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Video report: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4ZJzj2-3RDo #Bridgeport CT---Just before 4pm firefighters received a call for a fire at 923 Briarwood Avenue. Everyone got out safely no reported injuries. Fire is thought to have started on the 2nd floor living room. 3 people displaced Red Cross assisting finding a place to stay overnight.
First Selectman Mike Tetreau announced today that effective January 2014, Thomas Dubrosky has assumed the role of Chief of Staff in the First Selectman’s Office. Mr. Dubrosky, a 43-year Fairfield resident, has extensive managerial and community experience that will benefit the Town and its residents. Mr. Dubrosky had spent 42 years in the pharmaceutical industry; 37 of those years were spent with the multi-national Boehringer Ingelheim Corporation located in Ridgefield Connecticut. Mr. Dubrosky was the first representative for Boehringer when it established itself in Connecticut. He has experience in sales, sales management, marketing, trade distribution and training. Mr. Dubrosky is a Vietnam Combat Veteran. He is currently an officer for the Fairfield County VFW, Commander of the VFW Post #399…
6:22pm--#Bridgeport CT--Firefighters responded to a structure fire at 345 Grovers Avenue in the Black Rock section of town. The fire was in the walls of the attic and was a stubborn fire with it extending into the walls. Multiple hand ladders in addition to aerial ladders were in use. One firefighter suffered a shoulder injury battling the blaze.
5:49pm--#Bridgeport CT--Police on the way to the Qwikee Mart on Madison Avenue for two women fighting over a man inside the store.
5:28pm--#Bridgeport CT--Police on routine patrol locate a water main break with a sizable sinkhole in front of 92 Wade Street.
4:53pm--#Milford CT-- Report of a boat out in Long Island Sound in distress. Police are having difficulties launching their boats due to snow clogs.
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1:59pm--#Bridgeport CT-- The reason for firefighters at 2141 East Main Street is food burning on the stove.
WASHINGTON, DC—Congressman Jim Himes (CT-4) is inviting Fourth District high school students to participate in the first annual Congressional Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) Academic Competition, also known as the “House App Contest.” This new, nationwide competition allows high school students from across the country to compete by creating and exhibiting their software application, or “app,” for mobile, tablet, or computer devices on a platform of their choice. “We know that science, technology, engineering, and math skills are essential to our children’s future professional success—especially in this changing world economy – and this competition is a great way show kids in a real-life situation why these areas are so important,” said Himes. “I invite all high school students…
1:02pm--#Westport CT--A two car accident on Post Road East in front of Whole Foods is tying up traffic.