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Norwalk

Fatal Motor Vehicle Accident

Oct 25, 2023 Alex

On October 21, 2023, at 4:46 PM, multiple calls flooded Norwalk Combined Dispatch, urgently requesting assistance at the intersection of Grist Mill Road and the Route 7 connector due to a reported single motor vehicle accident. Tragically, this incident claimed the life of the vehicle's sole occupant and operator. Swiftly responding to the distress calls, the Norwalk Police, Norwalk Fire Department, and Norwalk Hospital Emergency Medical Service were dispatched to the accident site. Upon arrival, the responding officers discovered the vehicle situated in an embankment area off the roadway. Their immediate efforts were directed toward safely extricating the operator from the wreckage. Regrettably, the operator, identified as Joshua Chapman, 37, from Naugatuck, did not survive the accident, and he was…

Fairfield

SHU Accident Arrest- 10 Times Over Legal Limit Traveling 85mph

Oct 25, 2023 Stephen Krauchick

2023-10-25#Fairfield CT-- On Tuesday, October 24, 2023, Fairfield Police Crash Reconstructionists make an arrest following the September 29, 2023 crash involving the serious injury of four Sacred Heart University (SHU) students and an Uber driver on Jefferson Street. Following an extensive investigation, it was determined by police crash investigators, that TYLER DELK (19) of South Orange, NJ, and Sacred Heart University student himself, was operating a 2018 Audi S5 Convertible at speeds exceeding 85mph on Jefferson Street. At one point, Delk lost control of the vehicle and crashed into a 2021 Toyota Corolla being operated by an Uber driver and occupied by four female SHU students. At the time of the collision, Delk was operating the vehicle while under the…

Entertainment Fairfield

The Fairfield Comedy Circle: Where Laughter Takes Center Stage

Oct 25, 2023 Stephen Krauchick

The Fairfield Comedy Circle, founded by Joe Garrix, has recently reopened its doors, welcoming comedy enthusiasts to a revamped and exciting venue. Located at the Circle Hotel, this comedy hub has been a beloved part of the local entertainment scene for nearly five years. In this article, we'll explore the highlights of this comedy haven and the experiences it offers to both seasoned comedy fans and newcomers. A Room Transformed: The Circle Hotel's lobby, an unlikely comedy venue, has been artfully transformed into a cozy showroom. The seating arrangement is theatre-style, with all the furniture in the room rearranged to accommodate the eager audience. It's an ingenious way to create an intimate and inviting atmosphere for comedy lovers. A Stellar…

Fairfield

Diesel Boat-No Boat Fire

Oct 25, 2023 Stephen Krauchick

2023-10-25@1:19pm-- #Fairfield News: Firefighters and police boats were dispatched for what was thought to be a fishing boat on fire in Long Island Sound near the Penfield light. Turned out to be diesel smoke from the engine, no fire or any boats in distress. Now you know what all the sirens were about!

Westport

Westport Police to Participate in DEA Prescription Drug Take Back Day

Oct 24, 2023 Alex

On Saturday, October 28, 2023, from 10:00am to 2:00pm, the Westport Police Department will again partner with the United States Drug Enforcement Administration for the twenty-fifth National Prescription Drug Take Back Day along with community partners at the Aspetuck Health District and Westport Together. The event will be held at the Aspetuck Health District located at 180 Bayberry Lane, Westport. According to a report published by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), most people who misused a prescription medication obtained the medicine from a family member or friend. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reported that last year, more than 93,000 people died of drug overdoses in the United States, marking the largest number of drug-related…

Bridgeport

Bridgeport News: Fatal Hit And Run

Oct 24, 2023 Stephen Krauchick

A number of our viewers asked about a crime scene at Crescent Avenue this morning. I reached out and the Bridgeport Police said in a statement: On October 24, 2023, at approximately 6:07am, the Bridgeport Emergency Operation Center received a call reporting that an operator on a motorized bike was struck near the intersection at Waterview Avenue and Crescent Avenue. The striking vehicle fled the scene and did not remain on scene nor did to render any appropriate aid to the victim. The twenty-four-year-old victim identified as Jeffrey Omar Enamorado of Bridgeport, was transported to Bridgeport Hospital with life-threatening injuries but later succumbed to his injuries. On behalf of the Bridgeport Police Department, we extend our deepest condolences to the…

Bridgeport

Senator Gaston Welcomes Over $1 Million To Support Tutoring In Bridgeport Schools

Oct 24, 2023 Alex

State Senator Herron Keyon Gaston has welcomed the allocation of $1,070,514 in funding to Bridgeport-based schools to enhance tutoring services and boost student outcomes, particularly in mathematics. This funding is part of the state's High-Dosage Tutoring Program, aiming to provide additional educational opportunities and bridge educational disparities throughout Connecticut. The primary focus of this funding is to improve mathematics proficiency among middle and high school students. In response to state data indicating the need for progress in mathematics education, these funds will support in-person tutoring, which has proven to be the most effective way to address learning gaps. Schools in Bridgeport will utilize these funds to integrate or expand in-person tutoring during school hours, starting in January 2024. The state…

Bridgeport

Bridgeport News: Brush Fire

Oct 24, 2023 Stephen Krauchick

2023-10-24@4:56pm--#Bridgeport CT--It was brush burning in a backyard in the 1200 block of Howard Avenue that brought out the fire department. Radio reports say the homeowner extinguished the fire.

Fairfield

Fairfield News: Man Burned

Oct 23, 2023 Stephen Krauchick

#Fairfield CT CT-- 2023-10-23@7:46PM A man on Greenfield Street reportedly received burns to his arms and legs when his lighter "malfunctioned" according to radio reports.

State News

CONNECTICUT LEADS $20 MILLION MULTISTATE SETTLEMENT WITH ACI WORLDWIDE OVER UNAUTHORIZED WITHDRAWALS

Oct 23, 2023 Alex

Connecticut, alongside a coalition of 50 states and territories, has reached a $20 million settlement with payment processor ACI Worldwide. This settlement stems from a 2021 testing error by ACI, which led to the unauthorized withdrawal of $2.3 billion from Nationstar Mortgage (also known as Mr. Cooper) customers. In Connecticut, the state will receive $558,740 from this settlement, which includes a $220,000 additional payment due to the state's leadership role in the multistate, multi-agency action. The violations occurred on April 23, 2021, when ACI Payments erroneously used live customer data during a test of its Speedpay platform, leading to unexpected and sometimes multiple mortgage payments being withdrawn from customer accounts. In some cases, this exposed consumers to overdraft or insufficient…

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