On January 8, 2016, Norwalk Police, Norwalk Animal Control and the Norwalk Health Department responded to 14 Ohio Avenue at the request of the Norwalk Fire Department. The Norwalk Fire Department had been called to the scene for a broken water pipe/flooding condition in the house and had found the residence to be in deplorable condition. The Fire Department also found a dog living in the residence. While Animal Control was investigating, the owner of the residence arrived at the scene. It was determined that the owner had not checked on the dog and a cat, which was not located,in two weeks but stated that she had someone checking on the animals for her. There was no water or food…

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Stratford EMS Ceremony

#Stratford CT--Saturday the Stratford EMS conducted an Honor Guard Graduation, Remembrance Ceremony plaque dedication,and new ambulance dedication.  Graduating was -Volunteer EMT, Lauren Botsford, -Volunteer EMT/Supervisor, Scott Burton. Volunteer EMT, Kevin Callahan - Lt Commander, Volunteer EMT, Tom Hallas, -Volunteer EMT/Supervisor, Chris Mancini - Sergeant-Volunteer EMT, Jeff Shaw.   Paramedic, Mike Paoletto (Honor Guard Commander) orchestrated the event with his cadets. Administrator Kevin Giasullo "MC'd" the event. Director Michael Loiz gave the memorial plaque dedication and Mayor John Harkins participated in "jacketing" the new graduates with their new Class-A jacket. There were several local dignitaries present including Rep. Sredzinski, Rep. McGorty and Rep. Hoydick including other regional EMS and Public Safety service chiefs and representation. Both the Stratford Fire Department and Police Department Honor Guards were…

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Bridgeport News: Fire Victim Donation Pick Up

The Shipyard located at  837 Seaview Avenue will accept all Charles Street and Frenchtown Road Fire Victim families to collect clothing and furnishings through Sunday, January 10, 2016 from 10am to 1pm.  After the needs of the victims and their families are met, City of Bridgeport Mayor’s office will hold a Citywide Community Outreach distribution of remaining items on Saturday, January 16, 2015 from 10am to 1pm at the Shipyard. [caption id="attachment_45286" align="aligncenter" width="640"] Charles Street Fire remains photographed Friday, January 8th.[/caption]

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Bridgeport Christmas Tree Pick Up

The City of Bridgeport will begin collecting Christmas trees on Monday, January 11, 2016 and continues through Monday, January 18, 2013.   All trees must be placed at curbside and free of all ornaments and plastic bags. Trees that are in plastic bags or have ornaments on them will not be collected.   Trees may also be brought to the City of Bridgeport’s Transfer Station located at 475 Asylum Street, but must be free of all ornaments and plastic bags before disposal.   Any questions, please contact the Bridgeport Roadway Division by phone at 203-576-7124 or 203-576-7751 (Bridgeport Police Press Release)   This report is made possible by:

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Norwalk Shooting Incident

The Norwalk Department of Police Service Detective Bureau is actively investigating a shooting that occurred on January 8, 2015 at 7:02 pm on Sheridan Street at the intersection of Lincoln Avenue. A male gunshot victim suffered non-life threatening injuries and was transported to the Norwalk Hospital. The shooting appears to be an isolated incident arising from a disturbance in the roadway. Anyone who witnessed the incident or who has any information is asked to contact Detective Serio at 203-854-3011 or dserio@norwalkct.org. Information can also be left anonymously at any of the below contacts. 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 "NPD" into the text field, followed by…

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