5:39pm--#Shelton CT--Firefighters on scene for an electrical fire in the boiler room at Latex Foam at 510 River Road. The firefighters knocked it down using dry chemical extinguishers and are trying to secure power to the area.
4:51pm--#Bridgeport CT-- Today's car fire is at 5 Myron Avenue.
NEW HAVEN, CT—Three of Connecticut’s representatives to Congress—Jim Himes, Rosa DeLauro, and Elizabeth Esty—unveiled today the Rail Safety Enforcement Act, comprehensive legislation to enhance rail safety. They are joined by New York Congressman Sean Patrick Maloney as an original cosponsor. The four representatives announced their intent to introduce the legislation last month and are formally introducing the bill today. “Metro North's string of accidents and delays over the past year is unacceptable and inexcusable. One of the busiest commuter rail lines in the country must be safer and must be more reliable – it is critical to our safety and to our region’s continued economic vitality,” said Himes. “I am pleased to join my colleagues in introducing legislation that will help…
2:35pm--#Fairfield CT-- In the lot of the Dunkin Donuts at 200 Tunxis Hill Road, a pedestrian was struck by a vehicle.
2:25pm--#Bridgeport CT-- Report of a fire at 743 Fairfield Avenue. Firefighters are on the way. UPDATE--Firefighters found a faulty motor in the air conditioning unit caused a smoke condition.
(HARTFORD, CT) – Governor Dannel P. Malloy today announced that he has proclaimed May 5-9, 2014 as National Teacher Appreciation Week in the State of Connecticut. Governor Malloy, Lieutenant Governor Nancy Wyman, and Commissioner of Education Stefan Pryor released the following statements in honor of National Teacher Day, Tuesday, May 6, 2014: “An educator’s ability to nurture student potential, ignite a love of learning, and encourage critical thinking is an unbelievable gift fundamental to the success of our democracy and our economy,” said Governor Malloy. “I’m envious of teachers’ ability to impact young people and their futures. Providing learning opportunities that level the playing field and give students a leg up is an issue very dear to my heart, one that I…
(Bridgeport, CT – May 5, 2014) – A 33-year-old man was injured during a fight stemming from a family dispute. Officer Benita Bailey responded to 17 Florence St. on Sunday just after 8 p.m. Police encountered the victim and other family members who were involved. Police learned that one man, 33-year-old Kent Woods, had been stabbed by a known party and that pepper spray had been discharged during the family dispute. His injuries were not life threatening. The suspect fled before police arrived. The incident remains under investigation.
3:39am--#Fairfield CT--The RTM wraps up budget in single session after 3am. Tax increase approx 1.96%.
1:o0ish--#Bridgeport CT--Around 1 am a police officer observed a white vehicle take off onto I-95 northbound at a high rate a speed. The vehicle had a sunroof and a woman was seen screaming from it along with two men in the vehicle. This gave police concern and police attempted to stop the vehicle but the vehicle was going faster than they wanted to engage and let the car go after entering Stratford. The car was not faster than a radio as they informed state and Stratford Police. Bridgeport and Stratford were able to locate the vehicle without engaging it. A short time later the vehicle was found abandoned. Good police work between Stratford and Bridgeport were able to locate…
Police with the major crime scene truck were at 1803 Noble Avenue since around 6:30pm Monday night and wrapped up around midnight. Word on the street and several phone calls we received said there were a couple of bodies discovered in the garage. We could not confirm this with police spokesman at this time, but the medical examiners were on scene in hazmat type suits seem to lead to credibility to this speculation. Again this has NOT been confirmed. If you like our live reports and updates as they are happening would you consider helping us continue by making a donation athttp://www.doingitlocal.com/donate/ Even a couple of bucks will make a difference!
