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Storm Readiness

HARTFORD, CT – Governor Ned Lamont and Connecticut emergency management officials are reminding Connecticut residents that with the height of hurricane season just around the corner, they should take the steps necessary to prepare for any type of severe weather that may impact the state. The Atlantic hurricane season runs each year from June 1 to November 30, with the principal threat period for Connecticut occurring between mid-August and mid-October. The Connecticut Division of Emergency Management and Homeland Security has issued a memo to their counterparts at the municipal level with guidance for the 2021 hurricane season. “It’s never too early to make sure you and your family are prepared for natural disasters,” Governor Lamont said. “Hurricane season is part of our reality…

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Bridgeport News: Low Police Personnel Creates A State Of Emergency

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Bridgeport News: Home Invasion

2021-07-08@12:15PMish-- #Bridgeport CT-- Viewers reported to me that there was a home invasion on Jewett Avenue near Peet Street. An elderly woman was followed home and the home invader forced his was in to her home by an armed suspect. The suspected got away on foot with nothing for his troubles. This is the type of warning along with other crimes of opportunity until Mayor Ganim took the access to the Bridgeport Police radio access away from the press, giving the illusion of a crime free city This news report is made possible by: Visit Penfield Service's website: https://penfieldservicecenterct.com/

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Bridgeport News: Painter Falls From Ladder

2021-07-08@2:24pm-- #Bridgeport CT-- A painter fell from a ladder on Park Terrace. EMS and firefighters on the scene. This news report is made possible by:

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Bridgeport News: Newfield Boat Ramp Closed

Bridgeport, CT – City of Bridgeport advises residents that the Newfield boat ramp located at 421 Seaview Avenue will be temporarily closed until further notice for safety concerns. City Engineer Jon Urquidi stated, “There is heavy rutting and visible holes in the Newfield ramp pavement. The goal is to have our paving contractor resurface this ramp within the next few weeks. Until then, there are two boat ramps that will continue to operate within City limits.”  The following two boat ramps will still be available: Seaside Park - **only available to individuals with a Bridgeport 2021 Park StickerBrewster Street – 51 Brewster Street The Department of Public Facilities and contractors will make repairs at the Newfield ramp for temporary access and estimate that…

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Trumbull News: Pedestrian Drive

2021-07-07@9:11pm--#Trumbull CT-- A pedestrian was struck on Gorham Place (off Main Street by the mall) and police are looking for a green sedan with a missing bumper. It does not sound like the pedestrian was too badly injured. This news report is made possible by:

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Bridgeport News: Car Hits House

2021-07-07@4:16pm--#Bridgeport CT-- A car hit a house on Exeter Street near Chopsey Hill. The car hit the the water main into the house causing flooding. The water was gushing into the home and and not wanting to wait for the water company, the firefighters worked to shut off the water in the roadway. Talk about dedication!

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Stratford Fireworks A Go For Tonight

STRATFORD- While inclement weather is being monitored for this afternoon and this evening, Mayor Laura R. Hoydick has announced that the Town Fireworks scheduled for Short Beach at sundown this evening will go forward.  Tonight’s firework show was already rescheduled from last week due to thunderstorms and heavy rain.  The Mayor noted that residents should be mindful of predicted inclement weather ahead of the event and plan accordingly.  The fireworks are planned to begin at sundown, but weather conditions may require an adjustment to later times if necessary.  The show will begin no earlier than 9:00pm. Residents are asked to be patient with the possibility of a weather related delay in start time.  Further updates will be made throughout the day if necessary, with updates…

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Bridgeport News: Child On Bike Hit By Car

2021-07-07@12:37pm--#Bridgeport CT-- Report of a child on a bicycle has been hit by a car on High Ridge Drive. There are no further details. This news report is made possible by: https://www.naturalannieessentials.com/

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Bridgeport News: Assault With A Firearm

On July 5, 2021, at approximately 11:11 p.m. the Bridgeport Emergency Operations Center received a report of a male party and his dog were shot in the 600 block of Trumbull Ave.  The victim, a 25-year-old Bridgeport man, was shot while lying in bed.  He was transported to an area hospital with a non-life-threatening gunshot wound.  The pet dog was transported to an area vet by the victims’ family (condition unknown). B.P.D. detectives responded to the hospital and crime scene.  During this incident at least 3 parked vehicles were struck by gunfire within the Trumbull Gardens Housing Complex and bullet projectiles entered at least 2 occupied apartments.    A large number of shell casings were found at the scene.  The…

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