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2019-006-11 @ 1:30pm--#Bridgeport CT-- Columbus School located at 275 George Street in the Hollow is in lock in/out due to a threat. This news report is made possible by: Noticias de Bridgeport:Escuela cerrada debido 2019-006-11 @ 1:30pm--#Bridgeport CT--Columbus School ubicado en 275 George Street en el Hollow está en lock in/out debido a una amenaza.
Westport, CT - Tax Collector Harry Whiteley reminded residents today that first quarter real estate taxes, personal property taxes, motor vehicle taxes and sanitary sewer use and assessment charges are due July 1, 2019. Taxpayers have until August 1, 2019 to pay taxes without penalty. Accounts will be subject to an 18 percent (1.5 percent/month) penalty charge if paid late. Minimum interest charge is $2.00. Failure to receive a bill does not abate the charges or interest. Real estate taxes, personal property taxes, motor vehicle taxes and sanitary use and assessment bills may be paid by credit card, debit card, or direct withdrawal from a checking account on-line at https://www.westportct.gov/ and choosing “Pay Taxes Online” from the homepage. Checks should be made…
STRATFORD- Mayor Laura R. Hoydick announced Friday that the Town of Stratford has entered into a license agreement with the United States Coast Guard for the property at the Stratford Point Lighthouse. Under terms of the agreement, the Town of Stratford has use of the lighthouse property and associated buildings and structures, while the Coast Guard continues to operate and maintain the light. The Town agrees to maintain and upkeep the property and buildings. Payment from the Town for the agreement is a single dollar. The Mayor says that she hopes to see the location become available to the public, and available to reserve for events and functions after some preparation and restoration is performed at the site. “For generations the…
2019-06-10 @ 4:40AM--Police were called on a report of a robbery. The victims reported that 3 males were approached by a female offering to go for drinks. The female got into a vehicle with a male driver and the three males followed them to several locations. The male driver got out of the vehicle and went to the victims car with a firearm drawn. The male took the victims to the rear yard of a house on Soundview Avenue where he and the female took all of the victim's belongings at gunpoint. The responsible assailants are reported to be a black male, short and slim. The female is described to be a Hispanic female, short and stout. The responsible parties…
2019-06-10 @ 5:13pm--#Bridgeport CT-- #cttraffic-- A three car crash on I-95 southbound near exit 26. No word on injuries, expect delays in both directions. I-95 Accidente 2019-06-10 @ 5:13pm--#Bridgeport CT--#cttraffic--Un choque de tres carros en la I-95 en dirección sur cerca de la salida 26. No hay noticias sobre lesiones, espera retrasos en ambas direcciones.
2019-06-10 @ 5:00pm-- #Bridgeport CT-- There is a heavy police presence on Harral Avenue for a teen in a blue hoodie who fled towards Central Avenue. I don't know what he is wanted for but I wanted to alert the public of this situation. I did not consult with Louis Jackson if this might be considered inflammatory. This news report is made possible by: Noticias de Bridgeport: Cacería 2019-06-10 @ 5:00PM--#Bridgeport CT--Hay una fuerte presencia policial en la Avenida Harral para un adolescente con una sudadera azul que huyó hacia la Avenida Central. No sé para qué buscan el niño pero alteraron al público con esta situación. No consulte con Louis Jackson.
2019-06-10 @ 3:12pm-- #Faifield CT-- A two car crash with injuries at Johnson and Chambers Drive. Noticias de Bridgeport: Accidente 2019-06-10 @ 3:12pm – #Faifield CT – Un choque de dos carros con lesiones en Johnson y Chambers Drive
3:00PMish--#Bridgeport CT-- A child was hit by a green pickup truck that fled the scene on North Avenue just past Lexington Avenue when Geraldine Johnson School was letting out. According to radio reports the child is "pretty banged up". Noticias de Bridgeport: Niño golpeado por camión que huye 3:00PMish – #Bridgeport CT – Un niño fue golpeado por una camioneta verde que huyó de la escena en la Avenida North justo después de la Avenida Lexington cuando la escuela Geraldine Johnson estaba saliendo. Según los informes de la radio, el niño está "bastante golpeado".
2019-06-10 @ 11:16am--#Bridgeport CT-- School resource officers dispatched to Curiale School at 300 Laurel Avenue for a second grader who was caught with a knife. The knife has been taken from the child who is now in the principal's office. This news report is made possible by: Noticias de Bridgeport: Encontraron un ninode 2º Grado con un cuchillo 2019-06-10 @ 11:16am – #Bridgeport CT – Oficiales de recursos escolares fueron llamados a Curiale School en la 300 Avenida de Laurel por un niño en segundo grado que tenía un cuchillo. Quitaron el cuchillo y ahora el niño está en la oficina del director.
HARTFORD, CT – Governor Ned Lamont Sunday released the following statement regarding United Technologies Corporation (UTC): “UTC and its subsidiaries, including Pratt & Whitney, Otis Elevator, and Collins Aerospace, continue to be an important part of Connecticut’s fabric. It’s important to note that nearly all of UTC’s 19,000 employees will remain in Connecticut, with roughly 100 moving to the new headquarters. “I’ve spoken directly with Greg Hayes and made it clear that Connecticut will always be open should things change, as they often do. This serves as reminder that we live in an increasingly competitive economy, domestically and internationally. As such, it’s critical we invest in education, workforce development, and our transportation infrastructure to stay competitive. “Our…