McFire
Firefighters were called to a grill fire at 1835 Black Rock Turnpike. Everyone safely evacuated the building. The fire marshal was called to investigate the cause of the fire. 2025-08-11@5:55pm--#Fairfield CT #ctfire
Stabbing!
https://youtube.com/shorts/lxqm03bqr8g Report of a person stabbed at the 800 block of William Street in Bridgeport. Initial reports say one victim was stabbed and the stabber fled the scene. Police are currently canvasing the area. We’re 100% independent, free to access, and driven by community—not corporations. Help us keep it that way by subscribing on Facebook, Patreon or give us a tip at ko-fi! patreon.com/doingitlocal ko-fi.com/doingitlocal
GOVERNOR LAMONT ACTIVATES EXTREME HOT WEATHER PROTOCOL FOR THE COMING WEEK
Cooling Centers Will Open and Can be Located by Visiting 211ct.org or Calling 2-1-1 (HARTFORD, CT) – Governor Ned Lamont today announced that due to a weather forecast indicating that Connecticut will experience another stretch of severely hot and humid conditions over the coming week, he is directing the state’s Extreme Hot Weather Protocol to be activated effective at 12:00 p.m. on Monday, August 11, 2025, and remain in effect through at least 8:00 p.m. on Thursday, August 14, 2025. During this period, heat index values are expected to exceed 100 degrees, particularly on Wednesday and Thursday. This is the fourth time the protocol has been activated so far this year. The purpose of the protocol is to ensure that the most…
Stratford Health Department Continues Back-to-School Physicals & Immunizations Clinics for 2025
As students prepare to return to school this fall, the Stratford Health Department is once again offering Back-to-School Physicals & Immunizations Clinics to ensure children are up to date with their required health screenings and vaccinations. The clinics will run on select dates in August and early September at the Stratford Health Department, located at 468 Birdseye Street, 3rd Floor, Stratford, CT 06615. Services are available by appointment only for students under the age of 19. Available immunizations include Tdap, Hepatitis A and B, Varicella (chickenpox), MMR (measles, mumps, rubella), Polio, and Meningococcal. Appointments are available during the following times: Tuesdays: August 12, 19, 26 & September 2 (2:00 PM – 6:30 PM) Thursdays: August 14, 21, 28 (8:30 AM – 4:30…
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
Neck Slashed in Kennedy Drive Assault
Bridgeport Police responded around 9:38 PM Saturday to reports of disorderly individuals fighting. While en route, officers received word that a victim was bleeding. On arrival, they found a person with a severe neck laceration and heavy bleeding. No arrests have been made at this time. 2025-08-09@9:38pm - #Bridgeport CT
Man Shot In The Groin
A man was shot in the groin inside building 4 of Greene Homes . Detectives are on scene investigating. 2025-09-09@9:21pm -- #Bridgeport CT
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
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…
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,…