Fairfield News: Today’s Vehicle Fire
Today's car fire is a garbage truck which caught fire at 1200 Fairfield Woods Road in front of Beth El Synagogue. Firefighters are on scene.
3 Bags Full
2024-04-08@8:31pm--#Shelton CT-- Police were called to Staples at 3 Armstrong Road for two individuals who filled 3 trash bags full of merchandise and fled in a car in an unknown direction according to radio reports.
Deep Tan – Deep Sleep
2024-04-08@8:26pm--#Shelton CT-- First responders were called to Apollo Tanning on Bridgeport Avenue for an unresponsive woman in one of the tanning beds. Firefighters reported she was just sleeping.
Phantom Crash: Bridgeport Firefighters Pursue Mysterious iPhone Activation on Boston Av
2024-04-08@7:49pm--#Bridgeport CT--The Bridgeport Emergency Center received an Apple iPhone emergency activation of a crash on Boston Avenue. Firefighters searched but could not locate the wreck. A callback to the phone was an open line with no one answering. Firefighters continued to search with no luck. Last week the ECC received a crash report on I-95 exit 27A. Apparently the phone fell out of the car while making the turn.
First Selectwoman Announces Traffic and Pedestrian Safety & SS4A Update Session
Thursday, April 25 @ 7:00 PM Westport, CT – First Selectwoman Jennifer Tooker has announced that, in coordination with the Public Works, Planning & Zoning, and Public Safety Departments, the Town will host its next Traffic and Pedestrian Safety Update Session on Thursday, April 25 at 7:00 PM in the Town Hall Auditorium. The purpose of the meeting will be to update the public on the Traffic and Pedestrian Safety Task Force’s progress and to allow additional discussion and input from residents about traffic and areas of concern they may have in their neighborhoods. Included in this discussion will be Town employees who are experienced in traffic management, knowledgeable of roadway conditions, engineering, and possible speed calming solutions, as well…
Bridgeport News: Head Strike After Viewing Sun
2024-04-08@2:22pm--#Bridgeport CT-- A resident at 3030 Park was looking up at the sun when the fell back and hit their head. EMS on the way.
Ansonia News: Woman Fights Rescue
2024-04-08@1:30pm--#Ansonia CT-- Police rescue a woman attempting to take her life by drowning in Coe Pond off Hemlock Drive. Firefighters are trying to bring her up the hillside with ropes but she is being hostile to them according to radio reports.
Mayor Ganim and the City of Bridgeport Announce the Return of Household Bulk Pickup
Bridgeport, CT – Mayor Ganim and the City of Bridgeport announced the return of the Household Bulk Trash Pickup Program for 2024. This program gives residents the opportunity to discard large items, such as furniture and appliances, that may be difficult to transport to the Transfer Station and are not part of regular weekly trash collection. The program will have different guidelines for removal this year, where residents will be able to discard trash on scheduled date periods specified by the Department of Public Facilities, depending on the district. This will further give residents the flexibility to have their pickup completed at a time that is most convenient for them. Public Facilities has established a dedicated phone number for residents…
8/25 Southbound Shutdown
2024-04-07@2:50pm--#Bridgeport CT-- #cttraffic-- A three car crash on Route 8/25 southbound near exit 2 has the highway shutdown in the southbound lane.
Stratford Library Holds Annual Gala April 27
The Stratford Library Board of Trustees will present its annual fundraiser for the library on Saturday, April 27 beginning at 6:30 pm. The nineteenth annual gala event entitled “Hooray for Hollywood” will offer “Avenue Groove”, a six piece R&B/Funk band as this year’s entertainment. “Hooray for Hollywood” is an evening of music, dancing, appetizers, dinner and fine beverages. Guests are encouraged to “dress Hollywood” for an entry to win a prize. A silent online and in-person auction and a 50/50 raffle will also be included in the festivities. Those unable to attend the benefit may support the Library by going online to make their auction bids. This year’s event will be held at Blackhawk County Club, 385 Oronoque Lane in…