Bridgeport News: Basement Fire
2020-12-20@3:13pm--#Bridgeport CT-- #ctfire-- Firefighters are on scene of a basement fire in the 200 block of West Avenue. This news report is made possible by:
Ansonia News: Slippery Conditions
2020-12-20@2:14pm--#Ansonia CT-- Hill Street is closed due to a number of spinouts. This news report is made possible by:
Bridgeport News: Woman Scalded
2020-12-20@2:12pm--#Bridgeport CT-- First responders on the way to the Barnum House at 140 Fairfield Avenue where a woman accidently scalded her arms with hot grease. This news report is made possible by:
NEW GUIDELINES FOR CONNECTICUT’S COVID-19 TRAVEL ADVISORY
HARTFORD, CT – Governor Ned Lamont today announced that he has signed an executive order revising the guidelines for the travel advisory he enacted earlier this year in Connecticut amid the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic in order to streamline its operations and align with recently modified guidance on the virus from the U.S Center for Disease Control and Prevention. Effective at 12:01 a.m. on Saturday, December 19, 2020, the revised Connecticut COVID-19 Travel Advisory will: Apply to all travelers – both foreign and domestic – entering Connecticut from any location, except for the neighboring states of New Jersey, New York, and Rhode Island; andRequire all affected travelers to complete the Connecticut Travel Health Form (available at ct.gov/travelform) and self-quarantine for a period of 10 days or until a negative…
State Bond Commission Approves $3.7 Million for Cherry Street Development
#Bridgeport, CT – Mayor Ganim applauds the action of the Connecticut Bond Commission for approving $3.7 million in bonding for phases III and IV of the Cherry Street Development project. This funding will finance the investigation, remediation and abatement to support these next two phases of development. Phases III and IV of this expansion are part of an adaptive re-housing and new-construction commercial development project. “Years ago, I talked about this area being a visual gateway to Bridgeport. This project’s impact on our visual skyline is only matched by the tangible growth felt in the West End. The additional support from the State will go a long way toward continuing that progress. I thank Governor Lamont for helping to advance economic development…
$722k Firefighter Grants
Congressman Jim Himes (CT-04) announced that four fire departments in Southwest Connecticut will receive Assistance To Firefighters Grants (AFG) totaling $722,654 from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). The grants, awarded to the Bridgeport, Fairfield, Oxford, and Shelton Fire Departments, will ensure Southwest Connecticut fire departments have the training and resources they need to provide life-saving services. “Public investment in our fire departments will improve the safety of our community for years to come,” said Congressman Jim Himes. “The brave men and women who staff our fire departments deserve the most up-to-date equipment and training to save lives and keep themselves safe. I’m happy to see federal funding protecting the life and safety of Southwest Connecticut residents.” “The department has seen record turnover and many of our newer Officers (Lieutenants and Captains) are new in their role,”…
Tonight’s Vehicle Fire
2020-12-18@12:47pm--#Norwalk CT-- Tonight's vehicle fire was hosted by Norwalk at Woodward and South Main Street. This news report is made possible by:
Norwalk News: Burglary Arrest
#Norwalk CT--On December 15, 2020 Lindsey Lyon was arrested for being an accomplice in numerouscommercial burglaries over a two week period in October. Lyon and an accomplice broke intonumerous local business during the overnight hours, causing hundreds of dollars of damage andstealing cash. The Detective Bureau investigated these cases extensively and identified Lyon as asuspect. This is an active investigation and anyone with information is asked to contact theDetective Bureau at 203-854-3011. Arrested Lindsey Lyon ( age 32) of New CanaanCharges:Conspiracy to Commit Burglary Third (6 counts)Conspiracy to Commit Larceny Sixth (5 counts)Larceny in the Sixth Degree (5 counts)Bond $220,000
Bridgeport News: New Fire Marshal and Promotions
#Bridgeport, CT – Chief Thode announces that the Bridgeport Board of Fire Commissioners unanimously approved Alberto Hernandez as appointed Fire Marshal, in addition fourteen officers will be promoted within the Bridgeport Fire Department. Fire Marshal Alberto Hernandez has served in the Bridgeport Fire Department for over twenty years, most recently in the Fire Marshal's Division for the last nine years. Hernandez is a State certified Fire Inspector, Arson Investigator, and Hazardous Materials Inspector. In 2010, Fire Marshal Hernandez completed his college degree in Fire Science and, in 2012 earned a master's degree in Public Administration. In addition to the Fire Marshal appointment, Thode announces fourteen of Bridgeport’s bravest will be promoted effective Saturday, December 18, 2020. Lieutenant Mark Cody will be promoted to Captain as well as Firefighters Thomas Varanelli, Thomas Coolidge, Myles Rich, Gregory Prior, Christian Teague, Derek Currao, Derek Villani, Michael Schenk, Kelley Geffert, Daniel Brelsford, and Loren Dailey who will all be elevated to Lieutenant. Firefighters Marcos Ramos and James Bonosconi will be promoted…
Westport News: Road Closed After Gas Line Struck
2020-12-18@11:34am--#Westport CT-- A gas line has been struck by construction workers on Hillspoint Road. Radio reports say the roadway is closed. This news report is made possible by our SAFE heating sponsor: