#Stratford CT-- In consideration of inclement winter weather there will be a parking ban in Stratford today, Saturday, January 18 until 6:00pm on Sunday, January 19, to accommodate clearing of streets. Parking is permitted on the even numbered side of the road only. Why drive? Have our sponsor come to you!
STRATFORD – The Shakespeare Property Subcommittee, formed by the Redevelopment Agency (RDA), will hold its first meeting on Thursday, January 16th, at 6:00pm in the Town Council Chambers at Town Hall. The meeting is open to the public. The Subcommittee has been formed to develop steps in the next phase of redevelopment of the vacant property that once was the site of the historic American Shakespeare Festival Theater, which was lost to arson on January 13, 2019. “We are very thankful to those who volunteered and served on the Task Force, as well as the many residents who made their voices heard concerning what they want to see at the former site of the theater,” said Stratford Mayor Laura…
2020-01-09@4:27pm--#Stratford CT-- EMS on the way to Graham Street where a worker shot a nail in his foot. This news report is made possible by:
Stratford- On 01/07/2020 the Stratford Narcotics Vice and Intel Unit, with the assistance of the Bridgeport Police Task Force as well as the FBI Safe Streets Task Force, executed a Search Warrant for Narcotics and Firearms related violations. The Search Warrant was the culmination of an investigation conducted by the Stratford Narcotics and Vice Unit that focused on Narcotics Sales and Firearms related crimes within the Town of Stratford and Fairfield County. Through the investigation, Detectives learned that Kevin Tobar, and his associates were responsible for the distribution of a large amount of Marijuana, Heroin and illegal THC vape pens. The Targets of the investigation, Kevin Tobar D.O.B 08/31/1996 and Jonathan Matos D.O.B 08/12/1991 were taken into custody without…
2020-01-05@4:11pm--#Stratford CT-- A pedestrian was struck outside Stop and Shop at 200 East Main Street. No word on the extent of injuries. This news report is made possible by:
2020-01-03@4:44pm--#Stratford CT-- A load bearing wall was damaged at Great Wall Restaurant located at 2590 Broadbridge Avenue. A load bearing wall was damaged, the building inspector and health inspector was called to the scene.
On January 12, 2019 at approximately 2:20 AM, Eduardo Concepcion was sitting in his vehicle on Regency Terrace. Two unknown assailants approached Concepcion’s vehicle and a verbal argument ensued. At some point during the argument, several shots were fired into the car killing Concepcion. The suspects were both dressed in dark clothing. One suspect was seen with bright white sneakers on. Both suspects fled the scene following the shooting on Peace Street towards Thompson Street. Help the Stratford Police take these dangerous suspects off the street. A $50,000 REWARD is being offered for information leading to the ARREST AND CONVICTION of these suspects. Anyone with information is asked to call Detective Therina at the Stratford Police Department Detective Division…
2019-12-25@12:09am--#Stratford CT--#Milford CT-- #cttraffic-- A car drove up on the sidewalk on the Sikorsky Bridge, southbound on the Merritt Parkway. The vehicle has no driver and person was seen running northbound on the sidewalk away from the crash.
2019-12-20@10:22pm--#cttraffic--#Stratford CT-- #Milford CT-- Report of crash on Route 15 northbound near exit 53 with injuries. This news report is made possible by:
The Stratford Library “Books Over Coffee” program concludes its 2019 series with a discussion of New Milford author Terri-Lynne DeFino’s popular novel, The Bar Harbor Retirement Home for Famous Writers (And Their Muses), on Wednesday, December 18th at noon. The program, guest hosted this month by Kathleen Faggella and featuring the author, is free and open to the public. Terri-Lynne DeFino’s novel is a whimsical, moving story about a retirement home for literary legends who spar, conjure up new stories, and almost magically change the lives of the people around them. DeFino will be the special guest at the discussion enlightening readers about her process and answering questions. Autographed copies of her book will be available for purchase following the program. “Books Over Coffee” will be held in the…
