Campbell: Imploring the flock to love thy neighbor by getting the shot

We are at about 64% fully vaccinated now - high compared to the rest of the country, but we could do better.

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‘Here we go again’: CT DACA recipients push forward after court decision

A Texas federal judge ruled DACA unconstitutional earlier this month, preventing new applications from moving forward.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Here-we-go-again-CT-DACA-recipients-push-16353457.php

Nominees for diversity committee head to Trumbull council

The meeting comes months after half of the task force resigned.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Nominees-for-diversity-committee-head-to-Trumbull-16353078.php

Feds have arrested five Bridgeport officials in the last 10 months. But are they done?

Three Bridgeport politicians and two city officials have been arrested by federal officials in the past year.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Feds-have-arrested-five-Bridgeport-officials-in-16353440.php

Two former ‘Democrats of the Year’ launch primary challenges in Stratford

Two former “Democrats of the Year” are gathering signatures for Town Council races.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Two-former-Democrats-of-the-Year-launch-16352910.php

Wildfire haze reignites health concerns over CT’s air quality

Black children are almost five times more likely to be hospitalized for asthma than white children.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Wildfire-haze-reignites-health-concerns-over-16352684.php

Bridgeport furniture store owner arraigned on sex assault charges

The owner of a Bridgeport furniture store was arraigned Friday for allegedly sexually assaulting three women customers.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Furniture-store-owner-arraigned-on-sex-assault-16353122.php

‘Veterans need opportunities’: New business in Fairfield provides help to veterans

JDog Junk Removal and Hauling is owned and operated only by veterans and their families. It also donates the items it collects that can be used again to veterans in need.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Veterans-need-opportunities-New-business-16353026.php

Police: Threat leads to person shot in foot in Bridgeport

The individual suffered a non-life-threatening gunshot wound to the foot, police officials said Friday.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Police-Threat-leads-to-person-shot-in-foot-in-16352355.php

Bridgeport school board gives superintendent 12 percent raise

The Board of Education gave the raise after completing its performance review of Superintendent Michael Testani.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Bridgeport-school-board-gives-superintendent-12-16352187.php

Fairfield University professor sues student, administration over failing grade

A Fairfield University professor is suing a student who complained the professor gave him an unfair grade.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Fairfield-University-professor-sues-student-16352081.php

Police: Road rage incident led to gunfire on I-95 in Bridgeport

Connecticut State Police are still investigating a shooting on the highway last week following an apparent road rage incident.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Police-Road-rage-incident-led-to-gunfire-on-I-95-16351697.php

Liquor officials renew Bridgeport distillery’s permit despite opposition

The Bridgeport business faced stiff opposition from a council member and some neighbors.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Liquor-officials-renew-Bridgeport-distillery-s-16350439.php

Connecticut colleges and universities evaluating mask policies

In response to CDC guidance, mask policies at Connecticut colleges and universities could be put under review.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Connecticut-colleges-and-universities-evaluating-16350164.php

DeFilippo resigns Bridgeport council seat after arrest, controversial tenure

City Councilman Michael DeFilippo was indicted on multiple election fraud charges this week.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/DeFilippo-resigns-Bridgeport-council-seat-after-16349910.php

Officials: Fairfield home of CT’s largest spotted lanternfly population yet

The recent Southport discovery raises concerns of spread, posing threats to the state’s agriculture industry and half of its trees.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Officials-Fairfield-home-of-CT-s-largest-16349390.php

Neighbors pack Stratford zoning hearing for Little Pub

The Zoning Commission has 65 days to rule on the application.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Neighbors-pack-Stratford-zoning-hearing-for-16349215.php

Police: Bridgeport residents charged with shoplifting from Westfield Trumbull mall

Officials arrested Bridgeport residents Janet Gonzalez and Carlos Hernandez Tuesday, according to police.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Police-Bridgeport-residents-charged-with-16347642.php

Photos: Opening night at Hartford Healthcare Amphitheater

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/opening-night-hartford-healthcare-amphitheater-16347619.php

CT legislators will likely look into People’s United Bank layoffs

The chair of the legislative Banking Committee cautioned that those whose jobs are on the line should not get their hopes up that state officials can preserve those livelihoods.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/CT-legislators-will-likely-look-into-People-s-16347147.php

Ansonia mayor: Friend killed in Shelton motorcycle crash loved life

Mayor David Cassetti remembers his late friend as a down to earth person.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Ansonia-Mayor-David-Cassetti-remembers-late-16347106.php

Bridgeport councilman indicted on federal election fraud charges

Bridgeport City Councilman Michael DeFilippo has been indicted by a grand jury on charges related to his 2017-18 campaign.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Bridgeport-councilman-indicted-on-federal-16347087.php

Bridgeport PD: Convicted felons arrested with loaded gun in car

Two men, on probation for robbery convictions, were arrested after police said they found them in a car with a loaded handgun.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Bridgeport-PD-Convicted-felons-arrested-with-16347050.php

West Nile Virus now in seven Connecticut towns, signaling ‘major expansion’

The mosquito-borne illness West Nile Virus is picking up steam this season and residents are cautioned to protect themselves against mosquitoes.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/West-Nile-Virus-now-in-seven-Connecticut-towns-16346072.php

Stratford Republicans back Hoydick for re-election

The GOP heads into the November election with a 6-4 majority on the Town Council.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Stratford-Republicans-back-Hoydick-for-re-election-16345936.php

Fire officials: 1 seriously hurt in watercraft crash on Long Island Sound in Milford

One person was seriously injured in a personal watercraft collision near Cedar Beach in Milford Tuesday night, according to fire officials.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Fire-officials-1-seriously-hurt-in-watercraft-16346198.php

Police: Bear 211 put down after being hit by car in Easton

Officials say the bear, which had ear tags, was seriously hurt after being hit by the car and had to be put down.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Police-Bear-put-down-after-being-hit-by-car-in-16345356.php

Police: Officials investigating after body found in Naugatuck

Police asked those who have information to contact the police department.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Police-Officials-investigating-after-body-found-16344685.php

Fighter jet travels by barge through CT

The Douglas F4D Skycraft passed many Connecticut towns as it traveled down the Connecticut River, through the Long Island Sound, arriving in New York City Tuesday.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Fighter-jet-travels-by-barge-through-CT-16344081.php

CT labor officials probing five of restaurateur Vazzano’s businesses

The agency in March opened a case into The Original Vazzy’s following the owner’s arrest, then soon added four other restaurants.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/CT-labor-officials-probing-five-of-restaurateur-16344132.php

Stratford murder trial begins

The area’s first criminal jury trial since the pandemic, a Stratford murder trial, began Tuesday.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Stratford-murder-trial-begins-16343947.php

Ganim: Bridgeport pulling funds out of People’s United Bank

The mayor said his action was based on the bank’s decision to issue layoff notices to more than 600 workers in the city.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Ganim-Bridgeport-pulling-funds-out-of-People-s-16343887.php

Bridgeport-area families react to CDC guidance on masks in schools

The CDC recommended on Tuesday afternoon that K-12 students and staff wear masks, regardless of their vaccination status.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Bridgeport-area-families-react-to-CDC-guidance-on-16343852.php

Incentives, efficiency power Stratford development project

A new Starbucks coffee shop could also be in the works.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Incentives-efficiency-power-Stratford-16343720.php

Incumbents dominate Trumbull Democrats’ slate

Both parties have pledged to run a positive campaign.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Incumbents-dominate-Trumbull-Democrats-slate-16343648.php

Milford FD: Units responded to several incidents during Charles Island Music Festival

Firefighters responded to several incidents in the water during the second Charles Island Music Festival on Saturday.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Milford-FD-Units-responded-to-several-incidents-16343411.php

Fire officials: Van blaze that extended to Monroe home ruled accidental

Firefighters extinguished a van fire in the driveway of a Lynn Drive home Monday afternoon.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Fire-officials-Van-blaze-that-extended-to-Monroe-16343328.php

Police: Bridgeport furniture store owner sexually assaulted customers in basement

A local furniture store owner has been charged again after two more victims came forward claiming they were assaulted, police said.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Police-Bridgeport-furniture-store-owner-sexually-16342514.php

‘Robbed of his life’: Fundraiser created for Milford homicide victim Chaz Wright

Donors have raised thousands of dollars in one day to help support the family of Chaz Wright, who was killed in Milford over the weekend.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Robbed-of-his-life-Fundraiser-created-for-16342208.php

Police: Bridgeport men charged following incident at Westfield Trumbull mall

All of the men have court appearances scheduled for Aug. 6.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Police-Bridgeport-men-charged-following-incident-16341627.php

Hartford police: Woman in her 20s sent to hospital after shooting

The woman was “in stable condition” at the time of a release from Lt. Aaron Boisvert Monday evening.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Hartford-police-Woman-in-her-20s-sent-to-16341322.php

Southwest CT universities to receive $4.9 million for mental health workforce

Colleges and universities in Southwest Connecticut will receive $4.9 million in federal grants to strengthen the mental health professionals workforce.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Southwest-Connecticut-universities-to-receive-16341194.php

People’s United Bank layoffs seen as a ‘hit’ to downtown Bridgeport

The company announced 747 layoffs, including more than 600 in Bridgeport.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/People-s-United-Bank-layoffs-seen-as-a-16341127.php

Stratford man charged with beating, choking woman

The suspect was charged with beating and choking the woman in front of her children.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Stratford-man-charged-with-beating-choking-woman-16341053.php

Waterbury police identify weekend homicide victim

In a release Monday, police publicly identified New Haven resident Douglas Daniels as a homicide victim.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Waterbury-police-identify-weekend-homicide-victim-16340996.php

‘Don’t blame us’: Stratford’s Little Pub urges supporters to speak up amidst opposition

Despite complaints of unruly behavior, some neighbors have said that such issues are as old as the waterfront community itself.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Don-t-blame-us-Stratford-s-Little-Pub-16340887.php

Amid dreary COVID data, state focuses on vaccinating more young residents

Hospitalizations jumped to 108, the highest since May 28.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Amid-dreary-COVID-data-state-focuses-on-16340821.php

Gov. Ned Lamont, Yale University unveil CT student STEM challenge

New challenges will be unveiled Mondays, with students given until noon Sunday to turn in their submissions.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Gov-Ned-Lamont-Yale-University-unveil-CT-16340354.php

Fairfield police clarify ‘misinformation’ on social media

Police in Fairfield are clarifying what they call misinformation about recent incidents in town.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Fairfield-police-clarify-misinformation-on-16340192.php

State police: People transported to hospital after reported crash on I-91 northbound

Trooper Jerry Richardson said state police were dispatched to the incident around 9:30 p.m.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/State-police-People-transported-to-hospital-16339128.php

Dispatcher: Officials respond to incident in Canterbury and Weston roads area in Plainfield

Morey confirmed around 8:20 p.m. that units are on the scene.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Dispatcher-Officials-respond-to-incident-in-16339025.php

Officials investigate Saturday fatal crash in Southington

Police said in a release that 23-year-old Southington resident Anthony Ingala was pronounced dead at the scene of the one-vehicle crash.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Officials-investigate-Saturday-fatal-crash-in-16338829.php

Police: Several injured when boat hit break wall in Milford

Police did not say how severe the injures were in the crash.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Police-Several-injured-when-boat-hit-break-wall-16338440.php

Campbell: State residents face rent roulette

So what are Connecticut’s low-income/minimum-wage renters supposed to do?

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Campbell-State-residents-face-rent-roulette-16338365.php

Stratford’s Sterling House gets $2 million grant for repairs, restoration

The grant will be disbursed through the state’s Department of Economic and Community Development to the town of Stratford.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Stratford-s-Sterling-House-gets-2-million-16336372.php

New Bridgeport “wreck room” wants to be smashing success

“Aunt Spazz” owners offer space and items for venting frustration.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/New-Bridgeport-wreck-room-wants-to-be-16337080.php

Multiple CT state parks closed after hitting parking capacity limits

The parks closed included ones in Milford, Middletown, Madison and New Fairfield.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Multiple-CT-state-parks-closed-after-hitting-16337426.php

Blumenthal demands more info, may seek intervention on planned People’s United Bank layoffs

The U.S. Senator said he was alarmed by the proposed layoffs and is considering seeking federal and state intervention.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Blumenthal-demands-more-info-may-seek-16337321.php

‘They’ve gone through so much’: Fairfield restaurant closes after owner says he can’t find staff

Blue Cactus Grill’s Fairfield location recently closed, just one of many restaurants and small businesses officials say have struggled during the pandemic.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/They-ve-gone-through-so-much-Fairfield-16336348.php

Milford police respond to shooting on Housatonic Avenue

Shooting reported early Saturday is under investigation.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Milford-police-respond-to-shooting-on-Housatonic-16337174.php

Blight or a meadow? Bridgeport orders bulb company to mow garden

The owner of Colorblends wants Bridgeport to reconsider whether tall grass should be frowned upon.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Blight-or-a-meadow-Bridgeport-orders-bulb-16337076.php

Neighbors: Stratford’s Little Pub causing big problems

Little Pub’s owner wants to create “Seawall Park” on a 0.6-acre property across the street from the restaurant.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Neighbors-Stratford-s-Little-Pub-causing-big-16336323.php

Conservation group wants Fairfield to give back sand to protect Ash Creek

A new study suggests the sand spit on the Fairfield and Bridgeport line could disappear in 15 years, posing major threats to the area, the habitats and homes there.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Conservation-group-wants-Fairfield-to-give-back-16336203.php

Fairfield settles one lawsuit, offers firm $1 million compromise

The town of Fairfield settled a lawsuit and also wants an environmental firm to pay $1 million to settle a separate lawsuit in fill pile scandal.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Fairfield-settles-one-lawsuit-offers-firm-1-16336285.php

Officials: Pandemic won’t delay CT community college merger

In a report to its accreditation agency, Connecticut State Colleges and Universities outlined its recent progress toward a consolidated Connecticut State Community College.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Officials-Pandemic-won-t-delay-community-16336251.php

Trumbull residents sound off in anti-racism forum with U.S. Sen. Richard Blumenthal

The meeting comes months after the diversity and inclusion task force was effectively disbanded.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Trumbull-residents-sound-off-in-anti-racism-forum-16336265.php

Sacred Heart University will require COVID-19 vaccines after all

Sacred Heart University has mandated the COVID-19 vaccine for all students, faculty and staff ahead of this fall.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Sacred-Heart-University-will-require-COVID-19-16336272.php

Trumbull EMS students participate in emergency drill

The students participated in a simulated emergency to learn how to handle a crisis situation.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Trumbull-EMS-students-participate-in-emergency-16336120.php

Closing arguments heard in case against Bridgeport Acting Police Chief Rebeca Garcia

A judge is considering a lawsuit seeking to declare Rebeca Garcia’s appointment as Bridgeport assistant police chief invalid.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Closing-arguments-heard-in-case-against-16335811.php

Can $7 million in aid return commercial flight to Bridgeport’s Sikorsky Airport?

State officials Friday approved the funds to upgrade one of the airport’s two runways.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Can-7-million-in-aid-return-commercial-flight-to-16335398.php

DOT: Crash closes Nichols Avenue in Stratford

Route 108, Nichols Avenue, is closed in both directions between Quail and Lincoln streets after an accident.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/DOT-Crash-closes-Nichols-Avenue-in-Stratford-16335048.php

Officials: Blaze burns Ansonia multi-family home

Officials said heavy smoke and fire were coming from the three-story home on Jewett Street when crews arrived Thursday afternoon.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Officials-Blaze-burns-Ansonia-multi-family-home-16335080.php

Trumbull police: Bridgeport woman who was pulled from Pequonnock River dies

Police didn’t name the woman in a release Thursday night.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Trumbull-police-Bridgeport-woman-who-was-pulled-16334305.php

Police: Body of missing man found in Stratford

Police said Krystopher Whyte was reported missing on Monday and his body was found Thursday in the Housatonic River.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Police-Body-of-missing-man-found-in-Stratford-16334155.php

Bridgeport schools ask for input on how to spend federal funds

Bridgeport Public Schools shared its priorities for federal funds, and asked for input from families, educators and local non-profit leaders.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Bridgeport-schools-ask-for-input-on-how-to-spend-16333534.php

Police: Person wounded in Bridgeport shooting

“No further information on extent of injured,” an official said in an email.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Police-Person-wounded-in-Bridgeport-shooting-16333317.php

Ansonia Democrats will not challenge Cassetti in November

The party announced on July 20 that they will instead concentrate on the alderman races.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Ansonia-Democrats-will-not-challenge-Cassetti-in-16333045.php

CT state marshal charged with stealing more than $12,000 in collections ploy

Peter E. Karpovich, of Oxford faces charges of second-degree larceny as well as a “prohibited acts” ethics code violation.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/CT-state-marshal-charged-with-stealing-more-than-16333134.php

Stratford Democrats back Cann for mayor

It’s unclear whether the party will have a top-of-the-ticket primary prior to the November election.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Stratford-Democrats-back-Cann-for-mayor-16332621.php

Delta variant makes up 80 percent of CT COVID cases

Most of those hospitalized for COVID-19 are unvaccinated.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Delta-variant-makes-up-80-percent-of-CT-COVID-16332371.php

Hamton J. Pig, Beardsley Zoo’s Guinea hog, dies at 14

Hamton J. Pig reportedly died due to causes related to his advanced age

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Hamton-J-Pig-Beardsley-Zoo-s-Guinea-hog-dies-16332273.php

Prosecutors: Milford man pleads guilty to receiving child sexual abuse images

Authorities said the man’s tablet, seized during a search of his Milford home, had images and videos of child sexual abuse on it.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Prosecutors-Milford-man-pleads-guilty-to-16331986.php

Official: Motorcyclist ‘seriously injured,’ flown to hospital after car vs. motorcycle incident in Bristol

The incident happened around 5:48 p.m., according to Lt. Geoffrey Lund.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Official-Motorcyclist-seriously-injured-16331162.php

Questions raised over ex-Bridgeport chief Armando Perez’s certification

James Nardozzi has asked Connecticut’s policing standards council to further punish Bridgeport’s ex-top cop.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Questions-raised-over-ex-Bridgeport-chief-Armando-16330814.php

Proposed zoning changes expected to have big impact on Bridgeport

Officials, activists say the proposed changes will have a big impact on look and growth of Bridgeport.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Proposed-zoning-changes-expected-to-have-big-16330777.php

Feds: Stratford resident pleads guilty to charge in connection to drug trafficking operation

Nadyar Malaka pleaded guilty to conspiracy to possess with intent to distribute one kilogram or more of heroin Wednesday, federal prosecutors said in a release.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Feds-Stratford-resident-pleads-guilty-to-charge-16330791.php

State commission clears Fairfield election officials of irregularities

Town voting officials admit that saving $10,000 might have been ‘penny wise and pound foolish’ because of tabulator jams on Election Day.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/State-commission-clears-Fairfield-election-16330781.php

Bridgeport school board extends superintendent evaluation

A special meeting of the school board on Tuesday tackled the next phase of Bridgeport Superintendent Michael Testani’s first performance review.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Bridgeport-school-board-extends-superintendent-16330436.php

Developers make pitches for Stratford’s former Center School property

The property has stood vacant since the former school was demolished in late 2018.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Developers-make-pitches-for-Stratford-s-former-16330233.php

Ansonia’s East Main Street to become one-way

The process to make it a one way street will last 90 days.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Ansonia-s-East-Main-Street-to-become-one-way-16329244.php

Closing date set for auction of CT’s Penfield Reef Lighthouse

The online auction for the lighthouse, which began on June 21, has so far piqued the interest of two bidders.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Closing-date-set-for-auction-of-CT-s-Penfield-16329115.php

Police: Man firing gun out of Bridgeport home prompted neighborhood evacuation

Police said as officers got to the scene, they heard gunshots continuing to be fired from the residence.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Police-Man-firing-gun-out-of-Bridgeport-home-16328991.php

Health care workers who aren’t fingerprinted can keep jobs, but are barred from providing direct care

Employees in nursing homes, home health care, residential care homes, assisted living centers and other health care settings who were not fingerprinted as part of a state-required background check will be able to keep their jobs, but will be barred from providing direct care to patients until the mandate is fulfilled, the state Department of Public Health said Tuesday.

Gov. Ned Lamont suspended the order that workers in those sectors be fingerprinted when the pandemic hit Connecticut. Employees hired from March 23, 2020, to May 19, 2021, were able to start work without completing that leg of the background check. The requirement was waived to avoid further spread of COVID-19, officials have said.

The law is designed to shield nursing home residents and others from would-be staff who have histories of certain violent crimes.

The health department previously said that workers who did not get fingerprinted by Tuesday- when the waiver was set to expire — would be terminated. The deadline raised concerns among union leaders, who asked that it be postponed, and nursing home operators, who feared staffing shortages. About 7,500 people were hired while the waiver was in place and, as of Tuesday, about 630 still needed to be fingerprinted.

In a memo to health care providers, Acting Public Health Commissioner Deidre Gifford wrote that while the deadline would not be pushed back, staff who have not been fingerprinted could keep their jobs — but they are prohibited from providing “direct care access” services. The department defines direct care access as “physical access to a patient or resident of a long-term care facility that affords an individual the opportunity to commit abuse or neglect against or misappropriate the property of a patient or resident.”

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from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Health-care-workers-who-aren-t-fingerprinted-16328304.php

Hartford police: Man brought to hospital after Tuesday shooting

Police are asking people who have information about this case to call the tip line, 860-722-TIPS (8477).

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Hartford-police-Man-brought-to-hospital-after-16328253.php

CT Sen. Dennis Bradley, Bridgeport school board member Jessica Martinez get trial delay

Bradley’s attorney stated that he needed time to sort through the 69,951 pages the government produced in the case.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/CT-Sen-Dennis-Bradley-Bridgeport-school-board-16327327.php

Police: Bridgeport furniture store owner charged with sexual assault

Hennawi Salem was arrested Tuesday by members of the fugitive task force and Bridgeport police special victims unit on a charge of fourth-degree sexual assault.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Police-Bridgeport-furniture-store-owner-lured-16327238.php

Bridgeport residents named in indictment against Tekashi 6ix9ine’s security guards

DA Cyrus R. Vance Jr. announced the indictment Monday, charging all five individual with first-degree robbery, second-degree robbery and first-degree criminal impersonation.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Bridgeport-residents-named-in-indictment-against-16326762.php

Another $2 million awarded for Ansonia Copper and Brass facility

The money, which will come from state bonds, was announced a week after the city received $1 million to demolish the former Farrel Foundry.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Another-2-million-awarded-for-Ansonia-Copper-and-16326434.php

Bridgeport official: Police investigating fatal stabbing

City police are investigating a fatal stabbing on Whitney Avenue that happened around 3:30 a.m. Tuesday.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Bridgeport-official-Police-investigating-fatal-16326213.php

Hartford police: Man sent to hospital with gunshot wound

The man has a non-life-threatening injury, according to a release from Lt. Aaron Boisvert.

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Ceremony honors Grace Farms’ role in procuring PPE in pandemic early days

More than a year after a New Canaan non-profit used international and corporate relationships to secure two million pieces of PPE, Gov. Ned Lamont honors the organization during bill-signing ceremony.

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CT launches elder justice hotline to combat abuse and neglect

The hotline, which was announced by Attorney General William Tong and the Coalition for Elder Justice, will link elderly residents to resources and information to proactively reduce different kinds of abuse, including abandonment and financial exploitation.

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Stratford Ethics Commission throws out complaint against one of its own

The complaint said commission member Dave Mullane should be removed because he donated to local political candidates.

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Supreme Court upholds conviction in college student murder, dismemberment

The state Supreme Court has upheld the conviction of a Bridgeport nurse for the murder, dismemberment of a college student.

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Former soccer pro brings sport access to Bridgeport

Cesar A. Batalla School sees basketball court converted to multi-sport space.

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COVID positivity rate highest since May 13

Gov. Ned Lamont has so far said he does not plan to put in place any new restrictions in Connecticut.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/COVID-positivity-rate-highest-since-May-13-16324978.php

Officials: Cable with safety buoys snapped in Lake Housatonic

The Derby Dam Hydroelectric Project announced the cable break Sunday, urging extra caution in the area for the time being.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Officials-Cable-with-safety-buoys-snapped-in-16324068.php

Car crash causes ‘extensive damage’ to Ansonia home, fire officials say

A two-vehicle crash on Platt Street ended with an SUV crashing into a home, fire officials said.

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Officials: Fatal accident reported in Hartford

The accident occurred late Sunday afternoon.

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Photos: Milford sand sculpture contest’s in-person aspect was canceled, but people still showed up

The contest was changed last minute from in-person to virtual due to the weather forecast, but people still showed up on Walnut Beach to create their sculptures.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Photos-Milford-sand-sculpture-contest-s-16322897.php

Crews extinguish Shelton garage fire

The cause of the fire is under investigation, officials said.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Crews-extinguish-Shelton-garage-fire-16322598.php

Officials: Two hospitalized after Shelton crash, car fire

The crash was reported around 3:46 a.m. on River Road, officials said.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Two-hospitalized-after-Shelton-crash-car-fire-16322459.php

Stratford brewer signs lease for Milford facility

Athletic Brewing Co. recently completed a $50 million funding round.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Stratford-brewer-signs-lease-for-Milford-facility-16320369.php

Bridgeport program connects grads with colleges, careers

A new initiative in Bridgeport introduces recent high school graduates and non-graduates to career and higher education options.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Bridgeport-program-connects-recession-grads-16320406.php

Wake set for martial arts teacher killed in Bridgeport

Anyone with information about the crime is asked to call Det. Martin Heanue at 203-581-5242.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Wake-set-for-martial-arts-teacher-killed-in-16321375.php

New Haven fire displaces 10 residents

Firefighters responded to the call around 2:30 a.m. at 153 Pine St.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/New-Haven-fire-displaces-10-residents-16321314.php

Harwinton Fire Department respond to car, tractor-trailer collision

Officials said no one was seriously injured.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Harwinton-Fire-Department-respond-to-car-16321343.php

Flash flood watches continue for parts of CT

The watch is in effect until Sunday at 6 a.m., according to the National Weather Service.

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Trumbull pool shut down again for repairs

The pool at Hillcrest Middle School has suffered from numerous issues over the years, forcing residents and swim teams to use other facilities.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Trumbull-pool-shut-down-again-for-repairs-16320202.php

Bridgeport seeks suggestions for federal relief dollars

Bridgeport Public Schools to host a forum for public input on ARP ESSER funds.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Bridgeport-seeks-suggestions-for-federal-relief-16320441.php

Weekend forecast: Flash flood watches issued for parts of CT

The watch affects all of Fairfield county along with all of Litchfield, Hartford, Tolland and Windham counties, according to the National Weather Service.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Weekend-forecast-Flash-flood-watches-issued-for-16320785.php

Environmentalists call thicker Walmart plastic bags an attempt around new law

On July 1, CT banned plastic shopping bags, but state environmentalists say that giant retailer Walmart is dodging the spirit of the new law by giving shoppers thicker, free “reusable” bags.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Environmentalists-call-thicker-Walmart-plastic-16320498.php

Former Trumbull cop charged with second sex assault

A former Trumbull cop, on probation for sexual assault, was charged with a new sex assault case.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Former-Trumbull-cop-charged-with-second-sex-16320311.php

‘The people are coming’ : Third phase of Bridgeport development begins

Total costs for the project when completed will be about $170 million.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/The-people-are-coming-Third-phase-of-16320131.php

First selectwoman: Former Fairfield CFO cost town millions

Fairfield’s first selectwoman and a state prosecutor claim the town’s former CFO conspired with other town officials in fill pile scandal.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/First-selectwoman-Former-Fairfield-CFO-cost-town-16319995.php

Milford police: Officer rescues person from chest-deep water

A city police officer waded into Mondo Pond to rescue a suicidal individual late Wednesday, according to police.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Milford-police-Officer-rescues-person-from-16319819.php

Fairfield teens return to the stage this summer with three shows

Fairfield Teen Theatre is returning this summer to celebrate its 45th anniversary with three productions: “Curtains young@part,” “Peter Pan Jr.” and “School of Rock the Musical.”

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Fairfield-teens-return-to-the-stage-this-summer-16319653.php

‘To know Eli, was to love Eli’: Fundraiser created for Trumbull teen killed in crash

A fundraising campaign was launched Thursday to help cover funeral costs for the 17-year-old killed in a crash on Old Town Road Wednesday.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/To-know-Eli-was-to-love-Eli-Fundraiser-16319654.php

Bridgeport police clear home after call for barricaded person

An individual who prompted what police believed was a barricaded incident at a Livingston Place home actually fled before they arrived.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Bridgeport-police-clear-home-after-call-for-16319386.php

‘Our way of saying thank you’ - Hospital donates armory upgrades to Ansonia

Griffin Hospital, which vaccinated more than 7,000 people at the Ansonia Armory, has offered to upgrade the building as a thank you to the city.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Our-way-of-saying-thank-you-Hospital-16319238.php

Shelton police: Bridgeport teen assaulted pregnant woman, threatened people with gun

Police said the 18-year-old assaulted a pregnant woman, fled when officers arrived and then returned with a gun and threatened residents of the Shelton home Thursday night.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Shelton-police-Bridgeport-teen-assaulted-16319099.php

Police: Westport man charged with sexual assault

The attorney for a Westport man charged in a sexual assault case says his client is “completely innocent” of the charges.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Police-Westport-man-charged-with-sexual-assault-16319168.php

Bridgeport police: Man confessed to retaliation killing of Ansonia resident

The Bridgeport man was taken into custody Thursday night and is being held on $1 million bond.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Bridgeport-police-Man-confessed-to-retaliation-16318961.php

Police: Third man arrested in connection with 2019 Ansonia shooting

A 22-year-old Ansonia man was taken into custody Tuesday in connection with the shooting.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Police-Third-man-arrested-in-connection-with-16318902.php

Bishop: Roman Catholic Diocese of Norwich files bankruptcy petition

The diocese is facing lawsuits “relating to abuse alleged to have occurred at the Mount Saint John School,” according to a message from Bishop Michael Cote.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Bishop-Roman-Catholic-Diocese-of-Norwich-files-16318399.php

Police ID teenager who died after Wednesday crash in Trumbull

Police publicly identified him in a release Thursday as Bridgeport resident Elijah Page.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Police-ID-teenager-who-died-after-Wednesday-crash-16318253.php

Bridgeport rehires two cops who quit from Norwalk

Two former Bridgeport police officers, who quit after one day in Norwalk, are back on the Bridgeport Police Department.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Bridgeport-rehires-two-cops-who-quit-from-Norwalk-16317955.php

Man charged with raping 12-year-old girl

A Bridgeport man has been charged with raping a 12-year-old girl.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Man-charged-with-raping-12-year-old-girl-16317658.php

Bridgeport to offer free concert, fireworks Labor Day weekend

The events are part of the “BPT 200” celebration marking the city’s bicentennial.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Bridgeport-to-offer-free-concert-fireworks-Labor-16317614.php

State management employees to get 7.5 percent raises

Non-unionized managers will receive a one-time bonus of $2,000 and 7.5% in wage increases, including a 3.5% cost-of-living increase and up to 4% annual increments.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/State-management-employees-to-get-7-5-percent-16317398.php

Bridgeport police ID Rennell Court homicide victim

Bridgeport police on Thursday identified the homicide victim as 27-year-old Javier Flores.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Bridgeport-police-ID-Rennell-Court-homicide-victim-16317328.php

Police: Man charged with attempted murder in Bridgeport

A man was taken into custody after weeks on the run in connection with a May daytime shooting.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Police-Man-charged-with-attempted-murder-in-16317331.php

‘The bridge between community and food’: Bridgeport farmers markets open for season

Local farmers markets increase access to healthy, local fruits and vegetables.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/The-bridge-between-community-and-food-16317033.php

Police: 2 grazed by bullets to the head near Bridgeport gas station

Two people walked into the emergency room of a city hospital with non-life-threatening injuries tied to a shooting Wednesday night.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Police-2-grazed-by-bullets-to-the-head-near-16316644.php

CT craft beer industry getting a tax break

Gov. Ned Lamont chose to visit Thomas Hooker Brewery, located in a warehouse in Bloomfield, Wednesday to highlight a 16.7 percent tax reduction for Connecticut brewers included in the new state budget, which went into effect July 1.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/CT-craft-beer-industry-getting-a-tax-break-16315466.php

Officials: Bat in Bridgeport home tests positive for rabies

The city asked residents to call animal control if they see a bat at home, and report unusual animal behavior.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Officials-Bat-in-Bridgeport-home-tests-positive-16315335.php

Hoydick builds lead in Stratford mayoral fundraising race

The mayor had more than $80,000 on hand as of July 10.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Hoydick-builds-lead-in-Stratford-mayoral-16315130.php

Stratford police seek witnesses after park shooting, ‘ghost gun’ confrontation

A video shared by police shows screaming children running from gunfire in High Park.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Stratford-police-seek-witnesses-after-park-16314766.php

General Assembly extends Lamont’s pandemic powers to Sept. 30

No Republican supported the extension, with many arguing there’s no longer a public health threat.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/General-Assembly-extends-Lamont-s-pandemic-16314524.php

Beardsley Zoo in Bridgeport welcomes baby anteater

For the third time since 2016, a baby giant anteater has been born at Connecticut’s Beardsley Zoo in Bridgeport.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Beardsley-Zoo-in-Bridgeport-welcomes-baby-anteater-16314519.php

Bridgeport police highlight social service partnerships in sparsely attended online forum

Law enforcement showcased its relationships with community partners on Tuesday evening.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Bridgeport-police-highlight-social-service-16314490.php

Bridgeport teens charged in connection with shooting at housing project

Three Bridgeport teenagers were arrested after police said they shot up a housing project Monday night.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Bridgeport-teens-charged-in-connection-with-16314416.php

Police: Crash closes part of Old Town Road in Trumbull

Trumbull police have shut down a stretch of Old Town Road as officers investigate an accident Wednesday morning.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Police-Crash-closes-part-of-Old-Town-Road-in-16313441.php

Hartford police: Man wounded by gunshot

Police ask that those who have information call the department’s tip line, 860-722-TIPS (8477).

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Hartford-police-Man-wounded-by-gunshot-16312987.php

Judge delays ruling against former Fairfield CFO

A judge delayed ruling on whether a former Fairfield officials should get probation in the waste scandal investigation after new allegations by a prosecutor.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Judge-delays-ruling-against-former-Fairfield-CFO-16312917.php

Ansonia police seeks help from the public to find ‘missing/endangered’ 15-year-old

Police ask those who have seen her or have information call local police at 203-735-1885 or leave a tip via Tip411.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Ansonia-police-seeks-help-from-the-public-to-find-16312895.php

DEEP: Swimming areas closed at some CT state parks

Swimming areas at some Connecticut state parks have closed as further water testing is completed, according to a state Department of Energy and Environmental Protection water quality report.

Swimming areas at Rocky Neck State Park and Wharton Brook State Park are both closed and anticipated to undergo retesting Wednesday and have results Thursday, the report said. Gay City State Park’s swimming area also has closed; water results are anticipated for Wednesday after Tuesday’s retesting, according to the report.

Department staff take samples of water at swimming areas as well as beaches at state parks each week, which are then tested for “certain indicator bacteria,” the report said.

“Indicator bacteria are not disease-causing pathogens but are one of the tools used by public health and environmental protection authorities to evaluate the potential for contamination of waterbodies,” the report notes.

The report also said that storm damage has closed Wadsworth Falls State Park, and maintenance has closed Mashamoquet Brook State Park’s swim area.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/DEEP-Swimming-areas-closed-at-some-CT-state-parks-16312673.php

Mobile COVID vaccine clinic that helped state’s vulnerable has closed

In March, FEMA and the state opened the clinic, which circulated to spots in Bridgeport, New Haven, Hartford and beyond.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Mobile-COVID-vaccine-clinic-that-helped-state-s-16312294.php

Bridgeport teens jump-start careers in graphic design

The high school students began a free summer course in graphic design at Sacred Heart.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Bridgeport-teens-jump-start-careers-in-graphic-16312251.php

Klarides spends $57k so far on gubernatorial bid

Klarides paid $12,000 in consulting fees to Sebastian Rougement, who served in several roles in former President Donald Trump’s presidential campaigns.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Klarides-spends-57k-so-far-on-gubernatorial-bid-16311723.php

Police: Ansonia man dead after late-night Bridgeport shooting

A 27-year-old Ansonia man died Tuesday morning after a shooting late Monday night, police said.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Police-Ansonia-man-dead-after-late-night-16311196.php

Feds: Bridgeport gang member pleads guilty in mistaken identity homicide

A Bridgeport man involved in the 2018 killing of Len Allen Smith pleaded guilty to federal charges on Monday, prosecutors said.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Feds-Bridgeport-gang-member-pleads-guilty-in-16310793.php

Police: Person charged with first-degree murder in fatal shooting of Waterbury resident

Officials have identified Waterbury resident Devante Echols as the victim of a shooting Saturday on Bronson Street.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Police-Person-charged-with-first-degree-murder-16310357.php

State employees fighting Lamont’s order to return to office

SEBAC’s lawsuit argues that Lamont “violated, ignored and effectively abrogated” the telework agreement with the union.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/State-employees-fighting-Lamont-s-order-to-16310268.php

Bridgeport man arraigned in fatal shooting of ‘best friend’

A Bridgeport man, who claims he accidentally fatally shot his best friend, was arraigned on manslaughter charges.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Bridgeport-man-arraigned-in-fatal-shooting-of-16309694.php

Bridgeport to begin summer-long road project

The process will start on Wednesday in the South End and run through September in the North End.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Bridgeport-to-begin-summer-long-road-project-16309534.php

Bridgeport Hospital creates special meal program for those at risk of frequent hospitalizations

The program is a two-month trial and was launched in late June.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Bridgeport-Hospital-creates-special-meal-program-16309137.php

Housatonic Community College professor retires after 51 years

Professor Edward Keane’s tenure spanned almost the entirety of the college’s existence.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Longtime-Housatonic-Community-College-professor-16308885.php

Photos: Puerto Rican Day Parade in Bridgeport returns after COVID

The event was a more modest, scaled down version.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Photos-Puerto-Rican-Day-Parade-in-Bridgeport-16308581.php

‘I’m very excited, I’m very happy’: Italy wins Euro 2020 final

It was a lively scene at Milford Sports Pub and Grill Sunday afternoon into the early evening as the Euro 2020 final waged on.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/I-m-very-excited-I-m-very-happy-Italy-16307861.php

Police: One killed, one injured in Bridgeport shooting

The wounded victim is expected to survive, police said.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Police-One-killed-one-injured-in-Bridgeport-16307178.php

Police: Alcohol compliance check in Bridgeport leads to 3.5 pound cocaine seizure

Michael Vegas, the manager of the M & S Grocery and Deli, was charged with operating a drug factory, illegal possession of explosives, and possession with intent to sell over 1/2 ounce of cocaine, police said.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Police-Alcohol-compliance-check-in-Bridgeport-16307108.php

Photos: Beatles-themed festival heads to Ansonia

The festival was held this year at Nolan Field in Ansonia.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Photos-Beatles-themed-festival-heads-to-Ansonia-16306542.php

Bridgeport closes beach waters until tested completed following Tropical Storm Elsa

Bridgeport closes several beach areas in need of water testing in the wake of Tropical Storm Elsa.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Bridgeport-closes-beach-waters-until-tested-16306151.php

Bridgeport seeks state accreditation for police force

Advocates say the designation improves professionalism, holds the department more accountable.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Bridgeport-seeks-state-accreditation-for-police-16305134.php

Officials: Avoid swimming in some parts of CT after Elsa

The affected areas include the Quinnipiac River and areas in and around Bridgeport, Hartford, Wallingford, Norwalk, Norwich, and the greater New Haven area.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Officials-Avoid-swimming-in-some-parts-of-CT-16305341.php

Police: Bridgeport man surrenders in fatal shooting

Giovanni Ramos surrendered to police Friday morning, Bridgeport police said in a news release later that day.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Police-Bridgeport-man-surrenders-in-fatal-16305171.php

The delta variant is in CT, but low numbers are making it hard to track

The strain, first detected in India, is thought to be about 60 percent more infectious than the Alpha strain first found in the U.K.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/The-delta-variant-is-in-CT-but-low-numbers-are-16305077.php

Quilt tour will advocate clemency for women in prison

An advocacy group is holding a quilt tour to promote the release of women from state prisons.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Quilt-tour-will-advocate-clemency-for-women-in-16304838.php

How much rain did Elsa bring to CT communities?

As the rains gave way to sunny skies in the afternoon, some communities reported more than four inches of rainfall over the last twelve hours.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/How-much-rain-did-Elsa-bring-to-CT-16304774.php

Elsa drenches CT, causing heavy flooding; power for more than 13,000 restored

Despite fears the storm could produce hundreds of thousands of power outages reminiscent of Tropical Storm Isaias the year before, the bulk of the storm skirted the eastern side of the state.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Elsa-drenches-CT-causing-heavy-flooding-power-16304676.php

Artist designs posters to celebrate Fairfield’s reopening

To commemorate the end of pandemic restrictions, town officials nabbed local artist, Paul Siegel, to create four iconic images.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Artist-designs-posters-to-celebrate-Fairfield-s-16304655.php

CDC recommends no masks for vaccinated in schools

The agency added some exceptions and also noted there may be instances where schools may decide to mandate mask-wearing anyway.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/CDC-recommends-no-masks-for-vaccinated-in-schools-16303997.php

Tropical storm brings heavy rain, flooding to greater Bridgeport

Tropical storm Elsa closed roads and delayed local services throughout the area.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Tropical-storm-brings-heavy-rain-flooding-to-16303835.php

Shelton police: Health inspector groped waitress during inspection

Police say a server at a Shelton restaurant reported the man touched her and made unwanted advances during a routine inspection.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Shelton-police-Health-inspector-groped-waitress-16303467.php

Bridgeport Police seek information on person accused of attacking a woman

Police said in a release that the person is thinly built, and could be “in his early 20s.”

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Bridgeport-Police-seek-information-on-person-16302716.php

NWS: Severe thunderstorm watch in place in CT

The watch — which is expected to last until 9 p.m. — includes parts of Fairfield, Middlesex, Tolland, Hartford, New Haven, Windham, Litchfield and New London counties, NWS said.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/NWS-Severe-thunderstorm-watch-in-place-in-CT-16301855.php

10 displaced by Bridgeport blaze

Firefighters responded to a Pearl Street blaze shortly before 1 p.m. Thursday and found a working fire.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/10-displaced-by-Bridgeport-blaze-16301513.php

Ansonia police urge caution after bear sighting

Ansonia police said there was a bear sighting in the area of Rockwood Avenue and Granite Terrace.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Ansonia-police-urge-caution-after-bear-sighting-16300770.php

‘Such a big issue’: Fairfield detective honored for work with domestic and sexual violence

The Center for Family Justice recognized Fairfield Police Detective Kerry Dalling for her work in investigating and helping survivors of domestic and sexual violence.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Such-a-big-issue-Fairfield-detective-16299189.php

DOT: Section of I-91 southbound closed due to crash, tractor trailer fire

The road closure is between Exit 15 and Exit 14 due to the incident, which was reported a few minutes before 8 p.m., according to the state Department of Transportation.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/DOT-Section-of-I-91-southbound-closed-due-to-16299835.php

CT lawmakers pledge to tackle juvenile crime

Connecticut, like many states across the country, has seen an increase in car thefts since the start of the coronavirus pandemic.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/CT-lawmakers-pledge-to-tackle-juvenile-crime-16299645.php

Brothers presented Carnegie Medals for ice rescue in Fairfield

Jonathan and Matthew Goldfarb, were among 18 individuals receiving the Carnegie Medal, awarded to those who put themselves in mortal danger to save, or try to save, others.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Brothers-presented-Carnegie-Medals-for-ice-rescue-16299598.php

Hartford Police: Teenager sent to hospital with gunshot wound

“It is unknown at this time what led up to the shooting,” police said.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Hartford-Police-Teenager-sent-to-hospital-with-16299292.php

Monroe police: Newtown man showed gun during road rage incident on Route 25

A Newtown man was charged after allegedly showing a gun during a road rage incident in Monroe.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Monroe-police-Newtown-man-showed-gun-during-road-16298298.php

Wires down after utility pole crash on Route 111 in Monroe

Route 111 through Monroe is closed at East Village Road after a vehicle collided with a pole.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Wires-down-after-utility-pole-crash-on-Route-111-16298343.php

More 'modest' Puerto Rican Day Parade returns to Bridgeport

The event will honor healthcare workers and also provide coronavirus vaccinations.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/More-modest-Puerto-Rican-Day-Parade-returns-16298152.php

Bridgeport PD: Pedestrian, 60, in critical condition after hit-and-run

A pedestrian suffered life-threatening injuries after being hit by a driver on East Main Street Tuesday.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Bridgeport-PD-Pedestrian-60-in-critical-16298052.php

Feds: Bridgeport gang member pleads guilty to charge stemming from 2018 homicide

The charge stems from the August 2018 shooting death of Len Allen Smith on the city’s East End, prosecutors said.

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Police: Bridgeport man, his dog shot on Trumbull Avenue

A man and his dog were shot inside their home on Trumbull Avenue on Monday night, police said.

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Meriden police: Man returned to custody after fleeing U.S. corrections official

Police said there was a “fully extraditable warrant out of the state of Florida” for 23-year-old Dasmel Moore.

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Photos: Stratford concert series gets into the ‘swing’ of things

Red Hots performed in the Stratford summer concert series’ latest show.

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Lamont signs resiliency bill, but legislature balked on regional climate agreement

On a beach in an affluent Long Island Sound community, Gov. Lamont says a failed regional climate bill ‘will come back again.’

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Officials: Multiple people sent to hospitals after Berlin crash

Police said “the mechanics of the crash” were still being investigated.

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Stratford’s mayor will get a 12 percent raise next year

The position now pays $110,000 and that salary would increase to more than $122,000.

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As concern over Delta variant grows, Lamont says CT will stay the course

Experts think the Delta variant could be twice as transmissible as the original coronavirus strain.

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Police: Bridgeport man wounded by gunfire

Mario Cruz, 37, was wounded by gunshot Tuesday and arrested, according to police.

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Feds: Bridgeport man faces up to 10 years in prison on gun offense

A Bridgeport man pleaded guilty to a federal gun offense last week and faces up to 10 years in prison, prosecutors said.

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T-shirts, hats, jackets: A look at how candidates running unopposed spend taxpayer money

In most cases, lawmakers who took public funds returned surpluses. Others gave leftover funds to employees or spent on swag like campaign clothes.

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Lamont launches website on recreational marijuana

The state has launched a cannabis website giving people everything they need to know about it since the approval of its use recreationally.

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Bridgeport’s efforts to recruit police officers follows national trend

The city has received less than half the number of candidates as it did for its Police Department recruitment drive just six years ago.

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Bridgeport police to host session on local community resources

The forum is part of a larger push to strengthen relationships between Bridgeport residents and the police.

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Greater Bridgeport Symphony conductor Eric Jacobsen adds new gig in Virginia

The Bridgeport conductor was recently named musical director for the Virginia Symphony Orchestra.

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Parts of CT potentially in Tropical Storm Elsa’s track

Sections of the state including Stamford, Bridgeport, New Haven, New London and Norwich are included in the potential track area, an interactive map showed.

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Thousands of CT children are considered homeless. Will the eviction ban expiration worsen the situation?

Connecticut has lifted its eviction moratorium, raising concerns for the state’s nearly 5,000 school-aged children who are unstably housed or already homeless.

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Bridgeport officer hospitalized after crash

The officer was not immediately identified.

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City mourns former Derby fire chief, teacher, police officer

James Butler was a “supporter of all things Derby, a loyal patron of the arts, and a fierce advocate for firefighters,” officials said.

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Trumbull to host July 4 Declaration of Independence reading

This year will be the 10-year-anniversary of the event, which has grown from a small circle of friends to an annual event attended by hundreds.

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Bridgeport gets developer for The Greenes, but tenants “in limbo”

Over two years since officials proposed redeveloping the low-income housing site, much remains the same.

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Community college offers suicide prevention training

Housatonic Community College is providing suicide prevention training to community college educators and administrators throughout Connecticut.

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Campbell: Finding common ground over a laugh in line

I told him I could still be his friend, but if he preferred, I’d fight him but only if he would tie one arm behind his back.

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Former Derby mayor sues city over retirement fund

A former mayor of Derby claims the city transferred management of the retirement plan without his authority.

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New award named for Conn. freedom of information advocate

The Mitchell W. Pearlman Freedom of Information Award will be given annually to public officials, journalists or members of the public.

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Derby-Shelton firework show postponed due to weather

The show has been postponed until July 9.

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Trumbull groups partner to help teens help their peers

TPAUD director Melissa McGarry says teens are uniquely positioned to help their peers.

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Feds: Man pleads guilty in $86,000 Conn. glass-eel smuggling case

King Sheung Chan, who also went by “Nelson,” pleaded guilty in Bridgeport federal court to one count of attempted smuggling of glass eels, the office said.

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‘Independence Day’ lights up for Connecticut cannabis celebrants

On the day of full legalization of marijuana for those 21 and over, a celebration breaks out in a Hamden parking lot.

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Lamont orders new protections for tenants

The Biden administration has directed states to require landlords to apply for rental assistance before filing an eviction notice over nonpayment of rent.

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Police: State troopers find cocaine in landscaper’s truck

Police said state troopers arrested a local landscaper after they found more than two pounds of cocaine in his truck.

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Data: CT vaccinations fall to their lowest point since early January

For the week ending June 26, 43,591 doses were administered statewide. The number represents a decline of almost 30 percent from the week before.

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Fire officials: Occupants escape Benz Street blaze in Ansonia

Units from Ansonia and nearby areas battled a Benz Street fire for hours early Thursday.

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Bridgeport school board begins superintendent evaluation

Bridgeport school board started Superintendent Michael Testani’s performance review on Wednesday.

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As CT legalizes marijuana, MA dispensaries ready for extra business

As Connecticut won’t offer recreational marijuana sales until late 2022, Massachusetts dispensaries will be the closest option to buy legal cannabis.

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Derby mayor will seek third term

Derby mayor Rich Dziekan will face off against Democrat Joseph DiMartino.

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Stratford fireworks postponed to next week

With rain in the forecast for July 1 and July 2, the town of Stratford has postponed its annual fireworks show at Short Beach.

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How greater Bridgeport, the Naugatuck Valley are handling marijuana legalization

Some have yet to figure out what regulations make sense for their community, but worry about the impact on policing and low-income neighborhoods.

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Feds charge Bridgeport man with child exploitation offenses

The Bridgeport man was arrested Wednesday on a federal criminal complaint charging him with multiple offenses, officials said.

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Feds: Bridgeport man who stole dead dad’s Social Security benefits sentenced

The Bridgeport man will serve one year and one day in federal prison for the crime, prosecutors announced Wednesday.

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Police: Man, 22, fatally shot in Bridgeport

Police responding to a report of a person shot found the victim unresponsive in a second-floor apartment on Howard Avenue.

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Official: Person robbed, stabbed near Bridgeport train station

Officials said the incident happened shortly after midnight on Thursday, with the victim being robbed and stabbed.

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