Westport trains to fight opioid epidemic

Positive Directions held a naloxone training session on Wednesday with Westport officials to educate residents about the dangers of opioids.

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Hennessy suit argues Bridgeport election issues should force new state House primary

State Rep. Jack Hennessy wants a judge to declare a new Democratic primary for the 127th District after two recounts in his race against Marcus Brown produced different winners.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Hennessy-suit-argues-Bridgeport-election-issues-17410662.php

Heat causes Bridgeport schools to go to half days

Bridgeport Public Schools were original supposed to be on a full-day schedule for the first day of school.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Heat-causes-Bridgeport-schools-to-go-to-half-days-17409925.php

Bridgeport to give public a chance to meet police chief finalists

A consultant is expected to forward the names of the three top candidates to the mayor by mid-September.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Bridgeport-to-give-public-a-chance-to-meet-police-17409839.php

Bridgeport man sentenced to 18 years in prison for role in 2018 murder

Ta’Ron Pharr, 22, was involved in the 2018 shooting of Len Smith, 25, and a female companion. Smith was killed, while his female companion was seriously injured.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Bridgeport-man-sentenced-to-18-years-in-prison-17408505.php

Hennessy to challenge second recount for 127th House District primary after Brown declared winner

State Rep. Jack Hennessy will file an appeal of the results of a second recount, which declared Marcus Brown the winner by two votes.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Hennessy-to-challenge-second-recount-for-127th-17408095.php

Police: Bridgeport man led cops on a second chase, had ghost gun

A Bridgeport man, free on bond on gun and drug charges, was arrested again following another alleged chase with police.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Police-Bridgeport-man-led-cops-on-a-second-17407977.php

Stratford high school students restore Great Meadows Marsh in $4M project

The marsh was once more than 1,400 acres, but has been reduced to less than 700, largely due to development.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Stratford-high-school-students-restore-Great-17407863.php

DEEP: Indian Well State Park closed after bacteria found in water

Indian Well State Park in Shelton was closed Tuesday after officials with the Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection found indicator bacteria in the water.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/DEEP-Indian-Well-State-Park-closed-after-17407149.php

Second recount ends with Marcus Brown win over Jack Hennessy in Bridgeport state House primary

The result came after Brown lost a recount less than two weeks ago in which election workers discovered they were short at least nine absentee ballots. During Monday’s second recount, elections workers found the nine ballots in an incorrectly labeled bag.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Second-recount-ends-with-Marcus-Brown-win-over-17406337.php

DOJ: Man admits role in murder, attempted murder of rival gang members

Trevon Jones, 20, allegedly played a role in the murder of rival gang member Sean Warren and the attempted murder of another rival gang member in 2019.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/DOJ-Man-admits-role-in-murder-attempted-murder-17406032.php

Prosecutor: Man who took mom, baby from Ansonia party could face more charges

The suspect, Joshua Lopez, is accused of violating a protective order and breach of peace.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Prosecutor-Man-who-took-mom-baby-from-Ansonia-17405791.php

Former Bridgeport school board member Chris Taylor arrested again for punching boy, 17, in Fairfield

Police said the latest incident took place in front of Fairfield Ludlowe High School on Aug. 13.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Former-Bridgeport-school-board-member-Chris-17405606.php

Contractors: Utility lines cause delays for Monroe’s Pepper Street reconstruction project

Some residents have complained that work on the project, which includes lowering roadway to improve sight lines, installing an upgraded traffic signal and replacing a culvert, has caused traffic jams.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Contractors-Utility-lines-cause-delays-for-17405136.php

Police: Investigation closes Elm Street in Ansonia

An unspecified police investigation closed Elm Street in Ansonia Sunday evening. Authorities have not released any details about the nature of the incident.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Police-Investigation-closes-Elm-Street-in-Ansonia-17404495.php

Man grazed by bullet in Bridgeport Saturday, police say

The wounded man does not appear to have been the shooter’s intended target, police said.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Man-grazed-by-bullet-in-Bridgeport-Saturday-17403533.php

Milford PD: Stratford man arrested after faux-gunpoint robbery

The 18-year-old Stratford man was charged with first-degree robbery and criminal possession of a firearm, among other offenses, Milford police said.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Milford-PD-Stratford-man-arrested-after-17403350.php

Greater Bridgeport students return to school amid influx of new teachers

School districts throughout the region have hired nearly 500 new teachers for the 2022-2023 academic year, according to local superintendents

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Greater-Bridgeport-students-return-to-school-amid-17402519.php

Milford police: Two men use replica firearm to rob victim

Milford police said two men held a victim at gunpoint with a replica firearm on Meadowside Road. The suspects stole a bag from the victim before fleeing on foot, according to police.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Milford-police-Two-men-use-replica-firearm-to-17402628.php

Porchfest returns to Black Rock section of Bridgeport

More than 50 artists and bands performed one-hour concerts at different residences throughout the Black Rock neighborhood

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Porchfest-returns-to-Black-Rock-section-of-17402625.php

Catholic school parents urge Stratford to restore school nurse

As part of wider budget cuts, the school board eliminated one of the two full-time nurse positions at St. James and St. Mark schools

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Catholic-school-parents-urge-Stratford-to-restore-17401524.php

Waterbury-Oxford Airport adds customs office, eyes future growth

The recent opening of a U.S. Customs and Border Protection office allows for Waterbury-Oxford Airport to begin accepting charter flights from abroad.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Waterbury-Oxford-Airport-adds-customs-office-17401395.php

Citing delays, Derby mayor dissolves legislative committees

The board is the legislative body for the city, but members review proposed ordinances in subcommittees before they are brought before the full board.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Citing-delays-Derby-mayor-dissolves-legislative-17401476.php

Bridgeport: Developer lacks funds to finish East End project

The city is seeking $2.1 million to help Anthony Stewart complete the buildings at his Honey Locust Square.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Bridgeport-Developer-lacks-funds-to-finish-East-17401343.php

Second recount ordered for Bridgeport state house primary

A second recount is to be held Monday to decide the Democratic primary winner for the 127th House District.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Second-recount-ordered-for-Bridgeport-state-house-17401236.php

Labor officials end probe into Vazzano restaurants, levy more penalties

The labor agency in a Friday statement to Hearst Connecticut Media noted the payments related to Vazzy’s Osteria are due Sept. 15.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Labor-officials-end-probe-into-Vazzano-17400742.php

Derby police confirm Steven Hoffenberg, former Jeffrey Epstein associate, found dead in CT

Derby police said Steven Hoffenberg, a former mentor to Jeffrey Epstein, was found dead in his home this week, but an autopsy revealed no signs of trauma.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Police-ID-Steven-Hoffenberg-as-man-found-dead-in-17400388.php

Bridgeport police officer justified for shooting fleeing driver, report shows

The report from the office of the Inspector General concluded that Bridgeport Police Officer Carlos Vazquez was justified in the shooting that wounded Dennis Lee Waiters Jr.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Bridgeport-police-officer-justified-for-shooting-17400142.php

Stratford limits pot dispensaries to two

The Zoning Commission’s unanimous decision came after lawmakers eliminated the cap on the number of stores that can operate in a single municipality.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Stratford-limits-pot-dispensaries-to-two-17398577.php

Back to school

Ansonia got an early jump on school this year, with students returning to classes more than a week earlier than some nearby towns.

Superintendent Joseph DiBacco said the schools feature some new additions this year, including a middle school robotics program, a makers’ space at the elementary schools and Ansonia Family University — a developmental program to aid in academic, social and emotional success for students.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Back-to-school-17398346.php

Man suspected in Trumbull mall robbery arrested

Howayne Mcintosh, 35, of Bridgeport, allegedly displayed a knife when a security guard approached him.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Man-suspected-in-Trumbull-mall-robbery-arrested-17398909.php

Police identify Bridgeport pedestrian killed in hit-and-run

Michael E. Crocker, of Bridgeport, was struck and killed by a vehicle Saturday at Boston and Success avenues in what police said was a hit-and-run crash.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Police-identify-Bridgeport-pedestrian-killed-in-17397915.php

Former Bridgeport school board chair Jessica Martinez taken into custody for violating terms of release

Former Bridgeport Board of Education chair Jessica Martinez was taken into custody Thursday morning after violating conditions of her pretrial release.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Former-Bridgeport-school-board-chair-Jessica-17397750.php

Bridgeport seeks $8.1M to redevelop blighted downtown property

A local developer wants to revitalize the key site, but city first needs to clean it up, raise the land.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Bridgeport-seeks-8-1M-to-redevelop-blighted-17395824.php

Dead ram found ‘butchered’ in Easton river near burnt-out candle and ‘white powder,’ police say

Easton police said the dead sheep, candle and “white powder” in a rectangular shape were found in the Mill River last weekend.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Dead-ram-found-near-Easton-river-with-burnt-out-17395966.php

Bridgeport hires former Newtown cop convicted of embezzlement in labor relations role

Mayor Joe Ganim’s office Wednesday confirmed that ex-Sgt. Domenic Costello has been hired as Bridgeport’s senior labor relations officer, a job that has traditionally had a pivotal role in union contract negotiations.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Bridgeport-hires-former-Newtown-cop-convicted-of-17395946.php

Ortiz qualifies for Bridgeport Senate seat race in November

Juliemar Ortiz will take on fellow Democrat Herron Gaston and Republican Mike Garrett to replace outgoing state Sen. Dennis Bradley in the 23rd District.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Ortiz-qualifies-for-Bridgeport-Senate-seat-race-17395673.php

Former Bridgeport school board chair Jessica Martinez again facing jail

Former Bridgeport school board member Jessica Martinez, awaiting trial for campaign fraud, is facing jail after her probation officer said she tested positive for cocaine.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Former-Bridgeport-school-board-chair-again-facing-17395484.php

Man charged with sexually assaulting Trumbull woman outside Bridgeport train station

A man was arrested Monday and accused of sexually assaulting a Trumbull woman outside the Bridgeport train station.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Man-accused-of-sexually-assaulting-Trumbull-woman-17394683.php

Bridgeport man sentenced to prison for killing 78-year-old woman with motorcycle

A Bridgeport man, who was driving his motorcycle drunk and ran over a 78-year-old woman, was sentenced to four and a half years in prison.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Bridgeport-man-sentenced-to-prison-for-killing-17392837.php

Shelton considers 86-apartment plan for Todd Road site

Zoning officials are considering whether to approve a plan to build 86 apartment units and 145 parking spaces.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Shelton-considers-86-apartment-plan-for-Todd-Road-17392653.php

Traffic, parking concerns raised over 152-apartment plan on River Road in Shelton

Some Planning and Zoning Commission members also are questioning a potential shortage of parking for apartment guests. The proposal calls for 304 spots.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Traffic-parking-concerns-raised-over-17392489.php

Police: Unlicensed Shelton masseuse sexually assaulted client

A Seymour woman has been charged with fourth-degree sexual assault and practicing massage therapy without a license, Shelton police said.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Police-Unlicensed-Shelton-masseuse-sexually-17392142.php

Development deal dead, Bridgeport seeks $100M for downtown theaters

Bridgeport has given up on the private sector leading the rescue of the downtown Majestic and Poli Palace theaters.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Development-deal-dead-Bridgeport-seeks-100M-for-17391746.php

Brown appeals Bridgeport primary result after losing recount by one vote

City Councilman Marcus Brown’s appeal comes after a chaotic recount that was halted when election officials discovered they were short at least nine absentee ballots in the 127th House District Democratic primary.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Brown-appeals-Bridgeport-primary-loss-after-17390640.php

Stratford house fire displaces three residents, official says

A fire that started outside a Stratford home spread into the attic, displacing three residents and their pet dog on Sunday, official says.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Stratford-house-fire-displaces-three-residents-17390511.php

Official: Bridgeport man charged after car crash, shots fired incident

A Bridgeport man was arrested after a car crash and a report of shots fired Sunday night, a city official said.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Official-Bridgeport-man-charged-after-car-crash-17390573.php

Waterbury man, 26, dies days after Stratford crash, police say

Jason Fonseca-Kennedy, 26, has died after being involved in a crash Thursday in Stratford, according to police, who say a Bridgeport man will likely face charges.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Waterbury-man-26-dies-days-after-Stratford-17390254.php

Bridgeport schools relax COVID-19 restrictions

Students will not be required to social distance, divide into isolated cohorts or quarantine if they are exposed to the virus, according to the district.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Bridgeport-schools-relax-COVID-19-restrictions-17390211.php

Bridgeport veterinarian seeks probation for cruelty charges

Dr. Amr Wasfi, the 77-year-old operator of the Black Rock Animal Hospital, was facing cruelty charges for allegedly killing a puppy and performing unnecessary surgery on another dog.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Bridgeport-veterinarian-seeks-probation-for-17390101.php

Police: Windsor man charged with attempted murder of loss prevention officer at Buckland Hills shoppes

The wounded loss prevention officer was still hospitalized Sunday, Manchester police said.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Police-Windsor-man-charged-with-attempted-murder-17387861.php

Man convicted of 2012 West Haven killing awaiting new trial three years after verdict overturned

MILFORD — The man convicted of pulling the trigger during a 2012 West Haven killing is awaiting a new trial more than three years after the state Supreme Court overturned a jury’s verdicts in his case.

Eugene Walker, 36, appeared briefly before Judge Peter Brown on Wednesday in state Superior Court in Milford, where lawyers said they were hammering out scheduling issues.

Walker’s lawyer, Trent LaLima, said he’d be filing a number of motions in the case “soon,” but declined to be more specific afterward.

Walker is scheduled to return to court Sept. 22 after a remote hearing Sept. 15.

He was one of four people charged in death of 22-year-old Neville Malacai Registe Jr., who was found by West Haven police early on Oct. 29, 2012, in a car pinned against a utility pole on Glade Street near the West Haven Housing Authority, just before Superstorm Sandy hit the area.

Registe, a New Haven resident, was covered in blood and appeared unconscious. He later died at Yale New Haven Hospital.

Inside the car where Registe was found, police found a bandanna a witness told them had been worn by the shooter. The state police crime lab later determined that Walker’s DNA was on the bandanna after prosecutors obtained a court order for a sample.

At a 2014 trial, Walker was found guilty of felony murder, first-degree manslaughter, attempted robbery and criminal possession of a weapon.

Despite the verdicts, he maintained his innocence at his...

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Man-convicted-of-2012-West-Haven-killing-awaiting-17385636.php

Ansonia to have armed guards for elementary, middle schools

Superintendent Joe DiBacco said the Board of Education approved the guards in April before the Uvalde, Texas school shooting in May, making Ansonia one of the latest districts to make the change.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Ansonia-to-have-armed-guards-for-elementary-17385562.php

Stratford schools reach tentative settlement with custodians

The Stratford Public Schools Custodians Association sued the school board last month after an independent panel of arbiters refused to hear the union’s grievance case.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Stratford-schools-reach-tentative-settlement-with-17385548.php

DOJ: Health aide admits to stealing from elderly woman she cared for

Jhanannie Singh, 52, pilfered hundreds of thousands of dollars’ worth of U.S. savings bonds from the woman, according to the U.S. Department of Justice.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/DOJ-Health-aide-admits-to-stealing-from-elderly-17385843.php

Police: Husky puppy stolen in Bridgeport armed robbery

The dog’s owner, a 29-year-old Norwalk man, was pistol-whipped during the encounter early Wednesday morning in Bridgeport, police said.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Police-Husky-puppy-stolen-in-Bridgeport-armed-17385412.php

Family suing Yale New Haven Hospital starts fentanyl prevention website, says 'never again'

The family of William “Billy” Miller is hoping to help prevent other families from suffering the loss of a loved one to the effects of an opioid overdose.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Family-suing-Yale-New-Haven-Hospital-starts-17385042.php

New pizzeria, gelato shop brings slice of NYC to Bridgeport

Una Dolce Vita was originally supposed to be a gelato shop but the pandemic forced the location to retool itself as a pizzeria.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Una-Dolce-Vita-brings-slice-of-NYC-to-Bridgeport-17384954.php

Two-vehicle crash on Interstate 95 in Stratford caused serious injuries, police say

A two-vehicle crash on Interstate 95 near exit 31 for South Avenue in Stratford resulted in serious injuries Thursday, according to police.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Two-vehicle-crash-on-Interstate-95-in-Stratford-17383223.php

Stratford house fire displaces 13 people, kills cat, official says

A family of 10 adults and three children were displaced after a blaze ripped through their Stratford home Wednesday morning, a fire official said.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Stratford-house-fire-displaces-13-people-kills-17382948.php

New Haven man facing prison for stealing 2,000 cartons of cigarettes from Milford business

Police said the man was fired last July after being caught red-handed stealing 30 cartons of cigarettes from the Post Road-based business.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/New-Haven-man-facing-prison-for-stealing-2-000-17382251.php

After months of delays, downtown Bridgeport garage owner pledges repairs soon

BRIDGEPORT — The New York City-based owner of a prominent downtown parking structure, the City Trust Garage, under pressure for months to upgrade what has been deemed a crumbling, hazardous eyesore, in a statement Wednesday said it is moving ahead with the work.

“Ownership has architectural and engineering plans that are finalized and is imminently selecting the contractor to award the project to,” read an email from a public relations firm representing Time Equities Inc. to Hearst Connecticut Media. “It expects to have the plans for the project filed with the city by the end of the week.”

But, according to City Hall, Time Equities has reneged on similar pledges in the past — as recently as earlier this summer, frustrating municipal officials who had welcomed the company’s aggressive entrance on the local development scene.

Time Equities bought three downtown sites — the City Trust block with its apartments, retail space and garage; the historic Arcade Mall on Main St.; and an apartment complex at 144 Golden Hill — in early 2019. The garage serves tenants but is also touted as a public parking site.

“It’s a substantial investment, and we are excited to have a company like Time Equities Inc. in Bridgeport,” Tom Gill, the city’s director of economic development, had said at the time. “It’s really positive to have a company of this caliber to come into Bridgeport and buy this portfolio.”

But over the past nearly three years the five-story garage, located between John and Bank streets, across from McLevy Green, was targeted by the economic development, blight, zoning, building and fire marshal’s departments, all demanding...

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/After-months-of-delays-downtown-Bridgeport-17381767.php

Police: Phone leads to Stamford 18-year-old’s arrest in Westport car theft

DeMarcus Bennett, 18, of Stamford, was charged Tuesday with stealing a Toyota Tacoma from a Westport residence earlier this year.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Police-Phone-leads-to-Stamford-18-year-old-s-17380088.php

Lawsuit: Man dies after being left unattended at Yale-New Haven Hospital for 7 hours

A lawsuit against Yale-New Haven Hospital claims a 23-year-old man was found dead after being left unattended in a hospital hallway for seven hours.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Lawsuit-Man-dies-after-being-left-unattended-at-17379835.php

Study would focus on Bridgeport coal plant’s future

Officials formally announced $300,000 in federal funds awarded to the local regional planning organization for a reuse and planning study of the shuttered coal plant.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Study-would-focus-on-Bridgeport-coal-plant-s-17379693.php

Bridgeport House candidate plans legal challenge after recount ends with ballots missing

City Councilman Marcus Brown plans to ask a judge to throw out the results of the 127th House District Democratic primary following a disputed recount.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Bridgeport-House-candidate-plans-legal-challenge-17379065.php

Bridgeport recount halts after officials lose nine ballots

The revelation forced election officials to search for the missing ballots in a race between state Rep. Jack Hennessy and City Councilman Marcus Brown

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Bridgeport-recount-halts-after-officials-lose-17377743.php

Derby finance director resigns

Agata Herasimowicz spent a little over a year as the city’s finance director.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Derby-finance-director-resigns-17377561.php

Ansonia aldermen approve funds request for regional senior center

Any application will still need the approval of the Derby Board of Aldermen & Alderwomen, which previously rejected a combined senior center.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Ansonia-aldermen-approve-funds-request-for-17377443.php

Route 8 motorcycle crash in Shelton sends two to hospital, state police say

Two people were sent to the hospital Monday night after a crash between a vehicle and a motorcycle on Route 8 in Shelton, according to state police.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Route-8-motorcycle-crash-in-Shelton-sends-two-to-17375741.php

Trumbull police: Crash closes stretch of Route 111 from Route 25 to the Monroe town line

A crash in Trumbull has closed Route 111 from Route 25 to the Monroe town line Monday afternoon, according to police.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Trumbull-police-Crash-closes-stretch-of-Route-17375320.php

Bridgeport man charged with killing Ansonia man outside club

Steven Hutchinson was arrested Monday and charged with the murder of Troy Walker during a robbery over the weekend outside a nightclub.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Bridgeport-man-charged-with-killing-Ansonia-man-17375233.php

Ansonia man accused of killing wife to undergo psychiatric evaluation

Two of the couple’s children were home at the time of the killing.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Ansonia-man-accused-of-killing-wife-to-undergo-17374754.php

Bridgeport group drops opposition to Black Rock apartment building

Scale Back Black Rock, a group that opposed the development, concluded a legal victory could allow developers to revive plans to construct a similar building.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Bridgeport-group-drops-opposition-to-Black-Rock-17374824.php

‘This is your new life’ — Bridgeport woman details recovery after losing leg in Route 8 crash

The man charged in connection with the crash is due in court Tuesday.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/This-is-your-new-life-Bridgeport-woman-17374462.php

Person injured in Bridgeport shooting, police say

The wounded individual was shot in the torso and leg, according to a city official.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Person-injured-in-Bridgeport-shooting-police-say-17372564.php

Tattoo studio proposed for Barnum Avenue

Despite strict regulations limiting tattoo shops, local business owners are asking the town for permission to open a studio in a small storefront.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Tattoo-studio-proposed-for-Barnum-Avenue-17371473.php

Bridgeport police seek answers in crashes that injured Monroe man

A Monroe man was hospitalized with a severe head injury after he crashed into three cars in two incidents along Success Avenue Thursday night.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Bridgeport-police-seek-answers-in-crashes-that-17371689.php

Person struck by train at Bridgeport station, official says

The person reportedly fell onto the tracks and was hit by the train, according to city emergency management director Scott Appleby.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Person-struck-by-train-at-Bridgeport-station-17371535.php

Police: One dead, two injured in pre-dawn Bridgeport shooting

The shooting occurred near Barnum Avenue and Knowlton Street soon before 2 a.m., according to police.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Police-One-dead-two-injured-in-pre-dawn-17371495.php

Congress passes expanded health care benefits in sweeping bill

While Americans could see some tangible benefits in the near future, much of the health-related programs will have a much slower phase-in.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Congress-passes-expanded-health-care-benefits-in-17371400.php

Few interested in developing key downtown sites in Bridgeport

The city has been seeking investors for the municipally-owned McLevy Hall and Davidson’s buildings.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Few-interested-in-developing-key-downtown-sites-17370410.php

Former Shelton masseur to serve no jail time for alleged sexual assaults, lawyer says

A former masseur at a Shelton spa will serve no jail time after he allegedly sexually assaulted several clients. His probation terms include 10 years on the sex offender registry.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Former-Shelton-masseur-to-serve-no-jail-time-for-17370936.php

At 9 p.m., ‘It’s time to lock up’ your car, Milford police urge in an effort to deter crime

In an effort to deter thefts and burglaries, the Milford Police Department started the #9PMRoutine to remind residents to lock up their cars and homes.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/At-9-p-m-It-s-time-to-lock-up-your-car-17370864.php

Derby mayor dances for children’s charity in Valley competition

The event features amateur dancers having their performances judged, with the audience members getting to vote for their favorite performer.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Derby-mayor-dances-for-children-s-charity-in-17370047.php

Bronx man gets 9 years for stabbing, choking Bridgeport woman

In addition to the nine-year term, the judge ordered Christopher Jirau to serve six years of special parole.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Bronx-man-gets-9-years-for-stabbing-choking-17369935.php

Stratford aviation enthusiasts plan ‘fly-in’ at Sikorsky Memorial Airport

The two-day event will take place during the Connecticut Air and Space Center’s upcoming Gustave Whitehead Weekend, an annual celebration of the pioneering aviator.

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Bond ratings boosts are show of faith in Bridgeport’s finances

In their latest reviews of Bridgeport’s finances, Fitch boosted the city’s rating from A to A+ while Moody’s Investors Service also moved the needle up a notch from Baa1” to A3.

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Bridgeport, M&T Bank partnership could be boon for city businesses

Small businesses can now get spaces at Captain’s Cove to sell goods. The program is occurring as small businesses continue to recover from the pandemic.

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Ortiz submits petition to challenge Gaston in Bridgeport senate race come November

Juliemar Ortiz needs 244 signatures of registered voters to appear on the general election ballot as the Working Families third party’s candidate against Rev. Herron Gaston.

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Angry crowd attends arraignment in Bridgeport double homicide

Several dozen people, many wearing T-shirts bearing a photo of one of the victims, packed the back of the courtroom as Jahmir Daniel and Jack Vaz were arraigned.

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Griffin Health debuts treatment program for long COVID

Griffin Hospital is now offering physical therapy for patients suffering from long COVID.

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Bridgeport police charge two in gas station drive-by scooter shooting

Bridgeport police charged two residents Wednesday evening in connection with a drive-by shooting on Fairfield Avenue last month that killed two men.

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Gaston, Bradley seek to move past bitter primary campaign

Buoyed by mail-in or absentee ballots, Gaston won with 1,775 votes to Bradley’s 1,628.

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Fairfield police: Suspect confessed in fatal hit-and-run crash

A Bridgeport man was arraigned Wednesday on charges he hit and killed a Fairfield motorcyclist with his vehicle, then fled the scene.

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Brown declares victory in CT primary race for Bridgeport House seat

The unofficial results had not been posted when Brown declared victory around 11 p.m.

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Bradley concedes CT primary challenge to Gaston for Bridgeport, Stratford senate seat

The district includes roughly half of Bridgeport and a part of Stratford.

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Norwalk postal employee faces five years in prison for stealing mail, federal prosecutors say

A Bridgeport man and mail carrier pleaded guilty Tuesday in federal court to stealing packages and other mail while on his route in Norwalk.

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Derby struggles to fill key roles in City Hall

The city is currently seeking to fill several positions, including a fire marshal.

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Ganim relays his Bridgeport crimes to panel in hearing on getting law license back

Bridgeport Mayor Joseph Ganim told a committee considering giving him law license back that he did take bribes in 1990s.

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Stratford weighs restricting pot dispensaries to just two stores

The Stratford Zoning Commission is eyeing a change to the town’s recently-approved adult-use cannabis rules that would limit the number of potential stores.

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Officials: Driver escaped burning coach bus in Shelton

A portion of Route 8 was closed in Shelton Monday after a coach bus caught fire between exits 14 and 13 on the southbound side, officials said.

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Bridgeport blaze displaces 30 people, official says

A fire broke out Monday night at a three-story home on Fairfield Avenue in Bridgeport, an official said.

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Bridgeport Democrats to vote Tuesday in key legislative primaries

State Sen. Dennis Bradley and Rep. Jack Hennessy are facing challenges from Rev. Herron Gaston and Councilman Marcus Brown, respectively.

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Police: Biker, passenger still in critical condition after Fairfield crash

The motorcyclist and passenger were taken to the hospital with life-threatening injuries after they were thrown from the bike in the crash on Saturday, police said.

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Bridgeport Mayor Joe Ganim to make his pitch before a committee Monday to get law license back

Mayor Joe Ganim is appearing before a committee in Hartford on Monday to ask for his law license back.

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Portable car wash debuts in Bridgeport

The design is able to be broken down for transport on a trailer.

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Bridgeport to demolish Pleasure Beach bridge, no replacement planned

The structure was severely damaged by fire in 1996.

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Bridgeport council scrutinizing motivations for Ganim’s restructuring

The mayor announced personnel changes that eliminated a potential political rival’s job.

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Monroe house fire that killed 69-year-old homeowner was sparked accidentally, officials say

Fire officials identified the deceased homeowner as Sarah Cotter, a longtime resident of Bagburn Hill Road.

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Bridgeport company seeking cannabis cultivator license sues, arguing state erred, lied, in application process

Among other claims, the suit alleges officials that misunderstood the ownership structure of the company, prompting the rejection.

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State Sen. Dennis Bradley faces primary challenge from party-endorsed Rev. Herron Gaston

The Rev. Herron Gaston, a Yale-educated activist who serves in Mayor Joe Ganim’s office, is hoping to wrestle away the Democratic nomination from Dennis Bradley on Tuesday.

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Police: Thieves steal car in North Haven, lead police on crime spree

The spree finally ended after the car crashed into another vehicle in Orange, and the suspects fled on foot and were captured, police said.

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Woman killed in Monroe house fire, officials say

Monroe firefighters were called the home in the 100 block of Bagburn Hill Road after a witness reported smoke from the home Friday morning.

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Hardy Lane, Long Hill sites eyed for new Trumbull senior center

Economic Development Director Rina Bakalar said American Rescue Plan Act funding will lead to competitive grants which could be used for a senior center.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Hardy-Lane-Long-Hill-sites-eyed-for-new-Trumbull-17354956.php

Ex-Bridgeport BOE chair Jessica Martinez ordered confined to home after alleged drug use

Jessica Martinez avoided jail time after allegedly testing positive for cocaine while out on bond in a federal campaign finance fraud case.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Ex-Bridgeport-BOE-chair-Jessica-Martinez-ordered-17354355.php

Former Fairfield CFO again seeks probation in fill pile case

Fairfield’s former chief financial officer, Robert Mayer, is again seeking a pretrial probation program.

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Fairfield’s Hazem Mohamed, 26, remembered for love of cars, travel, and making friends laugh

Hazem Mohamed was a man who wanted to make everyone smile.

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Police: Suspect in fatal Shelton crash was driving nearly 100 mph

The suspect is due in Derby Superior Court Aug. 15. He has not yet entered pleas in the case.

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Milford police looking for dog stolen during car theft

Milford police are looking for Leo, a 2-year-old golden doodle, who was stuck in the car while a person stole his owner’s blue Kia Forte from Boston Post Road on Thursday.

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Police: Bridgeport mom, 15, and baby missing for a week

Emily Benitez and her 5-month-old son Oliver Ortiz were reported missing July 27 by the family’s case worker with the state Department of Children and Families.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Police-Bridgeport-mom-15-and-baby-missing-for-17351916.php

Bridgeport Councilwoman Maria Pereira penalized after calling colleague an ‘ex-felon’

Pereira was barred from participating in council debates and removed from committees after refusing to apologize to a fellow member for calling him a “felon.”

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Bridgeport-Councilwoman-Maria-Pereira-penalized-17351903.php

Boston developer proposes 230,000-square-foot warehouse in Stratford

GFI Partners, the firm behind the redevelopment project, claims the distribution facility could create more than 120 jobs

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Bridgeport woman gets 3 months for filing false tax returns for clients, prosecutors say

A Bridgeport woman has been sentenced to three months in prison for preparing false tax returns for clients, federal prosecutors said.

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Official: Two hospitalized in Bridgeport double-stabbing

The incident was reported early Wednesday morning in the 200 block of Oak Street in Bridgeport, a city official said.

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Police: Armed with knife, Milford man uses racial slur, threatens to kill Walmart worker

A Milford man who police said used racial insults and threatened to kill an employee in a local Walmart — while holding a knife — faces charges.

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Police: Bridgeport man wounded in East End shooting

Bridgeport police said they were called to the 1200 block of Stratford Avenue after the city’s ShotSpotter system registered gunfire late Tuesday night.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Police-Bridgeport-man-wounded-in-East-End-17347745.php

Police: Bridgeport driver charged in fatal hit-and-run of Fairfield motorcyclist, 26

Jairo Guadalupe Lopez-Bonilla, 39 has been charged in the fatal hit-and-run crash that occurred Tuesday night on Kings Highway East in Fairfield, police said.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Police-Bridgeport-driver-charged-in-fatal-17347708.php

Milford police: Man hit person with car after basketball game fight

A Middletown man is accused of hitting another man with his car after a fight during a basketball game at Parsons Government Center in Milford earlier this year.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Milford-police-Man-hit-person-with-car-after-17346898.php

Bridgeport police seek burglar caught on home camera

Bridgeport police say a man was caught on a security camera breaking into a Frenchtown Road home Friday night.

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Police: Scooter rider hurt after colliding with car in Bridgeport

Bridgeport police said the incident happened Monday at the corner of Pembroke Street and Boston Avenue.,

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Two charged with assaulting officer at Milford bar, police say

A man and woman were each charged with assaulting an officer early Sunday night at Stonebridge Restaurant on Daniels Street.

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Fairfield firefighters, police make donation in honor of tow truck driver killed on highway

U.S. Sen. Richard Blumenthal visited Fairfield on Monday to highlight ‘Slow Down, Move Over’ nonprofit. Preliminary estimates released in May show a 16-year high for traffic fatalities on U.S. highways in 2021.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Fairfield-firefighters-police-make-donation-in-17343343.php