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GOVERNOR APPOINTS NEW SOUTHPORT HARBOR MASTER

Mar 12, 2014 Alex

First Selectman Mike Tetreau announced today that Governor Dannel P. Malloy has appointed Fairfield resident Louis Schueler to serve as Harbor Master for the harbors and navigable waterways of Southport. Pursuant to Sections 4-1 and 15-1 of the Connecticut General Statutes, the Governor appointed Mr. Schueler to serve in this position starting March 6, 2014 with a term ending June 30, 2016 or until a successor is appointed and has qualified, whichever is longer, in succession to former Harbor Master Patrick Carroll. Louis Schueler has served on the Harbor Management Commission (HMC) for eight years. In addition, Mr. Schueler served as President of the Community Sailing of Fairfield (CSF) for nine years and is still currently a member. Upon graduation…

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Entertainment

Connecticut’s Only Zoo Invites Public to “Spring Forward” for Amphibians with FrogWatch USA™

Mar 12, 2014 Alex

BRIDGEPORT, Conn. and SILVER SPRING, Md. - March 10, 2014 - Connecticut's Beardsley Zoo invites Connecticut residents to take advantage of Daylight Savings Time, and "Spring Forward" for amphibians through the Association of Zoos and Aquariums' (AZA) FrogWatch USA™citizen science program. The zoo, in collaboration with Yale University's Peabody Museum, will teach families, students, and others how to be citizen scientists through both classroom and experiential learning. Working with experts, volunteers will learn about local frog species, travel into wetlands throughout the region, and observe and record the frog and toad calls they hear. While at the zoo, volunteers also will have a chance to get up close and personal with amphibian education animals.   "FrogWatch is a terrific way…

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State News

Himes to Host “How to Fund Your College Education” Financial Aid Event

Mar 12, 2014 Alex

Presentation will connect students with university representatives for help with the financial aid process WASHINGTON, DC – Congressman Jim Himes (CT-4) will host an event on Sunday, March 16, at the Trumbull Public Library to connect students who need help paying for their higher education with financial aid professionals and information on navigating federal financial aid options. “How to Fund Your College Education” is a free information session that will feature representatives from the University of Bridgeport, Fairfield University, and Sacred Heart University explaining best practices for identifying grants and student loans and tips for filing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). They will also be available to answer any questions attendees may have.   “We must ensure…

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Bridgeport Local News

Detectives Make Third Arrest Sept. 10 Shooting That Wounded Four and Killed One

Mar 11, 2014 Alex

“Detectives never stopped working this case. They followed the evidence where it took them and now have charged all three people that we believe participated in this terrible crime.” Police Chief Joseph L. Gaudett Jr.   (Bridgeport, CT – March 10, 2014) – A third suspect has been arrested  in connection with a 2013 shooting that wounded four people and killed another. Detectives Ada Curet, Paul Ortiz and Heitor Teixeira secured an arrest warrant charging Raashon Jackson, 23, in connection with the Sept. 10, 2013, shooting on Reservoir and Grandview avenues. LaChristopher Pettway died from his injuries. Four other males, who ranged in age from 15 to 20, were wounded. Jackson, who is incarcerated, was served with the warrant this…

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Bridgeport Local News

Three Arrested After Melee Outside Lounge

Mar 11, 2014 Alex

(Bridgeport, CT – March 10, 2014) – Three people face charges after a large fight outside Tae’s Lounge on Stratford Avenue. Officers Fabio Pereira and Dave Rivera were sent to the 1000 block of Stratford Avenue Sunday night for a trespassing complaint and instead encountered a large fight in the street. Rivera observed one male, later identified as Jonathan Sierra, 32, with a knife. He was being held by another male, who stated Sierra had stabbed him. Rivera disarmed the suspect and handcuffed him as Pereira and Officers Alexander Wilde and Michael Stanitis attempted to keep the crowd from attacking Sierra. Witnesses identified three suspects and provided an account of the incident, which apparently started over a dispute over a…

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Bridgeport Local News

Motorist Jailed After Trying to Break Out Car From Tow Yard

Mar 11, 2014 Alex

(Bridgeport, CT – March 10, 2014) – A Pennsylvania man faces burglary and other charges after breaking into a commercial auto garage to try to retrieve his towed car. After he was discharged from the hospital for an arm laceration, he was booked at police headquarters. Officer Stavros Mirtsopoulos responded to the Family Garage, 88 North Ave., Sunday just before 8 p.m. on a report of an individual breaking windows at the business. He encountered the suspect, Jose Fausto Castillo, 36, of Easton, Pa., who was bleeding heavily from a wrist laceration. Medics were requested and Castillo stated he had been dropped off by taxi and was trying to retrieve his impounded car. He stated he intentionally broke the window…

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Local News

GOV. MALLOY: BOTH BUSINESS AND LABOR GROUPS SHOW SOLID SUPPORT FOR UTC AGREEMENT

Mar 11, 2014 Alex

(HARTFORD, CT) – Governor Dannel P. Malloy today highlighted testimony submitted to the state legislature by both business groups and labor groups in support of an agreement that the Governor reached last month with United Technologies Corporation that will ensure the aerospace company continues its strong presence in Connecticut and will have an impact on thousands of good-paying jobs in the state:     Testimony of the Connecticut Business & Industry Association (CBIA) , Bonnie Stewart, Vice President:   “CBIA strongly supports and urges the adoption of HB 5465 An Act Concerning the Connecticut Aerospace Reinvestment Act.  This measure, in large part, allows the redeployment of previously earned tax credits into capital investments, thereby enabling United Technologies Corporation (UTC) to…

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