GOVERNOR LAMONT ANNOUNCES PLANS TO EASE SOME COVID-19 RESTRICTIONS IN CONNECTICUT

HARTFORD, CT) – Governor Ned Lamont today announced that in the coming days he plans to revise some requirements that were implemented in Connecticut in the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, particularly when it comes to those relating to capacity levels and travel restrictions. The governor stressed that while some of these restrictions are being eased, all of the protocols that relate to face coverings, social distancing, and cleaning measures are being maintained, and people and businesses are urged to continue adhering to those health and safety procedures. “While it is encouraging to see the number of cases in our state gradually going down and people getting vaccinated at rates that are among the highest in the nation, we need…

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A Bridgeport Police Officer calle that someone struck their vehicle.  Shortly after, the Officer requested assistance.  The incident location is Seaview Ave and Deacon St.  Multiple units and Supervisors responded to the area.  It is unknown what transpired or prompted the initial incident, however one person is currently in custody. The officer went to the hospital with unknown non-life threatening injuries. Police said once more information becomes available we will update accordingly.  

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Bridgeport News: Carjacking

2021-03-04@6:18pm--#Bridgeport CT-- An Uber driver had his white 2012 Honda Civic. No weapon was displayed. The car was last seen on Chopsey Hill. This news report was made possible by:

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Fairfield Police Warn About Scammers

FAIRFIELD — Chief Robert Kalamaras and the Fairfield Police Department would likewarn community members about common scams and remind them to never give outtheir personal or financial information to a person they do not know or whose identitycannot be verified. Recently, Fairfield Police received a report regarding an elaborate scam that began ona dating app in which a resident was tricked into sending money to an individual whostated they were in financial distress.The investigation into this incident is ongoing. However, the money the resident sent tothe scammer most likely cannot be recovered. According to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), many individuals fall victim toscammers on dating apps who try to trick them into sending money. These romancescammers create fake profiles…

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I-95 Crash

2021-03-04@5:55pm--#Westrport CT--#cttraffic-- A multi-car crash on I-95 northbound near exit 17 for your commuting pleasure. No word on any injuries.

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Bridgeport Police Union Press Release

Rebeca Garcia was appointed acting chief of police by Mayor Ganim on September 10, 2020after the resignation of Chief Armando Perez, who was indicted by the United States Attorney’s Office,charged with rigging the police chief examination in his favor. Perez and Mayor Ganim had previouslyappointed Garcia to the role of assistant chief.Since being appointed acting chief, Garcia has failed to lead the Bridgeport Police Department,and has engaged in conduct that is contrary to effective leadership. The acting chief demonstrates a pattern of excessive discipline and disparate treatment amongthe ranksThe acting chief is inconsistent in rotation of specialized unit assignments and continues toblatantly violate the bargaining agreementThe acting chief fails to distribute overtime in a fair and equitable mannerThe acting chief…

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Bridgeport News: Door Closed On Hand At School

2021-03-04@1:00pm--#Bridgeport CT-- A seven year old boy had a door close on his fingers with partial amputation according to radio reports at Barnum School, 495 Waterview Avenue. First responders on the way. This news report is made possible by:

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AGREEMENT ON FUTURE OF GAMING IN CONNECTICUT

HARTFORD, CT) – Governor Ned Lamont and Mohegan Tribe Chairman James Gessner Jr. today announced an agreement that would allow the State of Connecticut to modernize gaming options available to state residents, including allowing for sports wagering and online gaming. The agreement would generate tens of millions of dollars in new revenue for the state, while keeping Connecticut competitive with gaming changes currently being offered or considered in neighboring states. The agreement also provides the inclusion of the Connecticut Lottery Corporation as a partner in the effort to modernize the state’s gaming landscape. Key components of the agreement include: A 20 percent tax rate on new online gaming, or “iGaming,” offeringsA 13.75 percent tax rate on sports wageringConnecticut Lottery shall…

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WASHINGTON, DC] – Today, U.S. Senators Richard Blumenthal (D-CT) and Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) and U.S. Representatives Stephen F. Lynch (D-MA) and Mark Green (R-TN) introduced the bicameral, bipartisan K2 Veterans Care Act. This legislation would establish a “presumption of service connection” for the veterans who served at Karshi-Khanabad Air Base (K2) in Uzbekistan and who have since been diagnosed with toxic exposure-related illnesses and diseases, requiring the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to provide health care and benefits.  “This bill will be a lifeline for the veterans who were exposed to dangerous toxins in the glowing ponds and black goo reported at K2,” said Blumenthal. “We must honor the commitment we make to our servicemembers when we send them to war…

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Fairfield News: One Was Locked And The Other Wasn’t…..

#Fairfield CT-- On Sunday 02/28/21 at 10:27 am, a Jackman Avenue resident observed a black 4 door vehicle pull up in front of her neighbor's residence and then observed a passenger exit the black vehicle and walk down the neighbor’s driveway to pull on the door handle to a grey Jeep Cherokee that was running via remote start. When the door did not open, the subject walked back to the black 4 door vehicle reentering it. The vehicle fled the scene towards Stratfield Road. The complainant described this individual as a short teenager wearing black jogging pants and a camo hoodie.  Please are investigating the connection between this incident and the stolen vehicle from the parking lot of the Dogwood…

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