Bridgeport News: Crash
1:01am--#Bridgeport CT--First responders called to Pembroke Street and Boston Avenue for a one car crash with three people trapped inside the car. Firefighters are working to free the person. This report sponsored by:
Bridgeport News: Fire At St. Vincent’s Hospital
12:24am--#Bridgeport CT--Firefighters were called for an activated fire alarm at St. Vincent's Medical Center at 2800 Main Street. They discovered a heavy smoke condition in the basement. The called for additional freighters to the scene to help investigate. They discovered a dryer fire near the loading dock area. As usual the firefighters quickly extinguished the fire. St. Vincent's then started diverting emergency patients to other hospitals.
Fairfield News: Weekly Pursuit From Bridgeport to Fairfield
4:18pm--#Fairfield CT--#Bridgeport CT--Another chase starting in Bridgeport and onto I-95 came to an end at exit 22. The car ran off the shoulder of the exit crashing into a light pole. The suspects ran behind the church next to the exit but police caught them a short time later. Have you noticed Facebook isn't showing you our posts in real time anymore? See ALL our posts as it happens in real time at DoingItLocal.com. This report sponsored by:
Fairfield News: 2 Car Crash
3:30pm--#Fairfield CT--Report of a two car crash at Holland Hill Road and North Benson Road. Radio reports say the crash is block traffic so avoid the area. No word on any injuries. This report sponsored by:
Bridgeport News: Shots Fire Trumbull Avenue
3:05pm--#Bridgeport CT--Police are investigating shots fired in front of 455 Trumbull Avenue. Responsible was green car last seen heading towards Reservoir Avenue. No reports of anyone or anything being shot. This report sponsored by:
Norwalk News: 1 Rescued in Fire
11:24am--#Norwalk CT--One person was rescued by firefighters in a fire at 201 Ely Avenue. Fire marshal called in as it may be arson coupled with a hoarding issue; he is investigating. Thanks to our friends at ServPro for providing this picture:
State and State Police Union Reach Tentative Contract Agreement
Formal contract negotiations between the State of Connecticut and the Connecticut State Police Union have concluded. The parties have reached a tentative agreement on a three-year successor contract effective July 1, 2015 through June 30, 2018. The Union is in the process of seeking ratification of the Agreement from its members. Once the Agreement is ratified, the State shall submit it to the Legislature for approval pursuant to Section 5-278 of the Connecticut General Statutes. The basic wage terms are as follows: A three percent (3%) general wage increase effective July 1, 2015. A two percent (2%) general wage increase effective with the payroll period that includes July 1, 2016. A one percent (1%) general wage increase effective with…
Fairfield News: Dog Shot–With VIDEO
7:50pm--#Fairfield CT--Police were called to Jennings Road and Prince Street for shots fired. According to police a man was walking dogs when he said he was attacked by a stray dog. He fired a shot hitting the dog in the rear quarter. The dog then ran to Prince Street where police located him. Animal Control rushed the dog to Norwalk Animal Hospital for surgery for non life threatening gunshot. The man was taken into custody and a .380 Colt handgun was recovered. I do not know if the man will be charged.