Back to back crashes!
One Crash is in Easton and is on Judd Road and Route 58, and is blocking traffic. The second is on 132 Monroe Turnpike in Trumbull, is a multi car crash with one on its side, also blocking traffic in the area.
2025 WESTPORT HOUSEHOLD HAZARDOUS WASTE DAY
Saturday, April 5, 2025 RAIN or SHINE 9am – 2pm Greens Farms Railroad Station, Parking Lot #1, New Creek Road, Westport CT (Located between I-95 and Metro-North Railroad tracks) Westport, CT –The Department of Public Works is holding its annual Household Hazardous Waste Day on Saturday, April 5 from 9 am to 2 pm at Greens Farms Railroad Station, Parking Lot #1, New Creek Road, Westport. Household Hazardous Waste Day is a NO CHARGE regional program for residents of Westport, Norwalk, New Canaan, Darien, Stamford, and Greenwich to safely dispose of their household hazardous wastes. Products such as cleaners, gasoline and pesticides can pollute the environment and jeopardize public health when they are disposed of improperly. Residents of participating towns may safely…
Crash
Traffic is diverted in the 400 block of Commerce Drive due to a crash with possible injuries. 2025-03-03@2:35pm--#Fairfield CT
Bridgeport News: Highway Crash
Report of a 3 car accident on the Route 8 1-D Southbound off ramp. First responders are on scene.
Bridgeport News: Pedestrian Struck
Report of a pedestrian struck at the intersection of East Washington Ave and Housatonic Ave in Bridgeport. There is a report that one patient was transported to the hospital and there's no further info at this time.
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Bridgeport Man Arrested with Stolen Firearm and Juveniles in Vehicle
Bridgeport, CT – On February 26, 2025, Officer Fischetti conducted a motor vehicle stop after observing multiple violations. The driver, identified as 32-year-old Andre J. Lewison of Bridgeport, was accompanied by three juveniles. During the stop, officers discovered a loaded black Stoeger STR-9C handgun with a laser inside the vehicle. The firearm, which was later determined to be stolen out of North Carolina, contained a 13-round magazine with 13 live 9mm rounds. Lewison was charged with failure to display plates and having tinted auto glass. He was also charged with carrying a pistol without a permit, weapons in a motor vehicle, stealing a firearm, illegal possession of a large-capacity firearm, and illegal alteration of firearm indents. Additionally, he was charged…
Bridgeport News: Commercial Burglary
A commercial burglary occurred at the 1600 block of East Main Street in Bridgeport. There are no further details at this time. Keep your house safe with the Eufy Security SoloCam S340! it’s what we personally recommend and use in our business! Amazon Associate Disclaimer: As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases. When you shop through our Amazon affiliate links, we receive a small commission at no additional cost to you. Your support helps us continue providing free, local breaking news to the Greater Bridgeport area. Every purchase made through our links directly contributes to keeping DoingItLocal running. Thank you for helping us serve the community!
Jason Perillo Sworn in as a State Senator of Connecticut’s 21st District
HARTFORD, CT – Today, State Senator Jason Perillo (R-Shelton) was sworn in at the State Capitol following his victory in this month's special election. Senator Perillo now represents Connecticut’s 21st Senate District, which includes the towns of Shelton, Stratford, Seymour, and Monroe. "I am incredibly honored and humbled to have earned the trust of the voters in the 21st Senate District. It has been a privilege to serve as the State Representative for Shelton for over 18 years, and now in the role of State Senator. I am ready to continue fighting for the hardworking residents of the 21st district", said Sen. Perillo. Sen. Perillo served as a member of the Connecticut House of Representatives, where he was appointed Deputy…
Stove Fire
Bridgeport Firefighters reporting smoke showing from the front door from a stove fire on Benson Street. One hose is in operation. Fire was contained to the stove.