Stratford News: White Oak Tree Donated

STRATFORD – As part of a statewide effort from the Connecticut Tree Protective Association (CTPA), a white oak has been donated to the Town of Stratford, and planted on the green in front of Town Hall this week.  The planting is in honor of the 100th Anniversary of the passage of the state’s Arborist Law.  The law requires licensure for practicing arborists in the state, putting Connecticut ahead of other states when it comes to tree care.   “I thank the CTPA for their gift to the Town of Stratford in commemoration of our state’s critical Arborist Law, and I am hopeful that this tree will grow strong and proud here out in front of our Town Hall building for residents…

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Bridgeport News: Stranger Danger

2019-11-08@1:33pm--#Bridgeport CT-- Police are looking for a black Ford Mustang operated by a middle aged white male checking out girls according to radio reports.  Last seen at Bassick High School   This news report is made possible by:   [caption id="attachment_76991" align="aligncenter" width="1386"] Mention DoingItLocal and get 10% off your bill![/caption]

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Veterans Honored

HARTFORD, CT] – On Friday, November 8, 2019 at 12:30 PM at Wall of Honor in Hartford, U.S. Senator Richard Blumenthal (D-Conn.) will present service medals to Specialist Third Class (SP-3) Calvin J. Manship of East Hartford in recognition of his service in the U.S. Army during the Korean War. SP-3 Manship served for over a year overseas, where his most significant duty assignment was serving with Headquarters Company, 11th Airborne Division. The medals being awarded to SP-3 Manship are the Good Conduct (Army) Medal; National Defense Service Medal; Korean Service Medal; United Nations Service Medal; Combat Infantry Badge; and Parachutist Badge.   This press release was made possible by:  

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Bridgeport Transfer Station Will Be Closed

Bridgeport, CT – The Bridgeport Transfer Station will be closed on Saturday, November 9, 2019 for repairs. The Transfer Station is owned and operated by the City of Bridgeport to provide the community access to environmentally responsible disposal and recycling services. The facility is open to the public year-round; Monday-Saturday, 7AM-3PM. For a list of acceptable items, please see the Transfer Station Rules & Regulations at Bridgeportct.gov/TransferStation. For additional information, call (203) 576-7753.   Our sponsor will be open in the morning!  

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Westport News: Drug Arrest After Welfare Check

2019-11-03@ 12:24am #Westport CT-- Police officers responded to Compo Road North near Brookside Drive on a check welfare complaint. It was reported that a pedestrian was walking unsafely in the traveled portion of the roadway and there was a concern that he could potentially be struck by a passing vehicle. Responding officers located the individual in question who was initially uncooperative with officers trying to assist him and did not wish to identify himself. He was however ultimately identified as Ray Gaither. Computers checks of Gaither revealed two active warrants for his arrest for previous violations of the terms of his probation. Also located within Gaither’s wallet was a glassine baggy containing a powdery substance which was identified by presumptive…

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Trumbull News: Crash!

2019-11-07@5:30pm--#Trumbull CT-- #cttraffic-- A crash on White Plains Road at the Merritt Parkway on ramp.  Extrication required but injuries are minor according to radio reports.   This news report is made possible by:   [caption id="attachment_71997" align="aligncenter" width="12166"] Visit: https://www.bridgeportpersonalinjury.com/[/caption]

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