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Construction Begins On Waterbury Branch Line Station Upgrades

Governor Ned Lamont today announced the start of construction on major upgrades to four stations on the Metro-North Waterbury Branch Line, located in Derby-Shelton, Ansonia, Beacon Falls, and Seymour. Construction on all four stations is beginning now and is anticipated to be completed by spring 2028. The upgrades will transform these stations with new 350-foot platforms designed to accommodate full train boarding, along with covered canopies and enclosed windscreens to improve comfort in all weather. Stations will feature real-time arrival information, ticket vending, improved lighting, and clear wayfinding. Each location will be ADA accessible, with better pedestrian access and safer passenger flow. In Derby, the project will restore the vacant historic station building to provide indoor waiting space and add…

Stratford

Stratford Health Department To Host Walk N’ Talk Series

May 3, 2026 Alex

The Stratford Health Department, in collaboration with Stratford Parents Place and the Stratford YMCA, will host an upcoming Walk N’ Talk series designed to bring families together for light physical activity, connection, and informal health conversations with community health professionals. The multigenerational event is open to residents of all ages, including children, parents, and grandparents, and offers a fun and welcoming way to enjoy time outdoors while connecting with local health professionals. Participants are encouraged to bring children or grandchildren, with strollers and carriers welcome. The Walk N’ Talk series will be held from 10:00am to 11:00am on the following dates: May 12 – Shakespeare ParkMay 19 – Short BeachMay 26 – Longbrook Park The series is intended to promote…

Bridgeport

Stabbing

Mar 9, 2026 Stephen Krauchick

Bridgeport Police are investigating a stabbing on John Street. No additional details have been released at this time regarding the victim’s condition or if any arrests have been made. 2026-03-09@5:41pm

Norwalk

Norwalk Police Make Arrest Following Traffic Stop

Mar 6, 2026 Alex

On March 2, 2026, at 10:52 AM, Norwalk Patrol Officer Arvanitakis observed a Jeep Grand Cherokee traveling westbound on Westport Avenue displaying an improper printed temporary registration plate affixed to the rear of the vehicle. Officer Arvanitakis conducted a motor vehicle stop in the area of 315 Westport Avenue. During the stop, the operator of the vehicle, identified as Fredrick Jerome Pate, was found to be operating with a suspended driver’s license. Further investigation revealed that the 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee was unregistered and uninsured. Officers conducted a search of the vehicle and recovered a 9mm magazine loaded with seven rounds from the rear passenger area. Officers also located a Taurus Arms G2C 9mm handgun in the trunk of the…

Stratford

Another Merritt Crash

Feb 21, 2026 Stephen Krauchick

A crash with multiple injuries on the Merritt Parkway in Stratford, northbound near exit 37. Major delays reported, detour if you can. 2026-02-20@11:41pm--

Stratford

Water Main Break Causes Sink Hole

Feb 20, 2026 Stephen Krauchick

A water main break reported at Abrams Street in Stratford. The caller said it was creating a sink hole so she put lawn chairs around it so no one drives through. 2026-02-20@8:33pm--

Westport

Water Main Break Triggers Multiple Fire Alarms

Feb 20, 2026 Stephen Krauchick

A water main break at Imperial and Baker is believed to have activated about a dozen water-flow alarms in the area around 6:45pm. Firefighters checked each location and confirmed they were false alarms caused by the pressure change.

Fairfield

Armed Robbery Causes School Shutdown

Feb 19, 2026 Alex

https://youtube.com/shorts/CrqMSvXZOZY Fairfield, CT — Fairfield Police have taken all suspects into custody following an early morning armed robbery and home invasion investigation that prompted a large police response and temporary shelter-in-place order in the Candlewood Road area. Officers responded just before 2:30 AM on Thursday, February 19, 2026 to reports of an armed robbery and possible home invasion. Police quickly secured the victims and initially detained one suspect, while another person of interest was later located in Hamden. Investigators then worked to locate two additional suspects believed to still be in the immediate area, leading to a significant police presence around Candlewood Road and Black Rock Turnpike and instructions for nearby residents to shelter in place and avoid the area.…

Fairfield

Food Truck Fire

Feb 19, 2026 Alex

Report of a food truck fire at Park Avenue and Eckhart Street in Fairfield. Firefighters were alerted to it by a passerby that saw smoke, and they forced entry and extinguished the fire.

Bridgeport Videos

Intersection Crash

Feb 18, 2026 Stephen Krauchick

https://youtube.com/shorts/eAH_sHCtlhI Report of a 2 car crash at the intersection of Park Ave and State Street in Bridgeport. One person was transported with significant injuries.

Construction Begins On Waterbury Branch Line Station Upgrades

Stratford Health Department To Host Walk N’ Talk Series

Stabbing

Norwalk Police Make Arrest Following Traffic Stop

Another Merritt Crash

Water Main Break Causes Sink Hole

Water Main Break Triggers Multiple Fire Alarms

Armed Robbery Causes School Shutdown

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