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Bridgeport News: Arrest After Compliance Check

On May 22, 2019 Connecticut State Parole Officers, assisted by members of the Bridgeport Police Narcotics Unit conducted a compliance check of a parolee, CALHOUN, Shannon (3/7/72) at his residence located at 702 Capitol Avenue, Bridgeport. During this compliance check, Calhoun fled from the home and was later taken into custody at a neighboring residence. During this compliance check, officers discovered 9 firearms, ammunition,  over 8 pounds of marijuana, drug packaging material, a money counter and $784. Also located were several high capacity and drum style magazines and one of the seized firearms is an assault type pistol with a threaded barrel to accept a suppressor. This arrest was the result of ongoing cooperation between state and local law enforcement…

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Today’s Vehicle Fire

2019-05-22 @ 3:34pm--Today's vehicle fire is being hosted at 18 Canterbury Road at the Foxledge Condos at the entrance.  Firefighters confirm the car fire and has requested the fire marshal to the scene to investigate.   This news report is made possible by: Fuego 2019-05-22 @ 3:34pm—Hay un vehículo que coge fuego en 18 Canterbury Road en el Foxledge Condos en la entrada. Los bomberos confirman el incendio del carro y han solicitado al mariscal de bomberos que investigue la escena.

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Bridgeport News: Crash

2019-05-21 @ 2019 @ 5:21pm--#Bridgeport CT-- A crash between a Jeep and city bus leaves one injured according to radio reports.   Noticias de Bridgeport: Accidente 2019-05-21 @ 2019 @ 5:21pm – #Bridgeport CT – Un choque entre un Jeep y un autobús, deja uno con lesiones según los informes de radio.

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This Week’s Positive Post

The ultimate measure of a man is not where he stands in moments of comfort and convenience, but where he stands at times of challenge and controversy. Martin Luther King, Jr.   El post positivo de la semana La medida final de un hombre no es donde se encuentra en momentos de comodidad y conveniencia, sino donde se encuentra en momentos de desafío y controversia. Martin Luther King, Jr.

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Stratford Passes Budget With Tax Decreas

STRATFORD-  The Stratford Town Council voted unanimously to approve a tax and spending plan for the Town of Stratford that provides a further modest reduction of taxes, focuses on further shared services with the Board of Education, fully funds all town departments, creates a second shift at Public Works, reduces overtime expenses and levelizes annual debt service. “I am pleased to have worked collaboratively and across party lines on this budget that builds on our work last year to end the cycle of tax increases, again offering a modest tax decrease for the second year in a row,” said Mayor Laura R. Hoydick.  “Our priorities have been initiating the process of tax relief to our residents, improving the level of services…

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Norwalk News: Evading Accident

On May 5, 2019, at 3:18am, officers responded to North Main Street at Marshall Street for a pedestrian that had been struck by a vehicle. Arriving officers located the pedestrian lying in the street and determined that the vehicle had fled the scene. The male pedestrian was transported to Norwalk Hospital by ambulance. The operator of the vehicle later contacted the Norwalk Police Department and is cooperating with the investigation. Anyone who witnessed the accident is asked to contact Officer Wasliewski at 203-854-3035.   This press release is made possible by: Noticias de Norwalk: Accidente El 5 de mayo de 2019, a las 3:18am, los oficiales respondieron a la calle North Main y la calle Marshall por un peatón que…

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I-95 Pursuit

2019-05-05 @ 1:02am--#Bridgeport CT-- A pursuit starting in Norwalk comes to an end at Seaview at Barnum Avenue.  The suspect's vehicle hit stop sticks at exit 29.  The suspect is in custody. I think they will need our sponsor: I-95 Persecución 2019-05-05 @ 1:02am – #Bridgeport CT – Una persecución que comienza en Norwalk llega a su fin en Seaview en la Avenida Barnum. El sospechoso golpeó la señal de STOP en la salida 29. El sospechoso está detenido.

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Youth Commission Seeks Adult & Student Members

WESTPORT, Conn. -- The Westport Youth Commission is currently seeking students in Grades 8-11 and adult members for the 2019-2020 school year. “The Youth Commission serves as a public forum for youth issues and advocates for youth needs and concerns in the community,” Human Services Director Elaine Daignault said in a statement.  “Its 30 members, 15 students and 15 adults, are appointed by the First Selectman.” Incoming grade 9 students are invited to join the Freshman Committee prior to applying for appointment as sophomores. There are limited vacancies available so please don’t delay.  If you are currently in grades 8 thru 11 or an adult who is interested in discussing youth issues on a monthly basis while making a difference in your community…

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