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Month: May 2019

State News

Governor To Sign ICE Bill

May 31, 2019 Stephen Krauchick

HARTFORD, CT – Governor Ned Lamont is applauding both chambers of the Connecticut General Assembly for adopting legislation that makes updates to the Trust Act of 2013 and plans to sign the bills into law when they are transmitted to his desk in the coming days.   The Trust Act sets conditions for state and local law enforcement authorities for voluntarily cooperating with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officials seeking to detain and deport undocumented immigrants. It was created in an effort to strike a balance between assisting ICE agents when it serves the interests of public safety, and maintaining effective relationships between state and local law enforcement officials and those who live in the community.   Legislation that…

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Bridgeport

Bridgeport News: Lighthouse Restored

May 31, 2019 Stephen Krauchick

#Bridgeport CT--Mayor Ganim joined representatives from the State Historic Preservation Office to present the restored Bridgeport Black Rock Harbor Light on Fayerweather Island at Seaside Park after being damaged during Hurricane Sandy in 2012. This restoration project granted by the State Historic Preservation Office was made possible by the support of our federal delegation. Noticias de Bridgeport: Lighthouse restaurado #Bridgeport CT-Alcalde Ganim se unió a representantes de la oficina de preservación histórica del estado para presentar el restaurado Bridgeport Black Rock Harbor Light en Fayerweather Island en Seaside Park después de ser dañado durante el huracán Sandy en 2012. Este proyecto de restauración otorgado por la Oficina Estatal de preservación histórica fue posible mediante el apoyo de nuestra delegación federal

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Westport

Westport News: Check Theft From Mailbox

May 31, 2019 Stephen Krauchick

On 09/11/2018, a Tierney Lane resident reported a theft of mail from her mailbox. She was alerted to the theft after receiving a call from Patriot Bank advising two males attempted to cash one of her checks in the amount of $450. The check was made out to "Jermaine Smalls" and the victim’s signature had been forged. The check was cancelled by the bank because of the unrecognizable signature, resulting in no financial loss to the victim. It was one of 7 checks stolen from the victim and fraudulently deposited into various accounts. The check written to “Jermaine Smalls” was deposited at an ATM into the personal checking account of Jermaine Smalls of Bridgeport, CT. ATM photographs also confirmed Smalls…

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Fairfield Trumbull

VA Hospital Rides

May 30, 2019 Stephen Krauchick

Director of Human and Social Services, Julie DeMarco, announces a partnership with the Trumbull Human Services Department and Greater Bridgeport Transit to provide monthly rides to Veterans to the West Haven VA Hospital. Targeted at veterans, the new service will begin on July 26, 2019. and continue on the last Friday of each month.   "We recognize that many veterans rely on the VA system for their healthcare but transportation can be challenging" according to Ms. DeMarco. "The bus will start at the Bigelow Center in Fairfield, travel up to the Trumbull Senior Center and go on to the VA Hospital in West Haven, and reverse the route on the return at the end of the day's appointments."   Registration…

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Bridgeport

Bridgeport News: Attempted Child Abduction

May 30, 2019 Stephen Krauchick

2019-05-30 @ 8:45AMish-- #Bridgeport News: According to radio reports there was an attempted child abduction at a school bus stop at Logan and Stratford Avenue.  Police are looking for a dark skinned black male about 5 feet 10 inches tall with shoulder length hair with some blond in it.  He was wearing a black hoodie with red and white sneakers.   This news report is made possible by: [caption id="attachment_74169" align="aligncenter" width="640"] For more info visit: http://www.nicksautomotive.com/[/caption]     Noticias de Bridgeport: intento de secuestro de niños 2019-05-30 @ 8:45AMish – noticias #Bridgeport:Ssegún los informes de radio, hubo un intento de secuestro de niños en una parada de autobús escolar en la Avenida Logan y Stratford. La policía está buscando…

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Bridgeport

Bridgeport News: Hall Neighborhood House Hosts 5 th Annual Anti-Violence Rally

May 30, 2019 Stephen Krauchick

Hall Neighborhood House Hosts 5 th Annual Anti-Violence Rally for students attending school on Bridgeport’s East Side. May 31, 2019 The rally is held from held 10am – 2pm on Hall Neighborhood House’s campus located at 52 George E. Pipkin’s Way. 350 students in grades 5 and 6 from Barnum, Waltersville, and Luis Munoz Marin Schools will attend.   Hall’s Anti-Violence Rally is held during the last weeks of the school year because teachers and community leaders believe this is the best time to reach the maximum number of youth. The goal of this annual event is to reduce violent crime in Bridgeport and promote positive interaction between the students and police officers. The objectives are: To educate youth about…

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Westport

Westport News: Affordable Housing Applications Begin

May 30, 2019 Stephen Krauchick

Preliminary applications will be accepted beginning on 06/03/2019 AND END with a postmark date of 06/28/2019. Pre-applications received after the end date as postmarked will be  automatically rejected.  Please click on the following link for income-eligibility requirements and a download of the pre- applications: Westport Pre-applications will be provided to any & all interested persons. Individuals or families may also pick up a hard copy of the pre-application at the Westport Housing Authority located at 5 Canal Street, Westport, CT You may request a pre- application be mailed to you by contacting us at 203-227-4672 Westport Pre-applications are to be mailed only to Westport Housing Authority located at 5 Canal Street, Westport, CT 06880   This news report is made…

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Stratford

I-95 Rollover

May 29, 2019 Stephen Krauchick

2019-05-29 @ 5:55pm #Stratford CT--#cttraffic-- One lane of traffic is squeaking by in the left lane on I-95 northbound after a rollover crash near exit 32.   Accidente 2019-05-29 @ 5:55pm #Stratford CT – #cttraffic – El carril izquierdo en el I-95 norte esta lento después de un carro que se viro cerca de la salida 32.

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