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TUESDAY: GOV. MALLOY ANNOUNCES SEVERAL MAJOR PROJECTS TO UPGRADE CONNECTICUT’S TRANSPORTATION INFRASTRUCTURE

Apr 15, 2014 Alex

(HARTFORD, CT) – On Tuesday morning, Governor Dannel P. Malloy will hold a news conference in Waterbury to announce state funding for several major projects throughout the state to renovate and upgrade Connecticut’s transportation infrastructure, including highways, bridges and rail. He will be joined by U.S. Senator Richard Blumenthal, U.S. Senator Chris Murphy, Congresswoman Elizabeth Esty, Mayor Neil O’Leary, state Department of Transportation Commissioner James P. Redeker, state lawmakers, representatives from the Connecticut Business and Industry Association (CBIA), and labor groups. WHO: Governor Malloy, Senator Blumenthal, Senator Murphy, Congresswoman Esty, Mayor O’Leary, Commissioner Redeker, state lawmakers, representatives from CBIA, labor groups WHAT: Governor Malloy holds news conference to announce several major projects to upgrade Connecticut’s transportation infrastructure WHEN:…

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Three Males Report Armed Robbery

Apr 15, 2014 Alex

(Bridgeport, CT – April 14, 2014) – Three youths reported being robbed by two people, including one with a handgun. Officer Daniel Orlich responded to Moffit Street Sunday for a possible shooting but could find no evidence of an incident. A short time later, he was sent to a house several streets away and spoke to the victims. They stated that they were walking just before 9 p.m. when two males approached and robbed them at gunpoint. When one of the victims attempted to flee, he heard a loud gunshot. No one was injured.

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Himes Unveils Legislation to Increase Oversight of Intelligence Agencies

Apr 15, 2014 Alex

PCLOB Oversight Enhancement Act requires regular reports to civil liberties oversight board WASHINGTON, DC – Congressman Jim Himes (CT-4) announced he will introduce a bill to guarantee timely intelligence reports to the Privacy and Civil Liberties Oversight Board (PCLOB), the presidential advisory board tasked with protecting the civil liberties of all Americans. The PCLOB Oversight Enhancement Act requires intelligence agencies to provide the PCLOB with copies of the detailed reports on their surveillance programs they already submit to the House Intelligence Committee, on which Himes serves. “As a member of the House Intelligence Committee, I help ensure that our intelligence agencies are respecting the law and Americans’ right to privacy while conducting their mission to protect our national security,” said…

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Bridgeport Schools Air Quality Program

Apr 14, 2014 Alex

City of Bridgeport Expands Indoor Air Quality Program in Schools, Targets Efforts to Reduce Absences Among Students Affected by Asthma “I am thrilled that we have taken the steps necessary to roll out the Tools for Schools program district-wide as a preventative program in maintaining healthy school environments for our children and teachers.”— Mayor Bill Finch Bridgeport, CT (April 14, 2014) — The City of Bridgeport is moving forward in its effort to reduce asthma and allergy-related absences among children and the adults that serve them each day through the “Tools for Schools” air quality program. And today, the City’s Health and Social Services Department will sponsor free trainings at Dunbar School from 3 to 8 p.m., and in the fall for…

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FUNDING AVAILABLE FOR FIRST-TIME HOME BUYERS

Apr 14, 2014 Alex

The Fairfield Office of Community and Economic Development is pleased to announce that funds are available to help income-eligible, first-time home buyers purchase a home in Fairfield. Assistance may be used toward the purchase of any owner-occupied, single-family, two-family or condominium unit in Fairfield. Under this program, the Town will provide 50% of the required down-payment up to a maximum of $30,000 toward the purchase of a home through a no-interest loan, payable when the owner re-finances, transfers the property or passes away. The Town will also help pay reasonable closing costs up to a maximum of $2,500. These funds may be used toward attorney fees, the cost of appraisals and/or pre-paid interest and other financing charges, and are provided as a grant, which need not be re-paid. To…

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Southport News: Sammy’s Southport Pizza & Grill Burns

Apr 14, 2014 Alex

#Southport CT--FFD has knocked down the fire reported at 5:46am by passing runners at 295 Pequot Ave; all Fairfield fire companies were at the fire along with Westport & Bridgeport units, with Norwalk covering for additional calls. "An aggressive interior attack by Lt Greenhaw and Engine 4 coupled with backup from Lt McHugh and Company 1 who took the roof and Lt Eannotti with Company 2 stretching additional lines to the rear kept this fire to the room of origin," said Assistant Chief Gomola who was Incident Commander. "Early notification by a couple of Good Samaritans made it possible for us to limit spread and avoid injuries, though as with any fire the adjoining occupancies suffered some damage." At this time the…

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April will be full of surprises at The Barnum Museum

Apr 10, 2014 Alex

Focus on the history of P.T. Barnum's Popular Humbugs, Hoaxes, and Curiosities In April, The Barnum Museum will unveil an unusual new acquisition, and will offer programs that uncover the truths behind some of P.T Barnum's famous humbugs and curiosities. Please check barnum-museum.org or Facebook to confirm program status should weather concerns arise. Sunday, April 13 at 2 p.m. – Frauds, Myths and Mysteriespresented by Central Connecticut State University Professor Kenneth Feder, PhD. The program will discuss some of history’s most unusual frauds and myths, including the astounding story of P.T. Barnum’s Cardiff Giant. Why are archaeological frauds so common? Why are they so successful? What are the common pitfalls of pulling off an archaeological fraud? Archaeologist Ken Feder addresses past and recent examples and more…

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CT EARS SEARCH AND RESCUE DOG DEMO AT SOUND TIGERS EVENT APRIL 12

Apr 10, 2014 Alex

BRIDGEPORT – On Saturday, April 12, from 4:00pm – 7:00pm the CT Emergency Animal Response Service (EARS) will be taking part in “Pucks & Paws,” an event with VCA Animal Hospitals and the Bridgeport Sound Tigers at the Webster Bank Arena. The afternoon will feature information booths, family fun, and demonstrations. EARS will be hosting a special booth and demonstration highlighting the work of Search And Rescue Dogs. For over a century, dogs have been a part of search and rescue missions around the world. In the United States SAR dogs have been involved in nearly every disaster, whether natural or man-made, since at least the 1960s. From the aftermath of tornadoes and earthquakes, to the rubble of the Oklahoma City…

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TUESDAY: LT. GOV. WYMAN CHAIRS HEALTH CARE CABINET, ATTENDS YWCA IN THE COMPANY OF WOMEN LUNCHEON, PARTICIPATES IN TEEN DRIVER SAFETY ANNOUNCEMENT

Apr 9, 2014 Alex

(HARTFORD, CT) – On Tuesday morning, Lieutenant Governor Nancy Wyman will chair the monthly meeting of the Health Care Cabinet, then attend the YWCA’s 19th annual In the Company of Women luncheon. In the afternoon, the Lt. Governor will join DMV Commissioner Currey and state and local partners to announce a new program to promote teen driver safety. What: Health Care Cabinet Meeting Who: Lt. Governor Wyman When: Tuesday, April 8, at 9:00 a.m. Where: Capitol room 310 *** What: YWCA In the Company of Women luncheon Who: Lt. Governor Wyman When: Tuesday, April 8, at 12:30 p.m. Where: CT Convention Center *** What: Announcement of new teen driving safety program Who: Lt. Governor Wyman, DMV Commissioner Currey, students, and advocates When: Tuesday, April 8, at 2:00 p.m. Where: Connecticut…

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GOV. MALLOY: LESSON FROM SUPER STORM SANDY – CONNECTICUT’S TRANSPORTATION INFRASTRUTURE NEEDS ‘HARDENING’

Apr 8, 2014 Alex

(HARTFORD) - Governor Dannel P. Malloy today announced that the State of Connecticut is applying for $600 million in federal transportation funding to help cover the capital costs of three resiliency, or “hardening”, projects central to the commuter rail infrastructure of Connecticut. The federal funds will be matched with $200 million in state funds for various upgrade and replacement projects along the New Haven Line. “We learned some tough lessons during Super Storm Sandy, but one of the most important was that several aspects of our transportation infrastructure are in dire need of hardening measures. We have made billions of dollars in investments in new rail infrastructure in recent years, but it is just as crucial to maintain, protect…

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TUESDAY: GOV. MALLOY ANNOUNCES SEVERAL MAJOR PROJECTS TO UPGRADE CONNECTICUT’S TRANSPORTATION INFRASTRUCTURE

Three Males Report Armed Robbery

Himes Unveils Legislation to Increase Oversight of Intelligence Agencies

Bridgeport Schools Air Quality Program

FUNDING AVAILABLE FOR FIRST-TIME HOME BUYERS

Southport News: Sammy’s Southport Pizza & Grill Burns

April will be full of surprises at The Barnum Museum

CT EARS SEARCH AND RESCUE DOG DEMO AT SOUND TIGERS EVENT APRIL 12

TUESDAY: LT. GOV. WYMAN CHAIRS HEALTH CARE CABINET, ATTENDS YWCA IN THE COMPANY OF WOMEN LUNCHEON, PARTICIPATES IN TEEN DRIVER SAFETY ANNOUNCEMENT

GOV. MALLOY: LESSON FROM SUPER STORM SANDY – CONNECTICUT’S TRANSPORTATION INFRASTRUTURE NEEDS ‘HARDENING’

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