FAIRFIELD, CT/September 12, 2016 – Parents looking for enriching after-school programs for their children—and even themselves!—can enroll in one of four options this fall at the Fairfield Museum and History Center. Classes and programs related to art, culture and history begin in October and November, and enrollment is open. Space is limited. Visithttp://tinyurl.com/z2pyu2t for more details and to register. Here’s a list of what is being offered. The Lion’s Studio Art Enrichment (ages 7-9): Mondays, 4 – 5:30pm on November 14, 21, 28, and December 5. Join Cassie Walker of “The Lion’s Studio” to encourage, develop, and challenge your child’s ability and curiosity in the world of art. Discover and discuss the works of the masters of contemporary art and influential…
Fairfield News: House Fire
4:19pm--#Fairfield Connecticut-- There were no injuries and no one at home at this house fire on Longfellow Avenue. When the call came over the scanner I knew it was close. I ran to the scene with my camera, set it up and ran to the house with another person who kicked in the door. I yelled fire in the front as he ran to the back, we were relieved no one was inside. I then directed traffic to get the cars off the road so that firefighters could get their trucks to the scene. Assistant Fire Chief Scott Bisson said it appears the fire had started on the back deck. Fire spread up to the side of the building to…
Fairfield News: Crash
5:20pm--#Fairfield Connecticut-- First responders on the way to Stratfield Road at Grandview Road for a crash with injuries. This news report is made possible by:
Fairfield News: Missing Senior Citizen
11:11am--#Fairfield Connecticut-- Police are looking for a gray Honda Fit with CT plates 277PRD with a missing 88 year old woman with dementia. If you see this car please call police, do not approach her as she can become agitated. This news report is made possible by: 11:11am--#Fairfield Connecticut--La policía está buscando a un gris Honda Fit con placas 277PRD con una mujer de 88 años con demencia. Si ve este auto, por favor llame a la policía, no se acercan a ella se puede agitar.
Fairfield News: Catamaran Water Rescue
5:44pm--#Fairfield Connecticut-- Firefighters and marine units were called for a water rescue of a catamaran that had its mast break off. A sailboat came to its rescue and began towing it back in as marine rescue units arrived. The Fairfield marine unit assisted with the tow and lecture on the importance of personal flotation device use. 5:44pm--#Fairfield Connecticut-- Los bomberos y unidades marinas fueron llamadas para un rescate en la agua de un catamarán que tenía su mástril quebrado. Un barco fue a su rescate y llamaron ayuda. La unidad marina Fairfield asistio conel remolque y converso sobre la importancia sel uso de flotación personal.
Fairfield News: Two Motorcycles Down
1:11pm--#Fairfield Connecticut--#Bridgeport CT--Two motorcycles have crashed on Park Avenue near Thorme/Shirley Place have crashed. This is in the motorcade of 9/11 CT United Ride. One biker is reported to have a broken arm. Now a report of 3 bikes down at Capital Avenue. This news report is made possible by: 1:11pm--#Fairfield Connecticut--#Bridgeport CT- Dos motocicletas se han estrellado en Park Avenue, cerca de Thorme/Shirley place. Se trata de la caravana de 9/11 Ct United Ride. Un motorista se informa que tiene un brazo roto. Ahora, un informe de tres bicicletas chocaron en Capital ave.
Fairfield Connecticut– Minor Motorcycle Crash
1:50pm-- #Fairfield Connecticut-- Report of a minor accident between a motorcycle and car at Toilsome and Park Avenue according to radio reports. This news report is made possible by:
Fairfield News: Car Hits Tree
2:19pm-- A car has hit a tree at the end of Somerset Avenue with possible injuries. This news report is made possible by:
Fairfield News: 2 Car Crash
2:09pm--#Fairfield Connecticut-- Police are investigating a two car crash behind the rest area on the Merritt Parkway on Congress Street. Two ambulances sent for two people with chest pains.
Senator Honored For Helping Firefighters With Cancer
During a Sep. 6 ceremony in New Britain, Sen. Tony Hwang was recognized as the 2016 Co-Legislator of the Year by the Uniformed Professional Fire Fighters Association of Connecticut. The award recognizes Sen. Hwang’s efforts in helping craft legislation which provides wage replacement benefits to all eligible paid and volunteer firefighters diagnosed with specified cancers. Sen. Hwang, the ranking Republican senator on the Labor and Public Employees Committee, was part of a firefighter working group which consisted of Republican and Democrat legislators, the Connecticut Council of Municipalities (CCM), the Council of Small Towns (COST), municipal leaders and the firefighter unions. “This is a groundbreaking proposal which protects the men and women who ensure our safety,” Sen. Hwang said. “It was an honor…