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Westport Appoints Alberto Vargas Jr. as Director of Information Technology

Westport, CT — First Selectwoman Jennifer Tooker announced today the appointment of Alberto Vargas Jr. as the Town of Westport’s Director of Information Technology, effective August 4, 2025. Mr. Vargas has more than 20 years of experience leading digital transformation, modernizing enterprise systems, and strengthening cybersecurity in both public and private sectors. Most recently, he served as Director of IT and Business Relationship Manager for ATG Entertainment, where he oversaw enterprise-wide technology strategy, multi-site cloud migrations, cybersecurity enhancements, and digital service modernization across 19 venues in North America. Previously, Mr. Vargas spent over 8 years with the New York City Department of Finance, where he played a key role in the development and successful creation of NYC’s first citywide mobile…

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2021 Cold Case Arrest

https://youtu.be/v8UF5_uv5Kg The Bridgeport Police Department announced today the arrest of 38 year-old Victor “Chapo” Colon, DOB: 07/22/87, of Bridgeport, for the murder of Joselito Calderon inside of the Copa Bar and Restaurant at 181 Lexington Ave. on July 11th, 2021. Colon was one of several armed suspects who entered the Copa shortly before 1:00 a.m. in a failed robbery attempt. Mr. Calderon was the security guard at the bar/restaurant. He was shot and killed while stopping the robbery. Victor Colon is a convicted felon. He was charged with Felon Murder, Accessory to Murder, Criminal Possession of a Firearm and Criminal Attempt Robbery in the First Degree. His bond is $2,000,000.00. Colon was incarcerated at Robinson Correctional in Enfield at the…

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Bridgeport Firefighters Battle Two-Alarm Blaze on Anniversary of Fallen Heroes

https://youtube.com/shorts/G1UZaXMcdP4 On the anniversary of the 2010 loss of Lt. Steven J. Velasquez and Firefighter Michel Baik, Bridgeport firefighters responded to a two-alarm fire in the 600 block of William Street. Initial reports were of heavy fire, with an extension to the structure, and the building was quickly fully involved, with a risk of the deck collapsing. The incident serves as a powerful reminder of the risks first responders face daily, especially on a day marked by remembrance.

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Heffer Celebrates Grand Opening in Stratford with Ribbon Cutting

https://youtu.be/AgEaj8fMUeI Stratford, CT — The town of Stratford welcomed a flavorful new addition this week with the official ribbon cutting of Heffer, a farm-fresh restaurant now open at 2377 Main Street. The restaurant is the latest venture from co-owners Steve Barone and Dave Morton, who bring a passion for quality food made with local ingredients and scratch-made care. Specializing in hand-ground burgers, southern fried chicken, and fresh, made-to-order sides and sauces, Heffer offers a menu rooted in freshness and comfort with a bold, modern twist. What sets Heffer apart is not just its commitment to flavor, but the experience. From sourcing farm-fresh ingredients to grinding burgers daily in-house, Barone and Morton are on a mission to deliver quality without the…

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GOVERNOR LAMONT BREAKS GROUND ON NEW TRAIN STATION IN NAUGATUCK AS PART OF MAJOR UPGRADES TO WATERBURY BRANCH LINE

(NAUGATUCK, CT) – Governor Ned Lamont and Connecticut Transportation Commissioner Garrett Eucalitto today announced that the Connecticut Department of Transportation (CTDOT) has begun construction on a new train station in Naugatuck, advancing the Lamont administration’s plan to modernize the entire Waterbury Branch Line and spur downtown redevelopment. The new station is being relocated approximately 0.3 miles south of the existing station, placing it closer to Naugatuck’s downtown and aligning with the borough’s vision for a vibrant, transit-oriented development near Rubber Avenue and Old Firehouse Road. This project is one of several parts of a larger CTDOT initiative to upgrade all six stations on Metro-North’s Waterbury Branch Line. “We’re not just building a train station, we’re building more momentum for Naugatuck’s…

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West Haven Man Arrested in Honda of Westport Tire Theft Case

Darrylle D. Rodriguez, 23, of West Haven, was arrested in connection with the October 2024 theft of tires and rims from three vehicles at Honda of Westport. The vehicles had been left on milk crates, with damages totaling over $15,000. After a multi-agency investigation and multiple search warrants, Westport Police identified Rodriguez as one of the suspects and took him into custody at Derby Superior Court while he was appearing for an unrelated matter. He was charged with larceny in the second degree and conspiracy to commit larceny in the second degree. Rodriguez posted a $75,000 bond and was turned over to Stamford Police, who also held a warrant for his arrest. He is scheduled to be arraigned at Stamford…

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Ribbon Cutting Celebrates Grand Opening of Motoplex Fairfield — Fairfield County’s New Destination for Italian Motorcycles and Scooters

https://youtu.be/O_YLety_e-c Fairfield, CT — The Fairfield business community officially welcomed Motoplex Fairfield with a ribbon cutting ceremony today at its new showroom located at 301 Commerce Drive. Owned and operated by Ryan Ambrifi, Motoplex Fairfield is now open as Fairfield County’s exclusive dealer for legendary Italian brands Piaggio, Vespa, Aprilia, and Moto Guzzi. “Welcome to Motoplex Fairfield,” said Ambrifi during the event. “We are proud to bring the full Italian lifestyle experience to Fairfield County—everything from sales and service to accessories, helmets, and apparel. Whether you ride a scooter or motorcycle, we’ve got you covered with what you need to ride safely and in style.” Motoplex Fairfield offers new and used motorcycles, scooters, and electric bicycles, as well as factory-certified…

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