Bridgeport PD: Person shot, seemingly on Boston Avenue

The wounded individual arrived at Bridgeport Hospital around 12:28 a.m., police said.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Bridgeport-PD-Person-shot-seemingly-on-Boston-17138702.php

Monroe family raising funds, medical supplies for war in Ukraine

A Ukrainian family in Monroe is gathering supplies and fundraising for relief efforts in Ukraine.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Monroe-family-raising-funds-medical-supplies-for-17137325.php

Sacred Heart launches mentorship program for business students

As part of the program, Sacred Heart will partner with SCORE, a nationwide business mentorship program with a branch in Fairfield.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Sacred-Heart-launches-mentorship-program-for-17137700.php

Stratford council member seeks 120th District seat in state House

Dancho, the District 10 Republican, said she has a “common sense outlook” that can help her work “in a bipartisan way.”

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Stratford-council-member-seeks-120th-District-17137599.php

Potential candidate for Bridgeport’s top lawyer takes Norwalk job

City Council members are frustrated to lose Tyisha Toms, an associate city attorney.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Potential-candidate-for-Bridgeport-s-top-lawyer-17137301.php

Low commercial real estate stock in Stratford a ‘barrier to entry,’ some say

While industrial warehouse and small-scale retail spaces are in short supply, the market for office space is where there is the most availability, according to Steve Hodson, president of Hodson Realty, Inc.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Low-commercial-real-estate-stock-in-Stratford-a-17137270.php

State Senate votes to make Connecticut a possible abortion ‘refuge’

Several Black Democrats in the CT Senate opposed an expanded reproduction-rights bill, citing generations of racism in the medical profession.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/State-Senate-to-vote-on-making-Connecticut-a-17138198.php

Milford man charged with attempted assault after day-long standoff with police earlier this month

Police charged the man with attempted assault and other offenses after a day-long standoff with officers earlier this month.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Milford-man-charged-with-attempted-assault-after-17137937.php

Police identify man killed in Bridgeport shooting

Police said the victim was 35-year-old Michael John Bernardo III. He had ties to the local area as well as Port Saint Lucie Florida.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Police-identify-man-killed-in-Bridgeport-shooting-17136216.php

New Canaan cop arrested on explosives, weapons charges, prosecutor says

A New Canaan police officer was charged Thursday with explosive and weapons charges following a search of his Stratford home, the state’s attorney said.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/New-Canaan-cop-arrested-on-explosive-weapons-17135157.php

Stamford Hospital to appeal $12.5 million malpractice verdict

Stamford Hospital officials said they will appeal a $12.5 million verdict handed down by a Bridgeport jury in a malpractice case.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Stamford-Hospital-appeals-12-5-million-17134294.php

Bridgeport police: Person shot on Newfield Avenue

Police said they were at the scene as of 1:20 p.m. investigating a person that was shot.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Bridgeport-police-Person-shot-on-Newfield-Avenue-17134418.php

Fairfield man accused of tirade at smoothie shop gets probation

The Fairfield man, accused of yelling at and throwing a drink at the teenage employees of a smoothie shop over a drink they made for his son, has gotten a pretrial probation program.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Fairfield-man-accused-of-tirade-at-smoothie-shop-17134040.php

Hamden man faces up to three years for fatal 2018 Ansonia crash

The crash killed 78-year-old Garrett Dalton, of Ansonia.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Hamden-man-faces-up-to-three-years-for-fatal-2018-17133536.php

Bridgeport holds parade for 6-year-old boy burned by fireball as fundraising efforts surpass $300K

Bridgeport Mayor Joe Ganim and first responders will hold a parade Thursday to show support for 6-year-old Dominick Krankall, who was badly burned last weekend.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Bridgeport-holds-parade-for-6-year-old-boy-burned-17133329.php

Stamford Hospital ordered to pay Westport man’s family $12.5M in malpractice case

Bridgeport jury orders Stamford Hospital to pay $12.5 million for Westport man’s death.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Stamford-Hospital-ordered-to-pay-Westport-man-s-17131326.php

Two months after chunk of concrete fell, unclear when Trumbull mall garage will be fixed

The incident, which took place Feb. 13, created a hole in the upper deck of the garage.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Two-months-after-chunk-of-concrete-fell-unclear-17131085.php

Stratford residents seek more school funding in town budget

Stratford residents voiced concern with the town’s proposed budget figure for the Board of Education.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Stratford-residents-seek-more-school-funding-in-17130989.php

Bridgeport Diocese, Fairfield U. may fight for North End college

The city on Friday issued a legal opinion that the project is not allowed under zoning regulations.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Bridgeport-Diocese-Fairfield-U-may-fight-for-17130541.php

Bridgeport boy, 6, suffers serious burns after hit with fireball, sister says

The family of a 6-year-old Bridgeport boy says he suffered serious burns when he was hit by a ball doused in gasoline and set on fire.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Bridgeport-boy-6-suffers-serious-burns-after-17130392.php

Police: Activity at Stratford beach part of larger probe into ‘suspicious or hazardous materials’

State and Stratford police said the activity at the beach Tuesday “was part of a larger in-progress investigation.”

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Police-Activity-at-Stratford-beach-part-of-17130082.php

Bridgeport officials, firefighters’ union ‘at an impasse’ over contract

Entering into arbitration means the sides agree to have an independent third party adjudicate the contract based on their last, best offers — a process that can be time-consuming and costly.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Bridgeport-officials-firefighters-union-at-17128630.php

Beardsley zoo’s cow headed for makeover

The zoo has had the cow for roughly 40 years, and the zoo director said he’s not sure of her exact age, as she came to them from the now-defunct Danbury State Fair.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Beardsley-zoo-s-cow-headed-for-makeover-17128675.php

Black Rock institution Taco Loco closing its doors Friday

Miguel and Rosemarie Tomasio first opened the restaurant in 1982.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Black-Rock-institution-Taco-Loco-closing-its-17128563.php

Bridgeport is down another deputy police chief role after recent retirement

The Police Department, which had four deputy chiefs when Anthony Armeno was promoted, is now down to just one deputy chief.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Bridgeport-is-down-another-deputy-police-chief-17127897.php

Child suffers burns after kids played with gasoline and fire in Bridgeport, official says

A group of four children were playing with fire and gasoline while left unattended on Louisiana Avenue Sunday afternoon, a Bridgeport official said.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Child-suffers-burns-after-kids-played-with-17127801.php

Deliberations continue in 2018 Bridgeport killing of Emily Todd

In addition to murder, Brandon Roberts is also charged with felony murder, first-degree robbery and carrying a pistol without a permit.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Deliberations-continue-in-2018-Bridgeport-killing-17127026.php

Stratford Democrat steps in to challenge Kelly for state Senate

The 21st District includes parts of Stratford, Monroe, Seymour and Shelton.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Stratford-Democrat-steps-in-to-challenge-Kelly-17125913.php

Police: Ansonia man charged after hitting person, fleeing officers

An Ansonia man was charged in a July 2021 crash where he fled from police and crashed into a pedestrian and another car.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Police-Ansonia-man-charged-after-hitting-person-17125698.php

Court: NY drug conviction no barrier to Stratford man’s gun permit

The Connecticut Supreme Court ruled a Stratford man can get a gun permit despite a New York criminal conviction.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Court-NY-drug-conviction-no-barrier-to-Stratford-17125554.php

Jury deliberations could begin today in killing of Bethel woman

Lawyers are scheduled to deliver their closing arguments Monday before the the judge gives jurors instructions.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Jury-deliberations-could-begin-today-in-killing-17124404.php

Shelton developer bringing 55+ housing to city

The Crossroads, a 55 and older active adult community, is the first such development built in the city since the 1970s, according to the developer.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Shelton-developer-bringing-55-housing-to-city-17123392.php

For Bridgeport-area businesses, the Hispanic Chamber speaks their language

The organization was founded in 1972 and has historically advocated for Latino businesses.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/For-Bridgeport-area-businesses-the-Hispanic-17123547.php

Shelton residents oppose zone change for farm

The proposed amendment states that farmland with 10 acres or more may have a building to sell produce, packaged meat and poultry.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Shelton-residents-oppose-zone-change-for-farm-17122253.php

Brush fire burned 45 acres of marshland near Sikorsky Airport in Stratford

A 45-acre brush fire in Stratford broke out on Friday

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Brush-fire-burned-45-acres-of-marshland-near-17122142.php

Two stabbed in separate incidents in Bridgeport, police say

The first stabbing took place on Bryant Street, while the second occurred near State Street and Iranistan Avenue. Both injuries were not life-threatening, police said.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Two-stabbed-in-separate-incidents-in-Bridgeport-17121617.php

Stratford officials oppose airport eminent domain bill

A state House of Representatives bill that would give the Connecticut Airport Authority authority over eminent domain does not have the support of Stratford’s delegation.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Stratford-officials-oppose-airport-eminent-domain-17121058.php

Stratford restaurant week is coming, here’s what to look for

There are over 25 participating eateries and businesses offering discounts and special menus from April 24 to April 30.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Stratford-restaurant-week-is-coming-here-s-17120558.php

Bridgeport changes course on Fairfield U college in North End

Bridgeport law department reverses course, blocks Fairfield U college

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Fate-of-Fairfield-U-plan-for-Bridgeport-college-17120484.php

$1M for a restroom? Bridgeport rethinking park toilet upgrades.

City officials were shocked by the bids for one East End public bathroom.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/1M-for-a-restroom-Bridgeport-rethinking-park-17120703.php

Feds: Bridgeport man gets 17 years in prison for attempting to kill rival gang members

A reputed member of the Bridgeport-based Greene Homes Boyz gang pleaded guilty last year to conspiracy to engage in a pattern of racketeering activity. He received a 210-month sentence.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Feds-Bridgeport-man-gets-17-years-in-prison-for-17120356.php

Suspect takes stand in Bethel woman’s killing, ‘no explanation’ for actions

If jurors are convinced Brandon Roberts was acting under extreme emotional distress they could find him guilty of a lesser manslaughter charge.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Suspect-takes-stand-in-Bethel-woman-s-killing-17120672.php

Officials mark 35th anniversary of L’Ambiance Plaza collapse in Bridgeport

A Friday morning ceremony in Bridgeport honored the 28 lives lost 35 years ago in the L’Ambiance Plaza collapse.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Officials-mark-35th-anniversary-of-L-Ambiance-17120015.php

Police: Person shot in the leg in Bridgeport

Bridgeport police detectives continue to probe a Thursday night shooting that left one person with non-life-threatening injuries.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Police-Person-shot-in-the-leg-in-Bridgeport-17118975.php

Legislative update: Senate passes ban on workplace ‘captive audiences’

Legislation dealing with union drives and voting rights was among the topics getting attention in Hartford on Thursday.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Legislative-update-Senate-passes-ban-on-17118515.php

Prosecution rests case in Brandon Roberts murder trial

The judge told jurors he expected closing arguments Monday.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Prosecution-rests-case-in-Brandon-Roberts-murder-17117913.php

Likely cause for Seymour fire released, as community rallies

Officials said the blaze on Main Street in Seymour on Wednesday afternoon destroyed a historic building, which housed several local businesses.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Likely-cause-for-Seymour-fire-released-as-17117822.php

GOP pitches income tax cut, says CT can’t sit on $7 billion in reserves

One day after Gov. Ned Lamont disclosed Connecticut’s projected fiscal reserves exceed $7 billion, Republican lawmakers unveiled a $1.2 billion tax relief plan, including what would be the first income tax rate reduction in 27 years.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/GOP-pitches-income-tax-cut-says-CT-can-t-sit-17117842.php

Bridgeport weighs new zoning for cannabis sellers, growers

The legalized cannabis industry is currently treated like strip clubs and pornography shops.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Bridgeport-weighs-new-zoning-for-cannabis-17117700.php

Crash closes Stonehouse Road in Trumbull

Authorities in Trumbull have closed a stretch of Stonehouse Road after a crash around 11 a.m. Thursday.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Crash-closes-Stonehouse-Road-in-Trumbull-17116846.php

Residents want noise mitigation on I-95 in Westport, Norwalk

Westport residents are asking for additional noise mitigation measures to be implemented in the upcoming construction on I-95.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Residents-want-noise-mitigation-on-I-95-in-17113214.php

Bridgeport hydroponic farm to receive $1 million federal grant

The farm, which previously was set to receive some of the $25 million in American Rescue Plan funds, will get an additional $1 million.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Bridgeport-hydroponic-farm-to-receive-1-million-17112527.php

Advocates for direct-sales say car dealership model hurts minority customers

During a discussion Wednesday hosted by a firm working for Tesla, advocates said the minority buyers face higher prices and interest rates in car sales.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Advocates-for-direct-sales-say-car-dealership-17111716.php

Bridgeport schools chief: $2M increase ‘isn’t gonna cut it’

Schools Superintendent Michael Testani made his case for more education funding to the City Council.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Bridgeport-schools-chief-2M-increase-isn-t-17108715.php

Crews battle 3-alarm structure fire in downtown Seymour

Police are asking residents to avoid the downtown area while the Seymour Fire Department battles a structure fire.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Police-Structure-fire-in-downtown-Seymour-17107435.php

Detectives, pawnshop owner testify on third day of Bridgeport murder trial

Brandon Roberts is facing murder, robbery and gun charges in the 2018 killing of Emily Todd of Bethel.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Detectives-pawnshop-owner-testify-on-third-day-17103760.php

Feds: Waterbury man pleads guilty after found with loaded firearm, heroin and crack

Carlton Fox, 37, pleaded guilty Tuesday in federal court in Bridgeport to possession of a firearm in furtherance of a drug trafficking crime.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Feds-Waterbury-man-pleads-guilty-after-found-17091951.php

Fairfield police experiencing technical difficulties with communications systems

The Fairfield Police Department urged residents who are having an emergency in the town to call 911. The call will be routed to an area 911 center and dispatched accordingly.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Fairfield-police-experiencing-technical-17091608.php

Bridgeport man, 55, charged with photographing unsuspecting girl at Trumbull mall

The suspect was charged with voyeurism with malice and breach of peace. He was held on a $50,000 and is scheduled to appear in Bridgeport Superior Court on April 29.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Bridgeport-man-55-charged-with-photographing-17091484.php

Bridgeport council approves hiring six new legislative aides

Proponents say a legislative affairs office will improve the council’s work, critics call it is a waste of money.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Bridgeport-council-approves-hiring-six-new-17091498.php

College Board delays Masuk SAT scores after power outage in Monroe interrupts test session

Scores won’t be released until after the makeup session next week, even for students who weren’t affected by the power outage during last month’s test.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/College-Board-delays-Masuk-SAT-scores-after-power-17091423.php

In Bridgeport murder case, Emily Todd’s mother described her as afraid and exhausted

In court Tuesday, Todd’s mother, Jennifer Lawlor, recalled Emily dialing 911 after Roberts allegedly threatened suicide a week before Todd was killed.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/In-Bridgeport-murder-case-Emily-Todd-s-mother-17090857.php

Beardsley Zoo hiring for 9 positions, hosting job fair

The Beardsley Zoo is hiring for a number of positions including carousel operators, gift shop sales associate and admissions/ticketing associates.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Beardsley-Zoo-job-fair-17090200.php

Bridgeport firefighters responding to Benham Avenue blaze

Firefighers responded to the blaze at 6:08 p.m., departmental officials said.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Bridgeport-firefighters-responding-to-Benham-17089153.php

State funds upgrades to Beardsley Zoo tiger habitat, greenhouse

Governor Ned Lamont, who visited the zoo Monday, said the investment would boost tourism to the city.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/State-funds-upgrades-to-Beardsley-Zoo-tiger-17088921.php

Trial begins in death of Bethel woman found at Bridgeport boat ramp

The trial for the suspect in the 2018 shooting of Emily Todd, 25, of Bethel, at the Bridgeport boat ramp, is scheduled to begin today in Bridgeport Superior Court.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Trial-begins-for-suspect-in-2018-killing-of-17088204.php

Pets rescued from Bridgeport fire

Officials said firefighters rescued multiple pets from a fire on Fifth Street in Bridgeport over the weekend.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Pets-rescued-from-Bridgeport-fire-17088101.php

State investigation focused on whether utilities could collect back bills during COVID

Both Eversource and Avangrid, the parent company of United Illuminating, say they were not under orders to suspend collection activities.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/State-investigation-focused-on-whether-utilities-17086881.php

Milford police arrest man who barricaded himself in home after day-long standoff

After a 51-year-old man prompted a noise complaint, he led police through a day-long standoff complete with booby traps, Milford police said.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Milford-police-arrest-man-who-barricaded-himself-17086410.php

Stratford rejects Broadbridge Avenue multi-family housing plan

The Stratford Zoning Commission voted down an amendment that would have allowed for multi-family housing alongside both sides of some of Broadbridge Avenue.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Stratford-rejects-Broadbridge-Avenue-multi-family-17085502.php

Derby Historical Society buys historic Ansonia house for $25,000

The house was first acquired by the previous owner’s husband John Poole in 2011 but he passed away before he could restore it. It has been sold to the Derby Historical Society to ensure it is preserved, his widow said.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Derby-Historical-Society-buys-18th-Century-home-17085265.php

Bridgeport council upset by acting police chief’s absence from budget meeting: ‘It’s just not right’

BRIDGEPORT — A scheduled teleconferenced meeting for the City Council to examine one of its most important municipal budgets — for the police department — with top officials from the force was curtailed Saturday after the chief and an aide did not attend.

Whether the parties will be able to meet before the council finalizes its budget by May 10 remains to be seen.

“For us to do this and then we don’t have people to show up, it’s just not right,” said Councilman Ernie Newton, a chairman of the Budget Committee, which has been meeting almost daily with various department directors to analyze Mayor Joe Ganim’s draft of the 2022-23 municipal fiscal plan.

“This is just another poor reflection on (police) leadership,” Councilman Matthew McCarthy said.

Three different reasons were offered during the meeting for Acting Chief Rebeca Garcia’s absence: She did not want to work on Saturday; she had an unspecified prior commitment; and/or she had an unspecified health issue.

Garcia in an emailed statement to Hearst Connecticut Media afterward clarified, “I am recovering from a procedure which I respectfully will not expound upon.” But, she said, she attended “the Christian flag-raising” at City Hall for the Easter holiday and had thought her prior request to postpone her budget hearing had been accepted.

“I know the importance of the budget and the amount of time the council has dedicated to it and the personal sacrifice of each involved,” Garcia continued. “At no time should my absence be considered a disregard to the hard work and effort of all involved in the budget process. I look forward to presenting at our next meeting when...

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Bridgeport-council-upset-by-acting-police-17085530.php

As Connecticut’s Beardsley Zoo prepares for 100th birthday, much has changed

The zoo has experienced changes from its beginnings as an entertainment venue to its present emphasis on education, conservation and outreach.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/As-Connecticut-s-Beardsley-Zoo-prepares-for-17084541.php

What do Stratford residents think of town’s Sikorsky interest?

Stratford Mayor Laura Hoydick has expressed her desire to buy the airport. But do residents support spending millions on the airport?

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/What-do-Stratford-residents-think-of-town-s-17084405.php

Bridgeport city council may get $40,000 ‘travel services’ fund

Some members feel $9,000 a year is not enough to cover all of their expenses.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Bridgeport-council-members-may-get-40-000-17084282.php

North Haven man gets probation for sexual assault of Orange teen

“You stole part of his youthful innocence which he will never get back,” the victim’s father said in a letter read in court.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/North-Haven-man-gets-probation-for-sexual-assault-17084179.php

CT doctor: Unknown how common disease Gilbert Gottfried died from is

Gilbert Gottfried — known, among other things, for his voice work in the Disney film “Aladdin” — died recently from myotonic dystrophy type two.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/CT-doctor-Unknown-how-common-disease-Gilbert-17083699.php

Bridgeport students, religious coalition get Eid adopted as school holiday

The Board of Education voted 8-0, with one abstention, to add the holiday for the 2023-24 school year.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Bridgeport-students-religious-coalition-get-Eid-17081731.php

Police identify Stratford man killed in Ansonia shooting last week

The man was shot during what police suspect was a drug deal on Hubbell Avenue in Ansonia on April 5.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Police-identify-Stratford-man-killed-in-Ansonia-17081591.php

Police: Truck rolled off I-95 onto Route 1 in Milford

A tractor-trailer rolled off Interstate 95 and crashed onto Route 1 in Milford below after a three-vehicle collision on the highway, police said.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Police-Truck-rolled-off-I-95-onto-Route-1-in-17081252.php

Bridgeport city employees getting $5.3 million in COVID bonuses

Most staffers who worked during the first year of the pandemic will receive $1,500.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Bridgeport-city-employees-getting-5-3-million-in-17081082.php

Guinea hog piglets born at Beardsley Zoo in Bridgeport

The five Guinea hog piglets were born on April 9 at the Connecticut Beardsley Zoo and can be seen in their habitat with their mom.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Guinea-hog-piglets-born-at-Beardsley-Zoo-in-17080779.php

Police: K9 track leads officers to man who stole Milford resident’s catalytic converter

A man was taken into custody after a brief foot chase after he allegedly stole a catalytic converter from a Milford resident’s vehicle.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Police-K9-track-leads-officers-to-man-who-stole-17080775.php

Bridgeport hiring for public facilities, other acting department heads

Public facilities is one of the largest and most important departments in the city.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Bridgeport-hiring-for-public-facilities-other-17079059.php

‘Real world’ developments at core of Westport housing affordability plan draft

Officials in Westport plan to release a draft of its housing affordability plan in the next two weeks, according to Planning and Zoning Commission chair Danielle Dobin.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Real-world-developments-at-core-of-Westport-17079545.php

Milford robbery suspect accused of wearing Amazon uniform says cops have the wrong man

“He’s adamant that he wasn’t there and they have the wrong person,” the suspect’s lawyer said Wednesday.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Milford-robbery-suspect-accused-of-wearing-Amazon-17078903.php

Police: Foul play not suspected in case of missing Milford woman Jennifer Sullivan

Investigators looking into the disappearance of Jennifer Sullivan do not believe she is in any danger, but urged the public to report any sightings.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Police-Foul-play-not-suspected-in-case-of-17078706.php

Bridgeport may cut police health costs to recruit, keep officers

Healthcare expenses have been blamed for an exodus of police officers leaving the city’s force.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Bridgeport-may-cut-police-health-costs-to-17077510.php

Naomi Wallace, Ansonia’s ‘Godmother of the Valley’ dies at 89

Wallace was known for her community advocacy work as the former assistant director of the Tinney Community Center. She died April 3 at age 89.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Naomi-Wallace-Ansonia-s-Godmother-of-the-17076380.php

Bridgeport man, who shot at his stolen car, may need thief’s consent to apply for program

Myles Prendergast was charged with illegal discharge of a firearm and first-degree reckless endangerment after police said he fired 10 shots at his own car as it was being stolen.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Bridgeport-man-who-shot-at-his-stolen-car-may-17076305.php

Suspect charged with killing and burning Bridgeport man accepts plea

The victim’s father objected but a Bridgeport man was allowed to accept a plea bargain for fatally shooting, burning another man.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Suspect-charged-with-killing-burning-Bridgeport-17076008.php

Bridgeport library board, contractor at odds over $500K cost overruns for new branch

The price tag went from $6.2 million to around $8 million on the just-opened East End building.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Bridgeport-library-board-contractor-at-odds-over-17076031.php

Milford police remember fallen officer after 35 years

Authorities in Milford are remembering an officer who died in the line of duty 35 years after his death, with Tuesday marking the anniversary.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Milford-police-remember-fallen-officer-after-35-17075336.php

Police seek information on Milford woman, Jennifer Sullivan, missing since January

Jennifer Sullivan’s profile on a national database indicates that she hasn’t been seen or heard from since early January 2022.

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One hospitalized after Bridgeport shooting, officials say

Bridgeport detectives continue to probe a late-night shooting on Noble Avenue that wounded one person on Monday.

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Stefanowski lent himself $10M, spent $2.6M in early months of campaign for governor

Financial totals posted late Monday with state election regulators show Gov. Ned Lamont and challenger Bob Stefanowski, in a marathon, not a sprint to November.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Stefanowski-lent-himself-10M-spent-2-6-M-in-17074266.php

Bears damage bird feeders, chicken coops in Monroe

Bear activity has been average this year, said Will Healey, DEEP spokesman, noting that every year activity begins to kick up in late March following a “winter denning period.”

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Bears-damage-bird-feeders-chicken-coops-in-Monroe-17073682.php

Lawyer: Smith-Fields family encouraged by meeting with Ganim, but lawsuit plans still pending

The family’s lawyer said the meeting was “restorative,” but the family still wants change to come of this and a financial settlement for their suffering.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Lawyer-Smith-Fields-family-encouraged-by-meeting-17073606.php

New bakery brings Argentinian flair to Stratford

The bakery’s owner, Maria Estrada has a long-time fondness for baking and had previously sold her cakes door-to-door.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/New-bakery-brings-Argentinian-flair-to-Stratford-17073295.php

Police: Felon wanted in Bridgeport shooting captured after trying to flee

Two men face a number of charges after they were caught in a vehicle with loaded guns, one of which had an obliterated serial number, police said.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Police-Felon-wanted-in-Bridgeport-shooting-17072004.php

Following Bruce Willis news, CT speech pathologist clarifies that aphasia, dementia not the same

Aphasia has garnered a lot of attention recently, following the announcement that movie star Bruce Willis is retiring from acting because he has aphasia.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Following-Bruce-Willis-news-CT-speech-17071329.php

Stratford police reports fewer arrests in some categories, spikes in motor vehicle crime offenses

The Stratford Police Department reported declines in arrests for many arrest categories, but motor vehicle and parts theft show jumps in recent years.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Stratford-police-reports-fewer-arrests-in-some-17068378.php

Bridgeport students advocate for Eid’s adoption as school holiday

Observance of the Muslim holiday marking the end of the holy month of Ramadan has been a year-long goal of Erik Johnson’s eighth grade class.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Bridgeport-students-advocate-for-Eid-s-adoption-17068400.php

Easter event on Milford Green

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Milford Police investigating three parking lot thefts

Police are reminding residents to stay vigilant of their surroundings, especially in the parking lots of stores on the Route 1 corridor.

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Ansonia mayor insults state rep, once again criticized for Facebook comments

Ansonia Mayor David Cassetti accuses state Rep. Kara Rochelle of trying to “ghettoize” Ansonia.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Ansonia-mayor-insults-state-rep-once-again-17068350.php

M&T officially owns People’s United Bank. So what happens now?

Gov. Ned Lamont staff, Bridgeport officials privately met with M&T representatives in Bridgeport Friday.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/M-T-officially-owns-People-s-United-Bank-So-17068328.php

Cell tower near former Chalk Hill School coming to Monroe

The cell tower, which has a 176-foot antenna, will increase the coverage radius in the area further than the current set-up — a temporary truck with a 60-foot antenna called a Cell on Wheels.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Cell-tower-near-former-Chalk-Hill-School-coming-17068323.php

DeLauro, in Stratford, announces $1.5 million grant for Sterling House

Rep. Rosa DeLauro, D-3rd District, visited Sterling House to announce $13.6 million in funding for state projects, including $1.5 million to help repair efforts at the community center.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/DeLauro-in-Stratford-announces-1-5-million-17068293.php

DOT: Overturned vehicle closes lanes on Interstate 95 in Fairfield

The crash has closed the left and right lanes on Interstate 95 southbound, according to the state Department of Transportation.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/DOT-Overturned-vehicle-closes-lanes-on-17068300.php

Derby tax board begins deliberating mayor’s 2022-23 budget proposal

Mayor Rich Dziekan assigned the responsibility of answering questions from the members to Chief of Staff Walt Mayhew.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Derby-tax-board-begins-deliberating-mayor-s-17068145.php

Police: Person trapped in Route 8 crash near Bridgeport, lanes reopen

The Department of Transportation reported the crash involved a vehicle and a pedestrian Friday afternoon.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Police-Person-trapped-in-Route-8-crash-near-17067965.php

State: Stratford man convicted of break-ins owes victims $58,000

The defendant was convicted of burglaries in Milford, Monroe, Naugatuck, Trumbull, Orange, Westport, Shelton, Stratford, Fairfield, and Seymour.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/State-Stratford-man-convicted-of-break-ins-owes-17067780.php

Police: Bridgeport man assaulted, threatened victim in Milford

Authorities said the Bridgeport man was charged in connection with a January assault on a victim who has a protective order against him.

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Probation hearing continued for suspect in viral Fairfield smoothie shop incident

The incident was recorded on an employee’s phone and later released on social media gaining national attention.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Probation-hearing-continued-for-suspect-in-viral-17066939.php

Bridgeport moving forward with demo after former Barnum Avenue church building further collapses

City officials have been working this week to issue a demolition permit to a contractor to take down the former True Pentecostal Holy Church on Barnum Avenue.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Bridgeport-moving-forward-with-demo-after-former-17066677.php

Milford Police: Man charged in invading home dressed in Amazon uniform

The man turned himself in and was charged with robbery, kidnapping, home invasion and other offenses related to the incident, police said Thursday.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Milford-Police-Man-charged-in-invading-home-17065632.php

Ganim’s no-tax-increase Bridgeport budget relies on COVID aid, airport sale

The City Council will spend the next month reviewing the $605.1 fiscal plan.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Ganim-s-no-tax-increase-Bridgeport-budget-17064696.php

TSA: Fairfield man tried to bring loaded gun on plane at Westchester County Airport

A Fairfield man was charged this week after he allegedly had a loaded gun in his carry-on at Westchester County Airport, authorities said.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/TSA-Fairfield-man-tried-to-bring-loaded-gun-on-17064883.php

‘I’m used to feeling unsafe’: Shooting has Ansonia residents on edge

Residents expressed concern after the city experienced serveral recent violent incidents. Mayor David Cassetti said police would step up patrols.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/I-m-used-to-feeling-unsafe-Shooting-has-17064317.php

Stratford state Senate candidate drops out of race

Justin Gendron, a 22-year-old recent college graduate who was running for the state Senate in the 21st District, dropped out of the race Tuesday.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Stratford-state-Senate-candidate-drops-out-of-race-17062291.php

Stamford family hopes for justice in Bridgeport shooting

A Bridgeport man was arraigned in the 2017 fatal shooting of a Stamford man outside a Bridgeport restaurant.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Stamford-family-hopes-for-justice-in-Bridgeport-17062344.php

East End growth, South End loss could shake up Bridgeport council districts

The council has begun a redistricting process scheduled to conclude in June with a new map.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/East-End-growth-South-End-loss-could-shake-up-17062174.php

Derby nonprofit offers ‘Men Who Cook’ cookbook

TEAM Inc. has canceled its annual Men Who Cook event, and is offering a digital commemorative book in place of the event.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Derby-nonprofit-offers-Men-Who-Cook-cookbook-17062134.php

Case continued for suspect in Seymour double fatal hit-and-run

Jair Irigoyen-Flores, 24, remained held in lieu of $1.5 million bond Wednesday.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Case-continued-for-suspect-in-Seymour-double-17062161.php

Milford man mistakenly jailed for threatening Bridgeport city hall employees wins settlement

A Milford man, arrested for threatening for shoot Bridgeport city hall employees after police mismatched his photo, has been awarded a settlement.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Milford-man-mistakenly-jailed-for-threatening-17059475.php

New head public defender in Bridgeport looks to make some changes

James Pastore was appointed the new chief public defender in Bridgeport.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/New-head-public-defender-in-Bridgeport-looks-to-17059490.php

Man charged with killing Stamford man outside downtown Bridgeport restaurant

Bridgeport resident Shardel Ragin, awaiting trial for another fatal shooting, has been charged with fatally shooting a Stamford resident Max Antoine outside a downtown Bridgeport restaurant in 2017.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Man-charged-with-killing-Stamford-man-outside-17059533.php

Police: Naugatuck man charged with tampering with transformer in Milford

A United Illuminating employee told police that the man caused about $10,000 worth of damage to the transformer Monday.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Police-Naugatuck-man-charged-with-tampering-with-17059321.php

Meet Thunda, the Derby dog recovering from gunshot wounds

Derby police said the dog continues his recovery after he was found shot twice in Derby last week. His owners have since been charged.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Meet-Thunda-the-Derby-dog-recovering-from-17058127.php

Bridgeport’s John Winthrop Elementary School closed again

The John Winthrop Elementary School on Eckart Street is closed again Tuesday, according to the Bridgeport Public Schools website.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Bridgeport-s-John-Winthrop-Elementary-School-17058034.php

City: Fairfield U, Diocese don’t need zoning OK for Bridgeport campus

Critics of the proposal had been planning to attend a zoning commission hearing this month to raise their concerns.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/City-Fairfield-U-Diocese-don-t-need-zoning-OK-17057346.php

Stratford schools among CT’s lowest performing, state says

Stratford Public Schools have been added to the state’s Alliance District list, making additional funding for improvements available to the district.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Stratford-schools-among-CT-s-lowest-performing-17056995.php

Feds: Westport man sentenced for failing to pay taxes on $900,000

The man allegedly “deposited numerous customers’ checks into personal bank accounts” over four years, prosecutors said.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Feds-Westport-man-sentenced-for-failing-to-pay-17057071.php

Dog found shot in Derby on the mend after leg amputation

The dog that was found shot in Derby last week had to have his leg amputated during a surgery because of the damage caused.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Dog-found-shot-in-Derby-on-the-mend-after-leg-17056651.php

Stratford clinic focuses on fighting stigma for LGBTQ patients

The clinic has also supported local youth gay-straight alliances and LGBTQ+ groups, like those at Stratford and Bunnell high schools, McKnight said.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Stratford-clinic-focuses-on-fighting-stigma-17055720.php

Water leak closes Bridgeport’s John Winthrop Elementary School

A Bridgeport elementary school is closed Monday morning as crews work to make repairs for a water leak, according to city officials.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Water-leak-closes-Bridgeport-s-John-Winthrop-17055761.php

Officials: Roof of abandoned Bridgeport church collapsed

Officials said no one was inside the former True Pentecostal Church when the roof collapsed Sunday afternoon.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Officials-Roof-of-abandoned-Bridgeport-church-17055634.php

Photos: Bridgeport students get robot gift for World Autism Day

The event was held at the Total Mortgage Arena on Saturday.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Photos-Bridgeport-students-get-robot-gift-for-17054606.php

‘Serious accident’ shuts down Route 111 in Monroe, police say

All lanes of Route 111 in the area between Historic Drive and Colonial Drive are closed as police investigate a traffic incident, officials said.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Serious-accident-shuts-down-Route-111-in-17054335.php

Eversource to do ‘additional work’ at Monroe substation following outages

MONROE — After electrical problems popped up in town last week for the third time in a two-month span, Eversource is going to be undergoing “additional work” on the town’s power infrastructure, according to media relations personnel Mitch Gross.

There were outages on March 22 and March 23, according to an Eversource report posted to the town’s Facebook page. The town said approximately 2,000 customers had some sort of power issues and 1,200 had an outage that lasted about 40 minutes.

“We clearly understand the inconveniences that those instances caused our Monroe customers and we remain committed to ensuring that we take the necessary steps to resolve them,” Gross said.

Eversource said everything required to stabilize the system was done by March 24, but the company will be replacing the two circuits that feed the substation. It is a “large project” that will take several months to finish, according to the company.

“It’s additional work to make the system more reliable, more resilient. Make it stronger,” Gross said. “We’ll do what needs to be done.”

While the town has experienced outages in recent months for an issue with a part at the substation that switches power between circuits, this was a different issue, Eversource said.

“On March 22 and 23, the switch did not fail,” Eversource said in its report. “As a result, customers did not see the on/off/on/off effect they experienced in previous events. The outages on March 22 and 23 occurred because Eversource was actively working in the area to make improvements and was...

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Three arrested in Bridgeport drug bust

A Bridgeport man and a Derby couple were arrested following an operation by Bridgeport Police’s narcotics unit.

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Buffalo-based bank completes acquisition of People’s United

M&T Bank is expects to fully integrate its technology systems and brand with the Bridgeport-based bank at some point during the third quarter of this year.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Buffalo-based-bank-completes-acquisition-of-17053240.php

New East End library opening in Bridgeport after several delays

The Newfield branch on Central Avenue replaces the original, 100-year-old facility.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/New-East-End-library-opening-in-Bridgeport-after-17053115.php

Demand for Greater Bridgeport train station parking slowly climbing to pre-COVID levels

Officials overseeing train station parking lots say most lots are not seeing anywhere near the activity they did pre-pandemic.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Demand-for-Greater-Bridgeport-train-station-17053109.php

Ansonia’s Crave restaurant relaunches as Uptown Bar and Eatery

Owner Libby Meissner previously said she wanted to relaunch the restaurant to stay ahead of the competition.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Ansonia-s-Crave-restaurant-relaunches-as-Uptown-17053100.php

Three years later, Bridgeport hasn’t given up on downtown ice rink

City Council members want Mayor Ganim to abandon the idea and focus on other needs, like a market.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Three-years-later-Bridgeport-hasn-t-given-up-17052434.php

Raymark cleanup continues on schedule, EPA tells Stratford

There is also a new EPA office at 300 Ferry Boulevard for workers from the EPA, plus engineers and contractors.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Raymark-cleanup-continues-on-schedule-EPA-tells-17052421.php

Stratford, Trumbull projects get millions in bond funding

At its meeting Thursday, the commission approved $3 million the redevelopment of the Shakespeare Theatre site in Stratford and $1.5 million for the construction of a new Veterans and First Responders Center in Trumbull..

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Stratford-Trumbull-projects-to-get-millions-in-17051649.php

Autopsy confirms cause of death for Seymour couple

Relatives gathered outside the couple’s home declined to comment Thursday.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Autopsy-confirms-cause-of-death-for-Seymour-couple-17050696.php

Police: Person with gunshot wound shows up at Bridgeport Hospital

Authorities in Bridgeport are working to determine where a shooting took place that landed one person in the hospital Friday morning.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Police-Person-with-gunshot-wound-shows-up-at-17050784.php

Derby police seek information after dog found with multiple gunshot wounds

Police in Derby are asking for the public’s help for any information about a German shepherd found shot multiple times.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Derby-police-seek-information-after-dog-found-17050730.php

Police: Dogs, horses banned from Fairfield beaches until October

Fairfield officials are reminding residents that dogs and horses are not allowed on town beaches until October.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Police-Dogs-horses-banned-from-Fairfield-17050509.php

Sacred Heart buys Bridgeport apartment complex where student housing was rejected

The university paid $3-plus million for Monticello Gardens in the North End.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Sacred-Heart-buys-Bridgeport-apartment-complex-17049428.php