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Westport News: Boom! Power Out! Road Closed

Jun 29, 2016 Stephen Krauchick

At 12:56 PM today, Westport Firefighters responded to a reported explosion and smoke in the area of Elaine Rd. and Compo Rd. South. Arriving units found an Eversource power line (that ran along the Metro North right of way near the tracks) down and arcing. The energized line had caused the brush and some railroad ties along the side of the track to catch on fire. Firefighters called for train traffic on Track 3 to be stopped and called for a slowdown on Tracks 1, 2 and 4 for the duration of the incident. Metro North and Eversource personnel responded to the incident to assist Westport Police and Fire units on the scene. The power line was de-energized before firefighters could apply water to the fire and…

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Connecticut State Troopers Urge Caution with Fireworks

Jun 29, 2016 Stephen Krauchick

Middletown, CT. (June 29, 2016): As the July 4 th holiday weekend quickly approaches, the Connecticut State Police reminds Connecticut residents that fireworks are illegal in the State of Connecticut. Over the past few weeks the public has been overwhelmed with advertisements, signs, and sales pitches of so-called “fireworks.” July 4 th always raises questions about what is legal as far as fireworks are concerned. To avoid confusion, and to caution our citizens, Connecticut Law (29-357) says:   Only sparklers and fountains, which are non-explosive and non-aerial, are legal in Connecticut. Sparklers and fountains can only be legally purchased and used by persons age 16 or Novelty items such as party poppers, snakes, smoke devices and anything that emits a flame are not legal for private use…

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Vacation In…. Fairfield!

Jun 29, 2016 Stephen Krauchick

The Office of Community and Economic Development announced that as part of a renewed emphasis on tourism, the Town of Fairfield unveiled today a new website designed to provide visitors and residents alike with information on upcoming events, local attractions, things to do and places to stay, eat and shop in Fairfield. The new mobile-responsive website, www.ExperienceFairfieldCT.org complements a new Fairfield Town Map and Guide, which is presently being distributed at more than 280 locations in the New York metro area throughout the busy summer tourist season. “Fairfield is the quintessential New England town with a rich, 375-year history, picturesque coastline and a vibrant and walkable downtown. There’s so much to see and do, all within minutes of each other,…

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Stratford News: Tobacco Compliance

Jun 28, 2016 Stephen Krauchick

On June 20, 2016 the Stratford Police Department and staff members of the State of Connecticut, Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services (DMHAS), Tobacco Prevention and Enforcement Program (TPEP), conducted  anannounced compliance inspections of establishments that sell tobacco products. The inspections were performed in an effort to determine compliance with state laws concerning the prohibition of the sale of cigarettes and/or tobacco products to youth under the age of eighteen. Under the direction and supervision of DMHAS investigators, an underage youth employed by the Tobacco Prevention and Enforcement Program, entered the establishments and attempted to purchase tobacco products.  A total of nineteen (19) unannounced compliance inspections were conducted. Of this total, three establishments were found to be in violation of the General Statutes of Connecticut, Sec. 53-344(b), Sale…

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Westport News: Larceny

Jun 28, 2016 Stephen Krauchick

In April of 2016, Westport Officers were dispatched to Stop and Shop, 1790 Post Road East, on a report of shoplifting. A female was caught on video surveillance placing beer and energy drinks into her cart, then leaving the store without paying. Officers were able to identify the female as Nickie Thompson because she committed the same crime in Bridgeport. A warrant was submitted to court for Larceny 6 th degree. On 06/21/16, Officers responded to the Milford Police Department and took custody of Thompson for the active warrant. She was also processed for a Failure to Appear warrant and held on a $10,000.00. (Westport Police Press Release) This report is made possible by:

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