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.
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…
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…
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.
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…
2019-04-29 @ 10:39pm--#Bridgeport CT-- Police are investigating a strong-armed robbery at Colorado and Maplewood Avenue. This news report is made possible by: Noticias de Bridgeport: Robo 2019-04-29 @ 10:39pm--#Bridgeport CT--la policía está investigando un robo armado fuerte en Colorado y la Avenida Maplewood.
The most important thing is to try and inspire people so that they can be great in whatever they want to do. Kobe Bryant El post positivo de esta semana Lo más importante es tratar de inspirar a las personas para que puedan ser geniales en lo que quieran hacer. Kobe Bryant
A rebirth out of spiritual adversity causes us to become new creatures. – James E. Faust El post positivo de la semana. Un renacimiento de la adversidad espiritual nos hace llegar a ser nuevas criaturas. – James E. Faust
#Bridgeport CT-- The Bridgeport Police Department in collaboration with Department of Children and Families, Center for Family Justice, and Neighborhood Church Black Rock will host an informational session on how parents could ‘Unlock the Secrets of Your Child’s Online World’ in regards to phone app safety. The informational session will be held on May 2, 2019 between the hours of 6:00pm-8:00pm at Iglesia Cristiana Renacer Church on 59 Clinton Ave, Bridgeport, CT 06605. Light refreshments to be served during the session and organizers are asking parents to not bring children. The organizers are asking for parents & caregivers to attend only. All parents concerned about their children’s safety are encouraged to sign up for this FREE information session by contacting Alex Jennett…
Christopher Teal will present a screening of his documentary “Ebenezer Bassett: A Diplomat of Consequence” at the Barnum Museum on Sunday, April 14, at 2:00 pm. (The documentary run-time is 43 minutes.) There will be a talk back after the screening with Chris Teal and Marian O’Keefe, historian and Barnum Museum “Docent Extraordinaire”. A Diplomat of Consequence: Ebenezer Bassett, America’s First Black Diplomat - A documentary by Christopher Teal A forgotten hero. A man who stood alone and was willing to risk everything to do the right thing. Ebenezer Bassett had been an abolitionist, educator, and activist during the U.S. Civil War. When the United States emerged from that war, friends such as Frederick Douglass pushed President Grant to appoint black Americans like…