ATTORNEY GENERAL TONG SUES TRUMP ADMINISTRATION FOR HALTING DEVELOPMENT OF WIND ENERGY

(Hartford, CT) – Attorney General William Tong today joined a coalition of 19 attorneys general in filing a lawsuit against the Trump Administration over its unlawful attempt to freeze the development of wind energy. “This is yet another lawless effort by Donald Trump to enrich the fossil fuel industry and illegally micromanage state business. Connecticut has the right to secure our energy future, and one that makes the most sense for our costs and climate,” said Attorney General Tong. On January 20, President Trump issued a Presidential Memorandum that, among other things, indefinitely halted all federal approvals necessary for the development of offshore and onshore wind energy projects pending federal review. Pursuant to this directive, federal agencies have stopped all permitting and approval…

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Fairfield Police Investigate Large-Scale Vehicle Gathering at Local Business Lot

Fairfield, CT — On Friday, May 2, 2025, at approximately 10:55 p.m., a Fairfield Police officer observed a group of individuals and vehicles gathering in the parking lot of Stop & Shop located at 760 Villa Avenue.As the officer began coordinating a law enforcement response, the Fairfield Police Department was simultaneously managing several significant emergency calls. Due to the nature and urgency of those calls, an immediate full-scale response to the parking lot was not initiated. As there was no active threat to the public, the officer on scene monitored the situation while awaiting additional units to ensure a coordinated and safe approach.Once the other emergency calls were stabilized, a team of several officers proceeded into the parking lot as…

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Operation Hope’s 40th Anniversary Celebration

From Operation Hope: We look forward to gathering at Brooklawn Country Club in Fairfield on Thursday, May 8 to acknowledge the efforts of our volunteers, donors and friends who help us end hunger and homelessness, one person at a time. This year, we are delighted to honor Neighbors Helping Neighbors – Fairfield & Southport, as our “Champion of Hope,” and its co-founders, Helene Daly and Alexis Harrison. Through this grassroots organization, Helene and Alexis have made outstanding contributions in our community and work tirelessly to further our mission. Due to the popularity of this event, we are currently offering a waitlist. Please contact Suzanne Francis, Events Manager, here to be added to the waitlist. Please consider a program ad, a Friends listing…

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Nicholas “Hot Head” Allwood Charged with Attempted Murder in Bridgeport Double Stabbing

A 27-year-old man arrested last week for holding a female captive on Gregory St. was charged today with Attempted Murder for two recent stabbings in Bridgeport. Nicholas Allwood was arraigned today at Bridgeport Superior Court at 172 Golden Hill St. and charged with Criminal Attempt Murder, two counts of Assault on the First Degree, and two counts of Carrying a Dangerous Weapon. Allwood is accused of stabbing the same adult male victim twice. The first stabbing happened at the intersection of Iranistan Ave. and State St. on February 10th, 2025. The second happened on Wednesday, April 30th, 2025, on Hanover St. - two hours before the kidnapping arrest. The stabbing victim, a Bridgeport resident, suffered serious injuries during both attacks.…

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Crash-Cars Trapped In Fallen Wires

https://youtu.be/A2SqkED12M0 Fairfield Emergency Communicators received a number of calls for a crash with downed wires and utility poles. When firefighters arrived, they found two cars ensnared in the power lines. The victims needed to remain in their cars for about 20 minutes for UI to arrive and turn off the power. All occupants refused medical treatment on the scene.

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