HARTFORD, CT) – Governor Ned Lamont today announced that he plans to introduce legislation during the 2021 regular session of the Connecticut General Assembly with the goal of increasing postsecondary enrollment and success across Connecticut, particularly among first-generation, low-income, and minority students. During the COVID-19 pandemic, postsecondary enrollment has decreased across Connecticut and the country as a whole. Data from the National Student Clearinghouse Research Center shows that Connecticut experienced a 3.5 percentage point decline in college enrollment from 2019 levels, which ranks 23rd of the 50 states in terms of the largest percentage point decline. Similarly, FAFSA completion among high school seniors is down 8 percent compared to this time last year. “Increasing postsecondary enrollment and success, particularly among first-generation, low-income, and…
Bridgeport News: Head-On Crash
2021-03-07@7:25pm--#Bridgeport CT-- There were injuries in the head on collision in the 500 block of Huntington Turnpike. DoingItLocal is your ONLY breaking news source.
Bridgeport News: Police Log
Monday- Nothing of significance Tuesday- Fire on Bird St (reported) PT Barnum Party Shot (reported) Wednesday- Female party with non-life threatening wounds due to a fight at Stratford and Bunnel. Known parties Fire 850 Park Ave (reported) Gas Rupture Robert St (reported) Thursday- Car theft Old Town Road & Madison. Acura Stolen Officer involved Accident Deacon St and Seaview Ave (reported) Friday- Nothing of Significance Saturday- Domestic Incident (Not Reported Due to Victim’s Rights and Safety) This news report is made possible by:
Fairfield News: Bar Fight
2021-03-07@12:46am--#Fairfield CT-- Police were called to break up a fight outside the Trevi Lounge at 548 Kings Hwy Cutoff. This news report is made possible by:
Bridgeport News: Parked Cars Hit
2021-03-07@12:44am--#Bridgeport CT-- Police are looking for a silver car with heavy front end damager after hitting parked cars in the 400 block of Connecticut Avenue. The car may have fled onto I-95. This news report is made possible by: Click for coupons here: https://www.facebook.com/DoingItLocal/photos/a.273728507168/10158201932542169/
6 Injured In Route 8/25 Crash
2021-03-07@12:31pm--#Bridgeport CT-- #cttraffic--Six people were injured in a multi-vehicle crash on Route 8/25 near exit 3. Also another possible crash at exit 2.
Fairfield News: Fireplace Gets Out Of Control
2021-03-07@11:34pm--#Fairfield CT-- #cttraffic-- What was going to be a relaxing evening around the fireplace turned out to be chaos after the fire got out of control and extended to the home and attic. Firefighters were quick on the scene and kept the fire from spreading throughout the home. There were no reported injuries. The fire was recalled in about 45 minutes. The building inspector was called to the scene. DoingItLocal is your ONLY breaking news source.
I-95 Rollover
2021-03-06@7:27pm--#Fairfield CT-- #cttraffic-- A rollover accident reported I-95 southbound near exit 24. No word on any injuries.
I-95 Crash
2021-03-06@12:22pm--#Fairfield CT-- #cttraffic-- A multi-car crash in the left breakdown lane of I-95 southbound near the rest area entrance of exit 22. No word on any injuries. Expect delays.
Ansonia News: Person Shot
Ansonia Police UPDATE: On March 6, 2021 at 1:10 A.M., the Ansonia Police Department investigated a report of a person shot on Lester Street. Responding officers found a 26-year-old male, Ansonia resident, on the sidewalk in front of 20 Lester Street, the male was shot once in the lower body. The male reported while standing on the side of the road a dark colored car drove down Lester Street, shot him and then fled the area. The male was transported to a local hospital for treatment and is in stable condition. Evidence was recovered at the scene and the patrol division and detective bureau continue to investigate. The department is asking anyone with information to please contact 203-735-1885 or tips…