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Memorial Sloan Kettering and Hartford Health Care Announce Partnership to Transform Cancer Care in Connecticut

Jun 10, 2024 Stephen Krauchick

https://youtu.be/0N-dOgHR4LY Memorial Sloan Kettering (MSK) and Hartford Health Care are proud to announce a groundbreaking partnership aimed at transforming cancer care delivery for patients in Connecticut. The collaboration, announced during a special event attended by healthcare leaders and dignitaries, marks a significant milestone in the ongoing efforts to enhance access to high-quality cancer care across the state. The partnership between MSK, a world-renowned cancer center, and Hartford Health Care, a leading healthcare system in Connecticut, represents a commitment to advancing cancer care through collaboration, innovation, and shared expertise. By leveraging MSK's expertise in cancer research and treatment protocols and Hartford Health Care's extensive network of facilities and healthcare professionals, the partnership aims to elevate the standard of cancer care and…

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Fatal Collision motor vehicle versus motorcycle

Jun 3, 2024 Stephen Krauchick

https://youtu.be/2LfeK3Ek728 On June 2, 2024, at approximately 6:18 pm, the Bridgeport Emergency Operations Center received several calls for an accident involving a motorcycle versus a motor vehicle. The callers stated the collision occurred at 1853 Stratford Avenue and the two occupants of the motorcycle were unconscious on the ground. Bridgeport Fire Engine Units, American Medical Response (AMR), and Bridgeport Police Officers were dispatched to the location. Bridgeport Police Units arrived on scene and observed two individuals on the ground next to Stratford Avenue and Edwin Street. The two individuals appeared to be seriously injured and unresponsive. The two individuals received medical assistance and they were transported to the Bridgeport Hospital Medical Center by AMR. The Bridgeport Police Serious Crash Team…

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ATTORNEY GENERAL TONG SUES NAUGATUCK USED CAR DEALERSHIP OVER DECEPTIVE SALES OF POTENTIALLY UNSAFE VEHICLES

May 31, 2024 Alex

(Hartford, CT) – Attorney General William Tong today announced a lawsuit against A Better Way Wholesale Autos, Inc. of Naugatuck, alleging that the dealership offered for sale used vehicles lacking necessary safety inspections and related documentation. The Office of the Attorney General first opened an investigation into A Better Way Wholesale Autos in 2021 following numerous consumer complaints. Consumers reported that vehicles were not inspected prior to sale or putting down deposits. Consumers also complained of defective engines, transmissions, suspensions and other major components discovered shortly after sale, including undriveable cars. Other complaints referenced undisclosed damage, accident histories, and flood damage. “A Better Way Wholesale Autos failed to complete and document critical safety inspections that are required by law. They…

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Shelton News: Shelton man sexually assaults Neighbor

Apr 29, 2024 Alex

On 04/24/2024 the Shelton Police received a complaint from a 29-year-old female that her next-door neighbor had sexually assaulted her. The female stated she went next door to 76-year-old Dennis Barry’s house to see if her package was mistakenly delivered to him. She claimed while there Barry inappropriately kissed her and fondled her breasts. The female also claimed that Barry tried to get her to touch his genital area.Barry was arrested and charged with Sexual Assault 4th Degree. Barry was released on a $2500.00 bond and as part of his conditions of release, he is to have no contact with the female neighbor. Barry was given a Derby Superior court date of 4/29/2024.

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BLUMENTHAL SPONSORS GREEN NEW DEAL FOR PUBLIC HOUSING ACT TO SIGNIFICANTLY UPGRADE PUBLIC HOUSING & CREATE NEW AFFORDABLE HOUSING

Apr 28, 2024 Alex

[HARTFORD, CT] – U.S. Senator Richard Blumenthal (D-CT) joined Senate colleagues in reintroducing legislation that would take on the affordable housing crisis and the existential threat of climate change. The Green New Deal for Public Housing Act invests up to $234 billion over ten years to transition the entire public housing stock in the United States into zero-carbon, highly energy-efficient homes – dramatically improving living conditions for nearly 2 million people in public housing across the country. The legislation also creates up to 280,000 good-paying, union jobs per year, while reducing annual carbon emissions by roughly 5.7 million metric tons – the equivalent of taking over 1.26 million cars off the road. “We need to address both the climate and housing crisis through dramatic renovation,…

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Shelton Update in Stabbing

Apr 25, 2024 Alex

On April 23rd, at approximately 7:45pm, Shelton Police and EMS were called to a residence on Walnut Tree Hill Road for a report of a stabbing. Police arrived and located one victim. The victim was a 35-year-old female. The initial investigation revealed that a male and two females were hanging out at the residence. An argument ensued between the male and the victim. The male then physically assaulted and strangled the victim. The male got a knife and stabbed the victim. The male then got into a vehicle and fled the scene. The victim suffered non-life-threatening injuries from the assault and was evaluated by EMS at the scene. Two juvenile teenagers were also at the residence, but were not harmed.…

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Shelton News: Update on Stabbing

Apr 24, 2024 Alex

On 04-23-24 at approximately 7:45pm, Shelton Police and EMS were called to a residence on Walnut Tree Hill Rd for a report of a stabbing. Police arrived and located one victim. The victim was a 35-year-old female.The initial investigation revealed that a male and two females were hanging out at the residence. An argument ensued between the male and the victim. The male then physically assaulted and strangled the victim. The male got a knife and stabbed the victim. The male then got into a vehicle and fled the scene.The victim suffered non-life-threatening injuries from the assault and was evaluated by EMS at the scene. Two juvenile teenagers were also at the residence, but were not harmed.Police also determined that…

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Town Reinstates Timed Parking Enforcement to Manage Parking Availability

Apr 23, 2024 Alex

Westport, CT – The First Selectwoman’s Office and the Police Department have announced that effective May 1, 2024, timed parking limits will be reinstated and enforced in Town parking lots and on Town roadways in Downtown Westport. Timed parking limits in Town owned parking lots and roadways are now 3 hours, increased from the previously enforced 1 and 2-hour limits, as approved by the Board of Selectwomen. Posted limits will be enforced from 8 AM to 6 PM, 7 days a week. Parking on Post Road East will remain timed for 1 or 2 hours. New signage has been installed in all Town parking lots and roadways to reflect the updated time limits. Residents, employees, business owners, and visitors are…

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