A serious crash with numerous injuries at the intersection Renzy Avenue and Main Street. Firefighters had to stabilize the pickup truck before removing its roof to get the people out.
2025-12-07@11:46pm #Bridgeport CT
Today’s Vehicle Fire
Today’s vehicle fire was located in the 500 block of Norman Street. Firefighters quickly extinguished it, the vehicle was not close to any structures.
2025-12-06@9:34pm #Bridgeport CT
Driving Reform School?
A driver gave Jennings Elementary an unexpected “drop-off” today after hitting the building on Palm Drive. No word yet on injuries.
2025-12-06@5:07pm #Fairfield CT
Inaugural Winter Farmers Market Season Starts December 7th
Fairfield Farmers Market and the Town of Fairfield are excited to announce the launch of the community’s first-ever Winter Farmers Market, taking place every Sunday from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the newly remodeled Penfield Pavilion. The market will run from December 7th through March 22nd and is designed to support local vendors year-round by giving them a venue to sell baked goods, meats, eggs, produce, and other staples. Shoppers can expect a variety of essential products, including fish, sauces, bread, salami, honey, and more. “We are excited to host this popular community event every Sunday at beautiful Penfield Pavilion,” said Anthony Calabrese, Director of Fairfield Community Services. “Come support your local producers and enjoy the best seasonal products all year round.”
This season features an extensive lineup of vendors from across Connecticut, including Fifth State Distillery, Bee Love Project, Biscuits & Bones, Blue Lotus Bracelets, Carrot Top Kitchens, Cross Culture Kombucha, D’s Kitchen, Dancing Barefoot Wellness, Double A Ranch, Edgewise Kitchen, Eileen Duffy, Elicit Brewing Co., Everneat, G Café Bakery, Grumpy Dumpling, Ittabit Fine Foods, Superseedz, Knots on Euclid, New England Cider, New Petal Flower Farm, Nordic Fish, Olmo Bagels, Oronoque Farms, Oui Charcuterie, Pottery by Sandra, Pure by Shasha, Raus Coffee, Saint X Foods, Sandpiper Bagels, Scent by M, Stylish Spoon, Swetckie-Doodles, Testa’s Sauce, Tucker’s Pies, Union City Farm, Yalla Organic Hummus, and many more. The Fairfield Farmers Market was originally founded in 2016 by local restaurant owner Bill Auer in partnership with Mark Barnhart and the Fairfield Economic Development Commission. For updates and additional information, visit www.fairfieldrecreation.com, follow @FairfieldCTFarmersMarket on Facebook, or @FairfieldFarmersMarket on Instagram.
Norwalk Teen Arrested as Fugitive in Boston Police Cruiser Arson Case
Norwalk Police have arrested 19-year-old David Antonio Moran-Chavez after investigators linked him to the arson of a Boston Police vehicle during a violent street takeover earlier this fall. Boston Police first contacted Norwalk Detectives in early November seeking assistance with their investigation into an October 5th incident where officers attempted to disperse a large and hostile crowd near Massachusetts Avenue and Tremont Street. According to Boston Police, fireworks were thrown at officers, people climbed on police vehicles, and one of the fireworks ignited a cruiser, destroying it in a fully involved fire. Detectives in Boston later identified Moran-Chavez as the suspected arsonist.
Over the following weeks, detectives from both departments coordinated to gather intelligence and prepare for the arrest. Boston Police secured an arrest warrant charging Moran-Chavez with multiple felony and misdemeanor offenses, including conspiracy, disturbing the peace, burning a motor vehicle, and fireworks violations. A search warrant for his Norwalk residence was also obtained. On December 4, 2025, Norwalk Detectives and the Emergency Services Unit Tactical Response Team executed the warrants, took Moran-Chavez into custody, and recovered evidence tied to the Boston incident. He was charged in Connecticut as a Fugitive from Justice and is awaiting extradition to Massachusetts on a $500,000 bond. His next court date is December 18, 2025.
Anyone with information is asked to contact the Norwalk Police Tip Line at 203-854-3111, submit an anonymous online tip at norwalkpd.com, or text NORWALKPD and the message to TIP411 (847411).
Manhunt on I-95
There is a heavy police presence with K-9 on I-95 near exit 38. The driver fled, uncertain if it was the result of a crash. Expect delays in the area.
2025-12-05@9:47pm #Milford CT #cttraffic
Second Warrant at Sono One Stop Leads to Arrest and New Violations Under Norwalk Vape Shop Ordinance
On December 3, 2025, the Norwalk Police Department’s Special Services Division executed a second search and seizure warrant at Sono One Stop, located at 83 Washington Street. The store had previously been searched in January 2025, and officers were aware that clerk Aiman Faroq Mohsen-Alhodais also had an active arrest warrant for the sale of a controlled substance. The warrant was part of an ongoing investigation into Norwalk smoke shops suspected of selling cannabis and cannabis products without a valid state cannabis license. Under Connecticut law, products containing more than 0.3% THC cannot be sold without a licensed cannabis permit, and marijuana can only be sold at authorized dispensaries.
Earlier this year, Norwalk adopted a new ordinance regulating vape and smoke shops due to repeated issues with illegal marijuana sales. The ordinance imposes a $250 fine for a first violation, a six-month license suspension for a second violation within twelve months, and full license revocation upon a third violation within twenty-four months. Shops with suspended or revoked licenses must remove all vape products from the premises, with each day of noncompliance constituting a separate offense. During the December 3rd search, investigators recovered approximately 1.5 pounds of cannabis products, including pre-rolled marijuana cigarettes, THC edibles, and marijuana-filled containers. Mohsen-Alhodais was taken into custody without incident, and the recovery of illegal products marks Sono One Stop’s second violation under the city ordinance, following a citation issued in November.
Mohsen-Alhodais was charged on scene with possession of a controlled substance and possession with intent to sell, with bond set at $50,000. He also faces an additional $50,000 bond on his existing warrant for the sale of a controlled substance. His court date is December 18, 2025. Police encourage anyone with information to contact the Norwalk Police Tip Line at 203-854-3111, submit anonymous internet tips at norwalkpd.com, or send anonymous text tips by texting NORWALKPD and the message to TIP411 (847411).
Connecticut Activates Statewide Severe Cold Weather Protocol Through December 9; Municipalities Announce Local Warming Centers
December 5, 2025 – Hartford, CT — Governor Ned Lamont has activated Connecticut’s Severe Cold Weather Protocol beginning 3:00 p.m. Thursday, December 4, 2025, and continuing through 12:00 p.m. Tuesday, December 9, 2025, in response to an unusually early arctic cold blast projected to send temperatures 10 to 20 degrees below normal statewide. Cities and towns across Connecticut—including Stratford, Westport, and Bridgeport—have activated their own local cold-weather plans and released updated lists of available warming centers to protect vulnerable residents.
The statewide protocol enables coordinated communication between state agencies, local officials, United Way 2-1-1, and Connecticut’s shelter network. Residents needing immediate shelter or transportation to a warming center are urged to visit 211ct.org or dial 2-1-1. Connecticut’s WebEOC system is being used to update warming center availability and monitor local shelter capacity in real time.
Governor Lamont emphasized the seriousness of the cold outbreak, noting that wind chills may drop near zero at times: “This kind of arctic air can be dangerous and potentially fatal. Shelters and warming centers are available throughout the state, and transportation can be provided if necessary. Please take steps to protect yourself, your neighbors, and your pets.”
**LOCAL WARMING CENTER LOCATIONS
(STRATFORD • WESTPORT • BRIDGEPORT)**
STRATFORD WARMING CENTERS
Protocol in effect through 12:00 p.m. Tuesday, December 9.
Baldwin Center
1000 W Broad Street
Mon–Fri: 8:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
Stratford Library
2203 Main Street
Mon–Thu: 10:00 a.m.–8:00 p.m.
Fri–Sat: 10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Sun: 1:00 p.m.–5:00 p.m.
Stratford YMCA
3045 Main Street
Mon–Thu: 5:30 a.m.–9:00 p.m.
Fri: 5:30 a.m.–7:00 p.m.
Sat: 7:30 a.m.–6:00 p.m.
Sun: 8:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
For overnight shelter arrangements, Stratford residents should call 2-1-1.
WESTPORT WARMING CENTERS
Cold Weather Protocol active through 12:00 p.m. Tuesday, December 9.
Westport Center for Senior Activities
21 Imperial Ave
Mon–Fri: 8:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
Westport Library
20 Jesup Rd
Thu: 9:00 a.m.–9:00 p.m.
Fri: 9:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m.
Sat: 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Sun: 1:00 p.m.–5:00 p.m.
Westport Museum for History and Culture
25 Avery Place
Tue–Sat: 11:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Westport/Weston Family YMCA
14 Alan Raymond Lane
Mon–Fri: 5:30 a.m.–9:00 p.m.
Sat–Sun: 7:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m.
Residents needing assistance may contact Westport Human Services at 203-341-1050 (Mon–Fri). After hours, call 2-1-1.
BRIDGEPORT WARMING CENTERS
Cold Weather Protocol active from 3:00 p.m. December 4 through 12:00 p.m. December 9.
Senior Centers (Weekdays Only, 9:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.)
Black Rock Senior Center – 2676 Fairfield Ave
East Side Senior Center – 268 Putnam St
Eisenhower Senior Center – 307 Golden Hill St
Other Warming Locations
GBT Station
710 Water Street
Mon–Fri: 9:00 a.m.–9:00 p.m.
Bridgeport Public Library Branches
Main Branch – 925 Broad St
Mon–Tue: 10–6, Wed: 10–8, Thu: 12–8, Fri–Sat: 10–5
Black Rock Branch – 2705 Fairfield Ave
Mon–Wed: 10–6, Tue & Thu: 10–8, Fri–Sat: 10–5
Newfield Branch – 755 Central Ave
Mon–Tue: 10–6, Wed–Thu: 10–7, Fri–Sat: 10–5
North Branch – 3455 Madison Ave
Mon–Wed: 10–6, Tue & Thu: varied evening hours, Fri–Sat: 10–5
Beardsley Branch – 2536 East Main St
Mon: 10–6, Tue: 12–8, Wed–Thu: 10–8, Fri–Sat: 10–5
East Side Branch – Temporarily closed for renovations
Overnight Shelter
South End Community Center
650 Park Avenue
Open 24/7 – limited overnight capacity, caseworker support available
Bridgeport’s Operation Care Outreach Team is also coordinating shelter placements at Prospect House, Bridgeport Rescue Mission, and Alpha Community. For homeless outreach assistance, call 2-1-1 or visit 650 Park Ave.
Residents experiencing a power outage should contact United Illuminating’s 24-hour hotline at 800-722-5584.
SAFETY REMINDERS FOR ALL CONNECTICUT RESIDENTS
Check heating units and avoid using ovens or stoves for home heat.
Operate generators outdoors only.
Bring pets indoors.
Watch for ice buildup on pipes, steps, and roadways.
Dress in layers when outdoors and check on elderly or vulnerable neighbors.
State and local emergency management agencies will continue monitoring weather conditions and providing updates throughout the duration of the protocol.
Small Fire Contained to Restroom at Stratford Home Depot
A small fire was quickly contained to the ladies’ restroom at Home Depot on Barnum Avenue in Stratford, but it left a noticeable smoke condition inside the store. Crews responded swiftly, and the situation was brought under control without further spread.
2025-12-02@8:09pm #Stratford CT #ctfire
Longshore Golf Course Sets Season-Closing Date for December 7
Westport, CT — Parks and Recreation Director Erik Barbieri announced today that the Longshore Golf Course will officially close for the season on Sunday, December 7.
“We are pleased to have been able to extend the 2025 golf season this far into December,” said Barbieri. “On behalf of the Town of Westport, Head Golf Professional Jon Janik, Golf Course Superintendent Sean Charles, and the entire staff at Longshore, we wish all our loyal Longshore golfers a Happy and Healthy New Year. We look forward to seeing you in the spring.”