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CALLING ALL BRIDGEPORT RESIDENTS TO ATTEND AND SPEAK UP TO PROTECT ALL OUR NEIGHBORS FROM NEW HOUSING WITHOUT PARKING

Jun 23, 2025 Alex

Meeting:Monday, June 30, 2025 at 6:00 PMCity Hall – 45 Lyon Terrace, BPT Our Planning and Zoning Commission will be deciding Bridgeport’s Parking Regulations. We need to fight for these issues: Stop housing developer give-aways by requiring them to provide parking for new housing in our neighborhood Protect our quality of life and public safety by requiring off-street parking for new housing Reduce density, congestion, and road repairs on our neighborhood streets by requiring off-street parking for new housing Any Questions? Call City Councilwoman Michelle Lyons (134th District – North End)📞 203-414-7926✉️ Michelle.Lyons@bridgeportct.gov Or Call City Councilwoman Maria Valle (137th District – East Side)📞 475-225-6164✉️ Maria.Valle@bridgeportct.gov

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Bridgeport Stratford Westport

Cooling Centers Open Across Stratford, Bridgeport, and Westport as Extreme Heat Continues Through June 25

Jun 23, 2025 Alex

Due to a forecasted heat wave with heat index values expected between 100 and 105 degrees, the towns of Stratford, Bridgeport, and Westport have activated their Cooling Center Protocols, effective immediately through 8:00 PM on Wednesday, June 25, 2025. Residents, especially seniors, children, those with pre-existing health conditions, and anyone vulnerable to heat-related illnesses are urged to stay cool, hydrated, and indoors. All three municipalities are offering designated cooling centers with varying hours to provide relief from the dangerous temperatures. Governor Ned Lamont also issued statewide guidance, reminding residents that cooling centers can be located by dialing 2-1-1 and emphasizing precautions such as hydration, limited outdoor exposure, and checking on vulnerable individuals. Stratford Cooling Center Locations: Baldwin Center – 1000…

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State News

Blumenthal, Murphy Condemn Trump’s Strikes on Iran, Cite Lack of Authorization and Risk of War

Jun 22, 2025 Alex

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Connecticut Senators Richard Blumenthal and Chris Murphy issued sharp condemnations following President Trump’s announcement that the United States had launched strikes on three nuclear sites in Iran. Both senators criticized the decision as reckless and unlawful, emphasizing the lack of congressional approval and the potential for escalation into a broader conflict. Senator Blumenthal said while he agrees that a nuclear-armed Iran poses a global threat, the use of American military force must be guided by both strength and strategy. “The Constitution and War Powers Act require every President to inform Congress and seek approval for using American military force. President Trump has done neither,” Blumenthal stated. He called for Senate Republican leadership to bring Senator Tim Kaine’s…

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Stratford

Structure Fire

Jun 22, 2025 Alex

https://youtu.be/wIt6mr-MROg Report of a structure fire on North Abram Street in Stratford. Firefighters arrived on scene to a house semi engulfed in flame on its front and put out the fire, both the outside and the extensions into the structure. It's unknown if there are any injuries at this time.

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Westport

Westport Police Department Arrests Residential Burglary Suspect

Jun 22, 2025 Alex

(Westport, CT) On June 21, 2025, at approximately 0240 hours, Westport Police responded to a residence on Riverside Avenue for a report from an out-of-town homeowner that there was an unknown male in his home. Through his Blink security system, the homeowner observed and provided real-time updates to police about the unauthorized male in his home. Officers immediately responded, surrounded the area, and located an unlocked, sliding glass door. The suspect unintentionally made himself visible on the third-floor balcony to officers and quickly retreated into the house. Westport officers, with the assistance of a Connecticut State Police Trooper with K9 Gatti and a Norwalk officer with K9 Kato, entered the home in search of the suspect. Norwalk Officer and K9…

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Fairfield

Motorcycle Accident

Jun 21, 2025 Alex

UPDATE:Fairfield Police Investigate Fatal Crash on Post Road: Fleeing Driver LocatedFairfield, CT — On 6/21/2025 at about 9:30 p.m., Fairfield Police responded to several 911 calls reporting a crash involving a moped and a vehicle on Post Road near South Benson Road. The striking vehicle fled the scene prior to officers’ arrival; however, during the investigation, officers were able to locate both the vehicle and the driver. Despite lifesaving measures being taken on scene, the 25-year-old moped driver later succumbed to his injuries at a local hospital. Out of respect for the family, the individual’s identity is not being released at this time. The Fairfield Police Crash Reconstruction Unit responded to the scene and took over the investigation. Traffic in…

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Trumbull

Mall Gas Leak

Jun 21, 2025 Alex

Trumbull firefighters were at the Trumbull Mall at 5065 Main Street for a broken gas line in the ceiling near the food court. The gas was secured, and the firefighters are now ventilating. 2025-06-21@1:33pm--#Trumbull CT

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