11:15am--#cttraffic--#Westport CT--Traffic is down to one lane in each direction near the fire station on Route 1 Post Road East for a sewer main break. See ALL of our posts, not just what Facebook shows you! Go right to our mobile friendly website at DoingItLocal.com This report sponsored by:
VIDEO Report--Governor Dannel P. Malloy, joined by Interim Commissioner of Education Dianna R. Wentzell, today announced that graduation rates continue to climb as persistent graduation gaps continue to close. In 2014, the statewide graduation rate increased 1.5 points to 87.0 percent—up for a total 5.2 points since 2010.
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:
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.
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:
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:
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:
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:
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…
