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Westport Police Dog Lola Retires after 10 Years of Service

Feb 10, 2012 Stephen Krauchick

Service Dog “Lola” from its ranks. Lola is an all-black German Shepherd, and is trained in patrol work, tracking, and narcotic detection. After 10 years of service, and over 1000 arrests to her credit, Lola will be ending her service for the town of Westport and its citizens. Lola first joined the police department in 2002 and was handled by then Officer Foti Koskinas until his promotion in 2007. Officer Marc Heinmiller then took over the responsibilities as handler and caretaker of Lola until her retirement in January of this year. Lola leaves behind a legacy that includes: numerous drug seizures, criminal apprehensions, the finding of the lost or missing, and the relationships she has made with many of the…

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Update On Injured BPT Firefighters

Feb 10, 2012 Stephen Krauchick

Earlier Thursday two firefighters were injured battling a blaze on East Main Street. At an accident scene my mind was on the condition of Lt. Peter Morotto and firefighter Pat Burlinson so I had to ask Assistant Fire Chief Dominick Carfi their condition. They will be in pain for awhile, not life threatening but they will be in pain from a flash over they encountered in their attempt to rescue someone they thought was trapped in apartment fire.

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3 Injured In Spectacular Crash in Bridgeport

Feb 10, 2012 Stephen Krauchick

[caption id="attachment_6421" align="alignleft" width="150" caption="Crash sent 3 men to area hospitals"][/caption]Seat belts saved some lives in Bridgeport when a single car crashed into a utility pole on Railroad Avenue near Howard Avenue just before 11pm Thursday night. Assistant Fire Chief Dominick Carfi told us that the pole was snapped but a metal riser supported the pole. One man got himself out of the wreck but the two other occupants had to extricated by firefighters. All three were taken to local hospitals.

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Bridgeport Firefighters Battle Linwood Ave Blaze

Feb 8, 2012 Stephen Krauchick

[caption id="attachment_6408" align="alignleft" width="150" caption="Fire started around 8:30pm"][/caption]A fire that started on a vacant second floor apartment chased tenants in this 3 family home into the cold Tuesday night around 8:30pm.  When fire units arrived they reported heavy fire in the rear of the structure.  A couple of hand lines knocked the blaze out and firefighters worked at opening walls and siding checking for extensions.  Jean Sureany was chased out after a neighbor banged on his door to alert him of the fire.  Assistant Fire Chief Robert Morton told us that although the fire was reported out he did not like what he saw in the attic area and had it opened up to ensure the fire didn't extend up…

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Valentines for Vets Drive

Feb 6, 2012 Stephen Krauchick

[caption id="attachment_6396" align="alignleft" width="150" caption="Today's batch came from South School in New Canaan, All Saints Catholic School in Norwalk and St. Cecilia's in Stamford."][/caption] BRIDGEPORT, CT—Congressman Jim Himes (CT-4) is announcing his third annual “Valentines for Vets” program, which collects valentines made by Fourth District children to deliver to local veterans. This year’s valentines will be taken to the local VA hospital, Homes for the Brave in Bridgeport, and other service organizations. Himes traditionally visits a participating school to make cards with students, and veterans accompany him to share stories about their service. “I have seen how appreciative veterans are when someone sincerely thanks them for their service and know they are incredibly grateful for the many beautiful cards they…

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Judge sets trial date in VA school-tardiness case

Feb 6, 2012 Stephen Krauchick

Amy and Mark Denicore are headed to a full-blown trial to defend themselves against charges that they violated Virginia law by making their kids late to elementary school too often.  The Denicores are each charged with three Class 3 misdemeanors, each of which carries a maximum fine of $500. Their three children, ages 6, 7 and 9, have been late to school almost 30 times since September. Most of their tardies were three minutes or less.   Read full story........

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End Of An Era

Feb 6, 2012 Stephen Krauchick

[caption id="attachment_6385" align="alignleft" width="150" caption="Curran Cadillac Slowly Coming Down"][/caption] Westport--A change of landscape in Westport as construction crews are dismantling the former Curran Cadillac dealer at 561 Post Road East.  We are told Terrain, a eco-friendly garden and a patio supply store will be taking its place.  Curran Cadillac was in business for over 40 years.  

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Theft Involving Porsche Was All A Mistake

Feb 6, 2012 Stephen Krauchick

[caption id="attachment_6373" align="alignleft" width="150" caption="Liquor store theft a mistake."][/caption] In a story you read here first, a liquor store in Westport located 339 Main Street called police that $700 was taken off the counter was found in the car of the person originating the complaint of the theft.   Police originally thought it to be a crime of opportunity and thought a customer driving a silver Porsche took the cash as the clerk was distracted helping a customer.  This prompted a search for the Porsche which was located and pulled over on the Merritt Parkway at exit 44 off ramp around 5pm on Friday.   No money was found on the vehicle and police did not feel this car was involved in…

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