Easton Assault

Easton and Redding Police are investigating an assault that took place on Black Rock Turnpike near Route 58 in Easton. According to unconfirmed radio reports, a person said they were "jumped" at that location and hit in the head with a brick. The suspects fled in a black vehicle towards Redding. Redding Police located the vehicle with 3 people who had scratch marks on their arms. Police are still sorting this out. 2025-08-09@10:30PMish

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Press Release – Teen Programs at the Trumbull Library

Sharing Stitches Yarn CraftsSaturday, August 16 | 1 p.m. – 2 p.m.For grades 4–8. Crochet, knit, or try other yarn crafts. Learn new skills, share styles, and work on projects. No experience necessary. Registration below. Level Up Your Presentations: Speaking Like a BossThursday, August 28 | 6 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.Learn how to create slides that are clear, engaging, and visually effective. Registration below. Fairchild Nichols Branch – Video Game Club NightMonday, August 11 | 5 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.Play Nintendo Switch, XBOX Series S, the Meta Universe, and retro games. Open to neurodivergent and neurotypical tweens/teens, ages 11–17. Registration below. Event Registration:https://trumbull.libcal.com/calendar?cid=15779&t=g&d=0000-00-00&cal=15779&inc=0

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STRATFORD LIBRARY TEEN EVENTS IN AUGUST 2025

Thru 8/15: Teen Summer Reading: Let’s Level Up on Reading This Summer!  1)      Create an online reading account at: https://stratfordlibrary.org/summer-reading-2025/ 2)      Log your reading time. From 6/2 to 8/15 earn 1 virtual ticket for every 30 minutes of time spent reading (or listening!) to a book, comic, magazine, news article, etc. 8/12: 7:45-9:15 pm: Teen Tuesday: Black Light Bookpin Bowling-Glow Party/Bowling Mashup Yes, we are bowling in the library again with a new twist.  After hours, black lights, music, & dress to ‘glow’. Great snacks & of course, top bowler prizes.  No latecomers admitted; registration required as well as a parental permission slip, which must be handed in to stay & play. NOTE: This event ends after hours. Make arrangements ahead of time to be picked…

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Press Release – Children’s Programs at the Trumbull Library

Family Movie Night – CarsSaturday, August 9 | 5:30 p.m. – 7 p.m.Enjoy a family screening of Cars (PG). Bring something comfy to sit on. Registration suggested. Toddler Time (Walkers – Age 3)Monday, August 11 | 10 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.Music, movement, singing, dancing, and reading together. Drop-in program, no registration required. Preschool Time (Ages 3–5)Monday, August 11 | 2 p.m. – 2:45 p.m.Join Miss Kristine for circle time, stories, and a simple craft. No registration required. Toddler Time (Walkers – Age 3)Tuesday, August 12 | 10 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.Music, movement, singing, dancing, and reading together. Drop-in program, no registration required. New Baby Meet-UpTuesday, August 12 | 12 p.m. – 1 p.m.A casual meet-up for parents and infants. Connect,…

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Press Release – Adult Programs at the Trumbull Library

Financial Tools With Your Library CardSaturday, August 9 | 3:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.Your library card is a powerful tool for managing your money or building your business. Explore free online resources available through the Trumbull Library that can help you research stocks, mutual funds, and companies, as well as find books and articles on starting or growing a small business. Our tools can help you make informed decisions—without paying for expensive subscriptions. Registration below. Earwax Sessions: Vinyl & CoffeeSunday, August 10 | 2 p.m. – 4 p.m.Earwax Sessions is a monthly listening club where we gather and share our favorite music with each other. You can bring a song and say something about it, or just relax and listen.…

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Brush Fire Shuts Down Lanes on I-95 in Westport

Westport firefighters were dispatched at 12:21 PM Friday to a report of a brush fire on I-95 southbound between Exits 19 and 18. The initial assignment included Engine 5, Engine 2, and Car 3. Upon arrival, Engine 5 found an active brush fire alongside the highway. Car 3 reported that the fire was rapidly spreading due to terrain and wind conditions, prompting a request for additional resources. Engine 4 was called to access the fire from Sasco Creek Road, while Fairfield Fire Department responded with one engine and Rescue 1 to I-95, as well as an engine and Car 3 to assist Engine 4 on Sasco Creek Road. On the highway side, Engine 2 and Engine 5 deployed two handlines,…

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Fairfield Community Support for Little League Championship

https://youtu.be/FchX4fOVVT0 Fairfield, CT – State Senator Tony Hwang, representing Fairfield, joined Fairfield National Little League President Diego De Leon in rallying the community ahead of the team’s championship game. De Leon praised the remarkable community support, noting that it starts right here in town and has been “nothing short of magnificent.” The excitement is being felt across Fairfield and on social media as the team prepares to face Smithtown, Long Island, in a winner-take-all championship matchup. Fairfield previously lost to Smithtown on Monday but came back strong, defeating New Jersey in a must-win game Wednesday night to earn a rematch. “Anything can happen in a one-game playoff,” De Leon said. “The work these boys have put in is the real…

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