Bridgeport News: Robbery
2020-05-08@11:41pm--#Bridgeport CT-- Police are investigating a robbery in the 200 block of Lincoln Avenue. No mention of any weapons, two men robbed her of her cash. This news report is made possible by:
Bridgeport News: Armed Robbery
2020-05-08@7:00PMish-- #Bridgeport CT-- An armed robbery occurred at Pine and Bostwick Street. The masked robber put a gun to the victims mouth taking his cell phone and cash. The suspect fled in a white sedan. This news report is made possible by:
Bridgeport News: Illegal Gathering
2020-05-08@5:14pm--#Bridgeport CT-- The health department called police to Tony's Huntington Inn at Huntington Turnpike for an illegal gathering in the bar. Yesterday News 12' s John Craven did a report on people eating inside the restaurant. This news report is made possible by:
Bridgeport News: Safe Driving Seems Optional
2020-05-08@4:21pm-- Safe driving seems to be option right now: 2 car accident at Gene and Noble Avenue. 4 car accident at Main and Vanguard Street. This news report is made possible by:
Fairfield News: Gas Line Hit
2020-05-08@11:30am--#Fairfield CT-- Construction workers hit a gas line in front of 1375 Kings Highway East. This is near Cumberland Farms which is a busy intersection to begin with so avoid the area if you can. This news report is made possible by our SAFE heating sponsor:
Fairfield News: Town Updates
#Fairfield CT-- The Town is seeking some clarifications and further guidelines from the Governor’s office, which we are told will be provided for restaurants on Friday, for salons next week, and for childcare and summer camps on the 15th. The Town of Fairfield stands ready and committed to providing a wide array of support from multiple municipal departments and resources available to assist our business community. The members of the Task Force include the Town Health, Zoning, Economic Development, and Building departments and the Fire Marshal’s office, Police Department, and the Fairfield Chamber of Commerce. We are working on protocols to streamline procedures and allow greater flexibility for restaurants wishing to expand their outdoor dining footprint, among other steps the…
Senator Wants Cash Refunds For Cancelled Flights
WASHINGTON, D.C.] – During a Senate Commerce Committee hearing on Wednesday, U.S. Senator Richard Blumenthal (D-CT) pressed Airlines for America President & CEO Nick Calio on why airlines are preventing consumers from receiving cash refunds for flights cancelled due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Reports indicate that airlines are misleading consumers seeking refunds, intentionally steering them toward vouchers. Blumenthal pointed out that these practices are especially brazen given the airline industry received more than $25 billion in taxpayer coronavirus relief funding. “[W]hen you come to us and ask for more assistance, my mind goes back to the bailout we’ve just given you,” Blumenthal said to Calio. “More than $25 billion in taxpayer money and now in effect you are continuing to mislead and…
Stratford News: Arm Stuck In A Press
2020-05-07@11:05pm--#Stratford CT-- First responders on the way to Norwalk Powdered Metals at 30 Moffitt Street for a man with his arm stuck in a press. This news report is made possible by:
Bridgeport News: Naked Woman!
2020-05-07@7:47pm-- Report of a naked woman near building 19 at PT Barnum. She is allegedly on PCP according to radio reports. This news report is made possible by: [caption id="attachment_82873" align="aligncenter" width="1125"] Visit Perez Tires Website:https://www.pereztirecenter.com/[/caption]
Bridgeport News: Mask Distribution
Bridgeport, CT – Mayor Ganim announced that a Citywide Mask Distribution event will be held on Saturday, May 9th, 2020 from 10am to 2pm, or while supplies last. The plan of face mask distribution includes five locations throughout the community and is a continuance of Mayor Ganim’s efforts to protect residents against the spread of COVID-19 while adhering to current local and state requirements regarding the use of facial coverings in public spaces. Masks are being assembled in packages of 10 per packet. Each driver will be provided with one packet containing a quantity of ten “3-Ply Surgical Masks.” Bridgeport residents are required to provide proof of residency by State-issued identification and one supporting document; either vehicle registration or utility bill.…