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Bridgeport Police Department Conducts High-Risk Warrant Service Resulting in Arrest and Firearms Seizure

Mar 13, 2024 Alex

In response to a recent rise in robberies on the city’s Westside (Maplewood Avenue neighborhood), members of the Bridgeport Police Department’s Robbery Squad took charge and conducted a criminal investigation.  As a result of the investigation, the case officer (Detective Albert Palatiello) obtained a search warrant and arrest warrant for an occupant and residence located within the 800 block of Hancock Avenue.   The warrant service was conducted on the morning of March 12, 2024, by members of the Bridgeport Police Department’s elite Emergency Services Unit.  During this operation, 18-year-old Jayden Freeman was taken into custody and charged with Robbery In The First Degree, Larceny In The Second Degree, Theft Of A Firearm, and Criminal Use of a Firearm.  Bond was set…

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Ansonia News: Arrest made in February Arson

Mar 13, 2024 Alex

On March 12, 2024, the Ansonia Police Department arrested three juveniles for their involvement in the arson fire on February 2, 2024, at the former Ansonia Copper and Brass building on Liberty Street. The three males were ages 13, 13 and 14, their names will not be released due to their juvenile status. Each juvenile was charged with Arson First Degree, Conspiracy to Commit Arson First Degree and Criminal Trespass Second Degree, they will appear in juvenile court on March 15, 2024. The investigation into the arson was a joint effort between the Ansonia Police Department, Ansonia Fire Marshall, and Connecticut State Police Fire and Explosion Investigation Unit. Officer Michael Barry, Officer Joshua Rodrgiuez, and Detective Kristen Hunt of the Ansonia…

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Bridgeport

Tour Of School Slated For Closure

Mar 13, 2024 Stephen Krauchick

Vintage construction that leaves utility components exposed in hallways is a shared architectural challenge affecting daily routines for students in multiple schools. The reliance on aging steam boiler systems complicates temperature regulation, necessitating unconventional measures like winter window openings. Hall School's infrastructure challenges offer insight into broader issues affecting the district. As discussions around improvements gain momentum, the focus remains on addressing these shared concerns to create secure and conducive learning environments for all schools. The call for action becomes a collective imperative, emphasizing the shared responsibility of the district in tackling infrastructure woes. https://youtu.be/xGJUOMSng8k

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Stratford

MAYOR HOYDICK PROPOSES 2025 FISCAL YEAR BUDGET:NO INCREASE TO TAX OR MILL RATE; STRESSES IMPORTANCE OF FUNDING FOR SCHOOL DISTRICT

Mar 12, 2024 Alex

Mayor Laura R. Hoydick proposed the 2025 Fiscal Year operating budget for the Town of Stratford to the Town Council on Monday, March 11th. The proposed operating budget is $260,014,370, a 2.21% increase over the 2024FY adopted budget. However, through the use of other revenue sources, the administration highlighted that the budget would not increase taxes nor the 40.20 mill rate and the vehicle mill rate of 32.46 (which is capped by State Statute at this rate). The Mayor noted, “When I took office in late 2017, there was an incredible need for tax relief for our residents. This obligation to our taxpayers continues, year after year, and my administration was able to reduce taxes for the first five years, and keep the…

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Stratford Library  Hosts Registrars on March 24  

Mar 12, 2024 Alex

“Early Voting in CT” Is Topic The Stratford Library will host Stratford Registrars James Simon and Lou DeCilio and their presentation, “Early Voting in CT” on Sunday, March 24 at 2 pm. The talk will be presented live in the Library’s Lovell Room.  It is free and open to the public. Stratford Town of Registrars Lou DeCilio and Jim Simon will host a talkback forum on the new early voting laws in Connecticut.  About 60 percent of Connecticut voters approved a ballot question last November to allow Early Voting.  Simon and DeCilio will offer a behind-the-scenes look at how Early Voting is expected to operate. Will Early Voting last two days -- or two weeks?  Will you go to your normal polling place -- or to one centralized…

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