#Westport Connecticut–Jonathan Loeser turned himself in to the Westport Police Department for 2 outstanding warrants for Violation of Probation. The warrants stemmed from a Burglary incident at Athletic Shoe Factory in 2013. He was unable to post the $10,000.00 cash bond. Loeser was assigned a court date of 04/23/15 in Norwalk.
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#Westport Connecticut–The Westport Tree Board will celebrate Arbor Day with a Tree Seedling Give-Away on Friday, April 29 from 2-5 pm at the Lillian Wadsworth Arboretum located at 2 Woodside Lane. There will be a table set up near the corner of Stonybrook Road and Woodside Avenue. This is the third such celebration of tree seedling giveaways in Westport where the Tree Board and Westport’s Tree Warden, Bruce Lindsay will be handing out seedling trees consisting of:
200 Flowering Dogwood 100 Norway Spruce 100 River Birch
The seedlings will come with planting instructions for school-age children and residents of Westport on a first-come, first-serve basis. The tree seedling give-away has been made possible through the generous donation of Eversource Energy in recognition of National Arbor Day. According to Lindsay, “The Tree Board and I are looking to get Westport’s citizens the chance to see a working Arboretum and appreciate the value of planting a young tree in the community.”
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#Westport–Saturday Morning– Westport Firefighters were dispatched to I 95 NB for a report of a MVA rollover. The initial dispatch was for Engine 4, Rescue 3 and the Shift Commander.
Engine 4 arrived on scene just past exit 18 and found a single vehicle crash into a pole with the car on its side and the driver still inside. Engine 2 was added to the assignment for additional manpower. E4 stretched a hose line and began patient care. R3 and E2 worked to stabilizethe vehicle in place prior to removing the driver.
The driver was removed from the vehicle at 7:01 AM and patient care was transferred to Westport EMS.
(Westport Fire Department Press Release)
#FAIRFIELD, Connecticut (March 31, 2016) – For the April Diabetes and Chronic Disease Support Group, the Fairfield Health Department and the Department of Human Services Interns (from Sacred HeartUniversity), present “Addiction and Alcoholism”. The event will take place on Tuesday, April 12th, 2016 at 1:00 pm at the Bigelow Senior Center located at 100 Mona Terrace, Fairfield.
According to the Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation, substance abuse among those 60 years and older (including misuse of prescription drugs) currently affects about 17 percent of this population. During this discussion, the group will explore addiction, discuss alcoholism and its relation to other chronic diseases, and offer practical tips and strategies for living a healthier lifestyle. Whether you are providing care and support for a loved one struggling with addiction, or you yourself are having trouble controlling your own addictive behaviors when using substances, we have the facts for you. Anyone who is simply interested in learning more about chronic diseases and care management is welcome to join us in the Craft Room on April 12thFor more information please visit www.fairfieldct.org/health or visit the Fairfield Health Department’s Facebook page to stay up to date on monthly topics and speakers.
(Fairfield Health Department Press Release)
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#Westport Town Clerk Patricia Strauss announced today that absentee ballots for the Democratic and Republican Presidential Preference Primaries, to be held April 26, are available at the Town Clerk’s office, Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. beginning Tuesday, April 5.
Registered electors who are enrolled in a major party may qualify for the following reasons:
– Active service in the armed forces of the United States;
– Illness or physical disability;
– Religious tenets, which forbid secular activity on the day of the election;
– Duties as an election official at the polling place other than their own during all of the
– Absence from the town during all of the hours of voting.
Application for a ballot may be requested in person at the Town Clerk’s office located in Room 105, Town Hall, 110 Myrtle Ave., or by calling 341-1110. The application form is also available on-line by downloading the form at www.westportct.gov.
Absentee ballots will be available now through Monday, April 25, the day before the primary.
(Town Of Westport Press Release)
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#Westport Connecticut–On Monday, March 28, 2016 the Westport Police Department welcomed one new officer to the organization and promoted another to the rank of Detective, filling a vacancy created by the retirement of Detective William Harsche. The ceremony took place in the Westport Police Department classroom, where First Selectman Jim Marpe administered the oath of office.
Officer Sharon Russo was promoted to the rank of Detective. Detective Russo is an 8-year veteran of the police force, joining the department in March 2008 where she has been assigned to the patrol division. Detective Russo attended Marymount Manhattan College and has earned the Westport Police Investigator’s Award. Detective Russo finished first in the promotional testing process.
Officer Michael Tomanelli, age 21 and a native of Marlboro, NY was sworn in as a Police Officer. He is a graduate of Sacred Heart University and is currently completing his Master’s Degree in Criminal Justice, also at Sacred Heart University. Officer Tomanelli will begin his recruit training at the Connecticut Police Academy on April 1, 2016.
Photo attached (from left to right: Chief of Police Dale Call, Officer Michael Tomanelli, Detective Sharon Russo and First Selectman Jim Marpe)
(Westport Police Press Release)
2:57pm–#cttraffic–#Fairfield Connecticut–I-95 northbound between exits 17 and 18 a crash is slowing traffic, possible injuries reported.
Human Services Director Barbara Butler has announced that the Westport Youth Commission is seeking nominations for the annual James S. Bacharach Service to the Community Award. “All qualified high school seniors from Westport are eligible for this award,” said Butler. “This honor, given to one or more high school seniors from Westport, recognizes their significant community service contributions in our town.”
Citations have been given annually since 1989 as a tribute to the late James S. Bacharach, founder and past-president of the Youth Adult Council, predecessor of the Westport Youth Commission which Bacharach and other concerned citizens founded in 1974. “Eligible nominations must demonstrate the student’s exemplary leadership ability and high standards of community service to Westport,” Butler said. “Either adults or students may nominate a deserving high school senior for their contributions to our community.”
Applications will be available online at www.westportct.gov and will be sent to school counseling offices as well as at Toquet Hall Teen Center, the Westport Public Library and the Department of Human Services (Room 200) at Town Hall. The application should be submitted along with a maximum of two references or letters of support attesting to the student’s contributions to the town. Applications must be faxed to 203- 341-1073; e-mailed to kgodburn@westportct.gov; or mailed to Department of Human Services, Attention Bacharach Awards Committee, 110 Myrtle Avenue, Room 200, Westport, CT 06880 by May 13, 2016.
The Westport Youth Commission, appointed by the First Selectman and staffed by the Department of Human Services, is comprised of 15 Westport high school students and an equal number of Westport adults. It serves as a catalyst for programs and activities that promote the positive development of youth in their families, schools, community and among their peers. For further information, contact Kevin Godburn at 203-341-1155, or via e-mail at kgodburn@westportct.gov.
(Town Of Westport Press Release)
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#Westport–Westport Parks & Recreation Director Jennifer Fava today reminded residents of regulations related to animals on Town Property.
Effective April 1, animals will not be permitted at Compo, Old Mill, and Burying Hill Beaches. Animals in or out of vehicles will not be allowed on any beach property which includes all grass, sand, and parking areas, except Soundview parking lot at Compo Beach, as well as the roads within the beach area. The regulation is in effect until October 1.
Ms. Fava said, “Warm weather will be here before we know it, and we are looking forward to participating in the many outdoor activities available to residents. We have regulations in place to insure that as many people as possible have the opportunity to enjoy the public beaches, fields and facilities in Westport.” “For the safety and well-being of the public and athletes, and to help keep ball fields in good playing condition, animals are not allowed on playing fields at any time of year. It is recommended that dogs remain on leash while on the perimeter of these town facilities. Also, owners are welcome to walk dogs on leash on the road around Longshore Golf Course, but animals are not allowed on the course at any time.”
Ms. Fava continued, “We love our furry friends and dogs are always welcome at Winslow Park. Located at Compo Road North and Post Road East, Winslow Park has posted on- and off-leash areas. The public is requested to heed those posted regulations while enjoying the park with Additional information regarding Parks and Recreation policies are found at westportrecreation.com.
**** First Call Snow Map *****
We say First Call because god only knows this storm will bite us in the butt and make us look like fools. But as of now this is what we are seeing. Could it be less?? Yes… could it be more?? highly unlikely. These totals are on the slightly higher side due to the complexity of this storm.
Timing is still a tough call but most of us will be asleep when the heaviest if you want to call it that of the snow will fall. It looks to last into the morning hours in the West and Central parts of the state. It holds out a bit longer in the East.
School delays will be expected especially in Central and Eastern CT. There may be some delays in the West towns but only as a precaution. Look for cancellations in Eastern CT and maybe some over protective school officials in Central CT.
This will be the heavy wet type snow so we could see some power lines and tree branches come down especially in Eastern CT causing some power outages.
Thats all for now we will follow up later on today. Enjoy the Sun while it lasts. It is much cooler outside and the temps will drop as the day goes along.
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