Stratford Library Offers “Roots of Black Music”

Musician/Song Writer Karlus Trapp Performs May 3 The Stratford Library, 2203 Main Street in Stratford will offer a special music history concert, “The Roots of Black Music in America”, on Friday, May 3 at 7 pm.  The concert, featuring musician Karlus Trapp, is free and open to the public. Producer, songwriter, teacher & troubadour Karlus Trapp presents his delightful, educational and entertaining 100-year journey back through time for Stratford audiences. Trapp offers a fresh perspective through song, story and history to learn about the music of America’s black musical giants. Hear Scott Joplin during the birth of Ragtime. Dance to the Charleston in the 1920’s. Play air guitar with Chuck Berry or sing along with the Supremes in the 1960’s.…

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Milford News: Firearm and drug arrest made

On April 13, 2024, the Milford Police Department was dispatched to the Milford Inn located at the 300 block of Old Gate Ln for the report of a breach of peace with a firearm brandished. The victim reported that a male, later identified as Raquan Brown, 30, from Bronx, NY, was aggressively banging on her motel room door. The victim also reported seeing a firearm on Brown’s person. Upon officer’s arrival, Brown was located in his vehicle in the parking lot. A search of the vehicle revealed a Taurus G2S 9MM handgun, a 9MM 10 round magazine, 9MM full metal jacket bullets, a steak knife, a blade, a homemade stabbing device, two bags of meth, a glass pipe, and a…

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Norwalk Police Plant Pinwheel Garden to Celebrate Child Abuse Prevention Month

In observance of National Child Abuse Prevention month in April, the Norwalk Police Department and The Human Services Council’s Child Advocacy Center, Children’s Connection are partnering up to plant a “pinwheel garden” on April 25th at 10:00 AM at police headquarters at 1 Monroe Street. Pinwheel gardens are used nationwide during the month of April to bring heightened awareness to child abuse prevention and symbolize the joy of childhood. April 25th is also “Wear Blue for Child Abuse Day”; so, folks will be dressed in blue to show their support. Can’t make it to the Police Department that day? Wear blue and post photos on your favorite social media with the hashtags - #wearblue, #childabuseprevention and #humanservicesct Child abuse and…

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 “MANAGING MONEY MATTERS” AT STRATFORD LIBRARY APRIL 30

 The Stratford Library, 2203 Main Street in Stratford, Connecticut will offer "Managing Money Matters" with guest speaker Patrina Dixon on Tuesday, April 30 at 6:30 pm.  Dixon, an author, blogger, YouTuber and podcaster will give the tools and information to help individuals make their financial goals a reality.  Learn tips and strategies to master managing cash flow and increase your savings. The workshop is free and open to the public.      Patrina Dixon is a Certified Financial Education Instructor, Registered Financial Consultant and two-time #1 Best Selling Author and International Speaker.  As Founder and CEO of "It’$ My Money", her own local Connecticut TV show, Dixon and her team are on a mission to help people transform their lives by mastering money management skills. She has…

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Norwalk News: Arrest made in Sexual Assault Case

On June 6, 2023, the Special Victims Unit initiated an investigation into a sexual assault complaint. After a thorough investigation led by Detective Patrick English, Fran Garcia-Pineda was identified as the suspect. It was discovered that Garcia-Pineda resided in Miami, Florida, leading to the issuance of an extraditable arrest warrant by Stamford Superior Court. Detective English collaborated with a Norwalk Police Officer assigned to the United States Marshals Service Violent Fugitive Task Force, resulting in Garcia-Pineda's arrest on April 4, 2024. He was subsequently extradited to Norwalk on April 16, 2024, and charged with Sexual Assault in the Third Degree.

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Bridgeport News: Early Morning Structure Fire

At 04:15AM today Fire Units responded to a working fire located at 2340 North Ave. The first unit fire on the first floor was quickly knocked down. The Fire Marshal’s office is conducting an investigation as to the cause at this time.The Red Cross will be providing shelter for the 5 persons displaced, and there was 1 person who was evaluated by AMR.

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Spotlight on Main Street: Downtown Bridgeport

Downtown Bridgeport, once characterized by vacant office buildings and lackluster public spaces, is experiencing a remarkable transformation. Through adaptive reuse and mixed-use projects, the historic amenities of the area are being rejuvenated, breathing new life into the city center. Formerly dormant daytime office spaces are undergoing conversion into vibrant residential units, catalyzing a surge in dining and nightlife establishments. This revitalization effort not only repurposes existing infrastructure but also fosters a dynamic urban environment where residents and visitors alike can thrive. Central to this revitalization is the infusion of public art, which adds vibrancy and fosters creativity in shared spaces. These artistic installations not only beautify the cityscape but also serve as focal points for community engagement and cultural expression.…

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BLUMENTHAL SPONSORS LEGISLATION TO PREVENT YOUTH SUICIDE AMID YOUTH MENTAL HEALTH CRISIS

[HARTFORD, CT] – U.S. Senator Richard Blumenthal (D-CT) joined Senate colleagues in introducing legislation to prevent youth suicide, which is the second leading cause of death for people aged 10 to 24. The Child Suicide Prevention and Lethal Means Safety Act would fund suicide prevention initiatives, ensure health care providers receive training to prevent intentional harm, and create a centralized hub to provide safety information to at-risk youth and their support networks. “Across the country we are seeing a trend of increasing suicide rates that are beyond disturbing and gut-wrenching. We know we can do something. That’s why I’ve introduced the Child Suicide Prevention and Lethal Means Safety Act to support care and counseling wherever children can be reached – in the schools, in…

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