2021-07-24@4:00pm–#Westport CT– Police dispatched to an estate sale on Newtown Turnpike over an item worth over $900 was broken and the person who broke it is refusing to pay for it.
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STRATFORD, CT) – Governor Ned Lamont joined legislators, state officials, agricultural advocates, and business representatives for a bill signing ceremony in Stratford near the shore of the Long Island Sound to commemorate the enactment of legislation implementing policies that will support continued growth of Connecticut’s shellfish industry in an effort to increase the populations of oysters along the state’s shoreline and protect the sustainability of this vibrant sector of the economy.
The shellfish industry is a significant sector of the Connecticut shoreline’s economy, generating more than $30 million in sales annually and supporting 300 jobs statewide. There are currently more than 70,000 acres of shellfish farms under cultivation in Connecticut.
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It received overwhelming support from business and agriculture organizations across the state, including the Connecticut Farm Bureau Association, the Connecticut chapter of the National Audubon Society, the Connecticut Restaurant Association, and numerous small business leaders that depend on the sustainability of Connecticut’s aquaculture to support their operations.
“Aquaculture is one of the fastest growing sectors in Connecticut, and this legislation continues to move the dial on this industry receiving some of the same protections and support that land farmers receive,” Governor Lamont said. “My administration will continue focusing on commonsense changes like these that business owners in Connecticut deserve. I look forward to seeing this already great industry continue to grow. Let’s spread the word far and wide, Connecticut has some of the best oysters around.”
“This law ensures that the future for the industry is prosperous and encompassing of all the types of aquaculture industry in our state, including seaweed and indoor production,” Connecticut Agriculture Commissioner Bryan Hurlburt said. “The law also establishes parity and access to the property tax relief program, Public Act 490, to include aquaculture production, further ingraining this industry as a facet of Connecticut agriculture. Many thanks to the industry, the Connecticut Farm Bureau, and UConn Sea Grant for their partnership and commitment to this proposal and the future of the aquaculture in our state.”
“On behalf of its members and aquaculture farmers, the Connecticut Farm Bureau thanks Governor Lamont and the legislature for their support of this very important legislation,” Connecticut Farm Bureau President Paul Larson and Executive Director Joan Nichols said in a joint statement. “This legislation provides both financial relief and equity in taxation for aquaculture farmers across Connecticut by expanding Public Act 490 to include aquaculture into the state’s definition of farmland.”
The governor noted that shellfish aquaculture also provides a number of environmental benefits, including by improving sediment quality through the harvesting process, stabilizing sediments and helping to protect the shoreline from erosion, and providing critical ecosystem functions by creating structure and habitat for other species that provide a food source for fish and other marine species.
The legislation is Public Act 21-24, An Act Concerning Connecticut’s Shellfish Restoration Program, The Connecticut Seafood Council and the Taxation of Certain Underwater Farmlands.
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2021-07-24@11:38pm–#Bridgeport CT- An airport service driver said he parked his car to talk to someone when he noticed his car roll down the hill at Knowllton Park and his car and into the water. Now he has a carpool.
2021-07-24@9:38pm–#Fairfield CT– Police investigated a report and confirmed on the radio that a number of people being shot in the Reef Road/Veterans Park area to the beach by two teens on a white moped randomly shooting at people.
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Police UPDATE: Police confirmed that the child was struck at this location by a black male, late teens, riding a red larger size dirt bike who fled the scene. Medics and Fire responded. The child was awake and alert upon transport.
2021-07-23@6:03pm–#Bridgeport CT– Report of a child hit by a car at Kelsey and Hewitt Street (off Stratford Avenue). No word on any injuries.
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Requested reports from the Bridgeport Police Department:
Assault w/Weapon-Robbery Attempt
On 7/21/21 Boston Ave & Pembroke St. a person indicated two males tried to rob him and proceeded to stab him. No stab wounds identified but a few lacerations from party’s described altercation. The victim’s story conflicting during police interview.
Robbery
7/22/21 2500th block of North Avenue. Person’s Lyft vehicle stolen by 4 black males after providing them rides. No medical assistance rendered.
7/22/21 1000th block of Fairfield Ave. Person’s vehicle stolen by 3 black males along with victim’s wallet. Medics notified but assistance declined.
Attempted Robbery
7/22/21 200th block of McKinley Ave. Person approached by a male person requesting his wallet. The victim refused and suspect suspect fled the area.
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2021-07-23@3:45pm–#Stratford CT– Firefighters are in the 1400 block of North Avenue for a lawnmower on fire in the driveway.
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FAIRFIELD – On July 11, 2021, an unsanctioned car show took place in Fairfield at the Brick Walk
Plaza on Post Rd in Fairfield. The Fairfield Police Department received multiple complaints of
unreasonable noise and unsafe driving associated with this event.
Due to recent statutory restrictions on police pursuits, officers opted not to engage, but to monitor the safe
resolution of the event in the immediate, and further to observe, document, and identify violators for
future enforcement action.
Subsequent investigative actions led to the arrest of below listed individuals. Each was charged with
Reckless Driving, a violation of CGS 14-222.
• Ryan W. Silver (12/12/1999) of Fairfield
• Nicholas Ramirez (12/14/1992) of Stratford
• George Desmond (4/25/2003) of Fairfield
The Fairfield Police Department continues to investigate this incident and additional arrests are possible.
The Fairfield Police Department takes any complaint of reckless or aggressive driving seriously and
encourages those who experience this type of behavior to contact police immediately at 203-254-4800.
Police are available 24/7/365 to respond to complaints and calls for service.
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2021-07-23@1:20pm–#Westport CT– #cttraffic– A three car accident along with a box truck I-95 south near exit 18. No word on any injuries.
2021-07-23 #Bridgeport CT– Congratulations to all the Bridgeport Police Officers promoted in a secret ceremony today. I don’t know why the city has stopped inviting the press to these positive activities. Maybe they don’t want them receiving positive recognition.
