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Month: May 2014

Bridgeport Local News

Police Arrest Man With Stolen Gun, Body Armor

May 20, 2014 Alex

(Bridgeport, CT – May 19, 2014) – A city man was arrested last week after police caught him with a stolen gun and body armor. Officers Keith Hanson and Anthony Caiazzo attempted to pull over a vehicle Thursday night but the driver refused to stop. Police followed the vehicle to Tudor Street, where the driver abruptly stopped and fled on foot. The vehicle coasted backwards and nearly struck one of the officers. Caiazzo detained the remaining occupants of the car. Hanson, after jumping out of the way of the suspect’s vehicle, gave chase on foot of the fleeing suspect. Hanson caught up to the suspect on Dover Street and observed the suspect reaching into his waistband The two struggled and the suspect, later…

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Bridgeport Local News

Police Seek Assistance in Identifying Robber

May 20, 2014 Alex

(Bridgeport, CT -- May 19, 2014) – Police are seeking the public’s help in identifying a man who held up a liquor store Friday afternoon. The suspect robbed Mendez Liquor Store, 490 East Main St. The suspect walks with a slight limp and displayed a chrome handgun. He stole cash and a bottle of liquor from the business. Anyone with information is asked to contact Detective Michael Fiumidinisi at 203-576-7601.

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Fairfield

Fairfield News: One in Custody For Reckless Driving & Hitting a Building

May 19, 2014 Alex

7:30pm--#Fairfield CT-- One in custody after a brief search for a driver that was seen driving reckless driving in the Tunxis Hill Road area.   The driver also cut across an alley way hitting Tunxis Hill Package Store at 143 Tunxis Hill Road and then sped off.  It took about 20 minutes before police apprehended him. If you like our live reporting as it is happening would you consider helping us continue by donating?  We may not be able to continue without your help! http://www.doingitlocal.com/2014/04/can-help/

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Bridgeport News: 2 in Custody After Slow Speed Pursuit and Manhunt

May 19, 2014 Alex

7:15pm--A slow speed pursuit that started on Wood Avenue near Maplewood Avenue continued across North Avenue and ended near Capital Avenue when the two suspects fled on foot.  The first suspect was quickly apprehend and a foot pursuit following a manhunt for the second suspect took more time.  He was finally apprehended in a backyard on Hillside Avenue.   Good thing they weren't as slick as Joe's Oil, Joe even has rapid dispatch!

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Small Business Shout Out

Marine Batteries Explained- Cranking or Deep Cycle?

May 19, 2014 Alex

A Cranking Battery is one that will give you a large burst of current in a short time like starting the boat's engine. A Deep Cycle Battery is one that will give you a low amount of current for long periods of time like trolling (not to be confused with internet trolling). Larry at Interstate Batteries at 125 Holland Avenue in Bridgeport has many marine batteries in stock including hard to find ones.  Larry will be happy to answer any question you have.  You can call him at 203-368-2300.

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Bridgeport

GOV. MALLOY ANNOUNCES ECONOMIC ASSISTANCE GRANTS AWARDED TO SMALL TOWNS THROUGHOUT CONNECTICUT

May 19, 2014 Alex

#HARTFORD, CT – Governor Dannel P. Malloy today announced a series of grants under the state’s Small Town Economic Assistance Program (STEAP), which will be awarded to 28 towns throughout Connecticut for the purposes of funding a variety of economic development, community conservation and quality-of-life projects.   “These small town grants allow the state to partner with municipalities on projects that will help improve our communities, rebuild our infrastructure, and create jobs,” Governor Malloy said.  “These are investments that will make our towns a better place to live and work, will increase the quality of life, and help attract economic development and growth.”   The STEAP grants announced today are as follows: Greenwich $500,000 to help fund the expansion of…

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Bridgeport

Bridgeport News: Student Throws Extinguisher At Teacher

May 19, 2014 Alex

1:30pm--#Bridgeport CT--School Resource Police on the way to Central High School where a 16 year old male student threatened a teacher and threw a fire extinguisher at him/her.  Police file number 132. If you like our live reporting as it is happening would you consider helping us continue by donating?  We may not be able to continue without your help! http://www.doingitlocal.com/2014/04/can-help/

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