Many viewers reached out to us with concerns about the Bridgeport Schools returning to class so I called former Fairfield Lieutenant, Jim Perez to explain what is happening. Perez created the public safety protocols in Fairfield right after the shooting atSandy Hook. Although this isn’t Fairfield, the policies remain the same, the safety of students and faculty.
You are invited to welcome The Wall as a trailer carrying THE WALL THAT HEALS AND MOBILE EDUCATION CENTER will leave Sherwood Island in Westport at noon and proceed north on Route 1 to Fairfield making a brief stop at the intersection of Post Road and S. Benson Road at 12:15 p.m. on TUES SEPT 24. A Fairfield Fire Department truck will stop traffic in the intersection, where a soloist will sing the national anthem. The parade will then proceed to Bridgeport via Route 1, Fairfield Ave. & Park Ave., and onto Veterans Memorial Park where The Wall will be assembled for a four day stop.
The traveling three-fourths sized replica of the Washington DC Vietnam War monument will travel with a motorcycle escort along Police, Fire, and other First Responders. Anyone who has a motorcycle and would like to join the honor ride to accompany the wall is invited to do so. Riders should meet at Sherwood Island State Park at 10 a.m.
The Wall That Heals has been displayed in nearly 700 communities throughout the nation, spreading the Memorial’s healing legacy to millions. Bringing The Wall home to communities throughout our country allows the souls enshrined on the Memorial to exist once more among family and friends in the peace and comfort of familiar surroundings.
The traveling exhibit provides thousands of veterans who have been unable to cope with the prospect of facing The Wall to find the strength and courage to do so within their own communities, thus allowing the healing process to begin. The main components of The Wall That Heals are The Wall replica and the mobile Education Center.
The Wall That Heals will be displayed at Veterans Memorial Park, 4450 Park Ave., Bridgeport from 9/26 – 9/29. The wall will be open to the public 24 hours a day and everyone is invited to attend. The Wall is being hosted by the Port 5 National Association of Naval Veterans, 69 Brewster Street, Bridgeport, CT 06605. 203 576 9366.
More information is available at https://www.vietnamvetswall.com/about-the-wall
Report of a pedestrian struck near Weber Street on Boston Avenue. There are no further details at this time.
BRIDGEPORT, Conn. (September 22, 2024) – In response to the recent threat to our schools, Bridgeport Public Schools has implemented comprehensive measures to ensure the safety and well-being of students and staff as they return to school on Monday.
The district worked closely with local law enforcement agencies to thoroughly investigate the threat, and an arrest has been made. Authorities have assured the district that there is no credible danger at this time and there would be a strong police presence at the district’s schools.
Additionally, the district has also reviewed and reinforced our existing safety protocols, including emergency response plans and communication procedures with the City of Bridgeport Emergency Operations and police departments.
Counseling and support services will also be available for students and staff who may feel anxious or concerned about the situation.
“We are confident that these measures will provide a safe and secure environment for our students to return to their educational activities,” said Dr. Carmela Levy-David, Superintendent of Bridgeport Public Schools. “Our top priority is the safety and well-being of our students and staff, and we will continue to monitor the situation closely and keep everyone informed of any updates.”
Last night at around 5:53AM there was a report of a male individual in the dam at Beardsley Park yelling for assistance.
Both Bridgeport Fire Department and Bridgeport Police Department responded to the incident.
One individual was successfully rescued and placed under the care of AMR.
A rollover crash on I-95 northbound between exits 40 and 41 in the right lane.
2024-09-22@12:22am #Milford CT– #cttraffic
A man was stabbed in the upper chest in the 600 block of Iranistan Avenue according to unconfirmed radio reports.
2024-09-21@11:42pm–#Bridgeport CT
Report of a fire at the 300 block of Huntington Road in Bridgeport. Firefighters arrived on scene and quickly knocked down the fire.
The long-awaited traffic signalization project at the intersection of Main Street and Whitney Avenue will enter its final stage on Monday, September 23, 2024. Vertical structures have been received and prepared for installation. Cranes will be operating from adjacent parking areas and Whitney Avenue during the week of September 23rd. The installation of the traffic signal and control systems is expected to take approximately 2-3 weeks.
Sidewalk installation will be ongoing from the intersection at Whitney Avenue to Dunkin Donuts for the next few weeks, followed by milling and paving along Main Street, weather permitting, during the week of October 14th.
Please be sure to anticipate delays and plan accordingly.
On Wednesday, September 18, 2024, the Bridgeport Police Department arrested a 13-year-old suspect in connection with recent threats made against local schools. The individual was charged with Threatening in the First Degree. The arrest, made at 10:50 p.m., followed a swift and coordinated investigation involving the Patrol Division, Detective Bureau, and federal partners.
Earlier that evening, the department had been made aware of the threats and immediately launched an aggressive investigation, assuring the public that the safety of students and staff was a top priority. A strong police presence was implemented at schools to ensure the community’s safety.
The Chief of Police emphasized the department’s commitment to keeping Bridgeport’s youth safe, vowing to continue working with local, state, and federal law enforcement agencies to respond swiftly to any potential threats. Authorities encourage anyone with information to contact the Detective Bureau or use the anonymous Tips Line at 203-576-TIPS.
