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Flags Lowered Sunday For Fallen Firefighters Memorial

May 2, 2026 Alex

Governor Lamont Directs Flags To Half-Staff Sunday For The National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Service (HARTFORD, CT) – Governor Ned Lamont today announced that he is directing U.S. and state flags in Connecticut lowered to half-staff from sunrise to sunset on Sunday, May 3, 2026, in recognition of the National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Service, an annual ceremony that serves as the official national tribute honoring all firefighters in the U.S. who have died in the line of duty. Accordingly, since no flag should fly higher than the U.S. flag, all other flags – including state, municipal, corporate, or otherwise – should also be lowered during this same duration of time. During Sunday’s ceremony, which is held at National Fallen Firefighters Memorial…

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Norwalk

Suspicious Person Complaint Leads To Assault Rifle Arrest

May 2, 2026 Alex

Suspicious Person leads to arrest with an assault rifle On April 30, 2026, at 6:12 pm, patrol officers responded to 97 Richards Avenue for a suspicious person complaint. It was reported that an unknown male was sleeping in the rear stairwell of the building. Patrol officers made contact with the male, identified as Lance R. Jones, who initially provided a false name. As officers investigated further, it was determined that he was in possession of an AR-15 assault rifle, which was inside his bookbag. Officers then located the rifle, which was loaded with a 60-round magazine. Jones did not possess a firearms permit. Arrested: Lance R. Jones, 22, of Norwalk, CTCharges: Possession of an Assault Weapon, Possession of a Large…

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Norwalk

Norwalk Man Arrested After Narcotics Investigation

May 1, 2026 Alex

Suspect arrested after lengthy narcotics investigation On April 30, 2026, members of the Norwalk Police Department Special Services Division served four active arrest warrants on Malcolm Williams following a motor vehicle stop. The warrants stemmed from a long-term investigation into Williams after complaints were received of narcotics sales occurring in the greater South Norwalk area. All four warrants charged Williams with possession of a controlled substance and the sale of a narcotic substance. Arrested: Malcolm Williams, 47, of Norwalk, CTCharges: Possession of Controlled Substance, Sale of Narcotic Substance, and Possession with Intent to Sell.Bond: $600,000Court: May 15, 2026 Norwalk Police Tip Line: 203-854-3111 Anonymous Internet tips can be sent to Norwalk Police website at: www.norwalkpd.com Anonymous text tips can be…

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Lamont Announces Progress on I-91/I-691/Route 15 Interchange Project in Meriden

Apr 30, 2026 Alex

GOVERNOR LAMONT ANNOUNCES MILESTONES AND NEXT STEPS FOR I-91, I-691, ROUTE 15 INTERCHANGE PROJECT IN MERIDEN Governor Ned Lamont today announced major progress on the ongoing Interstate 91, Interstate 691, and Route 15 interchange reconfiguration project, including the on-time and on-budget completion of phase one, continued advancement of phase two, and the start of phase three. Phase two, which has been underway for two years, remains on track for completion by 2028, while the full three-phase program is expected to be complete by 2030. The announcement was made during a news conference held this morning at the newly constructed ramp to East Main Street from the new Route 15 northbound bridge over I-91 in Meriden, which is scheduled to open…

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Bridgeport

Aquarion to Begin Water Main Replacement Project Across Multiple Bridgeport Streets

Apr 30, 2026 Alex

Water Infrastructure Work to Begin in Bridgeport Water Main Replacement Project Scheduled to Start in Early May 2026 Aquarion Water Company continues to perform essential work on infrastructure necessary to ensure continued system reliability. The water main replacement project is scheduled to begin in early May 2026 on Abner Court, followed by Albermarie Street, Ameridge Drive, Cherry Hill Drive, D’Eramo Place, Glendale Avenue, Jewett Avenue, Marconi Avenue, Martha Place, Plankton Street, Primrose Avenue, and Ruth Street. The project is expected to be completed by May 2027. Final paving will then be scheduled in coordination with the City of Bridgeport. The project, which will replace approximately 9,865 feet of water main, is part of an ongoing program to improve Aquarion’s water…

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Fairfield

Fairfield Police Launch School Zone Speed Safety Program Starting May 1

Apr 29, 2026 n8n

Fairfield Police Department Launching School Zone Speed Safety Program Beginning 5/1/2026 Fairfield, CT – The Fairfield Police Department, in partnership with Altumint, announced the launch of Fairfield’s School Zone Speed Safety Program at designated school zone locations throughout town. The program will begin on 5/1/2026 with a warning period running through 5/31/2026. During this time, qualifying violations captured at posted locations will result in warning notices. Beginning 6/1/2026, citations will be issued for qualifying violations. The School Zone Speed Safety Program was created to encourage safer driving speeds and help protect students, families, school staff, and all pedestrians traveling through school zones. The program will operate 24 hours a day, 7 days a week at posted enforcement locations. “Keeping our…

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