Shelton News: Propeller To The Head
4:16pm--#Shelton CT--A person has been struck in the head with a boat propeller at 466 River Road. Radio reports say they are conscious and alert. This report made possible by:
Fairfield Welcomes New Fire Chief
First Selectman Mike Tetreau announced that on August 31, 2015 the Fairfield Fire Commission unanimously voted to appoint Denis McCarthy as Fairfield’s new Fire Chief, effective October 1, 2015. Mr. McCarthy, a 38-year Fairfield resident, has served as Norwalk’s Fire Chief for the past ten years. Chief McCarthy has served in the Connecticut Fire Service for over 37 years. He credits his achievements to working collaboratively within the Fire Department, with partners from other municipal departments, in the private sector, as well as with citizen and community groups. Chief McCarthy values an honest, transparent and credible decision-making process. He recognizes the importance of public safety and the role of the Fire Department and Emergency Management on the health and stability…
Merritt Crash
1:37pm--#cttraffic--#Fairfield CT--Report of a crash with injuries on the Merritt Parkway northbound between exits 44 and 46. This report made possible by:
Bridgeport News: CarJacking
12:11am--#Bridgeport CT-- A gold Jeep Cherokee was just taken at knife point in the 500 block of Jane Street. It was taken by two Hispanic males and a Hispanic female in an orange dress. This report was made possible by:
Weston News: House Fire
11:50pm--#Weston CT-- Radio reports of a fully involved house fire at 23 Catbrier Road Weston CT. Westport called for mutual aid. This report is made possible by:
Bridgeport News: Car Hits Bicyclist
9:40pm--#Bridgeport CT--A bicyclist has been hit by a car at the intersection of Berkshire and Kossuth Street according to radio reports. This report is possible by:
Governor Signs Bill To Help Student Loan Debt
(HARTFORD, CT) – Governor Dannel P. Malloy today joined groups of advocates and state officials at a bill signing ceremony to commemorate two new pieces of legislation that aim to tackle rising student loan debt and college affordability. The first – Public Act 15-200 – was introduced by Governor Malloy, allowing students to refinance their loans at substantially lower rates and delivering lower monthly payments. The second – Public Act 15-162 – gives the Connecticut Department of Banking more regulatory oversight over student loans to help ensure fairness in the process. “We have one of the most educated workforces in America – and we need to keep it that way. As we deliver record high graduation rates in our…
I-95 Crash
7:11pm--#cttraffic--#Westport CT--Traffic on I-95 northbound near exit 18 is not as bad as expected after a rollover crash. Two children were in the car, no injuries reported but EMS was sent to evaluate. Its always first on DoingItLocal!
Bridgeport News: Naked Man Knocking!
6:22pm--#Bridgeport CT--#nakedman--A naked man is banging on doors trying to get into apartments on the 3rd floor at 285 Golden Hill Street. He may be under the influence of drugs according to radio reports. This report made possible by:
Westport News: Another Save By Westport Marine Unit!
5:55pm--#Westport CT--Another nice save by the Westport Marine Unit. An elderly couple walked out at low tide and got stuck as the tide came in. They held on to the sea grass until the marine unit was able to maneuver to them and pull them aboard. Special thanks to our sources and to Nima for making these reports possible. If you or a family member is buying a home, can you recommend them to Nima?