Moore challenged by Independent candidate in Senate race for Trumbull, Bridgeport, Monroe seat

The 22nd senate district in Connecticut includes parts of Bridgeport, Monroe and Trumbull.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/22nd-Senate-17530623.php

Bridgeport police officers rescue man from burning car

Bridgeport officials will honor city police officers who rescued an older man who was stuck in his burning car at Main and Grand streets on Saturday night.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Bridgeport-police-rescue-car-fire-17546621.php

Cops: Bridgeport man tried to flee after hitting state police cruiser on I-95 in Stratford

A Bridgeport man was charged early Monday when Connecticut State Police say he tried to flee after hitting one of their cruisers on Interstate-95 in Stratford.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/CT-state-police-cruiser-Bridgeport-Stratford-I-95-17546291.php

Bridgeport man stabbed in head and torso, police say

A Bridgeport man was stabbed several times near Orchard Street and Boston Avenue Sunday. The man's injuries appear to be not life-threatening, police said. 

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Bridgeport-man-stabbed-Orchard-StreetBoston-Avenue-17546189.php

A tent city grows in Bridgeport's East End

People experiencing homelessness have lived under the overpass for about two months, according to a housing advocate who donated the camp’s tents. One of its residents says he’s struggling to find housing, and landlords are rejecting other residents’ federal housing vouchers. 

 

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Homeless-camp-forms-under-East-End-bridge-17541123.php

One injured in shooting in Bridgeport's the Hollow neighborhood

A person was injured in the leg Sunday in a shooting in Bridgeport's the Hollow neighborhood, officials said. 

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/One-injured-in-shooting-in-Bridgeport-s-the-17545736.php

Man injured in car explosion in Bridgeport's East Side, officials say

Bridgeport police and firefighters responded to Vernon Street and Berkshire Avenue Sunday after a man was injured in a vehicle explosion.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Man-injured-bridgeport-car-explosion-17545286.php

Bridgeport police: One dead, another in custody after fatal stabbing on Atlantic Street

Justice Hunter, 23, of Bridgeport, was killed early Saturday after being fatally stabbed in the parking garage of the Ocean Park Apartments on Atlantic Street, Bridgeport police say.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Bridgeport-police-fatal-stabbing-17543876.php

Bridgeport Police Chief and others go over the edge in 4th annual event

The annual Over The Edge event now in it's fourth year, is doing so at the newly named M&T Bank regional headquarters. It has raised nearly $100,000 so far as of Friday evening.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/M-T-Bank-Rappels-down-building-hoping-to-repel-17541956.php

Trumbull's Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Taskforce 'looking for guidance, direction' two years later

Trumbull's Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Taskforce has largely focused on cultural events, but it wants to engage on more substantial topics in the future.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Trumbull-Equity-Taskforce-still-finding-its-17541885.php

Carjacking suspects arrested after highway pursuit, Milford police say

Three New Haven men linked to two armed carjackings in the area were arrested early Friday after fleeing a traffic stop, according to Milford police.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Carjacking-suspects-arrested-pursuit-Milford-17542494.php

A decade later, Bridgeport to again try charter revision

Council members earlier this month unanimously and with no debate took the first step to launching a new charter revision process, an effort last undertaken a decade ago when then-Mayor Bill Finch tried and failed to change the then-dysfunctional school board from an elected to appointed body. 

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/A-decade-later-Bridgeport-to-again-try-charter-17541564.php

Bridgeport man who killed brother sentenced to five years prison

A Bridgeport man, who fatally stabbed his brother, was sentenced to five years in prison.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Man-sentenced-to-five-years-for-killing-his-17542099.php

Fairfield lawyer held on $2 million bond after Wednesday standoff

A Fairfield lawyer was being held in lieu of $2 million bond after police had to force him out of his home.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Fairfield-lawyer-held-on-2-million-bond-17539164.php

Stratford developer pitches apartments for Success Ave. warehouse

The owner of a warehouse on Success Avenue in Stratford wants to convert the single-story structure into an apartment building with seven units. 

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Stratford-developer-proposes-converting-Success-17536218.php

WFSB-CT Insider forum with Lamont, Stefanowski to air at 7 p.m.

Lamont and Stefanowski spar on inflation, taxes, crime, police reform, their leadership, Covid management and education — in a forum that feels like a debate

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/WFSB-CT-Insider-forum-with-Lamont-Stefanowski-to-17538492.php

Police: Pepper spray lures Fairfield man out of home to end standoff

Fairfield police said Neal Bhatia was "extremely uncooperative" and refused to leave his home when they tried to arrest him on domestic violence charges.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Fairfield-police-standoff-Mona-Terrace-17537871.php

Gunshots reported in 'densely wooded' area, Milford police say

Milford cops said the shots reportedly occurred between the 900 block of New Haven Avenue and the 200 block of Baxter Lane, a site popular with turkey hunters.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Gunshots-reported-wooded-area-Milford-17537051.php

Westport proposes equity action plan to address disparities in schools

The plan was developed over the summer by a panel of teachers and school officials, who reviewed recommendations from a yearlong equity study.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Westport-school-district-proposes-action-plan-17536385.php

Milford police: Video shows man breaking into Athenian Diner

Milford police are looking to identify the man seen on video burglarizing the Athenian Diner on Boston Post Road last month.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Milford-Athenian-Diner-burglary-video-17535392.php

Stratford schools turn to technology with anonymous reporting app

The Stopit app is among other school safety measures implemented by the school district that include the hiring of a new safety director, specialists who will be trained in de-escalation and the installation of additional alert systems on school buildings.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Stratford-Public-Schools-launches-app-to-make-17530941.php

Male suspect who burglarized Milford brewery sought, police say

Milford police said the suspect burglarized Dockside Brewery on Oct. 2. No one was injured because the business had already closed for the night, police said.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Male-suspect-who-burglarized-Milford-brewery-17534420.php

Man who lived in Bridgeport under stolen identity for 20 years faces deportation

A citizen of St. Lucia will serve no additional prison time after he lived under a stolen identity in Bridgeport for about 20 years, federal prosecutors say.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Bridgeport-stolen-identity-St-lucia-17533972.php

Stratford man charged in fatal downtown Bridgeport shooting

Joseph Omar DeJesus, 38, of Stratford, is being held on $2 million bond in connection with a shooting in downtown Bridgeport early on the morning of Oct. 8.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Man-charged-in-downtown-Bridgeport-shootings-17533794.php

How did a national search for Bridgeport's next top cop end with 3 internal finalists?

A national search for the next Bridgeport police chief resulted in 17 of 19 candidates being from Connecticut, New York or New Jersey.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Majority-of-applicants-for-Bridgeport-police-17533561.php

Police: Farmington woman, 37, found dead in Milford apartment

David Edward Vasquez has been charged with cruelty and other offenses after Milford police say he did not immediately report the woman's death.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Farmington-woman-dead-Milford-apartment-17533444.php

Westport police warn of increase in fraudulent practice known as 'check washing'

Westport police are advising residents and visitors to refrain from paying by check amid a local spike in a certain type of check fraud known as "check washing."

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Westport-police-warn-increased-check-washing-17531770.php

Boys who crashed stolen car tried to flee via Uber, Trumbull police say

Four boys who crashed a stolen Hyundai Sonata were apprehended early Monday as they attempted to evade officers by calling an Uber, according to Trumbull police. The boys included a 12-year-old.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Boys-crashed-stolen-car-Trumbull-fled-via-Uber-17531608.php

Bridgeport man charged with molesting children at Seaside Park playground

Police said 57-year-old Djibril Ali chased the crying children around the playground at the park, grabbing their rear ends Friday afternoon.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Man-charged-with-molesting-children-at-Bridgeport-17530833.php

Father of missing toddler Vanessa Morales due in court today for Ansonia murder case

The father of missing toddler Vanessa Morales is due in Milford court Monday in connection with the 2019 homicide of the child's mother in Ansonia.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Vanessa-Morales-Ansonia-murder-missing-toddler-17529892.php

Bridgeport police: Woman's ear injured in late night shooting

 A woman suffered a non-life-threatening injury to her ear in a shooting Saturday night, according to a Bridgeport city spokesperson.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Bridgeport-police-Woman-s-ear-injured-in-shooting-17529032.php

Bridgeport's Liceo Cubano brings together Hispanic community, even as membership drops

The Cuban Club was created in 1954 and originally catered to Cuban Americans but has since then become made up of various Hispanic cultures.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Cuban-Lyceum-endures-despite-demographic-changes-17509739.php

Should Bridgeport get rid of tinted police cruiser windows?

At a public forum, Councilman Frederick Hodges urged the three police chief contenders to remove the tinted windshields and side windows installed in the front of many patrol cruisers.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Bridgeport-get-rid-tinted-police-cruiser-windows-17524919.php

Bridgeport changes policy to get police cadets on streets faster

The department has around 290 officers and Acting Police Chief Rebeca Garcia has said that is 130 short of optimal. 

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Bridgeport-changes-policy-to-get-police-cadets-17525440.php

Stratford no longer among CT's 25 most distressed communities

The Connecticut Department of Economic and Community Development removed Stratford from its list of most economically distressed municipalities, a decision hailed by local officials. 

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/After-two-years-Stratford-no-longer-considered-17523125.php

Linden Avenue site eyed for new Stratford Starbucks

The owners of a 0.7-acre site on Linden Avenue are seeking Stratford's approval to build a 2,300-square-foot Starbucks coffee shop and drive-thru.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Starbucks-eyes-Linden-Avenue-site-for-new-17522604.php

Apology offer doesn't sway judge, bond set at $100K for Bridgeport purse snatch suspect

Bridgeport man charged with stealing elderly woman's purse as she stood on her front porch.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Man-charged-with-stealing-purse-from-elderly-woman-17522889.php

Working Families oppose Martinez's return to Bridgeport council

East End Democratic leader Ralph Ford said Tuesday he hopes to forward a recommended candidate to replace Wanda Simmons to the council for members to vote at their first meeting in November. 

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Working-Families-try-to-block-Martinez-s-return-17522854.php

Police: Couple facing drug, gun charges following Trumbull chase

Trumbull police said they arrested a Wethersfield couple for possession of guns and fentanyl following a chase in a stolen sports utility vehicle.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Police-couple-found-with-guns-and-fentanyl-17522793.php

Bridgeport fire displaces 17 residents of East Main Street apartment

The American Red Cross said it is assisting four families, including 12 adults and five children, who were displaced by an East Main Street fire on Thursday.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Bridgeport-fire-American-Red-Cross-East-Main-St-17522849.php

Ganim facing pressure on Bridgeport police chief choices

Many people will in the coming weeks seek to influence Mayor Joe Ganim's choice to lead the force as he weighs resumes, public safety and political implications.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Ganim-facing-pressure-on-Bridgeport-police-chief-17519501.php

Former Bridgeport labor director files wrongful termination suit

Andre Forde, who served about two months as the city’s chief labor negotiator, claims in his lawsuit that he was fired in August in violation of the city charter.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Andre-Forde-sues-Bridgeport-wrongful-termination-17519906.php

'Glitter bandit' pleads guilty to bank robberies in Stratford and Bridgeport

A woman nicknamed the "Glitter Bandit" faces 7 years after pleading guilty to three bank robberies.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Glitter-bandit-faces-7-years-17520034.php

5 Bridgeport men convicted of large-scale drug operation

Federal prosecutors said the Bridgeport men were connected with Mexican-sourced drug suppliers in California who provided them with fentanyl and heroin.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Bridgeport-drug-trafficking-Mexico-fentanyl-heroin-17519984.php

State issues key permit for long-shuttered Bridgeport bridge

The Congress Street drawbridge over the Pequonnock River got stuck in the open position in 1997, and stayed that way until it was demolished in 2010.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/State-issues-key-permit-for-long-shuttered-17516990.php

Unofficial results show Bridgeport Councilman Marcus Brown leads do-over state House primary

Both campaigns reported Brown won the 127th state House primary by 136 votes, but official results were not immediately available from the Democratic Registrar.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Bridgeport-Councilman-Marcus-Brown-State-Rep-17518460.php

One hospitalized after crash involving car on fire Tuesday, Bridgeport officials say

One person was transported to the emergency room following a three-car crash in Bridgeport Tuesday afternoon, fire officials said. 

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/One-hospitalized-after-crash-involving-car-on-17518108.php

TV personality, chainsaw sculptor wows Derby middle schoolers

Jesse Green, a well-known sculptor and television host who creates art using a chainsaw, unveiled a wooden sculpture for the school on Tuesday.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Jesse-Green-inspires-Derby-Middle-Schoolers-with-17517717.php

Bridgeport to pay Jayson Negron's family $500K in settlement over fatal police shooting lawsuit

The City Council on Monday agreed to pay the teenager's family $500,000 to settle a federal lawsuit filed after Negron was fatally shot by a Bridgeport police officer in 2017.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Bridgeport-pay-500K-Negron-family-settlement-17517570.php

Bridgeport voters return to polls after judge orders new state House primary over ballot fraud

State Rep. Jack Hennessy, the Park City’s longest serving state lawmaker, is hoping to beat back a well-organized challenge from City Councilman Marcus Brown.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Bridgeport-voters-return-to-polls-after-judge-17517379.php

M&T Bank unveils $6 million in grants for Connecticut nonprofits

Projects funded by the grants include job training and mentorship programs and helping businesses owned by women and minorities grow, the bank said. 

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/M-T-Bank-announces-grants-to-nonprofits-serving-17514815.php

Suspect in North End burglaries arrested, Bridgeport police say

Bridgeport man Rajiv Holness, 23, has been burglarizing Sacred Heart University off-campus rental properties in the city's North End for the last few months, according to Bridgeport police.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Suspect-North-End-burglaries-arrested-Bridgeport-17515871.php

Apartment plan for Stratford’s former Masonic temple advances

The owners of Stratford's former Masonic Temple on Main Street are proposing to convert the 102-year-old structure into a 38-unit apartment complex. 

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Apartment-proposal-for-Stratford-s-former-17515096.php

How much have Bridgeport police chief candidates cost city in lawsuits?

All three candidates for Bridgeport police chief have been involved in lawsuits against the city, or each other.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Police-chief-candidates-cost-city-thousands-in-17514644.php

Triple shooting an anomaly in downtown Bridgeport

Homicides in downtown Bridgeport are rare, with only three occurring in the area between 2011 and 2021, according to data obtained by Hearst Connecticut Media from the state’s Office of the Chief Medical Examiner. 

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/For-many-downtown-Bridgeport-business-owners-17507383.php

Security cameras at center of latest Derby City Hall kerfuffle

Derby police confirmed officers had been notified of a missing item at Derby City Hall but said there had not been a report.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Derby-removes-cameras-from-City-Hall-17504253.php

Man pleads guilty in Bridgeport to escaping from custody, feds say

Charles Harrison, 34, who was sentenced to 10 years in prison for a narcotics trafficking offense in December 2012, allegedly failed to return to his halfway house after leaving for the day in September 2021, according to federal officials.

 

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Man-pleads-guilty-escape-Bloomfield-halfway-house-17510783.php

Suspect in July XtraMart robbery arrested, Ansonia police say

Christian Borrero, 18, of New Haven, was involved in the armed robbery of a Wakelee Avenue XtraMart July 7, according to Ansonia police. He was arrested Oct. 6.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Suspect-Ansonia-XtraMart-July-robbery-arrested-17510484.php

Missing Bridgeport teen reunited with his family

Jael Martinez, who had been missing since Sept. 27, was back home Thursday after he was found in Hartford.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Missing-teen-reunited-with-family-17509628.php

Bridgeport veterinarian charged with cruelty gets probation, surrenders license

Dr. Amr Wasfi, the operator of the Black Rock Animal Hospital, agreed to surrender his license and never practice veterinarian medicine again.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Bridgeport-veterinarian-gets-probation-in-cruelty-17509727.php

Bridgeport police chief finalists interviewed by City Council

Thursday night the three finalists for top cop  —  Acting Chief Rebeca Garcia, Captain Lonnie Blackwell and retired Captain Roderick Porter  —  spent three hours trying to convince Bridgeport's legislative body they were the best individual to lead the force.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Bridgeport-cop-chief-finalists-interviewed-by-17509239.php

Bridgeport swears in 11 new police detectives

Those promoted were: Carlos Vazquez, Jose Bahr, Robert Pascone, Phillip Norris, Victor Rodriguez, Jr., Joseph Cruz Ill, Alfred Cesar, Aaron Rivera, John Knapp, Davon Polite and Michael Davila.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Bridgeport-swears-in-11-new-detectives-17507095.php

‘Love is not supposed to hurt:’ Bridgeport honors domestic violence victims at vigil

The vigil, which was attended by more than 200 people, including local elected officials, was held to mark Domestic Violence Awareness Month. 

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Greater-Bridgeport-honors-domestic-violence-victim-17505464.php

Three men arrested at drug sales hot spot Tuesday, Bridgeport police say

Officers found two of the men in possession of marijuana and a third in possession of a napkin containing crack cocaine, according to Bridgeport police.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Men-arrested-weapons-narcotics-sales-Bridgeport-17505265.php

Police: Bridgeport kids found in deplorable conditions during drug raid

Four young children were found living in a cockroach-infested apartment during a raid of a suspected Bridgeport drug den.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Kids-found-in-deplorable-conditions-during-raid-17504664.php

Ansonia sees drops in crimes, arrests from 2021 to 2021

In Ansonia, there were 262 assaults reported in 2019, and 301 in 2020. That number dropped to 120 in 2021. Rapes have seen a similar decline, from 10 in 2019 to seven in 2020. But in 2021 there were only two such incidents in Ansonia.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Ansonia-sees-lower-crime-rates-more-arrests-in-17502205.php

Police ID Bridgeport man, 29, killed in triple shooting

Bridgeport police identified 29-year-old Dominique Jones who was killed in a triple shooting near Fairfield Avenue and Broad Street early Saturday.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Bridgeport-triple-shooting-Dominique-Jones-17503738.php

Bridgeport police chief finalists pitch vision at first public forum

The three finalists wrestled with an officer shortage, trust with law enforcement, calls for more training and other challenges facing Bridgeport's police department. 

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Bridgeport-police-chief-finalists-pitch-vision-at-17502963.php

Gray Infiniti sedan used in September abduction and robbery, Bridgeport police say

The car, an Infiniti Q70, has been linked to the Sept. 26 abduction and robbery of a 27-year-old North End businessman, according to Bridgeport police. 

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Gray-Infiniti-sedan-used-in-September-abduction-17502351.php

Bridgeport man pleads guilty to fatally shooting 12-year-old boy in 2018

Tajay Chambers pleaded guilty and faces up to 35 years for the fatal shooting of 12-year-old Clinton Howell in 2018.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Bridgeport-pleads-guilty-killing-boy-12-shooting-17501558.php

In reversal, Bridgeport school board revives controversial superintendent search committee

Unlike the original superintendent search committee, the new group will only be allowed to meet in private to review resumes and to conduct preliminary interviews.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Bridgeport-school-board-superintendent-search-17499652.php

Police: Bridgeport hookah lounge raided for illegal armed security and no alcohol permit

Nine men were charged during a raid Sunday of Off Da Hookah Lounge, which Bridgeport police say had illegal security and no alcohol permit.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Off-Da-Hookah-Lounge-Bridgeport-raid-security-17498631.php

Consultant: Bridgeport's streets need $92M in repairs, upkeep

Consultant's VHB's review of the 278 miles of municipally-maintained roads gave them an overall average rating of "fair," a 75 on a scale of 0 to 100, but just three points outside of the "deficient condition" range. 

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Bridgeport-paving-repairs-roads-17485951.php

Trumbull car thefts drop after 2020 spike, crime data shows

Trumbull Police Chief Michael Lombardo said the department has warned residents on social media and in television broadcasts to lock their cars.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Car-thefts-in-Trumbull-dropping-since-2020-spike-17478746.php

Official: 2 adults, 2 children displaced after Hope Street fire in Bridgeport

Two adults and two children were displaced after a fire broke out in the first floor of a Hope Street home in the Black Rock section of Bridgeport on Friday afternoon, an official said.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/hope-street-fire-17496177.php

Shelton felon caught with shotgun while awaiting trial for other gun offenses, officials say

Shelton resident, previously convicted of gun and burglary offenses, was awaiting trial for new weapons charges when he was caught with shotgun, officials said.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Shelton-felon-shotgun-Miguel-Rivera-Macho-17496000.php

Bridgeport man, 29, killed in triple shooting, police say

Bridgeport police say a 29-year-old man was killed, while two others were wounded early Saturday near Fairfield Avenue and Broad Street.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Bridgeport-shooting-Fairfield-Avenue-Broad-Street-17495653.php

Sound on Sound organizers drop plans for 2nd festival for now

Sound on the Sound offered big names like Stevie Nicks, Dave Matthews, Brandy Carlile and The Roots. A year ago there was talk about the other festival focusing on jam bands or possibly country music. The total attendance for the four days was estimated to have been 100,000.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Sound-on-Sound-organizers-drop-plans-for-2nd-17488659.php

University of Bridgeport's first enrollment increase in five years driven by international students

The University of Bridgeport says almost half of its newly enrolled students are international students. They applied thanks to a partnership between the university’s international admissions office and a Rhode Island-based firm, according to the university.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/University-of-Bridgeport-enrollment-increase-17491860.php

Bridgeport man sought by police in connection with multiple stabbing surrenders at courthouse

Alika McFarlane was charged with attempted murder and two counts of first-degree assault. He was out on bond on prior assault, gun and drug charges.

 

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Bridgeport-man-sought-stabbing-courthouse-17494234.php

Columbus Day parade returns to Bridgeport

According to the parade organizer, the parade is the oldest parade of its kind in the Northeast and is even older than the New York City Columbus Day Parade. The parade was first celebrated in Bridgeport in 1908 and has been an official state holiday since 1909.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Columbus-Day-Parade-returns-to-Bridgeport-17493825.php

Family of missing teen tells Bridgeport police they received ransom call

State police have issued a silver alert for Jael Martinez, who they said went missing on Sept. 27.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Police-disappearance-Jael-Martinez-ransom-call-17491835.php

Ansonia sets aside $15K for police accreditation

The Board of Apportionment and Taxation voted Monday to transfer $15,000 from the police department’s claims account to a new line item, titled Police Accreditation.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Ansonia-PD-to-spend-15k-on-police-accreditation-17489013.php

Fairfield officials: Historic home could have been 'major fire loss' after blaze

The home's fireplace suffered damage and was condemned by the Fairfield Building Department in the wake of the blaze, according to Fairfield fire officials.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Fairfield-historic-home-damage-fire-17489494.php

Deer freed from soccer net in Fairfield backyard, officials say

The deer, an eight-point buck, had become ensnared in the soccer net and was unable to stand by itself in the Fairfield yard, fire officials said.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/cannabis/article/Fairfield-deer-soccer-net-firefighters-17489392.php

When will sale of Bridgeport's Sikorsky Airport to Connecticut Airport Authority happen?

The timeline for the sale of Sikorsky Airport in Stratford to the Connecticut Airport Authority remains unknown, as some say it's taken longer than expected.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/sale-Bridgeport-Sikorsky-Airport-CT-authority-17489133.php

Former Fairfield official arraigned on animal cruelty, domestic abuse charges

Former Fairfield Representative Town Meeting member Raymond Neuberger, who previously was charged with badly injuring two dogs, is accused of assaulting his girlfriend and beating her cat to death.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Former-Fairfield-official-arraigned-on-animal-17489171.php

Man pleads guilty to fatally shooting 'hero' Bridgeport barber

A Bridgeport man is facing 25 years after he pleaded guilty to fatally shooting a barber who police said jumped in front of his customers to protect them.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Man-pleads-guilty-to-fatally-shooting-barber-17488707.php

Brown to appeal as judge sets date for Bridgeport state House primary

A judge has ordered a new Democratic primary for the 127th house district for mid-October, giving the city less than two weeks to prepare.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/New-primary-scheduled-for-Bridgeport-state-house-17488813.php

Stratford man pleads guilty to shooting at murder witness

A Stratford man is facing 10 years after he pleaded guilty to shooting at a witness in an upcoming murder trial.

from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Stratford-man-pleads-guilty-to-shooting-at-murder-17488575.php

Police: Fairfield man accused of dog abuse in 2018 charged after death of cat

Raymond Neuberger, 38, a former Fairfield official, allegedly inflicted blunt force trauma that resulted in the death of a cat. Neuberger was previously charged with abusing two spaniels.

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Judge cuts former Bridgeport personnel director's pension over police chief scandal

A judge has ordered Bridgeport's former personnel director's pension cut in half for his actions in helping Armando Perez cheat on the police chief process.

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Bridgeport opted out of discounted Sound on Sound tix for locals

The contract between festival organizers and the city allotted up to 1,000 discounted tickets for use by nonprofit organizations and city residents, but city officials did not take advantage of it.

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Sen. Murphy talks gun violence, trafficking at Bridgeport forum

U.S. Sen. Chris Murphy discussed federal anti gun violence efforts with a coalition of state and local officials at a Bridgeport roundtable forum Monday.

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In New Haven, Murphy & DeLauro promise fuel aid to Valley nonprofit

Overall the federal government will give an additional $1 billion to the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program. The program is meant for low income households that have trouble paying for energy costs.

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Derby craftsman's $25K watches bring Swiss precision to the Valley

With experience at Tiffany & Co., Tourneau and Breitling, it was a community college program offered through Derby schools that got Lovell Hunter his start as a maker of fine watches.

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Despite strict rules, Stratford approves tattoo studio at Barnum Avenue shopping plaza

Despite strict regulations limiting tattoo shops, the Stratford Zoning Commission approved plans to open a tattoo studio at the former home to a Cricket Wireless. 

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Bridgeport police: Man robbed 11-year-old getting off school bus

Bridgeport police have released photos of a man they say robbed an 11-year-old child last week after getting dropped off by a school bus on East Main Street.

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Stratford awarded $6 million for new Main Street upgrades

The state funds will cover the cost of upgrades along a nearly one mile-long stretch of Stratford's Main Street between Barnum and Windsor avenues. 

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Milford girl reads 1,000 books before kindergarten

Emma Richards started the 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten challenge at the Milford Library when she was 4, completing it in about a year.

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Bridgeport man on lam from CT halfway house arrested in Georgia, officials say

Forenza R. Murphy had been on the run since escaping a halfway house in early August, according to the Henry County Sheriff's Office in Georgia.

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Bridgeport may cut police, other union health costs

A new labor pact may indicate Mayor Joe Ganim's administration is preparing to assume a larger share of the health care burden for the city workforce.

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Derby High School and Middle School students improve ELA and Math scores according to state

Derby Public Schools announced their test scores improved during the pandemic, in contrast to most school districts statewide which have seen test scores fall.

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