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Stratford News: Free Concert

Jul 28, 2023 Stephen Krauchick

The Stratford Library Children's Department will be hosting a free library concert featuring Chris from the LeafJumpers Band on Monday, July 31 at 6 pm. It is free and open to the public. Chris will be performing songs from the 80s, 90s and 00s and his concert is recommended for anyone over the age of 12. Parents with small children (ages 5-11) are invited to drop them off at the Children's Department before attending the concert. Infants are welcomed at the concert but walking toddlers and preschoolers should stay home. The concert will be held in the Library's air-conditioned Lovell Room from 6-7:30 pm. Nonalcoholic beer tasting will be offered at intermission. Register online at: https://stratfordlibrary.libcal.com/event/10436248

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State News

ATTORNEY GENERAL TONG JOINSCOALITION TO EXPAND LANGUAGE ACCESS FOR SEVEREWEATHER EMERGENCY ALERTS

Jul 28, 2023 Stephen Krauchick

Attorney General William Tong joined a coalition of 16 attorneys general and New York City in calling on the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to expand language access for critical government alerts sent to cell phones, known as Wireless Emergency Alerts (WEAs). In a comment letter, the coalition acknowledges the important steps FCC has taken to expand access to WEAs but notes that this proposal would require wireless companies to use machine translation rather than human translation for WEAs and would only include translations for 13 languages. Following multiple severe weather emergencies across the country, Attorney General Tong and the coalition urge FCC to adopt its alternative proposal to use human translators, which are far more reliable, instead of machine translation,…

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Stratford

TOWN OF STRATFORD INITIATES COOLING CENTER PROTOCOL 

Jul 27, 2023 Alex

STRATFORD, CT – Due to receiving an Extreme Warm Weather Advisory notice from the State of Connecticut, the Town of Stratford has initiated its Cooling Center protocol. This protocol is enacted from 8AM Wednesday, July 26th, to 8AM Sunday, July 30th. Mayor Hoydick is advising residents, particularly those who are most vulnerable, to take precautions ahead of the extreme temperatures that are forecast to impact over the next several days.  For Overnight and long-term sheltering residents need to contact the 221 System by dialing 211. All cooling centers will be posted and updated under the State of Connecticut WEBEOC website.  Stratford Center Availability:Birdseye Municipal Complex468 Birdseye StreetM-F 8:30 am to 5:00 pmStratford Library2203 Main StreetM-Thurs 10:00 am to 8:00 pmF-Sat…

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Westport

Westport Cooling

Jul 27, 2023 Stephen Krauchick

PREPARE FOR EXTREME HEAT OVER NEXT SEVERAL DAYS (WESTPORT)— The Westport Office of Emergency Management is advising residents, particularly those who are most vulnerable, to take precautions ahead of the extreme temperatures that are forecast to impact the state beginning Wednesday, July 26th at 8:00am. The National Weather Service has issued heat advisories for most of the state through Sunday, July 30th at 8:00am. Anyone in need of a place to get out of the heat is encouraged to visit their nearest cooling center. The following cooling centers are open in Westport: Center for Senior Activities, 21 Imperial Avenue Mon- Fri 8:30am – 4:30pm Closed on Sat & Sun MoCa Westport, 19 Newtown Turnpike Mon-Fri 9:00 am – 5:00 pm The Westport Library, 20 Jesup Road…

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Bridgeport

Bridgeport News: Cooling Centers

Jul 27, 2023 Stephen Krauchick

The City of Bridgeport Emergency Operations Activate Cooling Center Protocol During the Last Week of July Bridgeport, CT – The Bridgeport EOC in conjunction with Mayor Ganim advises all residents to take caution and seek refuge in cooling centers during normal business hours. Residents may utilize any of the locations listed below to seek shelter during periods of heat and increased health risk for those who have asthma. Residents are encouraged to stay hydrated and avoid strenuous activity during the heat. Homeless communities may also visit shelters to seek refuge during the air quality advisory by calling 211. Cooling Centers: Senior Centers (Open weekdays only) Black Rock Senior Center – 2676 Fairfield Avenue, (8:00am- 3:00pm) East Side Senior Center –…

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Bridgeport

Bridgeport News: Police Need Your Help

Jul 27, 2023 Stephen Krauchick

#Bridgeport CT-- The case officer is requesting the publics assistance in identifying possible witnesses and/or suspects depicted in the attached photos.  These photos were taken on the night of the incident. Anyone with information can contact the case officer, Detective Kenneth Mckenna, at 203-581-5245.  Citizens can also utilize the Bridgeport Police Tips line at 203 576-TIPS. The 8-year-old victim has been released from the hospital. BPD CFS No. 23-59908 – BPD DB Case No. 23D-1082 / Aggravated Assault with a Firearm / 200 block of Orchard Street On July 23, 2023, at approximately 11:00 pm ShotSpotter alerted to (16) rounds discharged within the 300 block of Orchard Street and another (4) rounds discharged within the 300 block of Spring St.  ShotSpotter…

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State News

Connecticut Begins Phasing OutGasoline Engines

Jul 26, 2023 Stephen Krauchick

GOVERNOR LAMONT ANNOUNCES CONNECTICUT ADOPTING CLEAN AIR CAR AND TRUCK EMISSION STANDARDS TO REDUCE AIR POLLUTION, PROTECT PUBLIC HEALTH, PROMOTE DEVELOPMENT Connecticut Joining Eight States – Including MA, NJ, NY, and RI – To Slash Tailpipe Emissions From Cars, SUVs, and Trucks Beginning in 2027 (HARTFORD, CT) – Governor Ned Lamont and the Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP) announced today that the State of Connecticut is proposing regulations to make cars and trucks up to 90% cleaner and to require vehicle manufacturers to deliver more zero-emission vehicles to Connecticut drivers while also increasing consumer protections. The public comment period remains open until August 23, 2023. The light-duty vehicle standards being released implement legislation adopted in 2003, requiring…

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