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Aug 4, 2016 Stephen Krauchick

On the morning of May 31, 2016, Jay Tolisano experienced a cardiac arrest in his Fairfield home after his morning workout. Jay’s wife, Kerry, heard something weird coming from the room and decided to check on him. She found her 39 year old husband unresponsive. She immediately dialed 911. The 911 dispatchers sent the Fairfield Police and Fire Departments and simultaneously notified American Medical Response. Upon the rescuers arrival, they found Kerry doing CPR on her husband with the assistance of the 911 dispatcher. CPR was taken over by the rescuers and advanced life support measures were started by the AMR crew Allen Jelliffe and Tchad Williams. With the arrival of a second AMR Paramedic crew, Matt Hlavna and Al McGrenery, they were able to work…

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Bridgeport News: McFunny Money

Aug 4, 2016 Stephen Krauchick

9:37am--#Bridgeport Connecticut-- Police are investigating an incident of a man trying to pass a counterfeit $20 bill at the McDonalds at 250 North Avenue. This news report is made possible by: 9:37 am-Policia están investigando un incidente de un hombre tratando de pasar un billete falso de $20 en al McDonalds en 250 North Avenue.

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Westport News: Tips Stolen

Aug 4, 2016 Stephen Krauchick

#Westport Connecticut--On 7-31- 16 at approximately 08:30am, Westport Officers were dispatched to the SoNo Baking Company which is located at 44 Church Lane on a report of a larceny and threatening incident. A male suspect had threatened the cashier, stole money out of the tip jar, and fled the scene on a bicycle. Officers located a male matching the description at the Gillespie Center on Jesup Road. The male, identified as Dave Phillips, stated he used the money he stole to buy cigarettes. The cashier positively identified Phillips as the male who threatened to “kill her.” Phillips was taken into custody and held on a $2,500.00 bond. This report is made possible by: #Westport Connecticut--On 7-31-16 aproximadamente a las 8:30 am, los oficiales de…

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Bridgeport News: Street Robbery

Aug 4, 2016 Stephen Krauchick

12:41am--#Bridgeport CT-- A man was jumped and robbed at Bishop and East Avenue according to radio reports. This report is made possible by: http://www.senshidoct.com/

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Bridgeport News: “Man” Threatens To Stab Girlfriend

Aug 3, 2016 Stephen Krauchick

11:34pm--#Bridgeport Connecticut-- A "man" allegedly threatening to stab his girlfriend at 1035 Fairfield Avenue won a pair of silver bracelets and won a free trip to Congress Street. This report is made possible by: 11:34pm--#Bridgeport Connecticut-- Un "hombre" según se informa amenazo a su novia en 1035 Fairfield Avenue . El gano un par de pulseras de plata y un viaje gratis a Congress street.

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Fairfield News: Hit And Run Car Located

Aug 3, 2016 Stephen Krauchick

11:00pm--#Bridgeport Connecticut-- The car responsible for this hit a run accident at Fairfield Avenue and Albion Street was located by police towards the end of Albion Street according to radio reports. This report is made possible by:http://www.bridgeportpersonalinjury.com/

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Westport’s Newest K-9

Aug 3, 2016 Stephen Krauchick

The Westport Police Department proudly announces the addition of Police Service Dog (PSD) Atlas as the newest member of the Westport Police Department K9 Unit. PSD Atlas is a 19 month old German shepherd who was acquired from Grasso Shepherds and will be handled by Officer David Scinto. The team is set to begin training this month with an expected certification as a patrol / narcotics detection canine in October. Officer Scinto and Atlas will join Officer Jim Loomer & PSD Koda and Officer Baker & PSD Chase in the K9 Unit. In response to the recent increase in drug abuse and heroin overdoses in the area, adding “Atlas” as a third narcotic detection K9 better enables the department to enforce current drug laws. Also, starting in early…

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2 Family House For Sale

Aug 3, 2016 Stephen Krauchick

Bridgeport Food & Beverage Small Business Shout Out

Businessmen At Work

Aug 3, 2016 Stephen Krauchick

#Bridgeport Connecticut-- Stop by and visit Gabriel (left) and Daniel at the intersection of Pacific and North Avenue for a refreshing cup of fresh lemonade! Business is brisk and they had already gone through a pitcher when I was there. Mom is off camera assisting the entrepreneurs.

State News

Sen. Hwang Hosts Forum Regarding Insurance Rate Increases

Aug 3, 2016 Stephen Krauchick

On Tuesday, Aug. 2, Senator Tony Hwang hosted an informational forum on Connecticut’s proposed health insurance and long term care rate increases at Sacred Heart University’s Schine Auditorium at 5151 Park Avenue, Fairfield. Senator Hwang is encouraged rate payers to speak out about potential double-digit increases in health care insurance rates. Public hearings on the potential hikes will take place in Hartford on August 3 and 4. “Average increases on individual and small group employer plans in Connecticut could be as high as 28 percent among plans that cover thousands of workers and their families,” Senator Hwang said. “That’s outrageous, that’s unaffordable, and that’s why people need to know howto weigh in.” Comments can be registered with the state Insurance Department by visiting http://www.ct.gov/cid/cwp/view.asp?a=4059&Q=581302 . Sen. Hwang has…

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