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Manufacturing Job Training Partnership Begins Program at Derby High School

8 Week Program Preparing Adults for In-Demand Manufacturing Jobs Manufacturing remains a leading industry in the state, supporting over 150,000 jobs and providing family supporting wages to maintain thriving communities. Essential to the growth of manufacturing output is the continued flow of talented and skilled workers to move the industry forward. To facilitate a pipeline of future workers we are excited to announce the inaugural class of a new manufacturing training program for adults at Derby High School supported by a partnership of local organizations.“This program is an invaluable resource for residents who may find themselves unemployed or underemployed and looking for economic stability. It will provide participants in our community, our neighbors, with a meaningful pathway to gain the…

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Westport News: Scare At Trader Joes

2021-06-28@8:00pm--#Westport CT-- A woman entered Trader Joes at 400 Post Rd East and she locked herself in the back room. According to radio reports, she told the manager that people were following her and that had a firearm in her purse and wasn't afraid to use it. Police quickly apprehended the woman and the firearm. This news report is made possible by:

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Governor Ned Lamont, Lieutenant Governor Susan Bysiewicz,  Mayor Joe Ganim, Connecticut Housing Commissioner Seila Mosquera-Bruno, and other CT representatives and project funders come together with BNT CEO, Noah Gotbaum, to unveil our newest affordable housing development. West Liberty Commons provides 18 townhouse-style units in the Downtown West neighborhood and represents the latest of 4 projects completed by BNT since 2016. WHERE: 273 West Ave, Bridgeport, CT.

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2021-06-28 #Fairfield CT-- Fairfield Police were busy this morning and afternoon with two suspects going through garages and shed in the Castle, Longfellow and Jennings Road area. This news report is made possible by: Visit Penfield Service's website: https://penfieldservicecenterct.com/

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Fairfield Receives AAA Rating

“I am proud to announce the Town received another AAA rating from Moody’s Investors Services and FitchRatings”, said First Selectwoman Brenda Kupchick. The AAA rating enables the Town to borrow money at alow rate, saving taxpayer dollars. Moody’s specifically cited Fairfield’s “outstanding credit position” and that“the town’s economy and tax base are exceptionally healthy.” The Town's annual bond and note sale was held virtually on Wednesday, June 23 rd , with members of the bond committee, Selectwoman Nancy Lefkowitz, Town Treasurer Chris Tymniak, as well as CFO, Jared Schmitt. Long-term bonds in the amount of $28,395,000 and short-term notes in the amount of $13,855,000 were sold on the competitive market.  Janney Montgomery Scott submitted the winning bid, with a record-low…

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Bridgeport News: Man Shot Overnight

#Bridgeport CT-- On June 27, 2021 at approximately 2:07 a.m. Bridgeport Police responded to the area of Main Street and Capitol Avenue on the report of a street fight.  Officers were also advised of additional reports coming into the Emergency Operations Center of a party shot in the street outside the Mystique Gentlemen’s Club (2458 Main Street). Upon arrival, Uniformed Officers came upon a party shot in the neck.  The victim, a 28 year old Bridgeport man, was quickly transported to Saint Vincent’s Hospital via AMR Ambulance and continues to undergo treatment.  The victim was conscious and alert prior to, and upon, his arrival at the hospital. Bridgeport Detectives arrived on Main Street and took charge of the investigation.  The BPD Identification…

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