$11.3 For Head Start Programs

HARTFORD—U.S. Senators Richard Blumenthal (D-Conn.), Chris Murphy (D-Conn.) and U.S. Representatives John Larson (CT-1), Rosa DeLauro (CT-3) and Jahana Hayes (CT-5) announced $13,485,100 in federal funding from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services to Head Start programs in the Greater Hartford and New Britain area.   “This federal funding will help grow Head Start early education programs, helping hundreds of our youngest learners thrive during these critical early years,” said Murphy, Blumenthal, Larson, DeLauro and Hayes. “We know that kids who participate in Head Start are served by that experience for decades to come – helping them to succeed in school and into adulthood. We’re proud to advocate for increased funding for these programs so they can continue to support Connecticut families for years to…

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Bridgeport Fireboat Uber Rescues Another Fisherman

Warning Issued By Police --  No Fine 2020-06-28@5:33pm--#Bridgeport CT-- Police said "another fisherman was rescued by BPT PD and FD from the rocks at Seaside Parks Sunday night because the tide had come in and stranded him.  Again, we caution all men and women who enjoy fishing at the park and anyone feeling adventurous to walk the rocks to know it is unsafe to do so but to also please know the tide schedule for the day, a tide schedule can be found at https://www.usharbors.com/harbor/Connecticut/Bridgeport-ct/tides . In addition to the tides, a storm was moving into the area and again we urge beach and park visitors to know the weather for the day. Remember, if you hear thunder you are…

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PT Drive-By

2020-06-28@12:50pm--#Bridgeport CT-- A drive-by shooting just occurred at PT Barnum by a black sedan.  The driver shot out the passenger window.  So far no one or anything reported hit.   This news report is made possible by:   [caption id="attachment_74833" align="aligncenter" width="420"] For more information visit: https://www.acesbailbondsct.com/[/caption]

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Bridgeport News: Stabbing

2020-06-27 #Bridgeport CT-- Bridgeport  Hospital contacted Bridgeport Emergency Centerto\ alert PD that a stabbing victim was at their ER. 'Victim was struck in left abdomen, but non life threatening. Indicated it took place some where on Fairfield Ave near Ellsworth St. DB called to investigate. NFI". Glad they reported this, but never any street robberies, carjackings, home invasions or burglaries are reported.  I guess it no longer happens. This news report is made possible by:

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