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Westport News: $2,875 Handbag Stolen

Jun 15, 2019 Stephen Krauchick

#Westport CT--On 05/21/2019, Westport officers were dispatched to a local retailer on a report of a stolen handbag valued at approximately $2,875.00. Store surveillance video captured the female suspect concealing the bag under her coat before exiting the store. Staff recognized the suspect as a regular customer, Deborah Bunch. An arrest warrant application was submitted by the investigating officer and later approved. On 06/09/2019, Bunch turned herself in at headquarters on the outstanding warrant. She was charged with 53a-124 Larceny 3 rd and released after posting $10,000 bond. Bunch is scheduled to appear in Norwalk Superior Court on 06/19/2019.   This press release was made possible by:   Noticias de Westport: $2,875 Bolso fue robado #Westport CT–El 05/21/2019, Los oficiales…

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Westport News: 1st Quarter Taxes Due Even If You Didn’t Receive A Bill

Jun 11, 2019 Stephen Krauchick

Westport, CT - Tax Collector Harry Whiteley reminded residents today that first quarter real estate taxes, personal property taxes, motor vehicle taxes and sanitary sewer use and assessment charges are due July 1, 2019.  Taxpayers have until August 1, 2019 to pay taxes without penalty.  Accounts will be subject to an 18 percent (1.5 percent/month) penalty charge if paid late.  Minimum interest charge is $2.00. Failure to receive a bill does not abate the charges or interest. Real estate taxes, personal property taxes, motor vehicle taxes and sanitary use and assessment bills may be paid by credit card, debit card, or direct withdrawal from a checking account on-line at https://www.westportct.gov/ and choosing “Pay Taxes Online” from the homepage. Checks should be made…

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2019 Connecticut Law Enforcement Torch Run

Jun 7, 2019 Stephen Krauchick

2019-06-07 @ 12:00pm--#Westport Ct #Faifield CT Connecticut Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics. Westport Police handing off to Fairfield Police. Fairfield then passed off to Bridgeport Police. The 2019 Torch Run is happening Wednesday through Friday, covering over 500 miles and passing through more than 100 cities and towns. Noticias de Bridgeport: 2019 La carrera de la antorcha con la ley de Connecticut. 2019-06-07 @ 12:00PM--#Westport CT #Faifield CT Connecticut aplicación de la ley de la antorcha Run para Olimpiadas especiales. La policía de Westport se entrega a Fairfield Police. Fairfield luego pasó a la policía de Bridgeport. El 2019 antorcha Run está sucediendo de miércoles a viernes, cubriendo más de 500 millas y pasando por más de 100…

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Westport News: Career Coach Returns

Jun 4, 2019 Stephen Krauchick

#Westport, CT - Director of the Department of Human Services Elaine Daignault announces the return of the American Job Center Southwest’s new and improved Career Coach at Westport Town Hall.  On Thursday, June 13, the Coach will offer a beginner’s class in upgraded Microsoft PowerPoint 2016 from 10 a.m. – noon, followed by an intermediate class in PowerPoint 2016 from 1 – 3 p.m.  The Career Coach is a “training center” tour bus equipped with ten wireless computer labs offering free computer classes to residents in the greater Norwalk area.  The mobile unit operates on a monthly schedule of visits to various community locations and is accessible to people with disabilities. Area residents interested in registering should contact the Westport…

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Westport Police To Push Against Cancer

Jun 3, 2019 Stephen Krauchick

#Westport, CT - The Westport Police Department is proud to participate in the 10 th Annual Push Against Cancer for Kids event. Individuals and teams from across Connecticut will show their strength and determination as they raise donations for The Hole in the Wall Gang Camp. The event is scheduled for Sunday, June 9 th from 8:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. at the Staples High School girls’ field hockey/lacrosse field in Westport. The opening ceremony starts at 9:00 a.m. All proceeds from the event benefit The Hole in the Wall Gang Camp, a non-profit founded by beloved Westport resident and award-winning actor Paul Newman in 1988 to provide “a different kind of healing” to seriously ill children and their families.…

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Westport News: Check Theft From Mailbox

May 31, 2019 Stephen Krauchick

On 09/11/2018, a Tierney Lane resident reported a theft of mail from her mailbox. She was alerted to the theft after receiving a call from Patriot Bank advising two males attempted to cash one of her checks in the amount of $450. The check was made out to "Jermaine Smalls" and the victim’s signature had been forged. The check was cancelled by the bank because of the unrecognizable signature, resulting in no financial loss to the victim. It was one of 7 checks stolen from the victim and fraudulently deposited into various accounts. The check written to “Jermaine Smalls” was deposited at an ATM into the personal checking account of Jermaine Smalls of Bridgeport, CT. ATM photographs also confirmed Smalls…

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Westport

Westport News: Affordable Housing Applications Begin

May 30, 2019 Stephen Krauchick

Preliminary applications will be accepted beginning on 06/03/2019 AND END with a postmark date of 06/28/2019. Pre-applications received after the end date as postmarked will be  automatically rejected.  Please click on the following link for income-eligibility requirements and a download of the pre- applications: Westport Pre-applications will be provided to any & all interested persons. Individuals or families may also pick up a hard copy of the pre-application at the Westport Housing Authority located at 5 Canal Street, Westport, CT You may request a pre- application be mailed to you by contacting us at 203-227-4672 Westport Pre-applications are to be mailed only to Westport Housing Authority located at 5 Canal Street, Westport, CT 06880   This news report is made…

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I-95 Box Truck Rollover

May 28, 2019 Stephen Krauchick

2019-05-28 @ 12:44pm--#Westport CT-- #cttraffic-- A box truck that rolled over in the left lane and left break-down lane on I-95 southbound has traffic backed up.  Detour if you can.  No word on any injuries.   Noticias de Westport: Accidente 2019-05-28 @ 12:44pm – #Westport CT – #cttraffic – Un camión que se viro en el carril izquierdo y el carril de ruptura a la izquierda en la I-95 en dirección sur tiene el tráfico respaldado. Desvíese si puede. No hay noticias de lesiones.

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Westport News: Reckless Endangerment For Leaving Gun In Unlocked Car TWICE!

May 24, 2019 Stephen Krauchick

#Westport CT---On 10/16/2018, George Benedetto contacted the police department to report a firearm had been stolen from his unlocked vehicle during the overnight hours. The revolver and ammunition had been left in an unlocked glove compartment of an unsecured vehicle parked in his driveway. Again on 04/17/2019, Benedetto contacted the police department to report another firearm had been stolen from his unlocked vehicle during the overnight hours. A revolver and ammunition had been left in an unlocked glove compartment of an unsecured vehicle parked in his driveway. Both firearms had been loaded and have not yet been recovered. Due to his intentional and reckless storage of firearms, an arrest warrant application for Benedetto was submitted and later approved. On 05/20/2019,…

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Westport News: Trench Collapse

May 17, 2019 Stephen Krauchick

2019-05-17 @ 2:56pm--#Westport CT--Westport Fire was dispatched to Newtown Turnpike for a reported wall collapse with a victim trapped under the collapse. The initial response was Engine 6, Engine 4, Truck 1, Rescue 3 and the Shift Commander. Westport EMS and Westport PD also responded.   Engine 6 arrived and reported that this was a construction site accident, occurring during the installation of a below grade water line. A trench wall collapse had occurred, trapping one victim in the trench up to their waist. Two workers were in the trench at the time of the collapse but fortunately the second worker was not caught in the collapse. The trapped worker had been extricated by colleagues on the scene prior to…

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