Westport News: Town Clerk’s Office Hours Extended

Westport, CT -  Town Clerk Patricia Strauss announced today that the Town Clerk’s office will be open for absentee voting this Saturday, November 3rdfrom 9 a.m. to 12 noon.  These special office hours are scheduled to accommodate voters applying for an ABSENTEE BALLOT to vote in the STATE ELECTION to be held November 6, 2018. Absentee ballots are available at the Town Clerk’s office daily, Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.  They will be available through Monday, November 5, until 4:30 p.m.  Ballots must be returned to the Town Clerk’s office no later than 8:00 p.m. on Tuesday, November 6, when the polls officially close. Registered electors may qualify to vote by absentee ballot for the following reasons:…

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Bridgeport News: Bridgeport Fire Department Awards

#Bridgeport CT--Today, Mayor Ganim joined Bridgeport Fire Chief Thode and family members to name Bridgeport Firefighter of the Year for the first time in five years.   Firefighters who have displayed courageous acts within the Bridgeport community were honored with a Medal of Valor, Gold Star, and Leadership Award.   The ceremony was held at Fairchild Wheeler School at 840 Old Town Road.   The awards program is designed to pay tribute to the brave and gallant firefighters for their many acts of bravery and compassion to the residents and visitors of Bridgeport.

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Fairfield News: Chief Signs Off For Last Time

#Fairfield CT-- Fairfield Police Chief Gary MacNamara signed off the radio for the last time Friday afternoon outside the police headquarters at 100 Reef Road.  Approximately 4:50pm the chief entered his police car and gave his sign off remarks.  MacNamara began his career as a patrol officer January 1988.  He was promoted to sergeant in 1998, lieutenant in 2001 and captain in 2006.  He served as detective and detective sergeant.  He oversaw the Emergency Response Team, Hostage Negotiation Team, Training Unit, Internal Affairs, Accreditation, and Public Information.   In 2007 he successfully negotiated the release of 27 students and a professor that was held hostage in 2002.  MacNamara graduated from the FBI Nation Academy in 2004.  In 2014 he was injured when his police…

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Flooding

There are numerous reports of flooding across the area especially along the shoreline and usual low lying areas like train underpasses.  Milford firefighters have received a call of a propane tank floating down Melba Street.   If you experience flooding in your home or business, our sponsor can make it Like It Never Even Happened!  

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