Bridgeport News: Street Robbery
2019-10-05@9:00pm--#Bridgeport CT-- A person was just beaten and robbed by two males who then fled towards North Avenue. This news report is made possible by:
Bridgeport News: Car Break-In Interrupted
2019-10-05@8:08pm-- #Bridgeport CT-- A car owner interrupted a woman breaking into their car on Hanover Street. She fled down Iranistan Avenue. This news report is made possible by: [caption id="attachment_76989" align="aligncenter" width="640"] Mention DoingItLocal and get 10% off your bill![/caption]
‘CONNECTICUT IN CRISIS’
FAIRFIELD, Conn.—State legislators joined professors at Sacred Heart University recently for a discussion on policy, coinciding with the release of Prof. Gary Rose’s new book, “Connecticut in Crisis: Policy Challenges and the 2018 Contest for Governor.” The panel discussion, which took place in the Frank and Marisa Martire Center for the Liberal Arts forum, was moderated by Prof. Lesley DeNardis, SHU’s director of the Institute for Public Policy, who also wrote the foreword for Rose’s book. Panelists included Rose, chair of the department of government, and the University’s legislators in residence: state Sen. Tony Hwang (R-28th District), and state Rep. Cristin McCarthy Vahey (D 133rd District). The talk focused on Rose’s book, which was available for purchase at the event.…
Habitat CFC’s 5K Run/Walk
Our annual 5K Run for Home and Workboot Challenge on Saturday, October 12th is going to be lots of fun! The 5K run is the perfect opportunity for serious runners to set personal records and all abilities to enjoy the scenic course. The Workboot Challenge is a one-mile event prior to the 5K and offers participants the challenge of wearing workboots (or ANY boots) on the shorter course! JUST ANNOUNCED... Screamin Eagle Band will be playing our post-run celebration! Their modern southern rock sound with a twist will keep everyone entertained along with free food and drinks for participants. All participants will get a RAFFLE TICKET for a chance to receive great items including… Rio Bravo Tacos & Tequila $150 gift card; Birdman Juke Joint $50…
Today’s Vehicle Party
2019-10-05@1:40pm--#Bridgeport CT-- Today's vehicle fire is under the I-95 underpass near Bass Pro. The car's engine compartment was on fire on the highway. This news report is made possible by:
Ganim Announces Response to Public Safety Concerns In the North End
Bridgeport, CT – Mayor Ganim joined City Council members, and other City officials to announce “Bridgeport is My Home: Mutual Respect for Our Residents and Neighbors” in response to growing concerns of public safety and poor quality of life issues in North End neighborhoods. Mayor Ganim called on the Zoning Department, Police Department, and City Council members to step up “in this battle of what’s become the overrunning of quiet neighborhoods with too many individuals” adding that “it looks like a college dormitory run amok up and down the road.” City Council representatives Michelle Lyons, Rosalina Christie, and Jeannette Herron, all from districts in the North End, were in attendance and support an ordinance amendment that will curb this…
Fairfield First Selectman’s Response to Questions on Hiring of Communications Consultant
At the end of this past Wednesday’s Board of Selectmen meeting, there were some inaccurate statements and several false allegations regarding the communications consultant hired by the Town this past summer. It is unfortunate that these statements were made without any background or research. I would like to take this opportunity to provide residents with background and circumstances regarding this hiring. Let’s look at the facts: In early August, I was notified of a possible arrest of a town employee. I realized this would be a traumatic experience for our Town and our residents would have significant concerns along with a number of questions. It would be important to fully explain the facts and circumstances of the situation. The Town…
Bridgeport News: Street Fight
2019-10-05 @1:56am--Report of a street fight at East Main and Boston Avenue. At least one person injured. This news report is made possible by:
I-95 Crash
2019-10-05@12:02pm--#Bridgeport CT--#cttraffic--A crash on I-95 northbound near exit 28 just before the paving, not like you were getting through there any faster!
Bridgeport News: Accidental Discharge
2019-10-04@4:24pm--#Bridgeport CT-- Firefighters were called to the Mobil Station at Park and North Avenue. It turned out to be an accidental discharge of the dry chemical fire extinguisher from the canopy. EMS called for one person covered in the chemical. This news report is made possible by: