HARTFORD, CT)– Governor Ned Lamont announced that the Connecticut Manufacturing Innovation Fund Advisory Board has voted to approve the release of $8.3 million in funding to support a series of technology and workforce initiatives designed to strengthen the long-term competitiveness Connecticut’s manufacturing sector, including several new programs. The funding was approved through the state’s Manufacturing Innovation Fund, which received $20 million over the biennium in the budget signed into law by the governor this summer. “Connecticut continues to make smart investments in its economic future,” Governor Lamont said. “We know the critical role manufacturing plays in our economy when it comes to jobs, exports, innovation, and productivity. These new programs demonstrate the comprehensive approach we are taking to ensure our manufacturing…
Norwalk News: Hoax Call About Shooting
On October 14, 2021, at approximately 2:59 p.m., Norwalk Police Combined Dispatch received a callstating that there were shots fired at Roton School. Multiple police officers responded to the scene. Theofficers were quickly able to determine that no shooting had occurred, that everyone was safe, and thatthe telephone call was a hoax.The responsible person(s) has (have) been identified. There is no threat to the community nor are thereany concerns for safety. An investigation is underway in cooperation with the Norwalk Public Schoolsystem.As a reminder, we encourage our community members to reach anytime there is a concern for thesafety of the public. There are numerous methods of contacting us. If there is ever an emergency, call 911 For more routine matters,…
Ansonia News: House Fire
2021-10-14@4:50pm--#Ansonia CT-- #ctfire-- Report of a house fire on Orchard Street. This news report is made possible by:
Your Package Will Be Late
2021-10-14@4:37pm--#Fairfield CT-- If you are expecting a package from UPS it could be late. A car rear-ended the UPS truck in front of the post office on Commerce Drive.
Westport News: Distracted Driving Campaign
(Westport, CT - 10/13/2021) – The Westport Police Department is participating in The Connecticut Department of Transportation’s high visibility distracted driving enforcement campaign. In partnership with State and local law enforcement and the U.S. Department of Transportation’s National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), the campaign will increase efforts to enforce distracted-driving laws. This campaign will run from October 15 th to October 31 st , 2021. Distracted driving is an activity that diverts attention from driving. Not surprisingly, texting while driving is one of the most dangerous distractions. Sending or reading a text takes one’s eyes off the road for 5 seconds and at 55 m.p.h., that is like driving the entire length of a football field with your eyes…
Fairfield News: Man Shot
Police UPDATE: On Thursday, October 14, 2021 at approximately 12:58 AM, the Fairfield Police Department received a report from a Cumberland farms employee at 975 Kings Highway East, Fairfield, that a male gunshot victim had just entered the store. The victim is a delivery driver for Miller Nissan who was shot in the abdomen during a robbery attempt at the dealership at 930 Kings Highway East. The victim was transported to an area Hospital and has undergone surgery. The latest report was that he is expected to recover. The suspect was described as a male wearing a hooded sweatshirt who fled from the scene towards Castle Ave. Fairfield and Westport K9’s conducted tracks which led to a nearby residence, but…
UB Put In Lock Down Due To Police Foot Pursuit
2021-10-13@6:40pm--#Bridgeport CT-- The University of Bridgeport was put in lock down due to a Bridgeport Police foot pursuit of an suspect possibly armed in the area of Burham/Iranistan Avenue according to police UB said Atlantic and Rennell Street. The lockdown was lifted within the hour. It is unknown if the suspect was captured. Remember when the citizens would get live warnings and updates in real time?
Stratford News: Crash With Extrication
2021-10-13@9:50pm--#Stratford CT-- First responders at Warner Hill and River Road for a crash involving extrication of an unresponsive person. This news report is made possible by: http://www.bdklawgroup.com/
Bridgeport News: Police Pursuit
Although the police lost the car on/near Lindley Street not called off Police said" At 2155hrs the BPD responded to an MVA possible “road rage” incident at Harral & Sanford Avenues. A pursuit ensued of a vehicle with a firearm up to Merritt Parkway and then back into the City where the pursuit was called off. No injuries or vehicles damaged being reported. This remains an active investigation".One Bridgeport Police car hit spike strips that were put out near Sacred Heart University. 2021-10-13@9:55pm--#Bridgeport CT-- Police were in pursuit of a car at North and Madison Avenue, down Wood, then Park Avenue. Wanted for firearms. Now reported by Sacred Heart University. Police lost the vehicle. This news report is made possible…
I-95 Oil Spill
2021-10-13@7:42pm--#Stratford CT-- #cttraffic-- I-95 southbound is being shutdown near exit 32 for an oil spill of excess of 5 gallons. I did not hear if it was a result of a traffic accident but expect delays. Hazmat crews are arriving on scene.