#Fairfield The town of Fairfield is facing some new and unique challenges. The loss of the town's largest taxpayer- General Electric and the tax exempt Sacred Heart University has purchased the property. The state of Connecticut has cut back funding especially to schools. First Selectman Mike Tetreau addressed these concerns as well as summarized the town's departments challenges and accomplishments.
Bridgeport News: Man Cut In Argument
11:04pm--UPDATE: Another ambulance called for a second victim. 10:50pm--#Bridgeport Connecticut-- A man was cut with a "blade" after an argument with two men on Radel Street. The man is not cooperating with police. Support our live breaking news at https://www.patreon.com/doingitlocal This news report was sponsored in part by:
Stratford News: Car Falls On Man
10:02pm--#Stratford Connecticut-- A car fell off it's jack stands onto a Okenuck Trail resident. The man was able to free himself but he has hip pain. This news report is made possible by:
Trumbull/Bridgeport News: Manhunt For Car Thieves
6:50pm--#Trumbull Connecticut--#Bridgeport Connecticut-- Trumbull Police have requested K-9 from Bridgeport to assist in locating alleged car thieves on Old Town Road. Keep the live breaking news reports by subscribing at: https://www.patreon.com/doingitlocalhttps://www.patreon.com/doingitlocal This news report is made possible in part by:
Stratford News: Pedestrian Hit
4:23pm--#Stratford Connecticut-- Report of a pedestrian being hit with minor injuries at 2000 Barnum Avenue. First responders on the way. Breaking news as it is breaking may be a thing of the past if you don't support what we do: https://www.patreon.com/doingitlocal This report is made possible in part by:
Bridgeport News: Man With A Gun
2:38pm--#Bridgeport Connecticut-- Police chased a man with a gun at Greene Homes, the man fled into building five. They have the building surrounded. I may not be able to continue our live reporting unless you donate at: https://www.patreon.com/doingitlocal This news report is made possible by:
Monroe Connecticut– An Oil Truck Hits Tree- Leaks Oil
Monroe Connecticut-- A oil truck driver said he swerved to miss a deer on Judd Road and hit a tree rupturing the tank and it is leaking about 2,500 gallons. Jason Seaman posted this photo on the CT Fire and Rescue Incidents Facebook Page.
Bluefish Sweet Deal For Valentine’s Day
(Bridgeport, Conn. – January 30, 2017) – This Valentine’s Day, the Bluefish are offering up a sweet deal! B.B., the lovable Bluefish mascot, will personally surprise your loved one by hand delivering a bouquet of red roses PLUS a special ticket package to their office or residence on Tuesday, February 14th. This Valentine’s Day Package includes two exclusive Harbor Club tickets to Opening Day 2017, as well as a compcomplimentary parking pass for the game and a Bluefish 20th Anniversary T-Shirt. B.B.’s Valentine’s Day Package will make a great gift for your loved one or significant other. Bring your main squeeze, family member, or friend to Bluefish Opening Day! For just $49, B.B. will hand-deliver all of the…
What’s Cooking Series Features Fairfield Ludlowe’s Falcon’s Nest
#Fairfield, Connecticut-- Students from the Fairfield Ludlowe High School restaurant program, The Falcon’s Nest and the Baking and Pastry program will be part of the What’s Cooking Series at the Fairfield Public Library. The students will share some of their baking and catering skills on Tuesday, February 7 at the Main Library, 1080 Old Post Road in the Rotary Room at 7 pm. Quick and delicious, sweet bites are the perfect choices for entertaining or for that special treat. Students will also inspire you with their plating and garnishing tips. Taste some delicious samples and go home with some new recipes. The Falcon’s Nest has catered many Library events to rave review from patrons. Advanced registration is required due to…
Author, Martin Podskoch to speak at Fairfield Public Library
The Fairfield Public Library is hosting Martin Podskoch on Monday, February 6 at 7 pm. He will be discussing his book, Connecticut Civilian Conservation Corps Camps: Their History, Memories and Legacy. The talk will be in the Rotary Room at the Main Library, 1080 Old Post Road. The Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) was a public works program that operated from 1933 to 1942 as part of Franklin D. Roosevelt’s New Deal. Podskoch’s book describes the history and projects of the twenty-one CCC camps located in Connecticut. Interviews and hundreds of photos of camp life capture the vitality of the young men who worked to improve forests, which had been ravaged by fires, lumbering and storms. Their labors created the woodlands…