Today’s Vehicle Fire
2024-03-10@2:40pm--#Milford CT-- Today's vehicle fire is being hosted by Milford on I-95 northbound near exit 36 a car carrier appears to have a brake fire.
Celtic Music: Stories & History with Jeff Snow at the Stratford Library
The Stratford Library, 2203 Main Street in Stratford will offer a special music history concert, “Celtic Music: Stories & History with Jeff Snow”, on Tuesday, March 19 at 7 pm. The concert is free and open to the public. Musician and raconteur Jeff Snow combines the music, stories and a wee bit of history from Scotland, Ireland and England into a concert event that has music lovers on the edge of their seats. Growing up as the son of a drummer in a Bagpipe band and in a home where older Celtic songs were the everyday sounds, Jeff Snow developed a love for this special music. The magical sounds from the instruments coupled with vocals and Snow's love and knowledge of his Scottish heritage create a…
Pool Room Fire Incident at Homewood Suites
2024-03-09@7:37pm--#Stratford CT-- On March 9, 2024, at 7:37 pm, in Stratford, CT, firefighters responded to a reported fire at Homewood Suites located at 6905 Main Street. The incident originated in the pool room, which appears to be separate from the hotel rooms. Firefighters are currently addressing complications with the electrical system and working to pinpoint the root cause. During their investigation, they uncovered a fire within a wall. The fire marshal has been summoned to the scene to conduct a thorough investigation.
8/25 3 Car Crash
2024-03-09@6:07pm--#Bridgeport CT-- #cttraffic-- A three car accident on Route 8/25 southbound at exit 2. No word on injuries.
Bridgeport News: Jump From The 6th Floor
2024-03-09@11:07pm--#Bridgeport CT-- A man jumped from the sixth floor at the intersection of Main and Golden Hill Street Friday night. Police said, "It is being considered a suicide at this time". https://youtu.be/yvXCkEl11HA
ViewerCam Crashes
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Footloose Fiasco: Alleged Victim Gives Chasing a ‘Toe’-tally Different Twist
Police said on Friday, that the person initially thought to be the victim, a woman, was actually the aggressor in the situation. She was chasing after a man who was trying to leave the area of Villa Place/Villa Avenue. As he drove away, his vehicle reportedly ran over her foot. The woman was arrested and charged with Criminal Mischief (CGS 53a-117) and Breach of Peace (CGS 53a-181). The man was arrested and charged with Evading Responsibility (CGS 14-224). Both are considered victims in this case, so their names and identifying information cannot be disclosed at this time
I-95 Crash
First responders are on scene for a one car rollover I-95 southbound at the hairpin turn at exit 27a route 8 exit ramp. There are 4 reported injured.
Connecticut’s Beardsley Zoo’s “Cool Blue” Program Offers Free Saturdays to Bridgeport Residents
Bridgeport, CT – Connecticut’s Beardsley Zoo is offering free admission to the zoo every Saturday from now until June 29th as a part of their Cool Blue Bridgeport Initiative for Bridgeport residents. Cool Blue Bridgeport is intended to connect with the citizens of Bridgeport and empower them to take action to help address the effects of climate change. Each month will spotlight a different animal at the zoo and there will be free programming onsite at 10:00 AM and 3:00 PM. Participants will not only learn about how animals are affected by the changing climate but also how residents can collectively make a difference. Mayor Ganim stated, “The Beardsley Zoo is an important part of Bridgeport and I’m appreciative of…
Bridgeport News: Updated Picture on arrests made in drug factory
Update to include a picture provided by a viewer: On March 7, 2024, at 6:30 a.m., the Narcotics and Vice Unit, assisted by the Bridgeport Police Task Force, executed a search warrant at 22 Marsh Way in response to ongoing quality-of-life complaints from neighborhood residents. The operation led to the seizure of crack cocaine and associated narcotics materials, resulting in the arrest of ten individuals over the last seven weeks, including Alberto Otero (33) faces charges of sales of narcotics, possession of narcotics paraphernalia, operating a drug factory, and criminal possession of ammunition. Jessica Villafane (45) is charged with sales of narcotics, possession of narcotics paraphernalia, and operating a drug factory. Michelle Coughlin (42) faces charges of possession of narcotics,…