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GOVERNOR LAMONT DIRECTS STATE OFFICE BUILDINGS CLOSED TO THE PUBLIC FRIDAY DUE TO WINTER STORM

(HARTFORD, CT) – Governor Ned Lamont today announced that he is ordering all executive branch state office buildings closed to the public on Friday, February 25, 2022, due to the winter storm that is anticipated to impact Connecticut. The governor is directing that: All level 2 state employees who are able to telework shall telework for the duration of the storm-related closures; andAll level 2 state employees whose job duties cannot be performed via telework should not report to work in-person. “Because this snowstorm is expected to have a significant impact on the morning commute, and out of an abundance of caution, we are closing state office buildings for the day on Friday,” Governor Lamont said. “All Level 2 state employees…

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Bridgeport News: Arena Penalty Box Needs To Be Penalized

UPDATE: I spoke with Justin Devellis at News12 and he said he was there for a basketball game earlier. There is a scheduled hockey game tomorrow (now today) so it MIGHT have happened while setting up. Advanced life-support EMS personnel requested to the scene and Bridgeport Hospital put on trauma alert. 2022-02-24@11:32pm--#Bridgeport CT-- A person has a cut over their eye and a broken elbow after a piece of glass from the penalty box at the Arena At Harboryard fell on him according to radio reports. EMS on the way. This news report is made possible by: Visit Interstate's website at: https://ctbattery.com/

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I-95 Brush Fire

2022-02-24@4:22pm--#Westport CT-- #cttraffic-- A brush fire on I-95 southbound near exit 18 for your commuting pleasure.

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Burst Water Pipe Evacuates Lowes

2022-02-24@12:44pm--#Derby CT--- Lowes on New Haven Avenue has been evacuated due to a burst water pipe. This news report is made possible by:

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Himes Statement on Russian Invasion of Ukraine

Washington, DC— Today, Congressman Jim Himes (CT-04) released the following statement on the Russian invasion of Ukraine: “By invading Ukraine, Vladimir Putin has chosen to violate international law and ignore the warnings of the United States, NATO, and the community of free nations. This decision will bring terrible consequences for him and his supporters in the form of sanctions and other crippling measures. He should immediately withdraw all troops or risk an escalation in consequences that will not end well for him or his regime.” This press release was made possible by:

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“GIVING DAY” AT STRATFORD LIBRARY FEBRUARY 24th

The Stratford Library, 2203 Main Street in Stratford, Connecticutwill be participating in Fairfield County’s Community Foundation annual“Giving Day” on Thursday, February 24 th . This is a 24-hour online eventto “Give Where You Live” and support the work of local non-profits likethe local Library. Funds raised on “Giving Day” by the Library will be used for StratCon, apop culture convention for teens scheduled at the Library next October.The Library’s goal is to raise $2500 towards the cost of presenters,crafts, prizes, snacks, programs, a karaoke machine and more.Each contribution as little as $10 can make an impact in 24 hours.Patrons can donate directly online by visiting the link on “Giving Day”:https://www.fcgives.org/organizations/stratford-library-association. Additional information can be found on the Library website:www.stratfordlibrary.org. This…

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Bridgeport Police Statement With RebuttalOn December 12, 2021, the Bridgeport Emergency Operations Center (EOC) received a call for service regarding an untimely death (No. 21000105892). Upon police arrival, it was found that Ms. Brenda Lee Rawls (DOB 12/02/1968) had passed away unexpectedly. As is protocol, the Bridgeport Police Department (BPD) Detective Bureau (DB) took charge of the untimely death investigation under DB case No. 21D-1890.On January 31, 2022, the Bridgeport Police Department Identification Unit was advised by the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner (OCME) that Brenda Lee Rawls toxicology came back negative. The Rawls family was immediately notified. The family was also informed that additional tests were necessary before the OCME would make a decision on cause and manner…

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City of Bridgeport Launches Post-Snow Cleanups Throughout The City

Bridgeport, CT – With warmer weather soon to come, the City of Bridgeport Department of Public Facilities is preparing to support our residents’ springtime cleaning efforts and clear street debris.Tuesday, February 22, 2022, Bridgeport’s Public Facilities crews started cleaning the city’s East End neighborhood (139th district). Crews are focusing on pothole repair, sweeping, madvacing, and illegal pickup.Clean-up of the city’s East End neighborhood (139th district) will be complete on Friday, February 25th, weather permitting. Once complete, the crews will move on to other district areas until the entire City has been completed. Please check the Public Facilities webpage for updates on cleanups in your district.Things to Know:The street cleaning program is not trash pickup .Regular trash pickup will occur as…

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Bridgeport News: Person In Wheelchair Hit By Car

2022-02-23@2:37pm--#Bridgeport CT-- A person in a wheelchair was hit by a car in the parking lot in the 400 block of Olive Street. The person was transported to the hospital with unknown injuries.

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WESTPORT POLICE OFFICER PREVENTS SUICIDAL MALE FROM JUMPING OFF BRIDGE

(Westport, CT 2/23/2022) On this date at approximately 6:45 a.m., a Westport Police officer who was driving through Fairfield on his way to work in Westport #Westport, CT 2/23/2022) On this date at approximately 6:45 a.m., a Westport Police officer who was driving through Fairfield on his way to work in Westport encountered a suicidal male who was preparing to jump off the Redding Road overpass onto the Merritt Parkway below. As Officer Brian Meraviglia was traveling over the bridge, he saw the male leaning over the side and it seemed clear that his intention was to jump. Officer Meraviglia got out of his car and started speaking with the individual who was obviously distraught. As the two were talking,…

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