Bridgeport News: Garage Fire
2020-07-13@4:42pm--#Bridgeport CT-- #ctfire--Firefighters quickly extinguish a garage fire on Madison Terrace. There were no reported injuries, the fire marshal was called to investigate the cause of the fire.
Connecticut Apartment Association Partnering with American Red Cross
Partnership Helps Support the Red Cross Home Fire Campaign The Connecticut Apartment Association, based in Glastonbury, Connecticut, has partnered with the American Red Cross for the third year in a row. As part of the partnership, this year, the Connecticut Apartment Association has contributed in support of the Red Cross Home Fire Campaign and is entering their third year as a Ready 365 Bronze level supporter. “We are grateful to the Connecticut Apartment Association for their continued support of the Red Cross and for their commitment to support the Home Fire Campaign,” said Brandon Ponder, Chief Development Officer, American Red Cross Connecticut and Rhode Island Region. “The Connecticut Apartment Association’s partnership helps the Red Cross prepare communities for the largest disaster threat, home fires.” Every…
WorkPlace Grant
Congressman Jim Himes (CT-04) announced The WorkPlace will receive a nearly $2 million Youth Apprenticeship Readiness Grant from the U.S. Department of Labor’s Employment and Training Administration. The WorkPlace is a workforce development organization that has been serving Southwest Connecticut for over 36 years. “Education is the path forward for individuals and America to build a strong future in the 21st Century,” said Congressman Himes. “The WorkPlace’s efforts to train young adults in Southwest Connecticut for careers in manufacturing is crucial. If we want Connecticut to remain competitive, we need vocational programs run by organizations like The WorkPlace.” “The WorkPlace is excited for this opportunity to work with a broad spectrum of community partners to create programming that will help young adults enter manufacturing careers,” said Joe Carbone,…
Fairfield News: Hit And Run Arrest
2020-07-11@7:11pm–#Fairfield CT– Yesterday, we were the first to tell about a hit and run on Brookview Avenue. Police caught up with the suspect and arrested Joseph T. Palmer, Joseph T., and charged with the below crimes after he was engaged in a physical altercation inside the party. Palmer allegedly intentionally rammed another party-goers vehicle while they were placing their child in the car. The victim suffered a broken ankle and foot as a result of the collision. The accused also fled the scene and was located a short time later by officers. Palmer was charged with statues: C.G.S. 14-230(a) Failure to Drive Right, C.G.S. 14-222 Reckless Driving, C.G.S. 14-12(a)* Operating an Unregistered Motor Vehicle, C.G.S. 14-36a Operating Without a…
Bridgeport News: Two Crashes
2020-07-12@1:20pm--#Bridgeport CT-- Two unrelated crashes in two different parts of town. The first one on Lenox Avenue and the second one on Main Street near Minturn Place. Both scenes have injuries reported. This news report is made possible by: [caption id="attachment_82873" align="aligncenter" width="1125"] Visit Perez Tires Website:https://www.pereztirecenter.com/[/caption]
Bridgeport News: Another Person Shot
2020-07-12@12:13am-- A person showed up to St. Vincent's Hospital by private vehicle shot in the head. Unknown where the shooting took place nor the person's condition. This news report is made possible by: [caption id="attachment_83786" align="aligncenter" width="2560"] Visit Penfield Service's website: https://penfieldservicecenterct.com/[/caption]
Bridgeport News: Person Shot
UPDATE: Suspect was shot in the groin. The shooting took place at Hallett and Arctic. Anyone with info asked to contact BPD Tips Line 203-576-TIPS 2020-07-11@9:33pm--#Bridgeport CT-- Bridgeport Police are reporting that a gunshot victim arrived at Bridgeport Hospital. There are no further information on the extent of injuries or where the shooting took place. This news report is made possible by:
Stratford News: Stolen Rifle
2020-07-10@10:30pm--#Stratord CT-- Many viewers contacted me Friday night to alert me of a police presence on Dorus Street. Chief McNeil said it was a state police investigation over a stolen rifle.
Fairfield News: Pedestrian Hit- Driver Flees
2020-07-11@7:11pm--#Fairfield CT-- Police are looking for a brown and gold pickup with front end damage after hitting a pedestrian on Brookview Avenue, the driver fled. The initial report says the pedestrian has an ankle injury. DoingItLocal is your ONLY breaking news source.
Overturned Kayaker Found
2020-07-11@3:33pm--An overturned kayaker was located between Knapps Landing and the Audubon Society in Milford located on the Milford side. Both Stratford and Milford marine units assisted in locating him. This news report is made possible by: [caption id="attachment_83769" align="aligncenter" width="480"] https://www.afcurgentcareshelton.com/[/caption]