Anime Comes To Fairfield

In the vibrant world of Japanese pop culture, a new destination has emerged, promising an unparalleled retail experience for anime and manga enthusiasts. Ellie Greenberg, the visionary behind Arisu, has unveiled the store's second location at 226 Kings Highway East in Fairfield, inviting visitors to immerse themselves in a unique shopping adventure. A Journey to Japan Arisu is not your typical retail store. As soon as customers step through its doors, they are transported to the heart of Japan. The store is meticulously designed to evoke the essence of Japanese culture, making patrons feel as though they have embarked on a journey across the Pacific. "You come in and you feel like you're being transported to Japan," Greenberg shares, capturing…

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Fairfield News: Pedestrian Struck

Police UPDATE: A 17-year-old was struck by a vehicle while crossing Stillson Road. The pedestrian’s view was obstructed by a landscaping trailer which was traveling in the roadway, but stopped for traffic. The teenager, who admitted to not looking both ways, crossed the road and was struck by a passing vehicle. The pedestrian was transported to a local hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. No other injuries were reported. 2024-05-16@3:30PMish--#Fairfield CT-- A 17-year-old male was struck by a car on Stillson Road this afternoon. Police are investigating.

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Police Involved Shooting

On May 16, 2024, Bridgeport Police responded to the 200 block of Birdseye Street on reports of a suspicious male party brandishing a knife. Upon arrival, Officers located that party in the roadway (200 block of Birdseye St) where an officer-involved shooting occurred. The suspect was transported to Saint Vincent’s Hospital where he is listed in stable condition. When a police officer uses deadly force in the course of his or her duties, it is crucial that a thorough investigation is conducted. As directed by the Connecticut Police Accountability Act, this investigation will be conducted by the Office of Inspector General, the Connecticut State Police Western District Major Crime Squad, and the Office of the State’s Attorney - Judicial District…

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Norwalk News: Shots Fired Arrest Made

On May 13, 2024, at 8:41 PM, Norwalk Combined Dispatch received a report of shots fired at the 200 block of Ely Avenue. Upon arrival, Patrol Division Officers swiftly relayed the suspect and vehicle descriptions to their colleagues and located the vehicle nearby, where they also recovered a firearm. The investigation was then taken over by the Detective Bureau, revealing that the incident was isolated and domestic in nature, with no injuries reported. Sharona Debbie Annet Bailey-Bramble, 34, of Stamford was arrested and charged with criminal attempt at assault in the first degree, reckless endangerment in the first degree, and unlawful discharge of a firearm. Bail was set at $150,000. For any tips or information, the Norwalk Police can be…

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ATTORNEY GENERAL TONG FILES SUIT AGAINST ALTICE OVER UNLAWFUL “NETWORK ENHANCEMENT FEE”

(Hartford, CT) – Attorney General William Tong today announced a lawsuit against Altice/Optimum Online, seeking to halt and recoup millions of dollars in unlawfully charged “Network Enhancement Fees.” The complaint further seeks to hold the company accountable for buried disclosures regarding limits to advertised speeds. The complaint alleges three categories of violations of the Connecticut Unfair Trade Practices Act, including the improper fee, inadequate speed disclosures, and English-language disclosures on Spanish marketing materials. The complaint seeks both restitution for consumers as well as penalties to the state. Since at least January 2019, Altice has charged Connecticut consumers a monthly “Network Enhancement Fee,” which has increased over time with limited disclosure from $2.50 per month to $6.00 per month. In total,…

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