Monroe News: Basement Fire
2024-05-30@12:02am--#Monroe CT-- Firefighters extinguished a basement fire on Williamsburg Drive.
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Monroe Structure Fire
2024-05-07@8:38pm--#Monroe CT-- #ctfire-- Firefighters are on the scene of a structure fire on Crescent Place.
Monroe News: Tollgate Assault
2024-05-05@8:38pm--#Monroe CT-- Multiple mutual aid EMS units called for an assault in a bar at Tollgate Plaza at 838 Main Street.
Easton News: Possible Assault
2024-03-16@4:39pm--#Easton CT-- First responders on the way to the church parking lot in the 300 block of Center Road for someone who was assaulted according to radio reports.
Connecticut Commits $396,000 to Transform Century-Old Easton EMS Center
Lieutenant Governor Susan Bysiewicz announced today that the state, through the bond commission, is allocating $396,000 in state funds to support the much-needed renovation of the Eastern EMS Center. The renovation project, with a total estimated cost of $3.7 million, aims to address critical infrastructure issues and enhance public safety in the community. Speaking at the Eastern EMS Center, Bysiewicz emphasized the importance of the project, stating that the funds will be used to replace aging septic systems, install watershed protection, expand parking facilities, and upgrade the overall infrastructure of the facility. The Lieutenant Governor highlighted the challenges faced by emergency personnel, stressing the need for separate quarters for sleeping, changing, and showering for men and women in law enforcement,…
Easton as “Christmas Tree Capital of Connecticut”
Senator Tony Hwang on Dec. 7 joined state and local officials to recognize Easton’s thriving farming and agricultural heritage by declaring the town the “Christmas Tree Capital of Connecticut.” “It is a privilege to honor Easton farmers for their year-round work in growing our special and cherished trees every Christmas season,” Sen. Hwang said. “I want to recognize sustainability advocate Lori Cochran-Dougall, who serves as Executive Director of the Westport Farmers Market, for all that she does on behalf of farmers in Easton and our greater community. Lori helped spearhead the effort to officially recognize Easton as the Christmas Tree Capital of Connecticut.” “We need the legislative support in this capacity, supporting our farms through grants and public awareness as…
Easton News: Near-Drowning
2023-11-30@9:11pm--#Easton CT-- First responders helped resuscitate a woman in her 40s from a near-drowning incident in her home on Park Avenue (in Easton).
Bye Bye Billy’s Bakery
I've verified from an employee that Billy's Bakery at 1885 Black Rock Turnpike will be closing its doors this Sunday. According to information circulating on local "moms" pages on Facebook, the closure is attributed to an increase in rent, highlighting the challenges businesses face due to rising costs.
Easton News: Teen Swallows Bottle Cap
2023-008-30@5:05pm--Easton News: Easton EMS were called to Asmara Way for a 17-year-old male who swallowed a bottle cap. I guess they wanted to bottle up their feelings or he just wanted some pop music...