Water Main Break Closes Roads
A water main break has caused heavy flooding, making several areas inaccessible until further notice. Avoid North Washington Ave & River St, Knowlton St & River St, and River St & Evergreen St.
Multiple Families Displaced After Bridgeport Apartment Fire
https://youtube.com/shorts/Poy6Cj7lHsM?feature=share At least a dozen families were left homeless after a major fire tore through an apartment building in the 3000 block of Main Street Tuesday afternoon. Witnesses said several residents attempted to jump from windows to escape the flames, but firefighters were able to rescue them safely. Investigators discovered four 55-gallon drums containing unknown materials on the second floor, though officials said the blaze began on the first floor and the drums do not appear to be related. The Fire Marshal’s Office is investigating the cause, and the American Red Cross is assisting displaced families with immediate needs.2025-10-28 @ 4:34 PM — #Bridgeport CT #ctfire
Borealis Cannabis by Shangri-La Celebrates Grand Opening of $34 Million Cultivation Facility in Stratford
https://youtu.be/s3FPKq7lDP0 STRATFORD, Conn. (October 28, 2025) — Local and state officials joined business and community leaders Tuesday morning to celebrate the grand opening of Borealis Cannabis by Shangri-La, a new state-of-the-art cannabis cultivation and processing facility located at 305 Hathaway Drive in Stratford. The 40,000-square-foot facility represents an investment of more than $34 million and marks a major milestone in the growth of Connecticut’s cannabis industry. The site will employ approximately 80 people across cultivation, processing, compliance, packaging, and administrative roles. “This facility is just another investment we’re making in Connecticut,” said Nevil Patel, Founder and CEO of Shangri-La Enterprise, the parent company of Borealis. “We’re proud to be part of this community and excited for what’s to come.” The…
Compactor Fire
A viewer sent in this video of a compactor on fire in the 800 block of Union Avenue. Firefighters were able to pull the compactor away from the building and had the blaze out in minutes. 2025-10-27@1:33pm -#Bridgeport CT #ctfire
Senior Pedestrian Struck
A 67-year-old man may have suffered a broken hip after being struck by a car in the 800 block of Boston Avenue. 2025-10-27@5:40pm-- #Bridgeport CT
Boy Injured After Being Struck by Car
https://youtube.com/shorts/I5XZWW0fIPM?feature=share At around 2:30 p.m., Bridgeport Police responded to Broad Street and Linden Avenue after reports of a motor vehicle accident involving a child on a bicycle. Officers found that a young boy had been struck and was transported to Bridgeport Hospital with a possible broken arm. The driver remained on scene and is cooperating with police. No arrests have been made, and the incident remains under investigation.
Disturbance at Calf Pasture Beach Leads to Arrest; Drugs and Weapon Recovered
NORWALK, CT — On October 23, 2025, at approximately 11:25 a.m., Norwalk Combined Dispatch received multiple 911 calls reporting a disturbance at Calf Pasture Beach involving a driver operating erratically and threatening to shoot another motorist. Patrol officers responded, located the suspect BMW X1 traveling on Canfield Avenue, conducted a motor vehicle stop, and detained the operator, identified as Alexander Freedman, 37, of Norwalk, while the investigation proceeded. Witnesses reported the driver had been speeding, driving recklessly, and performing donuts in the parking lot, and that when confronted, he threatened to shoot the individual with a gun from his vehicle. A search of the BMW recovered several vape cartridges, a glass jar of liquid hashish, multiple jars and bags of…
STRATFORD LIBRARY TEEN EVENTS IN NOVEMBER
11/1, 11/19: 4:30-5:30 pm: Teen Lingo LoungeHave you been looking for a fun way to learn or practice a new language? Come connect with others and help each other perfect this skill. We will also use the library’s database Transparent Language as a guide. Grades 6-12. No registration required. Location: Teen Department.¿Has estado buscando una forma divertida de aprender o practicar un nuevo idioma? Ven a conectar con otros y ayúdense mutuamente a perfeccionar esta habilidad. También utilizaremos la base de datos de la biblioteca, Transparent Language, como guía. 11/12: 4:00-5:00 pm: Teen Food Explorers: Chopped!Join Food Explorers for a round of Chopped! You’ll be teaming up to create your own DIY tacos. Choose from a limited pantry of ingredients…
Man Shot
https://youtube.com/shorts/uCFmZWaqw2M?feature=share A man was shot at the plaza at 1500 Reservoir Avenue. Multiple reports say the man in his 20s was grazed in the abdomen and that he was conscious and alert. Witness said they heard two shots. The man was taken to the hospital and police have the area blocked to traffic for their investigation. 2025-10-25@8:42pm-- #Bridgeport CT
Overnight Fire on Helen Street Sends One to Hospital
Bridgeport firefighters battled heavy flames early this morning on Helen Street after a blaze tore through the second floor of a multi-unit building around 4:00 a.m. One occupant was transported to Bridgeport Hospital with injuries as crews worked for over half an hour to bring the fire under control. The Fire Marshal is investigating the cause, and the Red Cross has been called to assist displaced residents.