GOVERNOR LAMONT ANNOUNCES CONNECTICUT RECEIVES CREDIT RATING UPGRADE FROM S&P

(HARTFORD, CT) – Governor Ned Lamont announced that he has received notification that the credit rating agency Standard & Poor’s (S&P) is raising Connecticut’s general obligation bond outlook from stable to positive. Governor Lamont said, “Building on last year’s credit rating increase, this improved outlook further demonstrates Connecticut is on solid financial footing. This progress is the direct result of historic payments to our unfunded liabilities, a record rainy day fund, and smart investments in the future of our state. Financial analysts continue to recognize that we have ended the proverbial practice of kicking the can down the road to future generations, and we have actively taken steps to put our fiscal house in order. Connecticut residents will benefit from…

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I-95 Pursuit

UPDATE: 2nd person in custody. UPDATE: They bailed on Stratford Avenue and ran across the highway. One in custody the other suspect is running towards 5th street. A firearm has been recovered.2022-06-02@5:30pm--#Bridgeport CT-- A pursuit on I-95 northbound past exit 28. Car was carjacked from New Haven, pepper spray used. Now on Seaview Avenue.

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Condo Fire

2022-06-02@12:02pm--#Bridgeport CT-- #ctfire-- Two tenant suffered smoke inhalation at a condo fire at Palisades and Birdseye Street. One firefighter was transported to the hospital for smoke inhalation. An iguana was rescued by firefighters. https://youtu.be/18cGWggKRFQ

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Bridgeport News: $3.7 Million Grant

Bridgeport, CT— City officials announce the State Bond Commission granted $3.7 million for Bridgeport's critical infrastructure and economic development initiatives. "We are pleased with the approved funds, which will benefit Bridgeport's economic and community development potential," stated Mayor Ganim. "I'd like to thank Governor Lamont and the bond commission for their support in securing funding for these improvements. I'd also like to express my gratitude to our Bridgeport State legislative delegation for their ongoing support." Approved projects include: • $1.5 million for the Applied Behavioral Rehabilitation Institute, Inc.'s facility developments at the Home for the Brave Rehabilitation Institute in Bridgeport. • $2 million for the Mount Growmore Hydroponic Farming Greenhouse and Wellness Campus, which will promote indoor urban agriculture and the provision…

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