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Stratford

Ring in the Holidays with Stratford’s Tree Lighting and First Holiday Market this Friday, November 28, 2025

Nov 27, 2025 Stephen Krauchick

STRATFORD- Stratford Mayor Laura R. Hoydick invites residents to participate in Stratford’s first Holiday Market. Over 28 organizations will be present representing vendors, artisans and community partners. Come do some holiday shopping! Mayor Hoydick noted, “I’m thrilled to invite everyone to join us on Friday, November 28th for Stratford’s first-ever Holiday Market on the Town Hall Green, held in conjunction with our annual tree lighting and a special meet and greet with Santa. This brings the very best of our community, with local vendors, families, friends, and neighbors kicking off the season together! I look forward to seeing everyone there!” Highlights of the day will include photos with Santa and Mrs. Claus, where each family will receive a complimentary printed photo. Complimentary children’s activities…

Westport

Westport Ulta Theft Case Ends in $50K Bond Arrest

Nov 27, 2025 Stephen Krauchick

Police say a months-old shoplifting case at Ulta Beauty in Westport has now resulted in an arrest after surveillance video helped identify a suspect. Store management reported the theft on November 3, after discovering the incident during a routine review of security footage from September 6. According to investigators, two individuals entered the store together, with one intentionally creating a distraction while the second suspect, later identified as Peggy Inesti, allegedly removed multiple bottles of fragrance and testers from store shelves and placed them into a tote bag. Both suspects then exited the store without paying for the merchandise. The total loss was reported at $1,726. Through information sharing with other law enforcement agencies investigating similar thefts in their jurisdictions,…

Bridgeport

Home for the Brave Celebrates Major Expansion With Ribbon Cutting in Bridgeport

Nov 27, 2025 Stephen Krauchick

https://youtu.be/07Im1luDbug A ribbon-cutting ceremony was held this week at Home for the Brave in Bridgeport, celebrating the completion of a major multi-million-dollar renovation aimed at expanding veteran housing and services. The approximately $3.7 million project added 11 new private veteran suites, a new elevator for full ADA accessibility, updated medical and counseling rooms, and a new outdoor courtyard and gathering space designed for therapeutic use and community events. Local and state officials joined staff, supporters, and veterans for the ceremony, praising the nonprofit’s continued commitment to helping formerly homeless veterans transition into stable, independent lives. The expansion allows Home for the Brave to serve more veterans at a time when housing insecurity remains a critical issue across Greater Bridgeport.

Westport

Traffic Advisory – Pequot Runners Thanksgiving Day Road Race –

Nov 26, 2025 Stephen Krauchick

Thursday, November 27, 2025 The Pequot Running Club of Fairfield will be holding its annual Thanksgiving Day five-mile road race on Thursday, November 27, 2025. The race kicks off in Southport and will initially enter Westport from Pequot Avenue/Beachside Avenue. It then travels North on Sasco Creek Road, East on Greens Farms Road, Northwest on Clapboard Hill Road, South on Maple Avenue South, West on Greens Farms Road, South on New Creek Road and then East on Beachside Avenue until the race re-enters Southport on Pequot Avenue. The race is scheduled to begin at 8:00 am and should have completely exited all Westport roads by approximately 11:00 am. While the race is traveling through town, residents and motorists can expect…

Bridgeport

I-95 Crash!

Nov 25, 2025 Stephen Krauchick

Report of a spun out tractor trailer by exit 27 Southbound on I-95 taking up the left and center lanes.

Fairfield

Merritt Crash

Nov 25, 2025 Stephen Krauchick

A one-car rollover crash on the Merritt Parkway northbound near exit 29, which is the former exit 47. The driver fled the scene according to unconfirmed reports. 2025-11-25@10:19pm-- #Fairfield CT #cttraffic

Milford

Man Pinned While Changing Tire on I-95

Nov 24, 2025 Stephen Krauchick

A man was pinned while changing a tire on I-95 southbound near Exit 36. According to unconfirmed reports, a tourniquet was applied to his leg. This is a developing story and no further details have been released. 2025-11-24@5:39pm-- #Milford CT #cttraffic

Bridgeport

Bridgeport Public Schools Reports Lowest Chronic Absenteeism Rate in Five Years

Nov 23, 2025 Stephen Krauchick

Bridgeport Public Schools announced significant progress in reducing chronic absenteeism, reaching the lowest rate in five years. According to the latest data shared with the district by the Connecticut State Department of Education, Bridgeport Public Schools has reduced its chronic absenteeism rate to 22.6 percent as of October 2025, a major improvement from 32.0 percent in October 2024 and below pre-pandemic levels. Five Year Comparison of October Chronic Absenteeism2025 - 22.6 percent2024 - 32.0 percent2023 - 28.0 percent2022 - 29.9 percent2021 - 30.6 percent2020 - 31.1 percent Early internal indicators for November show continued progress, with the district estimating 23 percent, compared to historical November rates that typically range from 27 percent to 32 percent. “These numbers show us something…

Fairfield

Santa Returns to Sherman Green for Fairfield’s Annual Holiday Celebration

Nov 23, 2025 Stephen Krauchick

The Fairfield Chamber of Commerce is happy to announce that Santa will once again be visiting Fairfield on Sunday, November 30, 2025. Greeted by Fairfield’s First Selectwoman Christine Vitale, Santa Claus will arrive by hook-and-ladder down Reef Road at 10:00am. He will sit in the beautifully decorated gazebo on Sherman Green until approximately 2:00pm, as he listens to the wide-eyed holiday wishes of all the children who visit him. Santa’s elves will give each child an adorable, small plush holiday toy! This free event, celebrating its 23rd year, is made available to the community through the generous support of the Chamber’s member sponsors (TVEyes, AMR (American Medical Resonse, AFC Urgent Care, GoNetSpeed, Massage Envy/Fairfield, Children’s Art Classes, Hartford HealthCare, Cambridge…

Bridgeport

Route 8 Crash!

Nov 23, 2025 Stephen Krauchick

Report of a multi car crash Route 8 North by exit 2. First responders are still on the way, and it seems that the crash is over on the side at this time.

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Ring in the Holidays with Stratford’s Tree Lighting and First Holiday Market this Friday, November 28, 2025

Westport Ulta Theft Case Ends in $50K Bond Arrest

Home for the Brave Celebrates Major Expansion With Ribbon Cutting in Bridgeport

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Bridgeport Public Schools Reports Lowest Chronic Absenteeism Rate in Five Years

Santa Returns to Sherman Green for Fairfield’s Annual Holiday Celebration

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