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2021-04-30@9:58pm--#Fairfield CT-- A crash between a Fairfield University Bus and an SUV at North Benson Road and Barlow Road. There were no students on the bus. The three passengers in the SUV was being evaluated by EMS with unknown injuries.
2021-04-30@8:09pm--#Milford CT-- #cttraffic-- Tonight's vehicle fire is on the Merritt Parkway at exit 55A exit ramp. The car is fully engulfed according to radio reports. No idea which direciton.
2021-04-30@8:00pm--#Bridgeport CT-- Firefighters are on scene at 3030 Park Avenue investigating a haze on the first floor. This news report is made possible by:
Good forecast to get the car washed and the oil changed! TonightIncreasing clouds, with a low around 40. Windy, with a west wind 21 to 29 mph, with gusts as high as 49 mph. SaturdaySunny, with a high near 64. Northwest wind 11 to 16 mph. Saturday NightA 20 percent chance of showers after 2am. Increasing clouds, with a low around 49. Southwest wind around 9 mph.SundayPartly sunny, with a high near 73. West wind 10 to 13 mph. Sunday NightMostly cloudy, with a low around 52. Here's some coupons to save you money!!
2021-04-30@2:42pm--#Bridgeport CT-- Main Street is closed at Main Street near Gold Street for a 3 car crash with injuries.
HARTFORD, CT) – Governor Ned Lamont is encouraging Connecticut residents who need help paying last winter’s home heating bills to consider applying for the Connecticut Energy Assistance Program. An extended application deadline of Tuesday, June 15, 2021, gives eligible families and individuals additional time to apply for this vital assistance. “The cold weather is behind us, but I want to remind everyone that help is still available to pay home heating bills from this past winter,” Governor Lamont said. “Thanks to the Connecticut Department of Social Services and the dedicated staff of Connecticut’s Community Action Agencies and partners across the state, we are extending the application period on behalf of children, families, seniors, and all of those who need help with…
2021-04-30@11:58am--#Bridgeport CT-- I just finished filling up at Massey's (not a sponsor) and waiting to cross Hollister Avenue to get on the highway when a scooter/moped attempted to turn left on Logan Street when it was hit by an oncoming car. The scooter driver jumped up and picked it up and did not appear to be injured. It happened just out of sight of the dash and rear camera on my car.
#Westport CT-- On April 29, 2021 at approximately 4:05 p.m., Westport Police officers responded to thelocal Super Stop and Shop on a report of a shoplifting. Upon arrival, officers were advised thatthe suspect, who was identified as Teri Torres, was being detained by store security. The LossPrevention Officer alleged that Ms. Torres walked throughout the market placing items in areusable bag and then reportedly exited without paying for any of the merchandise. Whileinvestigating this matter, it was discovered that Ms. Torres had two outstanding warrants forViolation of Probation.Ms. Torres was placed under arrest and charged with Larceny in the Sixth Degree as wellas two counts of Violation of Probation. She was released from custody after posting bondstotaling $66,500.00. Ms. Torres…
Hartford, CT) – Attorney General William Tong issued a statement today in support of the Public Utilities Regulatory Authority decision finding Eversource failed to meet its obligations to ratepayers in the aftermath of Tropical Storm Isaias. The decision finds Eversource was imprudent in its response, opening the door to consumer credits, fines and penalties at a subsequent proceeding. “Eversource failed and must regain our trust. Their failed response to Isaias put lives in danger, and left families in the dark and disconnected during a deadly pandemic. PURA’s strong decision correctly concludes that Eversource was ill-prepared and poorly managed throughout the storm crisis. PURA has rightly opened the door to strong penalties and corrective action, and we will continue to advocate…
2021-04-29@5:29pm--#Norwalk CT-- #cttraffic-- A crash on I-95 northbound at exit 16 left lane for your commuting pleasure.