appropriate steps to protect operations and consumer data. Ransomware is a form of malware designed to encrypt files on a device, rendering any files and the systems that rely on them unusable. Cybercriminals demand ransom in exchange for decryption, often threatening to sell or leak exfiltrated information if the ransom is not paid. Ransomware is a growing threat,…
Fairfield News: Attempted Theft
2021-08-01@10:24pm--#Fairfield CT-- Police nab a man in his 40's attempting to steal a bicycle at Planet Pizza at 733 Post Road. The bicycle was locked and he moved on. Police had two other run in's with the man in July. This news report is made possible by: https://ctbattery.com/
Bridgeport News: Street Fight
2021-08-01@7:33pm--#Bridgeport CT-- According to radio reports, a street fight outside of building 5 Green Homes prevents firefighters and EMS from treating a medical call until police arrived. A short time later a second ambulance was requested for one of the participants in the street fight. A source has told me a crime scene has been set up. This news report is made possible by: