Bridgeport News: Structure Fire

On September 9, 2015 at 6:43 a.m., firefighters responded to a call regarding smoke in the area of Berkshire Ave. and Pembroke St.  At the scene, firefighters found a multi-family home at 511 Berkshire Ave. The rear of the building had heavy fire on all three floors. Four civilians exited the building shortly after firefighters arrived. Firefighters then performed a search of the building and found no one inside. Firefighters fought the fire for a time until crews had to be pulled out for an exterior operation.  Once the fire was under control, firefighters returned to the inside of the building to extinguish the remaining fire. More than 30 firefighters were dispatched to tackle the fire. The cause of the fire is under investigation. No injuries…

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Want To Be A Docent?

FAIRFIELD, CT/AUGUST 31, 2015 – Lifelong learners take note: The Fairfield Museum and History Center is looking for people in the community who want to share their interest in history with students and adults by becoming a Museum Docent. A free training session will be held on Friday, September 25th from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. at the Museum, 370 Beach Road, Fairfield, CT. Coffee and refreshments will be served. Seating is limited and pre-registration is required by calling 203-259-1598 or visiting http://docentorientation.eventbrite.com. The Education Staff at the Museum will present an overview of docent opportunities as well as a “highlights of the Historic Town Green” walking tour. The program is intellectually stimulating and socially rewarded, and includes readings and discussions…

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Fairfield 9/11 Remembrance Ceremony

Fire Chief Richard Felner and Police Chief Gary MacNamara invite you to The Fairfield Fire and Police Departments are honoring those who lost their lives in the 9/11 tragedy. The ceremony will be held on Friday, September 11, 2015 at 9:00 am, Fire Headquarters, 140 Reef Road, front ramp. Please join us in remembering our fallen heroes. Here is video from the ceremony of 2011:

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