2020-08-01@8:11pm--#Fairfield CT-- A homeowner on Fairfield Beach Road saw flares east of the Penfield Lighthouse and called Fairfield Emergency Communications (911). Firefighters were dispatched on their fireboat and discovered a boat had run up on the reef. Three people were rescued and the vessel is being towed to Captian's Cove Marina. This news report is made possible by:
2020-07-01@3:00pm--#Milford CT-- #cttraffic-- Firefighters just battled a brush fire near exit 36 and are now fighting another one near exit 32. This one is causing a lot of smoke and reducing visibility.
2020-08-01@10:35am--#Bridgeport CT--#cttraffic-- Route 8/25 is pretty interesting this morning. Firefighters are responding to a crash southbound near exit 3 and reporting that there is a naked man in the northbound lane dancing.
WASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Senators Richard Blumenthal (D-CT) and Josh Hawley (R-MO) wrote the Department of Justice (DOJ) today seeking an investigation into “reported violations of Americans’ civil liberties by Zoom and TikTok and the national security implications of both companies’ relationships with the People’s Republic of China.” Both Zoom and TikTok have tried to conceal their ties to China, where “tech firms are notoriously bound to draconian intelligence laws, media regulations, and extrajudicial pressure that compels them to censor and spy for China’s state security services.” Americans’ use of these platforms has skyrocketed during the COVID-19 pandemic even following reports of potential threats to the privacy of their data and their freedom of expression. Compounding these concerns, both Zoom and TikTok…
Westport, CT – First Selectman Jim Marpe issued the following statement today: As we enter a new month of restrictions and regulations designed to keep ourselves and others safe, it is understandable that some are experiencing “Covid fatigue,” and perhaps are becoming too relaxed in abiding by public health requirements. Westport needs to remain vigilant. We must all maintain social distancing, not gather in large groups, practice diligent hand washing, and continue to be responsible by wearing a face covering whenever leaving our homes. This is especially important during the summer months when we are drawn outside to exercise, shop, dine outdoors and go to the beach. Wearing a face covering and wearing it properly over both the nose and…
2020-08-01@12:27am--#Westport CT-- Audi Driver Assistance System alerted police of a rollover accident with one of their vehicles at the Longshore Golf Course at 260 Compo Rd S. Police located the car near the 9th hole. The driver was nowhere to be found. This news report is made possible by:
2020-08-01@12:19am--#Derby CT-- Possible shooting victim behind Derby Cellular at 134 Roosevelt Drive. This news report is made possible by: [caption id="attachment_80764" align="aligncenter" width="1656"] Visit Jack's website at:http://johnrodicanhomes.com/[/caption]
2020-07-31@6:19pm--A rollover accident reported in the 800 block of Seltsam Road. No word on any injuries.
Police UPDATE: A street fight occurred in the area of Maple St and Park St where a party with a pistol permit pulled out a weapon and preliminary reports indicate shots were fired in the area of Kossuth and Maple St, however; no victim has been identified at this time. Police took the person responsible for the discharge of the firearm into custody. This is an active investigation at this time. 2020-07-31@5:03pm-- #Bridgeport CT-- Police are investigating a shooting at Park Street and Maple Street. It is not known if anyone was hit. I have not heard back from police. 3:00AMish-- Police invested a shooting that took place on East Main Street near Steuben Street. A person was…
4:38pm--UPDATE: I'm sad to report a juvenile has passed away 4:33pm--UPDATE: Firefighters have one out of the water and one left. Unknown their condition. 4:26pm--UPDATE: Firefighters have lines on it and have begun to winch it in. 2020-07-31@4:04pm--#Seymour CT-- Report of a car into the Housatonic River near Riverview Waterfront. The car is out of reach of the firefighter boats and is floating down with the current. The water is reported to be up to the roof. No word if anyone is inside the car. This news report is made possible by: [caption id="attachment_83769" align="aligncenter" width="480"] https://www.afcurgentcareshelton.com/[/caption]
