Fairfield News: Wallett With Drugs Found
2023-08-10 @12:42am--#Fairfield CT--If you left your wallet with drugs at Planet Fitness on Villa Avenue, the cleaning crew has found it and turned it over to the police.
GOVERNOR LAMONT AND CONNECTICUT OFFICIALS RECOGNIZE BLACK-OWNED BUSINESS MONTH
(HARTFORD, CT) – Governor Ned Lamont, Connecticut Department of Administrative Services Commissioner Michelle Gilman, and Connecticut Department of Economic and Community Development Commissioner Alexandra Daum are recognizing Black-Owned Business Month, which is celebrated nationally each August. The commemoration provides an opportunity to acknowledge the resilience, innovation, and economic impact of Black-owned businesses in Connecticut and across the country. “Our administration is proud to celebrate Black-Owned Business Month and acknowledge the many businesses across Connecticut that contribute to our communities and our economy,” Governor Lamont said. “By supporting small minority-owned businesses, we are strengthening our local economy and creating more job opportunities in our neighborhoods.” “The Department of Administrative Services is committed to promoting inclusivity and economic growth by providing resources,…
Today’s Vehicle Fire
2023-08-08@8:33pm--#Bridgeport CT-- Today's vehicle fire is being hosted by Bridgeport at North and Madison Avenue. The vehicle hit a utility pole and a traffic control box so expect possible delays or non-functioning traffic lights.
Fairfield News: Motorcyclist Down
2023-08-09@08:18pm--#Fairfield CT--Report of a motorcyclist down with leg trauma at900 block of Holland Hill Road (near Home Street). There is no mention of any other vehicle involved.
Stratford Public Schools Awarded Grant Money to Improve Student Mental Health Services
HARTFORD, CT - Connecticut Senate Republican Leader Kevin Kelly (R-Stratford), State Representative Ben McGorty (R-122), and State Representative Laura Dancho (R-120) commend the State of Connecticut and the Connecticut Department of Education for awarding School Mental Health Specialist Grants to 72 districts across Connecticut. Stratford Public Schools is one of the recipients of the grant, which provides funding to increase the number of mental health workers in schools. Stratford Public Schools is slated to receive a total of $124,920.90 over the course of three years, with the funding allocated as follows: 2024 - $46,267 2025 - $46,267 2026 - $32,386.90 Sen. Kelly said, "All of Connecticut's children deserve quality mental health care. By having more mental health specialists and a support system…
Bridgeport News: 8/25 Crash
2023-08-09@06:12pm--Expect delays on this multi-car crash on Route 8/25 near exit 2northbound. No word on any injuries
Norwalk News: Attempted Kidnapping
On 8-6-23 at 5:21PM, Norwalk Police patrol officers responded to a report of a man that tried to take a child out of a vehicle parked in front of 28 Bouton Street. The complainant told police that once she unbuckled the child’s seatbelt in the rear of the vehicle, an unknown man reached into the vehicle and began to remove the child from the car. The complainant stated that she was able to hold onto the child preventing the man from taking the child. The complainant reported that the man then asked if she wanted to sell the child and offered the complainant money. The complainant then drove away and called police, providing the suspect’s description. Responding officers quickly located…
Fairfield News: Attempted Car Break-Ins
2023-08-08@9:58pm--Fairfield News: Attempted car break-ins off Post Road near Citgo station. The suspect in a white sedan rams witness's car and is still at large.
Bridgeport News: Homicide #10
#Bridgeport Police report: There was a stabbing and substantial shooting at the same location on the 500th Block of Brooks Street. One male from this incident stabbed another second male. The second male subsequently, drew a weapon and fired at the stabbing aggressor. The shooting victim was pronounced dead. The stabbing victim has been transported to the hospital in critical condition. The Bridgeport DB is currently investigating and will provide any updates in the future. https://youtu.be/2-Ru8_UTjuE
Bridgeport News: Motorcyclist Injured
2023-08-08@7:08pm--#Bridgeport CT--Report of a motorcyclist and car collision in the 300 block of Pearl Harbor Avenue