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Stratford

Stratford Fire Department Opens Applications for Entry-Level Firefighter Exam

Apr 5, 2026 Alex

STRATFORD FIRE DEPARTMENT ANNOUNCES APPLICATIONS ARE OPEN FOR ENTRY LEVEL FIREFIGHTER EXAMThe Town of Stratford seeks qualified applicants for the position of Firefighter. Candidates must take and pass a written exam, an oral examination, a medical exam, a drug screen, a background investigation and a psychological evaluation. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSHigh School Diploma or State Equivalency Certificate (GED)18 years old by April 22, 2026.Valid motor vehicle licenseU.S. CitizenPossess a valid (not older than one year) CPAT card at the time of conditional offer.Town will accept accredited out-of-state CPAT certifications.Possess a Certified EMT at the time of conditional offer (State of CT or National Registry EMT)Points awarded toward exams for veterans & residents of the Town of Stratford (documentation must be provided for…

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ATTORNEY GENERAL TONG CHALLENGES ROLLBACK OF LIMITS ON DANGEROUS EMISSIONS OF MERCURY AND OTHER HAZARDOUS AIR POLLUTANTS FROM POWER PLANTS

Apr 5, 2026 Alex

(Hartford, CT) -- Attorney General William Tong joined a coalition of # states and local governments in filing a lawsuit challenging the Trump administration’s repeal of the 2024 Mercury and Air Toxics Standards (MATS) Rule and reversion to outdated standards that harm the environment and public health. The MATS Rule implements nationwide standards that limit emissions of toxic air pollutants from coal- and oil-fired power plants, including mercury, arsenic, lead and other toxic metals, in addition to acid gases, such as hydrogen chloride and formaldehyde. In 2024, following significant developments in the technologies used to control pollution, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) updated the standards for emissions of these hazardous air pollutants from power plants. Last month, the Trump administration rolled back…

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Stratford

Stratford Police Arrest Repeat Offender, Seize Gun and Narcotics in Multi-Location Raid

Apr 4, 2026 Alex

Search Warrant Executions at 24 Enrica Rita Way, Stfd. & 955 Connecticut Ave. Bpt. During the month of January 2026, the Stratford Police Department’s Narcotics, Vice and Intelligence Unit developed intelligence of a mid-level narcotics dealer, supplying narcotics to street-level narcotics dealers within the Town of Stratford and City of Bridgeport.On March 26, 2026, at approximately 0630 hours, the NVI Unit’s investigation culminated with the execution of three search warrants. One at 24 Enrica Rita Way, Stratford, CT, one at the Bridgeport Innovation Center, which is located at 955 Connecticut Avenue, Building One, Suite 1307, 3 rd floor and the person of Ernest Samuel (09-28-1985).Ernest Samuel was taken into custody at 24 Enrica Rita Way, Stratford, CT. Ernest Samuel is…

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Westport

Westport Opens Renter’s Rebate Program for Seniors and Disabled Residents

Apr 4, 2026 Alex

Westport Opens Renter’s Rebate Assistance Program for Seniors and Residents with Disabilities on April 1, 2026 Westport, CT - Human Services Director Elaine Daignault announced today that starting April 1, 2026, qualified Westport residents can access meaningful financial relief through the State of Connecticut Renter’s Rebate Program, which helps eligible seniors and individuals with disabilities offset 2025 rent and utility expenses. Applications will be accepted through September 30, 2026. This program provides important support to residents living on fixed or limited incomes, helping to ease the burden of rising housing and utility costs. Who is Eligible?Residents may qualify if they: Have lived in Connecticut for at least one yearAre 65 years or older, or receive Social Security Disability IncomeEarned $46,300…

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Bridgeport

Aquarion Announces Mandatory Watering Schedule Through October

Apr 4, 2026 Alex

Aquarion Announces Annual Water Conservation Schedule Mandatory Twice-Weekly Sprinkler Irrigation Schedule in Effect through October 31 Aquarion Water Company today announced the start of its 2026 sprinkler irrigation schedule, which continues until October 31. The program is mandatory for Aquarion customers in Bethel, Darien, Easton, Fairfield, Greenwich, New Canaan, Newtown, Ridgefield, Stamford, Trumbull, Weston, Westport, and Wilton. For 2026, the towns/cities of Bridgeport, Monroe, Redding, Shelton, and Stratford have been added. The program helps conserve water supplies by reducing overwatering of lawns and gardens through a maximum of two watering days per week. The conservation program also helps to ensure local water supplies remain sufficient for critical needs such as human consumption and fire protection. Since its launch, the sprinkler…

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Westport

2026 Longshore Golf Course Opening

Apr 3, 2026 Alex

Westport, CT - The Westport Parks and Recreation Department is pleased to announce the opening of Longshore Golf Course and driving range for the 2026 season and looks forward to welcoming golfers back to the course on Friday, April 3. Our staff has been working diligently to prepare the course, pro shop, and operations to ensure a smooth start to the season. Golfers can expect several updates this year aimed at improving the overall experience, including a new reservation system, new carts, enhancements to communication, and continued course improvements. New Reservation System: In 2026, we are introducing ForeUp as our new reservation service.  This system will provide a more user-friendly interface for booking and managing tee times.  As spring moves forward,…

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Fairfield

Environmental Testing to Begin April 6 at Fairfield Fill Pile Site

Apr 3, 2026 Alex

The Town of Fairfield has engaged the engineering firmWeston & Sampson to begin environmental testing at the fill pile (aka former Aggregate RecyclingFacility) starting April 6, 2026, and continuing through the third week of May. Geotechnical crews willbe on site to conduct groundwater testing, investigate sink holes and drill into existing wells toevaluate potential environmental impacts. The Town is following a plan that has been reviewed by theConnecticut Department of Energy & Environmental Protection (CT DEEP) and the U.S.Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and will help inform decision making on remediationoptions.Crews will be on the pile with GeoProbe rigs, Hollow Stem Auger (HAS) rigs, Excavators, andgroundwater monitoring wells, collecting soil and groundwater samples to investigate the materialshistorically deposited in the fill…

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Stratford

Stratford Library Announces April Lineup of Children’s Programs and Events

Apr 3, 2026 Alex

Stratford Library April Children's EventsSpring StorytimesThe Stratford Library Children’s Dept. offers weekly storytimes for children. Storytimes meet at 10:30 am. (There will be no Storytime on April 3, and Spring Storytimes end on April 24). On Mondays, Toddler Time meets for ages 0-2. On Tuesdays, Preschool Storytime meets for ages 3-5. Baby Lapsit meets on Thursdays for babies 0-18 months (Registration is recommended for Lapsit.). Friday Fun offers stories and songs for ages 1-5. Enjoy early literacy activities and meet other families at Library storytimes. For more information about Library programs and services for children, call 203.385.4165 or visit stratfordlibrary.org/kids. Alphabet Parade Grab ‘n’ GoThe Stratford Library Children’s Dept. is offering Alphabet Parade grab ‘n’ go craft kits with pick…

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