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Sunday, March 31, 2024

2 dead, 2 injured in shooting near intersection of Stratford Avenue and Logan Street, Bridgeport police say

Bridgeport police said three gunshot victims were found at the scene in the area of Stratford Avenue and Logan Street while a fourth was located at a hospital.



from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/bridgeport-shooting-stratford-ave-logan-st-2-dead-19377775.php

Stratford approves updated plans for 100-unit Lordship apartment building

A developer who sought to increase the size of an already approved Stratford apartment building has agreed to keep the structure at 100 units.



from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/stratford-approves-updated-plans-100-unit-19375504.php

Saturday, March 30, 2024

Why Bridgeport’s flat grand list could indicate trouble: ‘We’re really not growing the way we should’

Grand list growth means more tax revenues to help fund services, but Bridgeport did not see a hoped-for increase in 2023 and the list actually declined a bit.



from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/bridgeport-grand-list-2023-taxes-19373792.php

Bridgeport firefighter arrested, charged with taking narcotics from scene of fatal overdose

Harold Clarke Jr. 28, was charged with interfering with an officer and tampering with evidence.



from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/harold-clarke-jr-firefighter-bridgeport-drugs-19374998.php

Friday, March 29, 2024

Stratford approves fourth Starbucks location featuring 2-lane drive-thru on East Main Street

The new owners of Knotts Landing in Stratford have won approval to build a Starbucks at the shopping center on East Main Street. 



from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/stratford-approves-new-starbucks-coffee-shop-19375222.php

Milford man charged in violent Boston Post Road robbery, police say

Milford police say Ahma Pasha Jr., 23, is facing multiple charges after he choked a man and stole his wallet and other items in January.



from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/milford-arrest-robbery-choking-ahmad-pasha-jr-19375496.php

Stratford superintendent probe nears end, attorneys plan to interview suspended schools chief

Stratford school board attorneys tasked with investigating suspended Superintendent Uyi Osunde are expected to interview him in the coming weeks. 



from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/stratford-boe-attorneys-interview-osunde-19373192.php

Trumbull's Plasko's Farm eyes adding mini golf to entertainment options

Plasko's Farm is hoping Planning and Zoning Commission will allow it to build a mini golf course on the property.



from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/trumbull-plaskos-farm-mini-golf-course-19357317.php

Thursday, March 28, 2024

Hamden man who embezzled $300K from clients in Milford and Durham can't get sentence reduced

Travis Smith, 45, pleaded guilty to two counts of first-degree larceny at state Superior Court in Middletown in June 2022.



from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/hamden-larceny-crime-court-19370906.php

CT hospital's use of anesthetic during biopsy killed Bridgeport woman's skin tissues, lawsuit claims

A woman is suing Bridgeport Hospital and Yale, claiming the use of an inappropriate anesthetic during a biopsy of her breast killed some of her skin tissue.



from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/bridgeport-hospital-lawsuit-biopsy-anesthetic-yale-19372026.php

Thomas Hicks, former Sacred Heart University professor and longtime Trumbull resident, dies at 90

Longtime Trumbull resident Thomas Hicks died on March 9 at the age of 90. Hicks was a professor at Sacred Heart University until he retired.



from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/trumbull-thomas-hicks-obituary-sacred-heart-19361378.php

Wednesday, March 27, 2024

Judge: Bridgeport must approve self-storage facility at former Stop & Shop

Bridgeport zoning board must OK storage facility for former Stop & Shop site, judge rules.



from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/bridgeport-madison-ave-stop-shop-storage-19371590.php

Bridgeport school board OKs $309M budget request for 2024-25, a $41M increase

The added $20 million in city funding is part of requested $41 million increase over the current budget.



from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/bridgeport-school-board-approved-309m-budget-19371305.php

Carjacking reported at Milford I-95 northbound rest area, police say

Connecticut State Police said no one was injured during the carjacking early Wednesday morning at the Interstate 95 northbound rest area in Milford.



from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/i-95-carjacking-milford-rest-area-19370755.php

Tuesday, March 26, 2024

Fairfield sues over UI monopole project

Fairfield claims Sitting Council did not consider residents in approving electric pole plan.



from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/fairfield-ui-monopole-siting-council-19369374.php

Westport police charge Naugatuck man, two juveniles after car burglary, chase

Westport police say a Naugatuck man and two juveniles suspected of breaking into a car near Compo Beach were arrested early Tuesday after a chase.



from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/westport-compo-beach-car-burglary-arrest-chase-19369311.php

Three thefts over weekend in Fairfield under investigation, not believed to be connected, police say

Fairfield police said one theft occurred on Saturday evening while the other two occurred on Sunday morning in different parts of town. 



from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/fairfield-three-thefts-over-weekend-investigated-19368769.php

Monday, March 25, 2024

Milford convenience store may collapse after pickup truck crash, officials say

The Speedy Mart convenience store on Meadowside Road in Milford was deemed unsafe for occupation Monday after being struck by a pickup truck, the fire department said.



from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/milford-speedy-mart-meadowside-pickup-truck-crash-19367917.php

Video shows thieves looting Fairfield smoke shop after crashing into store, police say

Fairfield police said thieves were seen on video crashing into Mohegan Smoke Shop before stealing items from the Tunxis Hill Cutoff store early Sunday.



from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/fairfield-mohegan-smoke-shop-car-crash-video-19367322.php

Police investigating Seymour High School-themed Instagram account where comments made about students

Principal Jim Freund warned of the account "where derogatory and hurtful remarks are made about our kids."



from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/seymour-high-instagram-police-investigate-19362895.php

Sunday, March 24, 2024

Bridgeport school closure plan prompts district-wide building review

Following a controversial proposal to shutter six schools, city officials will now first hire a consultant to come up with a needs assessment and master plan for all of the district's buildings.



from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/bridgeport-to-assess-state-of-all-school-buildings-19363865.php

Saturday, March 23, 2024

Child, 1, two others hospitalized after car goes off Route 8 in Shelton, fire official says

A car veered off Route 8 between exits 13 and 12 and struck a tree Saturday morning, hospitalized a one-year-old child and two other people, officials said.



from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/shelton-crash-tree-route-8-child-19364852.php

Bridgeport grapples with city hall marriage glut, unregulated justices of the peace

Bridgeport officials are trying to deal with issues arising from marriage ceremonies by justices of the peace at the Margaret Morton Government Center downtown. 



from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/should-bridgeport-ban-marriages-at-city-hall-19363438.php

Friday, March 22, 2024

Bridgeport police 'aggressively' investigating pork products left at local mosque, chief says

Bridgeport police said they are investigating a possible hate crime after pork products were left at a local mosque during the current celebration of Ramadan.



from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/bridgeport-cops-probe-alleged-hate-crime-at-mosque-19363137.php

Former Norwalk minister sentenced for sex assault of Bridgeport boys — 'These children trusted you'

Youth minister is accused of sexually assaulting children in Bridgeport, Norwalk and Shelton.



from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/jean-bernard-bridgeport-norwalk-shelton-minister-19362746.php

Parents of Fairfield Prep student James McGrath sue Shelton homeowners where he was fatally stabbed

The parents of Fairfield Prep student James McGrath are suing the owners of a Shelton home where he was fatally stabbed at a 2022 party.



from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/james-mcgrath-stabbing-shelton-party-lawsuit-19195596.php

Thursday, March 21, 2024

Bridgeport crews fight fire at Asylum Street transfer station, officials say

Bridgeport officials say firefighters battled a blaze at the Asylum Street transfer station on Thursday afternoon, and there were no injuries.



from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/bridgeport-fire-at-asylum-street-transfer-station-19361408.php

Family of Mubarak Soulemane, killed by state cop, to speak Thursday

Last Friday a jury found State Trooper Brian North not guilty of first-degree manslaughter for killing the 19-year-old Soulemane in 2020.



from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/mubarak-soulemane-brian-north-press-conference-19357052.php

The Trumbull Farmers Market is moving to Twin Brooks Park with change in vendors, no food trucks

Among the changes in store for the market at the new location will be a focus on food and produce with no crafts or services.



from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/trumbull-farmers-market-nichols-association-18925279.php

Wednesday, March 20, 2024

New Haven man gets 12 years in 2013 Bridgeport murder

Raashon “Red Dreads” Jackson was convicted seven years ago of the murder of 26-year-old LaChristopher Pettway only to have that conviction overturned.



from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/lachristopher-pettway-raashon-jackson-19313111.php

Stratford developer proposes 40-unit apartment complex at Bridgeport border

The owner of a mixed-use building that straddles Stratford's border with Bridgeport is proposing to expand the structure into a 40-unit apartment complex.



from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/stratford-developer-proposes-40-unit-success-19251856.php

Bridgeport cracks down on city employees conducting weddings on city time

A top mayoral aide Monday issued a memo warning staffers who have the authority to perform marriages not to do so while on the clock.



from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/bridgeport-employees-told-to-stop-marrying-couples-19255145.php

Tuesday, March 19, 2024

Bridgeport man gets 50 years in double shooting that killed city teen, wounded Stamford man

A jury found Tikhari Morton guilty of first-degree manslaughter by reckless indifference to human life, first-degree assault and possession of a pistol without a permit.



from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/tikhari-morton-2017-shooting-gregory-francilme-19202478.php

Bridgeport felon charged with having loaded, stolen gun, police say

Boysie Vega, 32, a convicted felon, was found by officers in possession of a stolen firearm "loaded with a 17-round magazine," Bridgeport police said.



from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/bridgeport-felon-arrest-vega-stolen-firearm-loaded-19245041.php

Danbury couple brings Nathan's Famous hot dogs back to Trumbull Mall after 15-year hiatus

Nathan's Famous took over the former McDonald's location in the Trumbull Mall food court. The location also includes Arthur Treacher's Fish & Chips.



from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/trumbull-nathans-famous-mall-mcdonalds-18968888.php

Monday, March 18, 2024

Bridgeport man arrested in $100,000 jewelry store heist, police say

Bridgeport police said Adam Buster and others robbed ABC Jewelry where they pistol-whipped workers and made off with $100,000 in jewelry last June.



from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/bridgeport-abc-jewelry-robbery-arrest-adam-buster-19209166.php

Snapchat threat targeting Stratford schools prompts extra security measures, police say

Stratford police say there is a heightened law enforcement presence at local schools Monday after a threat was posted on Snapchat.



from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/stratford-schools-snapchat-threat-police-security-19202411.php

Ganim backs Bridgeport school closures, says he was in dark about proposal's timing

Bridgeport Mayor Joe Ganim said he supports Superintendent Carmela Levy-David's plan to close six city schools over the next three years.



from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/ganim-bridgeport-school-closing-levy-david-19026985.php

Sunday, March 17, 2024

Eight citations issued, two arrested at Fairfield Sham Jam event, police say

Fairfield police say they arrested two people and issued infraction citations to eight others during the Sham Jam event on the beach over the weekend.



from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/fairfield-sham-jam-event-arrests-citation-penfield-19173095.php

Stratford mayor proposes $260M budget, pledges to fund school librarian jobs slated to be cut

Stratford Mayor Laura Hoydick has proposed a $260 million budget that she says spares school librarians from budget ax.



from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/stratford-mayor-proposes-260m-budget-keeps-taxes-19069838.php

Trumbull veterans center gets $1.2M federal grant; groundbreaking could come within weeks

Trumbull was approved for $1.2 million toward the new veterans center after President Biden signed the Fiscal Year 2024 spending bill Friday.



from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/trumbull-veterans-first-responders-building-grant-18926031.php

Saturday, March 16, 2024

One hospitalized, four displaced in house fire on Belleview Terrace in Ansonia, officials say

A group of people evacuated the home and told first responders that "their bedroom was on fire," the Ansonia Fire Department said.



from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/ansonia-house-fire-belleview-displaced-19122431.php

Man shot in leg after leaving Bridgeport strip club, police say

Bridgeport police said a 34-year-old city man was shot in the leg after leaving a local strip club on Main Street early Saturday.



from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/bridgeport-shooting-strip-club-mystique-19120783.php

Monroe officials say Aldi store near Trumbull border will give residents more options

Aldi grocery chain will open a new store in Monroe this year at 205 Monroe Turnpike, according to officials. 



from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/monroe-aldi-new-business-trumbull-border-19077185.php

Friday, March 15, 2024

Bridgeport administration gets new look as Ganim names staffers

Mayor Joe Ganim has named a new chief administrative officer, public facilities director and other top aides as he begins his new four-year term running Bridgeport.



from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/ganim-makes-key-personnel-changes-in-bridgeport-19020990.php

Jury deliberations resume in CT state trooper's manslaughter trial in shooting of Mubarak Soulemane

A jury resumes deliberations Friday in Connecticut State Police Trooper Brian North's manslaughter trial in death of Mubarak Soulemane.



from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/ct-trooper-brian-north-verdict-watch-soulemane-19059475.php

Bridgeport superintendent drops June date to close 3 elementary schools at third parent forum

Bridgeport Superintendent Carmela Levy-David on Thursday announced that she is no longer proposing to close three elementary schools by the start of the summer.



from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/bridgeport-superintendent-drops-planned-june-18971648.php

After Trumbull complaints, Stop & Shop says company takes quality 'very seriously'

The grocery chain, which is headquartered in Massachusetts, has 19 stores in Connecticut, according to the company's website. 



from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/trumbull-stop-and-shop-petition-complaint-19018797.php

Thursday, March 14, 2024

Judge questions Bridgeport's denial of Madison Ave. self-storage facility

Simcove corp. purchased the shuttered Madison Avenue Stop & Shop in August 2021 for $4 million. The store closed in 2012.



from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/bridgeport-self-storage-madison-ave-19020372.php

Jury deliberations continue in CT state trooper's manslaughter trial in Mubarak Soulemane's death

Connecticut State Police Trooper Brian North faces up to 40 years in prison if convicted of first-degree manslaughter in death of Mubarak Soulemane.



from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/ct-state-police-trooper-soulemane-verdict-watch-18998786.php

Wednesday, March 13, 2024

Bridgeport man gets 35 years for fatally shooting friend — 'Shockingly senseless offense'

Bridgeport man Jerrel Baker told the judge he fatally shot his friend by mistake because he thought he was being set up.



from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/jerrel-baker-daron-jones-shooting-bridgeport-18931823.php

Former NYPD cop final witness in CT state trooper's manslaughter trial in Mubarak Soulemane's death

Former NYPD cop will be state's only rebuttal witness in Connecticut State Police Trooper Brian North's manslaughter trial in death of Mubarak Soulemane.

 



from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/ct-trooper-brian-north-mubarak-soulemane-trial-18959856.php

Stratford approves Budr Cannabis for hybrid dispensary near Shelton border

A Connecticut-based cannabis company has won approval to open a dispensary at a shopping center in Stratford's North End.



from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/stratford-approves-hybrid-cannabis-dispensary-18921369.php

Tuesday, March 12, 2024

Police: Milford man charged with stealing $272k in deposits for incomplete construction projects

Leonardo Addario, of Reputation Builders, was charged with three counts of first-degree larceny Monday, according to Milford police. 



from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/milford-reputation-builders-larceny-arrest-18920340.php

Stratford man gets 7 years in federal prison for dealing meth and oxycodone

Edward Johnson, of Stratford, previously pleaded guilty to possessing meth and oxycodone with intent to distribute following a 2022 bust, authorities said.



from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/stratford-edward-johnson-meth-oxycodone-drug-bust-18914973.php

Experts who found CT state police trooper justified in Mubarak Soulemane's killing to testify today

Deadly force experts, first retained by a prosecutor who handled the case, will testify today in Connecticut State Police Trooper Brian North's trial in Mubarak Soulemane's death.



from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/ct-police-trooper-brian-north-mubarak-soulemane-18915705.php

Judge nixes deal for Fairfield teen mental health treatment center in Greenfield Hill

Judge rules proposed Fairfield teen treatment center violates zoning rules.



from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/newport-academy-fairfield-mental-health-treatment-18881866.php

Monday, March 11, 2024

Seymour's Coe Pond Dam at risk of breach, considered 'high hazard'

Coe Pond Dam – which sits on Kinneytown Dam land in Seymour – is in such disrepair it poses an imminent public safety risk to the surrounding area, according to a recent inspection of the property. 



from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/coe-pond-dam-risk-breach-considered-high-hazard-18880915.php

Woman dies in Bridgeport crash, four others injured, police say

A 23-year-old woman was killed and four others were injured in a Bridgeport crash at Seaview and Stratford avenues on Sunday night, police said.



from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/bridgeport-fatal-crash-seaview-stratford-avenue-18880213.php

CT state police trooper's manslaughter trial in death of Mubarak Soulemane enters second week

Testimony in Connecticut State Police Trooper Brian North's manslaughter trial in the 2020 shooting death of Mubarak Soulemane is expected to conclude this week.



from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/brian-north-trial-day-6-mubarak-soulemane-18873647.php

Study: Trumbull Mall could double in size, add hotel and walking paths

Over 50 residents sat in to listen to ideas pitched by consulting firm, Stantec, in hopes to update Trumbull Mall.



from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/trumbull-mall-study-meeting-ideas-18698210.php

Sunday, March 10, 2024

Bridgeport police: Central High machete attack suspect captured in Louisiana

Bridgeport police say Gerald Valle, a man wanted for a violent machete attack at Central High School, was taken into custody on Friday in Louisiana.



from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/bridgeport-central-high-school-machete-attack-18843339.php

Bridgeport, developer in court over demolition of old factory building

The city has wants an old Myrtle Avenue mill torn down. The owner claims the structure has historic value and is salvageable.



from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/developer-sues-bridgeport-over-demolition-order-18703511.php

Saturday, March 9, 2024

Bridgeport superintendent seeks $309 million budget, more city funding for 2024-25

Bridgeport Superintendent Carmela Levy-David is proposing to increase the city school system’s operating budget by $41 million for the 2024-25 school year. 



from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/bridgeport-superintendent-proposes-41m-increase-18704941.php

Judge: CT's 'pay-to-stay' law that charges inmates for incarceration not excessive

While dismissing most of the case the judge allowed it to continue for two plaintiffs, Teresa Beatty of Stamford and Douglas Johnson of New Haven.



from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/natasha-tosado-lawsuit-pay-to-stay-incarceration-18744699.php

Friday, March 8, 2024

Shelton cop charged with stalking chief pleads not guilty, requests jury trial

David Moore, fired by Shelton Police Chief Shawn Sequeira but recently ordered rehired by a state arbitration panel, pleaded not guilty to third-degree stalking.



from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/david-moore-shawn-sequeira-stalking-plea-shelton-18710341.php

Bridgeport school closing plan: Six schools, $7.2 million, 1,400 students: Here's what we know

Here is what we know about the yet-to-be-approved proposal to close six elementary schools in Bridgeport. 



from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/bridgeport-superintendent-plan-close-six-schools-18709978.php

Will CT state police trooper testify at his manslaughter trial in Mubarak Soulemane's death?

A jury will find out Friday whether Connecticut State Police Trooper Brian North will testify at his manslaughter trial in Mubarak Soulemane's shooting death.



from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/brian-north-trial-state-police-mubarak-soulemane-18734098.php

Bridgeport's Beardsley Zoo staff mourns death of golden lion tamarin

Staff at Beardsley Zoo are mourning the death of a female golden lion tamarin, which died after a nonviable birth.



from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/bridgeport-beardsley-zoo-tamarin-death-18709596.php

Thursday, March 7, 2024

State Democratic Party to Bridgeport: Enter the 21st century

A panel of state Democrats has found that Bridgeport's Democratic Town Committee is not being transparent enough in its operations following a dispute resolution hearing.



from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/state-dems-tell-bridgeport-counterparts-to-improve-18707081.php

Bridgeport parents push back against plan to close neighborhood schools — 'I honestly wanted to cry'

Parents at Bridgeport's Edison School, which district officials are proposing to close alongside five others, plan to fight to keep the building open.



from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/bridgeport-parents-against-school-closure-plan-18709787.php

CT state trooper decides today whether to testify in manslaughter trial in Mubarak Soulemane case

Connecticut State Trooper Brian North is expected to decide today whether he will testify in his manslaughter trial in the 2020 shooting death of Mubarak Soulemane.



from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/brian-north-trial-day-4-mubarak-soulemane-18709040.php

Developer: Bridgeport cease-fire vote angered Jewish investors, hurt Downtown Cabaret Theatre

Prominent local developer Robert Scinto has joined calls urging Bridgeport's City Council and Mayor Joe Ganim rescind the Middle East cease-fire resolution passed in January.



from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/scinto-urges-bridgeport-council-revoke-cease-fire-18707078.php

Wednesday, March 6, 2024

Bridgeport superintendent says 'immediate and desperate need' to close six city schools

Bridgeport Superintendent Carmela Levy-David is recommending the school board permanently shutter six schools due to what she described as unsafe building conditions. 



from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/bridgeport-superintendent-proposes-closing-six-18694114.php

Trumbull's new Latin fusion restaurant run by 9/11 survivor looking to fulfill 'some of my passions'

Lobo Reys Kitchen had a soft opening for the restaurant on Feb. 11 and he is planning a grand opening in the coming weeks.



from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/trumbull-loboreys-latin-fusion-restaurant-business-18691571.php

Tuesday, March 5, 2024

Stratford police investigate Cutspring Road gunfire incident that damaged home

Stratford police said witnesses reported hearing eight or nine shots early Saturday on Cutspring Road. Casings were found and one home was hit, police said.



from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/stratford-shots-fired-cutspring-road-saturday-18705052.php

Bridgeport city council to approves $50K civil rights lawsuit settlement involving member's son

According to the settlement, the city will pay Megha Jain $40,000 and another $10,000 to her lawyer, Thomas Bucci.



from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/bridgeport-megha-jain-shea-wacher-herron-lawsuit-18704551.php

Lyft driver to testify today in CT state trooper's manslaughter trial in death of Mubarak Soulemane

A Lyft driver whose car was stolen in Norwalk will testify today in Connecticut State Trooper Brian North's manslaughter trial in death of Mubarak Soulemane.



from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/brian-north-manslaughter-trial-soulemane-day-2-18704482.php

Trumbull seniors demand a new center: 'Seniors get the bottom of the barrel in this town'

'We expect something where the air conditioning works, where there’s no bugs, where there’s no mildew,' said one Trumbull senior center volunteer.



from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/trumbull-senior-center-residents-hardy-lane-18680069.php

Monday, March 4, 2024

Bridgeport police: Felon found with two handguns during traffic stop

Bridgeport police say a felon was in possession of two guns and ammunition during a traffic stop on Monday.



from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/bridgeport-felon-arrested-guns-wilbert-bunch-18703677.php

Police: 15 rounds fired in 'targeted' Bridgeport shooting that wounded two men near grocery store

Bridgeport police say 15 rounds were fired in a "targeted" shooting that wounded two men on Wells Street late Sunday night.



from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/bridgeport-shooting-max-grocery-wells-street-18702890.php

Gomes' Bridgeport mayor's campaign had less than $700 on hand before election day, filings show

John Gomes' mayoral campaign had little money left headed into his fourth face-off in Bridgeport this past week with incumbent Mayor Joe Ganim.



from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/bridgeport-gomes-ganim-campaign-filing-election-18698598.php

Manslaughter trial of CT state trooper in West Haven shooting death of Mubarak Soulemane begins

The trooper, Brian North, shot and killed Mubarak Soulemane in West Haven at the end of a state police chase that started in Norwalk.



from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/brian-north-mubarak-soulemane-trial-18695893.php

Sunday, March 3, 2024

Big Y Supermarket in Monroe reopens after evacuated for smoke condition, officials say

The Big Y Supermarket in Monroe was evacuated Saturday night after an issue with the market’s compressor caused a smoke issue, fire officials say.



from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/monroe-big-y-evacuated-smoke-18701535.php

Stratford school board in party-line vote approves $129M budget that cuts librarians, dozens of jobs

The Stratford school board has approved a $129 million budget request that would raise spending by $4 million but cut dozens of positions. 



from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/stratford-school-board-approves-129m-budget-cuts-18697949.php

Bridgeport tackles cleanup, legal issues at Remington Arms plant

Demolition work continues at Bridgeport's former Remington Arms ammunition plant, although the historic shot tower is one of two structures that will stay.



from News https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/demoltion-continues-at-bridgeport-remington-plant-18689212.php

Saturday, March 2, 2024

Bridgeport felon indicted for unlawfully possessing loaded handgun, extended magazine, officials say

Lamar Dwight Blake, a felon, had a loaded .40-caliber handgun and extended magazine, officials say. He faces up to 15 years in prison if convicted.



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Bridgeport cop suspended after arrest on disorderly conduct, threatening charges

Police department spokesman Scott Appleby stated in an email that the incident was not domestic violence-related.



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Former Bridgeport cop pleads guilty to sexually assaulting two young girls, faces 7 years in prison

A now-32-year-old woman told police that Ivan Delgado had sexually assaulted her repeatedly from 1993 to 2005.



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Bridgeport man gets 3 years in prison for trafficking guns to CT from Georgia

Brannon Winston, 24, was sentenced to 40 months in prison for trafficking firearms to Bridgeport, some of which were used in shootings, offi...