Bridgeport News: Route 8/25 Exit 2 Double Header
2022-12-26@3:20pm--#Bridgeport CT-- 2 accidents at exit 2 Route 8/25 southbbound. One in the break-down lane and the other in the right lane. It appears only the left lane is getting by at this time.
DECLARATION ENABLING CRUCIAL FEDERAL SUPPORT FOR FOOD AND HOUSING DURING COVID-19 PANDEMIC TO CONTINUE FOR SEVERAL MORE MONTHS
(HARTFORD, CT) – Governor Ned Lamont announced that he has renewed a declaration that will enable Connecticut to continue receiving federal support throughout the COVID-19 pandemic. This federal support provides funds for supplemental food benefits for households in need and non-congregate housing for individuals experiencing homelessness and survivors of domestic violence. The declaration will continue through June 28, 2023, or until the federal public health emergency ends, whichever is earlier. This declaration is an extension of the one he issued in June, which is set to expire on December 28, 2022. The governor reiterated, as he did in June, that he will not issue any emergency executive orders under this declaration. The purpose of the declaration is to ensure that…
Bridgeport News: Carbon Monoxide Readings With Symptoms
2022-12-25@9:38pm--#Bridgeport CT-- Firefighters on scene in the 200 block of Anton Drive where there was an alarm of carbon monoxide, the resident has a headache and they have readings of 50 parts per million. This news report is made possible by:
Connecticut State Police Christmas Holiday Traffic Stats 12/23 -12/25
The following are the 2022 Connecticut State Police Christmas holiday traffic statistics from Friday, 12/23/2022, at 12:00 AM to Sunday 12/25/22, at 8:00 AM: Calls for service: 2,897 Motorist Assists: 175 Speeding Citations: 43 DUI arrests: 9 Motor vehicle accidents: 171 Serious: 1 Fatal: 2 This press release was made possible by:
Additional Heating Assistance Available
HARTFORD, CT – Governor Ned Lamont announced the Connecticut Energy Assistance Program (CEAP) will allow all participating households that heat with deliverable fuels such as home heating oil to receive an additional crisis assistance benefit worth $430 this winter season, above the amount they were already able to receive. Earlier today, Congress approved the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2023, which includes an additional $1 billion for the national Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) that will provide Connecticut with an estimated $20 million in additional funding for CEAP. This press release was made possible by: CEAP is administered by the Connecticut Department of Social Services (DSS) in partnership with the state’s community action agencies and is normally funded entirely through…
Bridgeport News: Crash!
2022-12-25@4:01pm--#Bridgpeort CT-- Report of a crash with injuries on Old Town Road. This news report is made possible by:
So Sad- Homeless Man Found Dead At Bridgeport Train Station On Christmas Eve
2022-12-24-7:04pm--#Bridgeport CT-- A homeless man was found dead at the Bridgeport train station. CPR was attempted. No foul play is suspected.
State Police Christmas Holiday Traffic Stats 12/23 -12/24
The following are the Connecticut State Police-2021 Christmas holiday traffic statistics from Friday, 12/23/2021, at 12:00 AM to Saturday 12/24/21, at 8:00 AM: Calls for Service: 1932 Speeding Violations: 23 DUI Arrests: 3 Accidents Investigated: 119 With Reported Injuries: 9 Serious Injuries: 1 Fatalities: 2 This press release was made possible by:
Bridgeport News: Man Dies In Overnight Crash
2022-12-24@2:52am--#Bridgeport CT--Bridgeport Emergency Communication Center received a call of a motor vehicle accident at the intersection of Stratford Avenue and Waterview Avenue. The caller indicated that a vehicle had left the road, traveled down an embankment, and entered the water. Upon arrival, police and fire personnel found a BMW sport utility vehicle partially submerged on its roof. Witnesses indicated that the driver was still inside the vehicle. The Bridgeport Police Scuba Team was requested and fire department personnel entered the water in cold water rescue suits. The fire department was able to remove the vehicle driver from the water and began life-saving efforts. A male victim was transported by medics to Bridgeport Hospital where he succumbed to his injuries. He…
Norwalk News: I-95 Shutdown
2022-12-24@1:52pm--#Norwalk CT-- A crash has shutdown I-95 northbound near exit 16. Use an alternative route if you can.