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Fairfield

Fairfield University Art Museum To Present James Welling: Cento

May 25, 2026 Alex

Fairfield University Art Museum Presents James Welling: Cento September 25 – December 12 The Fairfield University Art Museum announces a new museum exhibition of the work of renowned Contemporary photographer James Welling, opening September 25 and on view through December 12, 2026. Fairfield University Art Museum is pleased to present James Welling: Cento, a major exhibition of the photographer’s work focusing on the classical world, in its first American museum presentation. The exhibition will be on view from September 25 to December 12, in the Museum’s Walsh Gallery at the Regina A. Quick Center for the Arts. Cento will present more than 60 photographs by Connecticut-born, American photographer James Welling (b. 1951), featuring architecture and statuary of ancient Greece and…

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Trumbull

Trumbull Police Arrest Suspect in $900,000 Gold Coin Fraud Scheme

May 24, 2026 Alex

On Thursday, May 14, 2026, members of the Trumbull Police Department Detective Bureau, Crime Suppression Unit, and the Bridgeport Police Task Force arrested Tushar Sharma, 23, of India, currently residing in Arcadia, California, following an investigation into a fraud scheme targeting a Trumbull resident. The investigation began after the victim reported receiving a Microsoft Windows pop-up message in March 2026. The victim contacted the telephone number associated with the message and was connected with an individual claiming to be a Federal Trade Commission agent. Over the course of the following month, the victim was falsely informed that her assets and family were in danger and was instructed to transfer funds to a purported federal agent for safekeeping. As a result…

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Bridgeport

Bridgeport Approves Historic 40% Mill Rate Reduction

May 24, 2026 Alex

Mayor Ganim Announces Lowest Mill Rate in Decades; City Council Approves Historic 40% Mill Rate Reduction Bridgeport, CT – Mayor Ganim today celebrated the adoption of the City of Bridgeport’s Fiscal Year 2026–2027 budget, marking a historic milestone for residents, businesses, and taxpayers across the city. The mayor’s budget approved by City Council lowers Bridgeport’s mill rate by approximately 40%, reducing it to 27.95, the lowest level the city has seen in decades. The reduction follows unprecedented growth in Bridgeport’s grand list, which has risen to approximately $13 billion, reflecting increased property values, economic investment, and renewed confidence in the city’s future. The budget also includes historic investments in education, libraries, senior and veteran tax relief, public services, and neighborhood…

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State News

Sen. Tony Hwang Named Legislator of the Year by Connecticut Library Association

May 23, 2026 Alex

Sen. Hwang Named “Legislator of the Year” by Statewide CT Library Association REDDING – State Sen. Tony Hwang (R-28) was recently honored as “Legislator of the Year” by the Connecticut Library Association, the representative body for Connecticut libraries, during a recognition event at the Mark Twain Library in West Redding, recognizing his bipartisan leadership supporting libraries, freedom to read, digital access, and public education across Connecticut. The association specifically recognized Sen. Hwang’s role in drafting and advancing landmark bipartisan legislation in 2025 that protected Connecticut libraries from restrictive and costly e-book licensing practices, helping expand digital access for residents while easing financial pressure on local communities and taxpayers. Sen. Hwang offered remarks at the event and emphasized the important role…

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State News

Attorney General Tong Challenges Federal Rule Limiting Student Loans for Professional Degrees

May 22, 2026 Alex

ATTORNEY GENERAL TONG SUES U.S. DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION OVER STUDENT LOAN RULE LIMITING ACCESS TO STUDENT LOANS FOR PROFESSIONAL DEGREE PROGRAMS Coalition challenges unlawful rule that could restrict access to advanced education and worsen workforce shortages (Hartford, CT) — Attorney General William Tong joined a coalition of attorneys general in filing a lawsuit against the U.S. Department of Education over a new rule that unlawfully limits access to federal student loans for students pursuing professional degree programs, including many healthcare and other critical workforce fields. The lawsuit challenges a recently finalized Department of Education rule that narrows the federal definition of “professional degree” and imposes restrictions Congress did not authorize. The coalition argues the rule unlawfully excludes many degree programs…

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Westport

Westport Railroad Parking Permit Renewals Now Being Processed

May 22, 2026 Alex

Westport Railroad Parking Division Now Processing RR Station Parking Permit Renewals If you have a Railroad Station parking permit, it will expire on June 30, 2026. The Westport Railroad Division is now processing renewal permits for the 2026-2027 season. To renew, please follow the instructions below. You can renew your 2026-27 Railroad Permit by going to this website: https://ctitt-westport.cticloudhost.com/TickeTrak.Webportal/ and clicking on "Permit” icon on the top of the page. *** Please make sure that your email address is correct as all correspondence between the Westport Railroad Parking Division and you will be by email*** All renewals will be conducted via online submission or drop-off in the Police Department lobby. There will not be any same day renewal transactions. Westport…

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Westport

Westport Fine Arts Festival To Bring Downtown Road Closures and Traffic Delays

May 21, 2026 Alex

Incident Type: Road Closures – Fine Arts FestivalIncident Location: Main Street/Downtown AreaIncident Date: 05/22/26-05/24/26Incident Time: 6:00 AM on 05/22 -10:00 PM 05/24 Westport Downtown Fine Arts Festival to Impact Traffic and Road Access May 22–24 Westport, CT — The Westport Downtown Merchants Association will host its annual Fine Arts Festival from Friday, May 22 through Sunday, May 24, 2026, bringing a weekend of arts, culture, and community activity to downtown Westport. To safely accommodate the festival, several road closures will be in effect beginning at 6:00 AM on Friday, May 22 through 10:00 PM on Sunday, May 24: • Main Street between Post Road East and Avery Place• Elm Street between Main Street and Bedford Square These closures are expected…

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Fairfield University Art Museum To Present James Welling: Cento

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