Fairfield News: Person Lost In The Woods
2022-06-17@9:27pm--#Fairfield CT-- Firefighters on the way to locate a person lost at Brentwoods near the pond at 3111 North Street. This news report is made possible by:
#Milford CT--On April 5, 2022, a commercial burglary took place at Superior Motors, located at 1080 Bridgeport Avenue, Milford. Keys and a white 2013 Lexus were stolen from the lot. The stolen Lexus was later recovered in Derby. The investigation led to a juvenile arrest warrant being issued for the possession of the stolen Lexus. On June 15, 2022, the arrest warrant was served, and the juvenile was given a summons to appear in court. The juvenile was released to the custody of their mother. This press release was made possible by:
Bridge Maintenance on I-95 Northbound in Norwalk
#Norwalk CT-- #cttraffic--Drivers can expect right and center lane closures to take place on I-95 Northbound in Norwalk between Exit 14 (Fairfield Ave.) and Exit 16 (East Ave.). These closures will take place from Monday evening, June 20, until the morning of Thursday morning, June 23. The work schedule is 7:30 p.m. to 5:30 a.m. Possible modifications or extensions of the work schedule may occur due to weather delays or other unexpected circumstances. This press release was made possible by:
Connecticut Families Can Now Apply for the Child Tax Credit
The state is now receiving applications for families seeking the Child Tax Rebate, one of several tax cuts approved by Democrats in this year’s state budget. Any Connecticut resident who claimed at least one dependent child under the age of 18 on their 2021 federal income tax return may be eligible for the maximum state tax rebate of up to $250 per child. The following income guidelines will determine eligibility for the maximum rebate of $250 per child, while those with higher income rates may be eligible for a reduced rebate:Single or married, filing separately: $100,000 or lessHead of household: $160,000 or lessMarried, filing jointly: $200,000 or lessApplications will remain open until the end of July, with qualified recipients beginning…
Milford News: Firefighters Rescue Elderly Woman From Burning Building
Video Report- 2022-06-16 Firefighters just finished with a commercial fire on Woodmont Road when another call just down the street on Lyda Drive. Speed was a big factor as the firefighters were able to rescue the elderly homeowner. She appeared to have smoke inhalation and she was transported to the hospital. Firefighters reported heavy fire on arrival but quickly knocked the bulk of the fire down. The fire marshal was called to investigate the cause of the fire. https://youtu.be/9YIM6koOjt0
Milford News: Fire At Business
Video Report-2022-06-16-- A passerby called the fire department when they passed by Connecticut Diesel and Marine on Woodmont Drive. Firefighters found a van inside the overhead doors fully engulfed in flames. They just had the fire extinguished when they received another call on Lyda Drive where they rescued the elderly homeowner. https://youtu.be/TEUOr2vAY3c
Stratford News: Mayor Congratulates Ms. Connecticut Senior America
#Stratford CT-- Mayor Hoydick said "It was a great pleasure to welcome Stratford’s own Debra Walls this week during a meeting of the Stratford Town Council. Debra was recently named Ms. Connecticut Senior America. She was presented a proclamation on behalf of the Town in recognition of her achievement".Debra will go on to represent Stratford and Connecticut in the Ms. Senior America competition taking place this September in Hershey, PA. The Ms. Senior America Pageant’s philosophy is based on the belief that seniors are the foundation of America, and our most valuable treasure.Congratulations Debra, and good luck in September!
Automated Driving Safety
U.S. Senators Richard Blumenthal (D-CT) and Edward J. Markey (D-MA), members of the Senate Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committee, called on the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) to take aggressive investigative and enforcement action on vehicles with automated driving systems (ADS) and advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) to ensure the safety of all road users. The senators’ letter comes after NHTSA’s release of new data earlier today, showing more than 500 crashes in vehicles with these technologies. “We commend NHTSA for making this data public. Understanding the frequency and severity of crashes involving ADS and ADAS is the first step towards addressing the safety risks those systems pose. But publicizing the data alone is not enough,” wrote Blumenthal and Markey in a letter…
Bridgeport News: Woman Pushed Down Stairs
2022-06-16@12:00am-- #Bridgeport News: First responders on scene in the 700 block of Brewster Street where a woman was pushed down a flight of stairs. She has a head injury. Unknown if the person responsible was apprehended. This new report is made possible by:
Bridgeport News: Scooter Crash
2022-06-15@5:47pm--#Bridgeport CT-- First responders were originally dispatched to Berkshire and Kossuth Street for a pedestrian struck. EMS reported on the radio they had two people involved in a scooter crash and one person had traumatic injuries. I found the scooter and parts at Stillman and Kossuth Street. Witnesses said they saw a red pick up truck speeding up and down Kossuth Street when the collision occurred. The striking vehicle fled the scene. Police believed they located the vehicle on Washington Terrace. Family members are saying on social media that the person in critical condition is fighting for his life.