Stratford Police Arrest Bridgeport Man After Narcotics Pursuit on I-95

https://youtu.be/cqA4uHKhjLs On October 7, 2024, the Stratford Police Department’s Narcotic, Vice, and Intelligence Unit attempted to stop a motor vehicle after observing a possible narcotics transaction in the area of Stratford Avenue. The operator refused to stop and instead engaged the detectives in a pursuit. During the chase, the operator was seen tossing a black plastic bag from the vehicle while entering the southbound ramp to I-95 at exit 31. After a short distance on I-95, the operator eventually pulled over and stopped the vehicle. Detectives identified the driver as Andre McBride of Bridgeport. With the assistance of K9 Vader, the black plastic bag discarded by McBride was recovered nearby and found to contain narcotics and marijuana materials. McBride was…

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Mobile Registration Was Priceless To Me!

This was supposed to be a "Isn't your time worth something" post about Mobile Registration. Not having to wait for an appointment at the DMV is another biggie. What was priceless was Andre and his staff's knowledge. Even if I had the appointment, Andre discovered that the title to the DoingItLocalmobile was filled out incorrectly, by the dealer no less. I wouldn't have noticed it, and the time at the DMV would have been wasted and there would have been a lot of back and forth not to mention the frustration! Andre spotted the error, made several phone calls, and coordinated the efforts that allowed me to get my plates! If you have the time to wait for an appointment,…

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Man Shot During Carjacking

Police UPDATE: At 20:49 hrs Bridgeport ECC received calls of an aggravated assault with a firearm in the 1200 block of Wood Ave. A male victim was shot during a carjacking and transported to the hospital.  This is an active investigation at this time. A witness told me that a man was shot during a carjacking on Wood Avenue near West Jackson Avenue. There are no other details at this time. 2024-10-07@8:53pm--#Bridgeport

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D.P. Dough Celebrates Ribbon Cutting for Fairfield Location

https://youtu.be/Cr_3qfusk1Y D.P. Dough, the popular late-night calzone spot known for its diverse fillings, has officially opened its newest location at 222 Post Road in Fairfield, CT. Co-owners Jason Bonsignore and Paul Atala celebrated the milestone with a ribbon-cutting ceremony, marking the chain’s arrival in the vibrant Fairfield community. “We’re thrilled to be here in Fairfield,” said Paul Atala, a UConn graduate who partnered with Bonsignore to bring D.P. Dough to the area. “The response from students, parents, and local residents has been amazing. We’re grateful for the support and excited for the future.” Offering an extensive menu of calzones with creative fillings—including unique options like chili dog and cheesecake calzones—D.P. Dough has quickly become a favorite among college students and…

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The Give Collective Celebrates Grand Opening of Downtown Fairfield Boutique

https://youtu.be/hm1VMBFKfZU The Give Collective, a boutique dedicated to offering thoughtful, meaningful gifts while supporting local charities, has officially opened its new location at 1300 Post Road Retail, #2, in Fairfield, CT. The ribbon-cutting ceremony marked an exciting new chapter for the shop, which began as an online store before expanding into its first physical location. Founder Laura Loffredo shared her vision for The Give Collective at the ceremony, emphasizing the store’s mission to give back to the community. Each month, 10% of proceeds are donated to a selected local nonprofit. For October, The Give Collective has partnered with Medi Teddy, a nonprofit organization, to receive this month’s contribution. “We’re thrilled to be part of the Fairfield community and to have…

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