November 2024 – Page 4

State News

Statement of Appreciation and Gratitude from State Senator Tony Hwang on the 28th State Senate Election Win

Nov 11, 2024 Alex

State Senator Tony Hwang issued the following statement regarding his re-election as State Senator of Connecticut’s 28th District. “This widespread support - and this wide margin of victory - is humbling and inspiring. We won by more than 5,600 votes: nearly 10 percentage points. We won in each town: Bethel, Easton, Fairfield, and Newtown. We won with support from Republicans, Democrats, and Independents. We won by staying positive, by staying connected, and by remaining focused on issues people care about, like making Connecticut more affordable for everyone. I am grateful to the people of the 28th Senate District for reviewing my record of service and re-electing me in such a convincing fashion. I will continue to put people over politics.…

Fairfield

Fairfield News: Today’s Vehicle Fire

Nov 10, 2024 Alex

https://youtu.be/kq2B9qS9Vd8 Today's Vehicle Fire is a parked car that suddenly caught on fire behind the Nutmeg bowling alley at 802 Villa Ave in Fairfield. Firefighters quickly extinguished the fire and there was no extension to any of the other vehicles.

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Smoke Shop in a Cloud of Chaos

Nov 9, 2024 Stephen Krauchick

A car has driven into the NS Smoke Junction at 48 Pershing Drive. No word on any injuries. 2024-11-09@7:25pm--#Ansonia CT

Trumbull

Trumbull Police Make Arrest in Major Jewelry Store Theft Case

Nov 9, 2024 Alex

Trumbull Police arrested a local Bridgeport man for his part in a “smash and grab” jewelry heist at the Kay’s store in the Trumbull Mall that occurred in April earlier this year. Javon Thorbourne, age 30, of Hancock Avenue, was identified as one of the three (3) masked thieves who smashed the glass display cases with hammers and stole several thousand dollars’ worth of jewelry, while shoppers were watching nearby. The suspects fled from the mall on foot and escaped in a dark four-door sedan, which was later recovered. Thorbourne who was later identified as one of the suspects, was arrested and charged for his involvement in these crimes. On April 17th, at approximately 1:45 p.m., Trumbull Police received several…

Stratford

Stratford Library November Kid’s Events

Nov 9, 2024 Alex

November StorytimesThe Stratford Library Children’s Dept. offers weekly storytimes for children at 10:30 am. On Mondays, Toddler Time meets for ages 0-2. On Tuesdays, Preschool Storytime meets for ages 3-5. Baby Lapsit meets on Thursdays for babies 0-18 months. Friday Fun offers stories and songs for ages 1-5. Enjoy early literacy activities and meet other families at Library storytimes! (No storytimes on Monday, Nov 11, Thursday, Nov 28, and Friday, Nov 29). Registration is required. To register, visit stratfordlibrary.org, then choose Events. For more information, call 203.385.4165 or visit stratfordlibrary.org/kids. Book ScientistsThe Stratford Library Children’s Dept. offers Book Scientist kits for children ages 3-12, with books and activities based on the child’s age. This month’s theme is Outer Space (Nov…

Bridgeport

Woman Hit By Car

Nov 8, 2024 Stephen Krauchick

A woman was reportedly hit by a car traveling around 15mph at Main and Capitol Avenue according to unconfirmed radio reports. She was transported to the hospital with unknown injuries. 2024-11-08@8:24pm--#Bridgeport CT

State News

Connecticut Women’s Hall of Fame Hosts 31st Annual Induction Ceremony & Celebration

Nov 8, 2024 Alex

On Tuesday, October 22, the Connecticut Women’s Hall of Fame (CWHF) hosted its 31st Annual Induction Ceremony and Celebration at the Bushnell Center for Performing Arts. The event honored the achievements of Connecticut women by inducting three pioneers into The Hall, awarding the Eileen Kraus scholarship to a CT graduate, and recognizing three Spotlight award recipients. The following women were inducted into the Hall of Fame for their accomplishments as Creative Catalysts: Sara Bronin (Hartford): Architect, attorney, professor, and policymaker Melissa Bernstein (Westport): Entrepreneur, creative, and author Barbara Summers (Hartford): American writer, educator, and fashion model This year’s Eileen Kraus Scholarship Awardee is Yasmeen Galal, a recent Woodland Regional High School graduate who is now studying Computer Science and Government at Harvard University. During the…

Bridgeport

Bridgeport News: Child Struck By Car

Nov 8, 2024 Alex

Report of a child struck at 130 Ezra Street, Read School, in Bridgeport. No reports on the extent of the injuries at this time.

Bridgeport

Bridgeport News: Route 8 Crash

Nov 8, 2024 Alex

Report of a Motor Vehicle Accident on the highway Route 8 by Exit 1D Southbound. Initial reports say it is a 2 car crash where the driver was driving erratically prior to the crash, the other involved car is reported to have gone off the ramp. This is from unconfirmed radio reports.

Fairfield

Fairfield News: Water Rescue at Sasco Beach

Nov 8, 2024 Alex

One individual has been rescued from the water at Sasco Beach by a good Samaritan. There does not at this time seem to be any reports of injuries or medical issues.

Statement of Appreciation and Gratitude from State Senator Tony Hwang on the 28th State Senate Election Win

Fairfield News: Today’s Vehicle Fire

Smoke Shop in a Cloud of Chaos

Trumbull Police Make Arrest in Major Jewelry Store Theft Case

Stratford Library November Kid’s Events

Woman Hit By Car

Connecticut Women’s Hall of Fame Hosts 31st Annual Induction Ceremony & Celebration

Bridgeport News: Child Struck By Car

Bridgeport News: Route 8 Crash

Fairfield News: Water Rescue at Sasco Beach

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