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Bridgeport News: Homicide Arrest

Jun 22, 2022 Stephen Krauchick

2022-06-22 #Bridgpeport CT-- This evening, Amheir Noel (DOB: 7/15/02 of P.T. Barnum Housing Complex, building #6, apt #208) was arrested for fatally shooting Kyle Dear in the P.T. Barnum Housing Complex on June 13th. Noel had been arrested by our gang task force earlier today on unrelated charges in the town of Milford. During a post-arrest interview, Noel admitted to shooting Dear. The murder was said to be in response to Dear’s friends robbing and pistol-whipping Noel.Noel is charged with Murder and Carrying a Pistol Without a Permit. He is being held on a $2,500,000 bond and will be arraigned in court tomorrow.This was outstanding work by the lead investigator, Detective Thomas Harper, and all the detectives that worked on…

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Fairfield

Asian Longhorned Ticks Identified In Fairfield Beach Area

Jun 22, 2022 Stephen Krauchick

FAIRFIELD, Connecticut (June 21, 2022) – Last week researchers from Western Connecticut State University’s (WCSU) Tickborne Disease Prevention Laboratory identified several Asian longhorned ticks (ALT’s) from a dog of a Fairfield beacharea resident. Due to this finding, the WCSU research team yesterday conducted surveillance sampling of the overflow grass parking areas of Penfield Beach and various areas at Jennings Beach and found a significant number of these ticksin these areas, indicating that these ticks are now well established in the Fairfield Beach area. While ALT’s are known to transmit disease in other countries, they are not known to transmit any diseases to humans or pets in the US at this time. These ticks can be a concern to livestock, and…

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Bridgeport

Bridgeport Police Not Requiring College Degree For New Chief

Jun 21, 2022 Stephen Krauchick

Davon Polite, president of the Bridgeport Guardians INC said in a press release:"We teach our kids that by continuing education you will have greater opportunities in life. The Bridgeport Guardians are appalled by the recent statements of not requiring a college degree for Police Chief Candidates.Most Police departments across the nation mandate requirements at the very least a Police Chief Candidate to have a Bachelor’s degree and prefer a Masters or doctorate..This is the most prestigious title candidates can apply for and its suppose to be a competitive process highlighting the qualifications of each candidate therefore selecting the most qualified.Bridgeport is always behind on the curve in every process, we need to do better not only for the Police Department…

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Local News

Senator Wants Rocker Recall

Jun 21, 2022 Stephen Krauchick

Senator Richard Blumenthal (D-CT) will call for an immediate recall of the Fisher Price Infant-to-Toddler Rocker and Newborn-to-Infant Rocker, as well as the Kids2 Bright Starts Rocker, which have reportedly caused 14 infant deaths from 2009 to 2021. Last week, the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) announced a product warning about Fisher Price’s Infant-to-Toddler Rocker and Newborn-to-Infant Rocker and the Kids2 Bright Start rocker. These rockers come with reclined seats that can put an infant at risk of suffocation and violate guidelines set by the American Academy of Pediatrics. The 14 deaths linked to these rockers were not disclosed for over a decade, raising particular concerns about the safety of these products and the public transparency at Fisher Price. Senator…

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Red Cross issues ways to enjoy your summer safely

Jun 21, 2022 Stephen Krauchick

  Plans include water fun, camping, grilling? Then these tips are for you.  FARMINGTON, Conn. (June 17, 2022)— How do you plan to enjoy this summer? Whether your plans include fun in the water, camping or grilling your favorites, the American Red Cross in Connecticut has some resources you can use to help you have a safe summer. And don’t forget your furry friends — there are even some safety tips to follow to help protect your pets as the weather warms up.   “Summer is a great time of year to get outside and have fun with your friends and loved ones,” said Mario Bruno, CEO, American Red Cross Connecticut and Rhode Island Region “But there are dangers if you don’t swim, camp or…

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Stratford

LIBRARY TO CLOSE FOR JULY 4 HOLIDAY

Jun 21, 2022 Stephen Krauchick

The Stratford Library, 2203 Main Street in Stratford, CT will be closed on Monday, July 4, 2022 in observance of Independence Day.  The library will reopen on Tuesday, July 5 at 10 am. Current library hours are: Monday – Thursday: 10 am – 8 pm and Friday & Saturday: 10-5 pm. For further Library information, call 203.385.4161 or visit its website at: www.stratfordlibrary.org.

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Bridgeport

Bridgeport Police Force Now At 299 Of A Force of 425

Jun 20, 2022 Stephen Krauchick

#Bridgeport CT--Officer Omar Jiminez retired last week after 14 years of service. This brings the police force down to 299 officers from a full force of 425 officer. There are only 12 officers expected to graduate from the academy soon. Additional officers will be retiring as well as more officers going to Hamden in the next few days. Officer Omar Jiminez has been operating the Urban Taqo food truck and going full time with it along with his son. This news report was made possible by:

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