Bridgeport News: Man Shot In Head Drives Self To Hospital-Crashes Into Ambulance

8:18pm--#Bridgeport CT-- A man suffering from a gunshot wound drove himself to the hospital and was about two blocks away from the emergency room when he crashed into an ambulance traveling on Barnum Avenue just before the intersection at Mill Hill Avenue. The EMS personnel quickly assessed the man's condition and found a gunshot wound near his neck according to radio broadcasts from EMS. A nearby ambulance quickly transported the victim. First responders told me he may not make it which will make the city's first homicide for 2018. The EMS personnel were not injured. Expect delays as Barnum Avenue will be closed from Mill Hill Avenue to Central Avenue.

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Governor Postpones Hundreds Of Transportation Projects

#HARTFORD, CT – Governor Dannel P. Malloy and Connecticut Department of Transportation (CTDOT) Commissioner James P. Redeker today released a full list of projects totaling $4.3 billion that are postponed indefinitely until new revenue is appropriated for the Special Transportation Fund (STF).  The Governor made clear that his administration will announce detailed proposals this month that, if adopted by the General Assembly, would bring the projects back online. The STF finances the state’s transportation system, including the operating costs of the CTDOT and all of the services it provides.  Last month, Governor Malloy reiterated and increased his warnings on the solvency of the fund following the release of a report showing that without prompt action, the STF will be in deficit by…

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Norwalk News: Burglary Suspect

#Norwalk Ct--Detectives are investigating a motor vehicle burglary that occurred on January 6, 2017 at the Fitness Edge on Westport Avenue. Credit cards and jewelry were stolen. The credit cards were subsequently used in Bridgeport. Detectives are asking for the public's assistance in identifying the pictured suspect. Anyone with any information is asked to contact Detective Bell at 203-854-3183. Anonymous tips can be left at any of the following: Norwalk Police Tip Line at 203-854-3111 Anonymous Internet tips can be sent to Norwalk Police website at: www.norwalkpd.com Anonymous text tips can be submitted by typing message, and sending it to CRIMES (274637) (Norwalk Police Press Release)  

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State-Wide Platform To Employment Program Accepting Applications

The WorkPlace is pleased to announce that the highly successful Platform to Employment (P2E) program is now accepting new applications from long-term unemployed workers across Connecticut. The program creates a pathway to employment for the long-term unemployed.  Last program year, P2E helped over 200 Connecticut residents find employment. Additionally, many more received career coaching and support services.   “Platform to Employment is the only project of its kind in the nation and in Connecticut it has shown strong results in placing participants in jobs,” said Joe Carbone, President and CEO of The WorkPlace.  “With this program we enable unemployed individuals to get back on track and dramatically improve participants’ likelihood of financial success and long-term stability.”   Job loss and…

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Bridal Vendors Networking Bash

Fairfield, CT: On Wednesday, February 7, 2018, from 7 - 9 pm, Fairfield County Wedding Concierge will hold their second networking event for the Fairfield County bridal vendor community at the Audubon Greenwich. Vendors can mingle with other local bridal vendors, learn about each other's businesses and exchange business cards. Networking is one of the best forms of referrals. Tickets, which are available for purchase, are $10 until January 10, 2018, $15 until February 6, 2018 and $18 at the door, and include wine and light appetizers. They can be purchased on their website at www.fairfieldcountyweddingconcierge.com/events.  

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