2020-02-26@6:20am--#Fairfield CT--The Fairfield Fire Department responded to a reported vehicle fire on I-95 SB just prior to Exit 23 (Meadowbrook Road) off-ramp. The vehicle was located in the right break down lane and was fully involved when firefighters arrived on the scene. Under the direction of Lt. Denis Eannotti, firefighters from Engine 2 and Ladder 2 quickly extinguished the blaze. Traffic on I95 SB was disrupted for approx. 30 minutes while firefighters completed extinguishment and waited for the tow truck operator to remove the vehicle. The owner reported the check engine light had gone on in his Volvo SUV and immediately after he noticed fire in the engine compartment. With the help of a UCONN Police Officer on his way…
Bridgeport News: School Threat At Central High
#Bridgeport CT-- Late last night and early this morning the Bridgeport Police Department was made aware of a preliminary report of a Snapchat threat that was made against one of our high schools overnight. Police are aware of the threat and all agencies were notified internally immediately. We have a police presence at the school as a precaution. We have no information other than the Snapchat post to suggest that an incident may occur today. The investigation last night and early this morning did not produce any other information to suggest that the threat was legitimate and targeted in Bridgeport specifically. The Bridgeport Police in collaboration with the Superintendent and the Office of Emergency Management has implemented their emergency protocols…
Bridgeport News: Store Break-In
2020-02-25@11:41pm--#Bridgeport CT-- The Za Grocery Store was broken into by pushing a back window in. A security camera was "manipulated". Unknown at this time if anything was taken. This news report is made possible by:
Bridgeport News: Another Robbery
10:38pm--#Bridgeport CT-- A man was jumped by 4-5 masked males, assaulted and robbed of his airpods at James and North Avenue. This news report is made possible by: [caption id="attachment_66365" align="aligncenter" width="400"] Visit Interstate's website at: https://ctbattery.com/[/caption]
Bridgeport News: Armed Robbery
2020-02-25@9:09pm--#Bridgeport CT- A man went to the corner store and was robbed at gunpoint in the 900 block of Iranistan Avenue by two masked males. One was wearing an Army jacket the other a black jacket last seen heading towards State Street. This news report is made possible by:
Route 8 Crash
2020-02-25@3:45pm--#Shelton CT--#cttraffic--A report of a two-car crash on Route 8 northbound near exit 13. Both cars are reported to be in the wooded area. Extrication is requred. This news report is made possible by:
Bridgeport News: Chopsey Hill Road Closed Again
2020-02-25@9:01am--#Bridgeport CT-- Police just concluded the investigation from this morning's crash when another crash on Chopsey at Island Brook has the eastbound side closed due to a crash. Police say the light is flashing at this busy intersection. This news report is made possible by:
Governor Trying To Lure Recent Grads
HARTFORD, CT) – Governor Ned Lamont today announced that his administration is partnering with several organizations to launch an innovative program that is designed to encourage graduates of Connecticut’s higher education institutions to build their careers and stay in the state upon receiving their diplomas. Launching as a pilot program in Stamford this spring and expanding statewide by 2022, the Governor’s Innovation Fellowship will provide recent and upcoming college graduates the opportunity to start their careers with job placement at a growing, Connecticut-based company. Participants will also receive access to mentors and staff who will help them build their careers, as well as a $5,000 grant that will help them get settled as they embark on their post-college lives.…
Westport Prevention Coalition Survey
#Westport, CT – Human Services Director Elaine Daignault reminds residents that the Westport Prevention Coalition (“Coalition”) launched an online Community Readiness Survey (CRS) to measure public perception of substance misuse and mental health issues in Westport. The survey was created in partnership with Westport’s Local Prevention Council, the Westport Prevention Coalition and Positive Directions - The Center for Prevention and Counseling, as part of the Town’s ongoing efforts to address issues related to substance misuse and other health needs of the community. Residents are encouraged to take the survey online at https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/WCPCCS2020 and/or contact the Dept. of Human Services at (203) 341-1050 for more information or for assistance in accessing a paper copy. The anonymous survey is meant to provide helpful information as…
Bridgeport News: Cops Rescue A Woman From Burning Car
At 4:15am Bridgeport Police Officer Ramirez came upon a motor vehicle accident on Chopsey Hill Road involving a single vehicle on its driver side and on fire with an occupant still inside. Officer Ramirez attempted to get the occupant out through the passenger side window, but the occupant could not reach her hand. Sgt. DeBarros arrived on the scene and also attempted to get the occupant out by trying to break the front window. At this time while Bridgeport Fire and AMR were en route, various officers and sergeants from other sectors arrived on scene and as a team was able to push the vehicle which was on fire back on its wheels and the officers were able to pull…