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Jennings Beach Rescue

Jul 13, 2011 Stephen Krauchick

A report was received at 7:49 this morning regarding the possible drowning at Jennings Beach 1000 S. Benson Road Fairfield, CT. Citizen’s saw an elderly female swimming off shore go under water and appeared to be in distress. The citizen’s alerted DPW workers who were in the area and they pulled the woman ashore. A registered nurse and wife of a retired LT of the Fairfield Police Department was on scene. She immediately started CPR until the arrival of Officer Demotses, who is also a member of the Fairfield Police Dive Team, along with Officer John Moran. They continued life saving efforts and reported the details back to assisting officers, Fire and AMR personnel. The patient is a 77 year…

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Pipe Burst at Chips in Fairfield

Jul 12, 2011 Stephen Krauchick

Shortly after 5:30 Tuesday a pipe connection lets loose and flooded Chip's Family Restaurant which is still under construction on Black Rock Turnpike in Fairfield. This does not appear to affected the opening scheduled for the end of August because the ceiling and floor have not been installed yet.

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RESCUE FROM SACRED HEART ROOF

Jul 12, 2011 Stephen Krauchick

FAIRFIELD, CT, July 12, 2011: At 8:11am this morning the Fairfield Emergency Communications Center received a report of a 20-year-old male construction worker on the roof suffering a reaction from a bee sting; Fire Department Engines 2 and 3, Ladder 2 and Car 3 were dispatched along with Police and American Medical Response. Engine 3 arrived and was met by Sacred Heart University security personnel who directed them to a mechanical room on the roof where the worker was located. Company 3 and AMR personnel initiated medical care to the patient, while Company 2 began setting up a ladder operation to pick the patient off the rood using a stokes basket and strap system. The patient was packaged into the…

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2011 Bridgeport Arts Fest

Jul 11, 2011 Stephen Krauchick

[caption id="attachment_2611" align="alignleft" width="300" caption="Arts Fest 2011 Saturday at noon McLeavy Green."][/caption] The City of Bridgeport is pleased to announce the second annual Bridgeport Arts Fest! Taking place on Saturday July 16 from Noon to 6pm, the Arts Fest is a gathering of over 60 local artists, crafters and performers on historic McLevy Green in downtown Bridgeport. The Arts Fest features gallery quality fine art and a vast array of crafts, handmade accessories, clothing, jewelry, books and other household and wearable items. You will only find original things made by original people! There is also live music, dance and stage performances, children's activities and interactive experiences. Here is a sampling of what is taking place at McLeavy Green for Bridgeport's…

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Happenings NOW 7-11 to 7-12 2011

Jul 11, 2011 Stephen Krauchick

[SlideDeck id='494' width='100%' height='400px']   5:56pm--#Bridgeport #ctfires-- Report of a chimney fire at 288 Frenchtown Road, there is an elderly lady inside the home that refuses to leave the house.  Check DoingItLocal.com for updates as we get them.  UPDATE--Fire department reports delay ignition, no fire, recall of alarm of fire. 2:23pm--#Bridgeport--A one year old Madison Avenue child is being treated after accidentally drinking bleach. 1:14am--Shots fired in Bridgeport –Fairfield near Orland Street Hispanic Female short medium build in her 30s wearing a white shirt.    She should be in a red Ford pickup possibly Maryland plates.  She is with a four year old boy   Last seen in the area of BJ’s on Black Rock Turnpike in Fairfield.  UPDATE--1:25am--#Bridgeport--Bridgepo​ rt Police confirm…

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2011 Puerto Rican Parade of Fairfield County

Jul 10, 2011 Stephen Krauchick

[caption id="attachment_2598" align="alignleft" width="300" caption="A great day for a parade and outdoor party!"][/caption] The weather was very cooperative for the  2011 Puerto Rican Parade of Fairfield County highlights from the parade.  It was such a fun filled day with music, great food and family fun!   Soon to come Party Highlights and Family Highlights! Great event!

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Multi Town Police Pursuit ends in Trumbull

Jul 8, 2011 Stephen Krauchick

A police chase originating in Shelton ended in Trumbull after the driver crashed his car near exit 6 in Trumbull and fled on foot into the woods. The pursuit happened some time around 4pm today. The driver started southbound on Route 8, exiting onto the Merritt Parkway southbound, then exiting to Route 25 southbound where he crashed. Police from Shelton, Trumbull Bridgeport and State Police were involved in the pursuit. Police searched the neighborhoods off Old Town Road. At this time it is not know what the driver was wanted for or if he was captured.

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Help Fairfield Fire Dept. Fill The Boot For Kids

Jul 8, 2011 Stephen Krauchick

On July 16th, the Fairfield Fire Fighters Association, Local 1426 of the International Association of Fire Fighters (IAFF), will conduct their annual “Fill the Boot” campaign for Muscular Dystrophy at Trader Joe’s in Fairfield 10 am to 4 pm. All proceeds raised will go directly to the MDA.   The money raised by the IAFF is used for research and treatments to prolong children's lives. It is spent on braces and wheelchairs, on community health centers, support groups, and summer camps. If you would like to help the Fairfield Fire Fighters Association with this ongoing battle, stop by Trader Joe’s on July 16th or send your donation directly to: The Fairfield Fire Fighters Association, c/o MDA, P.O. Box 261, Fairfield, CT. 06824.…

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