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ATTORNEY GENERAL TONG STATEMENT ON APPELLATE COURT DECISION UPHOLDING ELIMINATION OF RELIGIOUS EXEMPTION TO SCHOOL VACCINE REQUIREMENTS

Aug 4, 2023 Stephen Krauchick

(Hartford, CT) – Attorney General William Tong released the following statement about a decision today from the U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit upholding Connecticut Public Act No. 21-6, which eliminated the religious exemption to school vaccine requirements. “This decision is a full and resounding affirmation of the constitutionality and legality of Connecticut’s vaccine requirements. Vaccines save lives—this is a fact beyond dispute. The legislature acted responsibly and well within its authority to protect the health of Connecticut families and stop the spread of preventable disease. We will continue to vigorously defend our state’s strong and necessary public health laws,” said Attorney General Tong. Plaintiffs -- We the Patriots USA, Inc -- argued that Connecticut violated their First…

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Bridgeport

Norwalk News: Homicide Investigation

Aug 4, 2023 Stephen Krauchick

#Norwalk CT-- On August 6, 2011, 22-year-old Rickita Smalls and 27-year-old Iroquois Alston, were shot and killed while sitting in a parked car on Avenue B. As we approach the twelfth anniversary of theincident, the Norwalk Police Department would like to encourage anyone with information tocome forward. While we have no updates to share regarding this case, we are hoping that withthe increased reach of technology, and the continued offering of a $50,000 reward by the State ofConnecticut, we may obtain new information not previously garnered. Anyone with information on this incident is urged to contact the Cold Case Unit of the NorwalkPolice Department at 203-854-3028 of 203-854-3011. Information can also be provided usingany of the methods below. Norwalk Police…

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Bridgeport

Illegal Towing and Fraud Charges”

Aug 4, 2023 Stephen Krauchick

On August 1, 2023, a felony arrest warrant for Samuel Sauders (DOB June 1, 1978) was submitted and signed, by Superior Court Judge Reid, for the arrest of Samuel Saunders, DOB June 1, 1978. The arrest warrant is stemming from multiple criminal complaints that originated on September 17, 2022. The complaints involved the illegal private towing of vehicles by a contracted tow operator for the Bridgeport Housing Authority, covering the Fireside Apartments and other properties. On August 3, 2023, the Bridgeport Police Traffic Division contacted Samuel Saunders' (DOB June 1, 1978) attorney and made him aware of the outstanding warrant. Samuel Saunders (DOB June 1, 1978) was notified of the outstanding warrant through his attorney and turned himself in at the Bridgeport Police Department. Samuels Saunders (DOB June 1, 1978) was brought to booking, where he was served with the arrest warrant charging him with: •       1 count of CSS: 53a-123 Larceny in the 2nd Degree •       1 count of CGS: 53a-125a Larceny in the 5th Degree •       1 count of CGS: 53a-293 Vendor Fraud In the 3rd Degree •       1 count CGS: 14-66(a)(1) Operating without a Wrecker License •       1 count CGS: 14-66(a)(3) Charging Excessive Wrecker Rates Samuel Saunders' (DOB June 1, 1978) bond was set at $20,000. This investigation is still ongoing, and anyone with further information can contact Detective Timothy Leonard at 203-576-7640 or the Bridgeport Police Tips Line at 203-576-TIPS.

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Groundwork Bridgeport Continues to Enhance Tree Coverage in the City of Bridgeport

Aug 3, 2023 Stephen Krauchick

Bridgeport, CT – Due to an application from Groundwork Bridgeport earlier this year, the City of Bridgeport has been selected as one of six small to mid-sized cities throughout the U.S. and Canada to participate in an initiative to highlight tree planting work within the City. The Equitable Development Data Insight Training Initiative team will provide personalized data analysis and storytelling training to Groundwork Bridgeport staff so that it can better communicate how trees can benefit the City’s residents. Groundwork Bridgeport has been working hard to plant, inventory, and care for the trees in Bridgeport while running programs to educate residents on how to plant and care for trees. The organization also hosts events such as the Free Tree Giveaway, which will…

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Westport

Bobcat Sightings Surge in Westport

Aug 2, 2023 Stephen Krauchick

Bobcat sightings have been on the rise in Westport over the past few years, and thepresence of these cats has received renewed attention due to high-profile social media posts in recentweeks. It is not surprising that these cats are cropping up in Westport since the cats have beenactively recolonizing this part of Fairfield Country over the past 10-15 years.Bobcats are generally unobtrusive neighbors. They are very focused on finding prey, whichprimarily consists of rodents like mice, rats, chipmunks, squirrels, and rabbits. The cats will alsoprey upon young or infirm deer. Bobcats avoid conflict with humans and pets, but could pose athreat to small, unattended dogs, particularly if the dog were to chase the cat.Our overall recommendation for pet owners is…

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