Route 8 Rollover
2023-11-07@2:50pm--#Shelton CT-- #cttraffic-- A rollover accident reported on Route 8 southbound near exit 12.
Bridgeport News: Man Shot
#Bridgeport CT--On November 6, 2023, at approximately 8:40 pm Bridgeport Police responded to a ShotSpotter activation and citizens reports of shots fired within the 1200 block of Park Avenue. ShotSpotter is a gunshot detection system. Once gunshots are fired in an area covered by this service, police receive a notification within one minute directing them to the location of the gunfire. Upon arriving in the area, Officers quickly located a crime scene. Minutes later, a 24-year-old Bridgeport man presented at an area hospital suffering from numerous gunshot wounds. The victim had been transported to the hospital via private vehicle. He is listed in stable condition. The Detective Bureau has responded and taken charge of the criminal investigation. A crime scene was…
Book Scientists
The Stratford Library Children’s Dept. will offer Book Scientist kits for children ages3-12. Each kit includes books and activities. Books are selected based on the ageof the child participating. This month the theme is Dinosaurs (November 17).Return the Library books when they are due and keep everything else! To register,visit the website at stratfordlibrary.org, then choose Events. For more informationabout Library programs and services for children, call 203.385.4165 or visitstratfordlibrary.org/kids.
November Storytimes
The Stratford Library Children’s Dept. offers weekly storytimes for children.Storytimes meet at 10:30 am. On Mondays, Toddler Time meets for ages 0-2. OnTuesdays, Preschool Storytime meets for ages 3-5. Baby Lapsit meets on Thursdaysfor babies 0-18 months. Friday Fun offers stories and songs for ages 2-5. (Nostorytimes on November 23 and 24). Enjoy early literacy activities and meet otherfamilies at Library storytimes. To register, visit the website at stratfordlibrary.org,then choose Events. For more information about Library programs and services forchildren, call 203.385.4165 or visit stratfordlibrary.org/kids.
Teen E-Cigarette and Tobacco Addiction (PROTECT) Act
U.S. Senator Richard Blumenthal (D-CT) and U.S. Representative Debbie Wasserman Schultz (D-FL) have reintroduced the bipartisan Preventing Opportunities for Teen E-Cigarette and Tobacco Addiction (PROTECT) Act to combat the rising usage of harmful e-cigarettes and flavored tobacco products among American youth. This legislation aims to address the adverse effects of nicotine found in these products on long-term health and adolescent brain development. The bill has received strong support from various policymakers and organizations, acknowledging the urgent need to counter the escalating public health crisis stemming from widespread teen e-cigarette use. Senator Blumenthal highlighted the urgency of preventing another generation from falling victim to tobacco addiction, emphasizing the detrimental effects posed by e-cigarettes and deceptive marketing strategies used by manufacturers. Representative…
CONNECTICUT CONGRESSIONAL DELEGATION ANNOUNCES MORE THAN $1.7 MILLION FOR TRAFFIC & ROAD SAFETY IMPROVEMENTS & STUDIES
Bipartisan Infrastructure Law funds traffic safety projects that prevent fatalities, serious injuries [HARTFORD, CT] – Today, U.S. Senators Richard Blumenthal (D-CT) and Chris Murphy (D-CT) and U.S. Representatives John B. Larson (D-CT), Rosa DeLauro (D-CT), Jim Himes (D-CT), and Jahana Hayes (D-CT) announced $1.749 million in funding from the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law to support six traffic safety projects across Connecticut. The funds are awarded through the U.S. Department of Transportation’s Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A) grant program established to prevent roadway deaths and serious injuries. “More people are dying on Connecticut’s roadways than ever before, and this $1.7 million in federal funding will help towns plan and make serious safety improvements to prevent these senseless tragedies from occurring,” said…
Bridgeport News: Rollover Crash
2023-11-05@07:29am--#Bridgeport CTA viewer sent in this photo of a rollover crash at Crescent Avenue near East Main Street. No details at this time.
Fairfield News: Merritt Parkway Brush Fires
2023-11-05@12:22pm--#Fairfield CT-- #cttraffic Report of three separate brush fires on the Merritt Parkway southbound between exit 44 and 42, closer to the Burr Street overpass according to radio reports.
Consumer Counsel Challenges United Illuminating’s Rate Increase
The Office of Consumer Counsel filed Motions to Intervene in The United Illuminating Company’s (“UI”) administrative appeals to the Superior Court where the company is seeking to overturn the Public Utilities Regulatory Authority’s (“PURA”) recent ruling rejecting the company’s rate increase request of $131 million over current rates and instead approving an increase of $22 million. “United Illuminating’s appeals have commenced another lengthy process where they will attempt to distort the impact of PURA’s decision and weaken the integrity of Connecticut’s regulatory framework for the benefit of their bottom line,” said Consumer Counsel Coleman. “That’s why my office filed motions to intervene in the Superior Court proceedings on behalf of the customers in their service territory. During the rate case over the course…
Bridgeport News: Shooting In A Business
2023-11-04@6:07pm--#Bridgeport CT--Police received reports of a shooting inside a business in the plaza on Pequonnick Street. Both area hospitals checked clear of any gunshot victims