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10:22am--#cttraffic--#Fairfield Connecticut--Two tractor trailers have collided on I-95 southbound near exit 20. A fuel saddle tank from one of the tractor trailers was sheered off and about 80 gallons of fuel spilled into the storm drain. Connecticut's Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP) has been notified and on the way. No injuries have been reported. Detour if you can traffic is backed up.
4:04pm--#Bridgeport Connecticut-- A tree came down taking power lines with it around an occupied police at 440 Hilltop Road in Black Rock. First responders on the way. This report is made possible by:
1:01pm--#Bridgeport Connecticut-- #Fairfield Connecticut-- A car wanted in connection to cigarette robberies in Fairfield has been stopped by Bridgeport Police at Park and Fairfield Avenue. This report is made possible by:
1:01pm--#Fairfield Connecticut--Report of a crash on Kings Highway East near our sponsor DeSantie Tire. Same big box low pricing but with the best customer service ANYWHERE!
First Selectman Michael Tetreau and CK Salon owner Ella Sandin cut the ribbon of their second salon on Black Rock Turnpike. The first salon opened in August of last year and with the huge success the owners Michael and Ella Sandin just opened their second location. We are full hair salon specializing in the "total package" (CKC) stands for color, keratin, and cut. Our first salon opened in August of last year and with the huge success the owners Michael and Ella Sandin just opened their second location and we are offering 25% off to all new clients. Vist them on Facebook at or https://www.facebook.com/CKCSalonandKeratinBar/ or at: CKC Salon & Keratin Bar …
The Office of Community and Economic Development announced that as part of a renewed emphasis on tourism, the Town of Fairfield unveiled today a new website designed to provide visitors and residents alike with information on upcoming events, local attractions, things to do and places to stay, eat and shop in Fairfield. The new mobile-responsive website, www.ExperienceFairfieldCT.org complements a new Fairfield Town Map and Guide, which is presently being distributed at more than 280 locations in the New York metro area throughout the busy summer tourist season. “Fairfield is the quintessential New England town with a rich, 375-year history, picturesque coastline and a vibrant and walkable downtown. There’s so much to see and do, all within minutes of each other,…
10:54pm--#Southport Connecticut--#Fairfield Connecticut--Teens threw four porta potties into the river outside 95 Harbor Road. The porta potties were set up for a road race earlier on Sunday. Connecticut Department of Energy & Environmental Protection (DEEP) was notified. Firefighters are removing them. Police are investigating but have nothing to go on... Go ahead, add your own puns. Yes, it was a slow news night!
UPDATE: Fairfield Police Press Release: On 6/24/2016, at 1:30 PM, a Robbery was reported at CVS Pharmacy, 1968 Black Rock Turnpike, Fairfield, CT. A white male wearing a black shirt, and baseball hat, approached the pharmacy and demanded Oxycodone indicating if they did not comply, someone would get hurt. The subject fled the CVS store with a large quantity of Oxycodone pills. The Fairfield Police is asking assistance in identifying the below pictured suspect. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Fairfield Police Detective Bureau at 203-254- 4840 or text your tip anonymously to 274637. 1:30pmish--The CVS at 1968 Black Rock Turnpike was robbed of drugs. A white male wearing all black entered the store in the pharmacy area and demanded oxycodone and other narcotics Fairfield…
UPDATE: UPDATE: Deputy Chief Lyddy told me that one person out of four was arrested. 1:19am--#Fairfield Connecticut--Police locate suspects looking in cars at the Mercedes Dealership on Commerce Drive and a foot pursuit ensues. The suspects ran onto the railroad tracks towards Bridgeport. The police activity on the tracks caused train traffic to come to a stop. Police had boxed in their car that had the wrong plates (misuse) on it. The manhunt is now in the Scofield Avenue area of Bridgeport. K-9 and State Police are assisting.