Stabbing
Police are investigating a stabbing in the 200 block of Oak Street. The man was stabbed in the back of the head according to unconfirmed radio reports. 2024-07-30@12:48pm--#Bridgeport CT
Long-standing Educational Fund Expands Support for College-bound Seniors
Bridgeport, CT — The Interdenominational Ministerial Alliance of Greater Bridgeport and Vicinity is proud to announce the significant growth of its educational fund, which has been serving the community for over 20 years. This year, the fund has made remarkable strides in its mission to bridge the education and wealth gap in the region. Under the leadership of Rev. Dr. William D. McCullough, the fund's president, and the dedicated efforts of the fund's chairperson, the initiative has seen an impressive increase in both the number of recipients and the scholarship amounts. This year, 29 graduating seniors heading to college each received $1,000 scholarships. This represents a 55% increase in the number of recipients compared to last year and a 100%…
Bridgeport News: Police Investigate Two Separate Shootings on July 29th
Bridgeport, CT – On Monday, July 29th, 2024, Bridgeport Police responded to two separate shooting incidents that resulted in two individuals being hospitalized with gunshot wounds. Both victims are currently in stable condition. Incident 1: High Ridge Drive At 6:47 PM, Bridgeport Police were notified of a gunshot wound victim who arrived at St. Vincent's Hospital in a personal vehicle. The victim, a male in his early 20s, sustained a single gunshot wound to his right thigh. The Bridgeport Police Detective Bureau has initiated a criminal investigation. Preliminary information suggests the shooting occurred around 6:40 PM in the area of the 300 block of High Ridge Drive. Anyone with information regarding this incident is urged to contact Detective Robert Pascone…
State Police Cruiser Hit on I-95 in Westport, New York Man Charged for Not Moving Over
On July 27, 2024, around 3:08 a.m., state troopers from Troop G - Bridgeport responded to a car accident on I-95 southbound near Exit 17 in Westport. At the scene, a stationary State Police cruiser with its emergency lights on, assigned to Trooper Galej (#1158), was positioned in the left lane. A 2015 Kia Sorrento, driven by Sonny Abdul-Hardy (born February 21, 1977), was traveling in the left lane and failed to slow down or move over. Abdul-Hardy's vehicle hit the rear of the stationary police cruiser. Trooper Galej was outside his vehicle at the time of the accident and was not injured. Abdul-Hardy was treated on-site by Norwalk EMS for minor injuries but refused to be transported to a…
Motorcyclist Down!
Report of a motorcyclist down on Route 8/25 north past exit 5, not showing on the traffic cams. No other vehicle reported in the crash at this time. 2024-07-28@3:28pm--#Bridgeport CT-- #cttraffic
Mayor Laura R. Hoydick to Host Summer Reading Champion Reception for Stratford Youths
STRATFORD – As we move into the second half of summer, Mayor Laura R. Hoydick is preparing to recognize Stratford youths at the annual Summer Reading Champion reception on Wednesday, August 7, from 3:30 to 5:30 PM outside the historic Perry House, 1128 West Broad Street. Over 125 Stratford youths will be honored with a Mayor’s Reading Champion certificate of recognition at the Summer Reading Challenge celebration, where Champions will be treated to ice cream sundaes, goodie bags, and other surprises. This is a drop-in event; families are welcome to stop by any time between 3:30 to 5:30 PM. Pre-registration is required and can be found at https://www.stratfordct.gov/page/mayors-summer-reading-champion. Registration closes on July 31. In the past, nearly 2,500 students have…
STRATFORD LIBRARY TEEN EVENTS IN AUGUST
Camp Crafts: 11:00 am - 2:00 pm. Camp out in the teen space with friends this summer and try something new or share your skills and talents with others. Drop in during craft open hours to paint, create sand art, and more. Camp dates: 8/1, 8/5, and 8/8. No registration required; while supplies last. Grades 7-13. Location: Teen Department. 8/6: 6:00 - 7:30 pm. Teen Tuesday: Open Craft Hour: Make your own glass bead or message bracelets, try sharpie painted personalized plates, or create your own mini-art masterpiece with acrylics. Of course, there will be snacks and music because it is a Teen Tuesday! No registration required; for grades 7-13. Location: Lovell Room. 8/13: 3:00 - 7:00 pm. Teen Tuesday:…
EMT Saves Parishioner
2028-07-28@8:20am--#Monroe CT-- An out-of-town EMT helped save a parishioner at St. Jude's Church at 700 Monroe Turnpike. The 75-year-old male went into cardiac arrest and the EMT began CPR saving the man who is awake and conscious now. Way to go!
Tonight’s Vehicle Fire
Tonight's vehicle fire is in the 400 block of Cleveland Avenue. The vehicle was close to a building but firefighters quickly took care of it before it could spread. 2024-07-28 @12:05am--#Bridgeport CT
Fairfield News: You’re Supposed to Take it Out of the Package First…
Report of a structure fire at the 100 block of Taunton Road in Fairfield. First reports is that it is a pizza BOX in the oven that caught on fire. If the pizza box is in a hot oven, you missed a step in the directions somewhere…