Senator Tony Hwang Vows to Remain Engaged Until Fairness and Transparency Prevail in Utility Siting Decisions

BRIDGEPORT, CT – At a press conference in Bridgeport, State Senator Tony Hwang (R—Fairfield) once again reaffirmed his unwavering commitment to the residents of Fairfield, Southport, and Bridgeport in the ongoing fight for fairness, transparency, social and environmental justice in utility infrastructure siting. Alongside local residents, faith leaders, and community advocates, Senator Hwang underscored that this issue remains top-of-mind and one of his priorities in representing Fairfield and Southport. “Once again, I stand with all of you, and I want to make it absolutely clear: I will be at every meeting, every discussion, and every critical step of the way until this issue is transparently and equitably resolved,” Senator Hwang declared. “This is not a one-time effort, this is a…

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Connecticut Energy Assistance Program (CEAP)

Westport, CT –Human Services Director Elaine Daignault reminds income-eligible Westport residents to apply for the Connecticut Energy Assistance Program (CEAP) starting October 1, 2025. Connecticut's federally funded Energy Assistance Program (CEAP) helps low-income households with winter heating bills. Connecticut's Department of Social Services administers the program with local Community Action Agencies and municipal social services departments. According to Daignault, "Westport residents that previously qualified for assistance through our office will receive application instructions in the mail. Residents wishing to apply for the first time may contact the Department of Human Services at 203-341-1050 or humansrv@westportct.gov to make an appointment.” To qualify, your household income must be at or below 60% of the State Median Income (SMI). The maximum income for households is as follows: Households…

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Water Infrastructure Work Taking Place in Bridgeport

Water Main Replacement Project Starting This Week Bridgeport, CONN. –September 17th, 2025 – Aquarion Water Company continues to perform essential work on infrastructure necessary to ensure continued system reliability. Water main replacement projects are scheduled to begin this week on Clarkson St, Coutland Ave, Gilman St, Jetland Pl, Jetland St, Livingston St, Montgomery St, Mountford St, and Newton St in Bridgeport, CT. The project is expected to be completed in Spring 2026. Final paving will then be scheduled in coordination with the Town of Bridgeport. The project, which will replace approximately 4,900 feet of water main, is part of an ongoing program to improve Aquarion’s water distribution system and to ensure the highest quality water. The infrastructure upgrades will also help…

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Norwalk Arrest After Westport Ave Threat; Loaded Handgun With Defaced Serial Number Seized

On Tuesday, September 16, 2025, at approximately 4:23 p.m., Norwalk Combined Dispatch received a 911 call reporting that a male had displayed a handgun and threatened to shoot the caller on Westport Avenue. Responding officers located an individual matching the suspect description; as they approached, the suspect—later identified as Isaiah Mitchell, 21—was seen removing a handgun from his waistband and passing it into the passenger side of a nearby vehicle. Officers detained Mitchell and two individuals in the vehicle without incident and secured the firearm. The on-scene investigation determined Mitchell had also entered the T-Mobile store during the incident and caused a disturbance prior to threatening the original caller. The recovered handgun had a defaced serial number and was loaded…

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Westport Police Department Urges Residents and Visitors to Always Lock Cars

(Westport, CT) The Westport Police Department once again would like to remind our residents and visitors to always lock their cars and to secure their keys. Our community continues to be a target for car thieves and vehicle burglaries, with three stolen vehicle reports received between September 9th through the present, and a total of fifty-one stolen vehicle reports investigated by our agency year-to-date. These thefts have occurred from both parking lots as well as the driveways of private residences. It is a fact that the individuals perpetrating these crimes continue to prey on our town based on past successes in acquiring vehicles. Under no circumstances should a vehicle ever be left unattended and running, unlocked with the keys inside…

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