Month: February 2015

Congressman Himes Help on Anthem’s Hack

One of Connecticut's largest health insurers, Anthem, announced last week that the company's computer systems were hacked in a major data breach that could affect as many as 80 million people nationwide. Anthem immediately contacted the FBI to launch an ongoing investigation. I share your frustration and concern with this terrible violation of privacy, which could impact Anthem's 1.2 million customers in Connecticut.   Information stolen in the breach included data about current and former customers: names, birthdays, medical IDs, Social Security numbers, street addresses, e-mail address, employment information and some income data. At this time, it does not appear that any credit card or medical records have been compromised.   If you see any suspicious activity on your credit report or other…

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GOV. MALLOY INTRODUCES LEGISLATION PROTECTING VICTIMS OF DOMESTIC VIOLENCE

#HARTFORD, CT – Governor Dannel P. Malloy last week announced that, as part of the package of proposals he will introduce later this month, he will sponsor legislation designed to protect the victims of domestic violence.  This legislation will prohibit possession of firearms for anyone who becomes subject to a temporary restraining order, eliminating a critical window of time during which time a victim’s life could be at risk. “We know that the period of time immediately following a domestic violence victim’s application for a restraining order is one of the most volatile, and access to a firearm in that situation presents an additional, outstanding threat,” said Governor Malloy.  “If a judge determines that a victim is in enough danger…

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Today’s Vehicle Fire

3:24pm--#Norwalk CT--Today's vehicle fire is an ATV at 2 Green Hill Road.  Firefighters on the way.   See ALL of our posts, not just what Facebook shows you! Go right to our mobile friendly website at DoingItLocal.com This report sponsored by: Hoy vehículo fuego es un vehículo todo terreno a las 2 Green Hill Road. Bomberos en el camino. Incêndio no veículo de hoje é um ATV em 2 Green Hill Road. Bombeiros a caminho.

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Bad Crash I-95 Shuts Highway

1:21am--#cttraffic--#Milford CT-- A real bad crash I-95 southbound near exit 39 has the highway shutdown.  Extrication, that is they have to cut the passengers out of the cars is in progress.   Feeder from the Merritt Parkway is also being shutdown. Una mala caída real de la I-95 hacia el sur, cerca de la salida 39 tiene el cierre de carreteras. Extricación, es decir, tienen que cortar los pasajeros de los coches está en curso. Alimentador de la Merritt Parkway también está siendo apagado. Um pessimo acidente na I-95 para o sul perto da saída 39 teve a estrada fechada. Eles tiveram que cortar o carro para retirar os passageiros para fora dos carros, ainda está em progresso. Conector da…

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Bridgeport News: Smoke in an Apartment

8:01pm--#Bridgeport CT--Firefighters were called to 563 Holister Avenue for a possible fire on the 3rd floor.  When firefighters arrived the found a heavy smoke condition  as seen by this photo provided by Jennifer.   If the smoke damage is really bad our sponsor ServPro will make it Like It Never Even Happened!   Los bomberos fueron llamados a 563 Holister Avenida por un posible incendio en el 3er piso. Cuando los bomberos llegaron al descubierto una condición humo pesado como se ve por esta foto proporcionada por Jennifer. Os bombeiros foram chamados para 563 Holister Avenue para um possível incêndio no 3º andar. Quando os bombeiros chegaram a encontrada uma condição fumaça pesada como se vê por esta foto fornecida…

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Bridgeport News: Man Shot In Home

UPDATE:  Bridgeport Police Press Release: Police are investigating a shooting that occurred Sunday night on Saunders Avenue. The victim has been identified as William Ocasio Jr., 25, of Bridgeport. Police responded to a report of a shooting at 7:40 p.m. at 306 Saunders Ave. The victim and witnesses reported that Ocasio answered a ring at the doorbell and was confronted by two hooded and masked males, one of whom had a firearm. As the victim and a witness pushed the door closed, shots were fired, and Ocasio was struck in the side and arm. He was taken to Saint Vincent’s Medical Center, where he was in stable condition today. The motive remains under investigation and detectives are pursuing leads. 7:40pm--#Bridgeport CT--Police were called to…

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Ansonia News: Police Pursuit

4:05pm--#Ansonia CT--A police pursuit on Wakelee Avenue northbound heading towards Route 8.  Car is wanted for motor vehicle violations.  Sounds like they broke off the pursuit.  Police are looking for a two door red Mazda pickup with a rear tail light out.   Have you noticed Facebook isn't showing you our posts in real time anymore? See ALL our posts as it happens in real time at DoingItLocal.com. This report sponsored by: Una persecución policial en Wakelee avenida hacia el norte en dirección a la ruta 8. coche es buscado por violaciónes de vehículos de motor. Suena como que rompieron la búsqueda. La policía busca a un dos puertas, pickup roja Mazda con una cola trasera luz apagada. Uma perseguição…

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Bridgeport News: Woman Dies In Crash

Bridgeport Police Department Press Release: Police are investigating a fatal motor vehicle accident that occurred at Noble Avenue and Crown Street. The crash involved two cars. Nancy Keller, 53, of Startford, was extricated from one of the vehicles by the fire department. She later died at Bridgeport Hospital from her injuries. The police serious accident team was activated and responded. Capt. Robert Evans,  Sgt. Thomas Minar and Officer Pete Garcia are investigating.   1:26am--#Bridgeport CT--Just before 1:30am first responders were called to Crown Street and Nobel Avenue, right in front of the Beardsley Park Zoo Entrance for a serious car crash. Witnesses first on scene told me they heard the crash and then thought they saw the driver of the…

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Bridgeport News: Possible Home Invasion

2:42am--#Bridgeport CT--Police were called to 938 Connecticut Avenue for a man allegedly with a gun banging on the door threatening to shoot everyone.  A short time later the victim called police that she locked herself in the bathroom and the man was inside the house.  A short time later police reported that one person was in custody. See ALL of our posts, not just what Facebook shows you! Go right to our mobile friendly website at DoingItLocal.com This report sponsored by: La policía fue llamada al 938 Connecticut Avenue para un hombre al parecer con un arma a golpear la puerta amenazando con disparar a todos. Poco tiempo después, la víctima llamó a la policía que ella se encerró en…

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