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Month: July 2020

State News

SUPPORT REMAINS AVAILABLE FOR TAXPAYERS TO FILE 2019 TAXES AND RECEIVE ECONOMIC IMPACT PAYMENTS

Jul 14, 2020 Stephen Krauchick

HARTFORD, CT) – Governor Ned Lamont today is reminding Connecticut residents that the deadline to file 2019 income taxes – a requirement for most people to become eligible to receive federal economic impact payments resulting from the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic – is July 15, 2020. Households with a total income at or below $56,000 can continue to receive free tax preparation support through the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program. The service is administered by the Connecticut Association for Human Services, with financial support from the philanthropic organization 4-CT and the United Way of Connecticut.   Residents can access VITA services online at www.211ct.org/taxhelp or by calling 2-1-1.   “The federal government has made filing your taxes a key component of gaining…

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Stratford

Stratford Health Department Offers Annual Childhood Immunization Clinics and Physicals

Jul 14, 2020 Stephen Krauchick

Stratford, Connecticut (July 13th, 2020) – The Stratford Health Department is hosting a series of immunization clinics and physicals for Stratford’s youth starting at the end of July. The immunization clinics and physicals will be offered, by appointment only, at the Birdseye Municipal Complex, located at 468 Birdseye Street in Stratford. Immunization Clinics Wednesday, July 22nd                     9:00 AM – 12:00 PM Wednesday, July 29th                     9:00 AM – 12:00 PM Wednesday, August 5th                  9:00 AM – 12:00 PM Physical Examinations Tuesday, August 18th                     9 :00 AM – 3:00 PM Wednesday, August 19th               9:00 AM – 3:00 PM Tuesday, August 25th                     9:00 AM – 3:00 PM Wednesday, August 26th               9:00 AM – 3:00 PM The CDC and American Academy of Pediatrics urge every child keep…

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Bridgeport

Bridgeport News: Overnight Fire Tragedy Averted

Jul 14, 2020 Stephen Krauchick

2020-07-14@3:44am-- Firefighters' quick response time coupled with their simultaneous coordinated efforts prevented at a multi-family house fire at 204 Wheeler Avenue. Car fire in the underground parking underneath the structure was fully engulfed. Firefighters quickly got everyone out of the building while others battled the blaze with the water on the truck and others hooked to the hydrants. My travel time to the scene was six minutes the scene and firefighters had the bulk of the fire out. Within the hour firefighters made sure the fire did not extend to the apartments, metered the building and the residents were able to return to their apartments.  

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Trumbull

Trumbull Car Pursuit

Jul 14, 2020 Stephen Krauchick

2020-07-14@3:03pm--#Trumbull CT-- Police were in pursuit of a stolen silver Alfa Romeo stolen out of Stamford, wanted for breaking into cars in Trumbull (the occupants not the car).  Police pursued it on Route 25 south to about Route 111.   This news report is made possible by:  

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Bridgeport

Tonight’s Vehicle Fire

Jul 14, 2020 Stephen Krauchick

2020-07-14@3:00am--#Bridgeport CT-- Tonight's vehicle fire was in the 100 block of the street formerly know as Prince Street.  The car was fully engulfed, fire marshal called to the scene to investigate the cause.   This news report is made possible by:   [caption id="attachment_83789" align="aligncenter" width="2560"] Visit Penfield Service's website: https://penfieldservicecenterct.com/[/caption]

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State News

Connecticut Apartment Association Partnering with American Red Cross

Jul 13, 2020 Stephen Krauchick

Partnership Helps Support the Red Cross Home Fire Campaign The Connecticut Apartment Association, based in Glastonbury, Connecticut, has partnered with the American Red Cross for the third year in a row. As part of the partnership, this year, the Connecticut Apartment Association has contributed in support of the Red Cross Home Fire Campaign and is entering their third year as a Ready 365 Bronze level supporter. “We are grateful to the Connecticut Apartment Association for their continued support of the Red Cross and for their commitment to support the Home Fire Campaign,” said Brandon Ponder, Chief Development Officer, American Red Cross Connecticut and Rhode Island Region. “The Connecticut Apartment Association’s partnership helps the Red Cross prepare communities for the largest disaster threat, home fires.” Every…

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Bridgeport

WorkPlace Grant

Jul 13, 2020 Stephen Krauchick

Congressman Jim Himes (CT-04) announced The WorkPlace will receive a nearly $2 million Youth Apprenticeship Readiness Grant from the U.S. Department of Labor’s Employment and Training Administration. The WorkPlace is a workforce development organization that has been serving Southwest Connecticut for over 36 years. “Education is the path forward for individuals and America to build a strong future in the 21st Century,” said Congressman Himes. “The WorkPlace’s efforts to train young adults in Southwest Connecticut for careers in manufacturing is crucial. If we want Connecticut to remain competitive, we need vocational programs run by organizations like The WorkPlace.” “The WorkPlace is excited for this opportunity to work with a broad spectrum of community partners to create programming that will help young adults enter manufacturing careers,” said Joe Carbone,…

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Fairfield

Fairfield News: Hit And Run Arrest

Jul 12, 2020 Stephen Krauchick

2020-07-11@7:11pm–#Fairfield CT–  Yesterday, we were the first to tell about a hit and run on Brookview Avenue.  Police caught up with the suspect and arrested  Joseph T. Palmer, Joseph T., and charged with the below crimes after he was engaged in a physical altercation inside the party. Palmer allegedly intentionally rammed another party-goers vehicle while they were placing their child in the car. The victim suffered a broken ankle and foot as a result of the collision. The accused also fled the scene and was located a short time later by officers.   Palmer was charged with statues: C.G.S. 14-230(a) Failure to Drive Right, C.G.S. 14-222 Reckless Driving, C.G.S. 14-12(a)* Operating an Unregistered Motor Vehicle, C.G.S. 14-36a Operating Without a…

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