8:50pm--#Bridgeport Connecticut-- 3 are detained after a foot pursuit on Columbia and Ridge Avenue. No mention what they were wanted for but a gun was recovered. This news report is made possible by: 8:50pm--#Bridgeport Connecticut --3 detenidos después de una persecucuón a pie en Columbia y Ridge avenue. No hay mención de lo que estaban buscando pero recuperaron un arma de fuego.
7:44pm--#Bridgeport Connecticut-- State Police arrest a man for beating his pit bull on the side of I-95 near the East Main Street - Bass Pro exit. This news report is made possible by: 7:44pm--#Bridgeport Connecticut - Policía del Estado detienen a un hombre por golpear a su pit bull en el lado de I-95, cerca de main street - Salida de Bass Pro.
(HARTFORD, CT) – Governor Dannel P. Malloy today announced the launch of a new emergency preparedness mobile application for Connecticut residents that provides information and alerts in emergency situation, and also helps residents prepare in advance of an emergency. The “CT Prepares” app, which can be downloaded to most smartphones, incorporates and integrates text messaging, email, and social networking, allowing residents to communicate with family members during an emergency. Real-Time notifications including emergency news, state office closings, and public safety messages can be sent directly to the device, providing up-to-the-minute information for residents. “We are constantly planning and constantly preparing to remain one step ahead of potential emergency situations. This is yet another tool in our goal to…
#Westport Connecticut--The Town of Westport has been informed that the Connecticut Department of Transportation (CT DOT) will close the section of North Compo Road (CT Rte. 136) between Main Street and Cross Highway commencing August 22, 2016. The replacement of the culvert beneath the roadway necessitates full closure of this portion of Compo Road North. The section of the road will be closed and detours will be in effect for approximately 30 days. Motorists are urged to use caution, seek alternate routes and allow additional time for travel in the area. The overall construction and realignment of the problematic intersection at Main Street/CT Route 57 and Compo Road North/CT Rte. 136 at Clinton Avenue (State Project No. 158-201) is expected to be completed in the fall. First…
9:33pm--#Trumbull Connecticut-- Shelton Road was shut down with an electrical fire on a utility pole in the 400 block. The road was closed most of the night. Special thanks to viewer George who sent us this photo! If you have a breaking news photo you can text it to 203-769-6961 or email it to DoingItLocal.com@gmail.com
UPDATE: Last night at approximately 2310 hours, 2 men were sitting in a car parked in front of 480 Noble Ave. when an unknown person approached the vehicle and opened fire. Both the driver and passenger were struck by gunfire. The driver, who sustained a non-life-threatening wound, drove to Bridgeport Hospital where the passenger, succumbed to a gunshot wound. Next of Kin notifications have been made. The victim of last night’s homicide is Fredrick Richardson, 37 years old, of 480 Noble Ave.<x-apple-data-detectors://0>Bridgeport. Anyone having any information regarding this incident is urged to call the Bridgeport Police Tips line (203) 576-TIPS (8477). (Bridgeport Police Press Release) 11:21pm--#Bridgeport Connecticut-- Police are investigating a shooting in front of 483 Noble Avenue. 2 victims…
8:25pm--#Bridgeport Connecticut-- Report of a pedestrian being hit by a car at Grant and Central Avenue. No other details at this time. This news report is made possible by: 8:25pm--#Bridgeport Connecticut - Informe de un peatón atropellado por un auto en Grant y Central avenue. No hay más detalles en este momento.
Health District Offers Back to School Immunization Clinic Naugatuck Valley Health District will host a special children's vaccination clinic to help get district students up to date before the new school year begins. The immunization clinic will be held from 9AM-3 PM on Tuesday, August 23 at the district office at 98 Bank Street in Seymour. Appointments are required. A parent or guardian must accompany the student. Depending on a child's age and grade level, different vaccinations are required to enter school. For instance, children entering kindergarten in Connecticut this year need to have at least four doses of the diptheria, tetanus and pertussis (DTap) vaccine, at least three doses of the polio vaccine, two doses of the measles, mumps,…
6:33pm--#Bridgeport Connecticut-- Report of a crash at Mill Hill and Boston Avenue for your commuting pleasure. Avoid the area if you can. This news report is made possible by:
