Continued Distribution of Masks, Infrared Thermometer

The State of Connecticut has partnered with CBIA-CONNSTEP to assist in the distribution of donated surgical masks and thermometers to eligible essential small businesses, non-profits and places of worship with 50 employees or less.  This program will be running weekly for the month of June.    Small businesses, nonprofits, and places of worship that would like to request equipment from the state’s supply of PPE and infrared thermometers should fill out the online form on a weekly basis by early afternoon on Thursdays.  The state has partnered with the Connecticut Business and Industry Association and its affiliate CONNSTEP to distribute the thermometers weekly. They will be delivered to the municipalities in which the organizations are located, and then the municipalities will contact the recipient…

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Norwalk News: Moving Up Ceremonies

#Norwalk CT-- On June 4, 2020, Nathan Hale Middle School and West Rocks Middle School will be hosting drive-thru moving up ceremonies. NMHS will be from 1500-1930 and WRMS will be from 1500-1900. This will cause an increase of vehicles in the vicinity of both schools (Strawberry Hill and West Rocks Road) which will cause traffic delays. Our officers will be on hand to assist with traffic and safety. We encourage drivers to use alternate routes during this time to avoid traffic delays.   If you would like to move up then visit our sponsor:   [caption id="attachment_83434" align="aligncenter" width="2560"] Visit BMW of Bridgeport at: https://www.bmwofbridgeport.com/[/caption]

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Fact Check Covid Info

Hartford, CT) – Attorney General William Tong and the Connecticut State Police  released a Public Service Announcement encouraging residents to fact check the information they receive about the COVID-19 pandemic. The public has questions about COVID-19, and what happens next – and they deserve accurate answers about how to stay healthy, when we’ll reopen, and more. Unfortunately, during times like this, scam artists are spreading false information, and trusted sources may even be sharing false information unknowingly. “Whether inaccurate information is purposely posted to deceive and defraud individuals, or is shared unknowingly by people who believe it’s true, misinformation can be dangerous,” Attorney General Tong says in the video. “We need you to rely on information from official sources and credible subject…

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Westport News: Fire The Walls

Fire Department UPDATE: At 8:32pm this evening the Westport Fire Department Emergency Communications Center received a report of a structure fire on Turkey Hill Lane. The department responded with 4 engines, a ladder truck, and the shift commander. Arriving units found a smoke in the basement and first floor. After further investigation a fire was found in a wall on the first floor. Access was made to the walls and the fire was quickly extinguished. The cause of the fire is under investigation by the Westport Fire Marshal’s Office. Westport Police and Westport EMS assisted on scene. Mutual aid station coverage was provided by the Wilton and Fairfield Fire Departments during the incident. 2020-06-02@8:39pm--#Westport CT-- Firefighters are on scene on…

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Bridgeport News: Stabbing Update

#Bridgeport CT-- On June 1, 2020 at 4:10pm, the Bridgeport Police responded to a report of a person stabbed in the area of George Street and Madison Avenue. On-scene BPD came upon a victim that was bleeding heavily from the neck. The victim and witnesses were able to indicate to police that the responsible party later identified as Mr. Jony Antonio Valle-Lanuza, was drinking with the victim when Mr. Valle-Lanuza struck the victim with a beer bottle. Detectives from the BPD were able to locate the residency of Mr. Valle-Lanuza and upon arrival at the residence, they noticed a blood trail that led to the apartment occupied by Mr. Valle-Lanuza. While announcing themselves many times the detectives were able to…

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Westport Update on Limitations of Recreational Gatherings

Westport, CT – Parks and Recreation Director Jennifer Fava announced today that in accordance with Governor Lamont’s Executive Order 7TT, effective June 1, 2020, the limitation on the number of people allowed in a recreational gathering has been increased from 5 people to 25 people for outdoor recreational gatherings. Outdoor gatherings are now permitted for up to and including 25 people with the following restrictions: No contact sports or sports that include shared handling of objects such as balls or frisbees are allowed. Attendees shall remain six feet apart, excluding immediate family members, caretakers, and household members, and except when dining, masks shall be worn when within six feet of those not in the same household. iii.                If the event is an…

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Bridgeport News: Person Shot

Police UPDATE: Police confirmed that the gunshot victim incident happened in the vicinity of Highland Avenue. Victim stated he was waiting in his car when he shots fired and a few moments later felt pain in the area of his shoulder. Injuries are reported to be non-life threatening.   UPDATE: The victim was shot at Highland Avenue. UPDATE: One apartment in Trumbull Gardens had a bullet come in thier home. No one injured. 2020-06-01@2020@10:48pm--#Bridgeport CT-- A gunshot victim just showed up to St. Vincent's Hospital.  Earlier there was a drive-by shooting on Reservoir Avenue, Highland Avenue,  Trumbull Avenue, and Highland and Washington Avenue.   This news report is made possible by:  

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