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Bridgeport

Bridgeport Police Investigating Two Morning Commercial Burglaries

Apr 24, 2025 Alex

Bridgeport Police are investigating two separate commercial burglaries reported Thursday morning. The first was reported at 9:09 a.m. in the 700 block of Arctic Street, and the second at 10:34 a.m. in the 500 block of Hallett Street. Keep your house safe with the Eufy Security SoloCam S340! it’s what we personally recommend and use in our business! Amazon Associate Disclaimer: As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases. When you shop through our Amazon affiliate links, we receive a small commission at no additional cost to you. Your support helps us continue providing free, local breaking news to the Greater Bridgeport area. Every purchase made through our links directly contributes to keeping DoingItLocal running. Thank you for helping…

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Westport

The Westport Police Department Teams with the Drug Enforcement Administration for National Prescription Drug Take Back Day

Apr 22, 2025 Alex

[Westport, CT] – On Saturday, April 26 th , from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. the Westport PoliceDepartment and the Drug Enforcement Administration will host DEA’s National PrescriptionDrug Take Back Day at locations across the country. DEA and its partners will collect tablets,capsules, patches, and other solid forms of prescription drugs. Collection sites will not acceptsyringes, sharps, and illicit drugs. Liquid products, such as cough syrup, should remain sealed intheir original container. The cap must be tightly sealed to prevent leakage.For more than a decade, the event has helped Americans easily rid their homes of unneededmedications—those that are old, unwanted, or expired—that too often become a gateway toaddiction.Take Back Day offers free and anonymous disposal of unneeded medications at close…

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Norwalk

Norwalk: Bicyclist Seriously Injured in Crash on Wilson Avenue

Apr 22, 2025 Alex

Shortly after 7:00 PM on April 19th, Norwalk Combined Dispatch received multiple 911 calls reporting a motor vehicle accident involving a bicyclist on Wilson Avenue. Emergency crews responded swiftly to the scene, where the bicyclist was found with serious injuries and transported to the hospital for treatment. Norwalk Police Accident Investigators are actively investigating the circumstances surrounding the crash. Anyone who witnessed the accident or has information is urged to contact Officer Taylor Equi at tequi@norwalkct.gov or (203) 854-3035, or leave an anonymous tip by calling the Norwalk Police Tip Line at 203-854-3111.

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Norwalk

UPDATE: One Displaced After Kitchen Fire on Lockwood Lane in Norwalk; Red Cross Assisting

Apr 21, 2025 Alex

A kitchen fire broke out on April 20th on Lockwood Lane in Norwalk, prompting a swift response from first responders who quickly brought the blaze under control. While the fire was contained to the kitchen area, one resident was displaced as a result of the damage. The American Red Cross is helping one family – one adult after a fire today on Lockwood Lane, Norwalk. The Red Cross provided assistance to meet the family's immediate needs. Responders included: Heather Dunn, Max Morenberg, Namrata Kanwal and Jon Basso. The Red Cross also provided a recovery envelope containing information helpful to families recovering from a fire, including tips on cleanup; notification of important contacts; dealing with damaged items and more. The Red…

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Bridgeport

BRIDGEPORT POLICE: THREE ARRESTED ON DRUG AND FIREARM CHARGES AFTER TRAFFIC STOP

Apr 21, 2025 Alex

On April 18, 2025, Bridgeport Police officers on patrol spotted a silver Chevrolet Malibu illegally parked in front of a fire hydrant at Washington Avenue and Center Street. A stop revealed the vehicle's registration was suspended and the driver, Christopher L. Cintron, had no valid registration or proof of insurance. During the encounter, officers observed rear passenger Torrance L. McClain adjusting his waistband, prompting a search that led to the discovery of a firearm on his person. A search of the vehicle uncovered over 38 grams of cocaine, more than 600 grams of marijuana, a scale, packaging materials, a phone, and nearly $2,000 in cash. Christopher L. Cintron, 31, was charged with operating an unregistered vehicle, illegal operation without insurance,…

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Entertainment Fairfield Food & Beverage

Shop & Stroll into Spring Will Take Place on May 1st!

Apr 21, 2025 Alex

The Office of Community & Economic Development invites you to join the Town of Fairfield and the Fairfield Chamber of Commerce for the annual “Shop and Stroll into Spring” event on Thursday, May 1, 2025. Over 20+ participating shops in downtown Fairfield will open at their regular times with extended hours through 9 p.m., offering patrons a time to browse, enjoy light refreshments, and shop local with a variety of in-store promotions to kick off the spring season, as well as shop early for graduation and Mother’s Day gifts! Join us at the Shop & Stroll into Spring Pre-Event Happy Hour, which will take place at RyeBird (11 Unquowa Road) on Thursday, May 1st beginning at 5 p.m. Be sure…

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Bridgeport

Back to Back Burglaries

Apr 21, 2025 Alex

Police are investigating a report of back to back residential burglaries, the first in the area of the 100 block of Merritt Street, the second in the area of the 2400 block of East Main Street. Keep your house safe with the Eufy Security SoloCam S340! it’s what we personally recommend and use in our business! Amazon Associate Disclaimer: As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases. When you shop through our Amazon affiliate links, we receive a small commission at no additional cost to you. Your support helps us continue providing free, local breaking news to the Greater Bridgeport area. Every purchase made through our links directly contributes to keeping DoingItLocal running. Thank you for helping us serve…

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State News

BLUMENTHAL DEMANDS ANSWERS FROM TRUMP ADMINISTRATION AFTER INTERNATIONAL STUDENT VISAS REVOKED WITHOUT WARNING OR EXPLANATION

Apr 20, 2025 Alex

[WASHINGTON, D.C.] – Today, U.S. Senator Richard Blumenthal (D-CT) wrote Secretary of Homeland Security Kristi Noem, Secretary of State Marco Rubio, and Acting Director of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement Todd Lyons demanding an explanation for the Trump Administration’s seemingly arbitrary revocation of hundreds of student visas nationwide. Today’s letter follows reporting that dozens of students in Connecticut may have had their legal status terminated via email without warning or explanation. In today’s letter, Blumenthal demanded the Trump Administration provide information about what kind of notice and due process were provided to these students. “Connecticut has some of the top public and private institutions of higher learning in the country. International students gain access to our institutions and in return…

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Bridgeport

FAIRFIELD POLICE MAKE ARREST IN FISK STREET SHOOTING INVESTIGATION

Apr 17, 2025 Alex

FAIRFIELD, CT — On June 23, 2024 at approximately 10:30 p.m., the Fairfield Police Department received a report of possible gunshots in the area of Fiske Street. Officers responded immediately, located shell casings at the scene, and secured the area until detectives arrived to process it for forensic evidence. Shortly after, a local hospital reported that a male victim had arrived with a gunshot wound to the leg. Fairfield Officers spoke with the victim, who refused to provide details about the incident but confirmed that no one else had been injured. The victim’s vehicle, also located at the hospital, had multiple bullet holes. Detectives executed multiple search warrants, conducted forensic testing, and worked in collaboration with neighboring law enforcement agencies.…

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