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Mayor Hoydick Urges Veterans to Apply for New 100% Disability Property Tax Exemption

Sep 19, 2024 Alex

STRATFORD – Mayor Laura R. Hoydick, in an effort with Assistant Tax Assessor Katherine Stauffer, CCMC, is encouraging all veterans to learn more about the new property tax exemption for veterans with a 100% permanent and temporary disability rating that goes into effect October 1, 2024, and will be reflected in July 1, 2025 tax bill. Mayor Hoydick stated, “Public Act 24-46 establishes a new municipal property tax exemption for veterans who have a 100% service-connected permanent and total (P&T) disability rating. Stratford residents who served in the Army, Navy, Marine Corps, Coast Guard, Air Force, or Space Force and have a 100% P&T Rating -- as determined by the US Department of Veterans Affairs -- are eligible for this exemption.…

Ansonia Valley

Arrest Made in Ansonia School Threat

Sep 19, 2024 Stephen Krauchick

This morning, 9/19/2024, at about 6:40 A.M., the Ansonia Police Department received a complaint about a threat to the Ansonia Public Schools posted on social media. The Ansonia Board of Education was notified and a decision was made to cancel school. Our Patrol Division and Detective Bureau were able to interview several potential witnesses. During the interview process a 13 year-old female juvenile confessed to making the post and she was arrested. The juvenile was referred to Juvenile Court for Threatening First Degree and Breach of Peace Second Degree. Chief Williams commends the actions of the Ansonia Police Department’s Patrol Division and Detective Bureau for their quick response and coordinated effort to secure the schools and investigate the threat. Working…

Fairfield

Greenfield Hill Commons to Host Two Fall Events

Sep 19, 2024 Alex

Fairfield, CT - The merchants of Greenfield Hill Commons will be hosting two exciting events this fall! Stop by and see what Greenfield Hill Commons has to offer, located at 75 Hillside Road in Fairfield! On Sunday, September 29th, take part in the inaugural Chalk Art Festival, which will benefit the Friends of the Fairfield Public Library. All ages and skillsets are invited to take part and show off their artistic abilities through the use of chalk! For more information or to register, go here.The Scarecrow Contest returns this fall, once again benefitting the Norma Pfriem Breast Center in Fairfield and their Pink Pledge initiative. Get together with your family, friends, neighbors, or colleagues and make a scarecrow for a…

Stratford

Inoperable Gun Found In Stratford School

Sep 19, 2024 Stephen Krauchick

Several people reached out to us to ask if a gun was found at Nichols School in Stratford. I reached out to Police Chief McNeil who confirmed that an inoperable gun was found outside in the back of the school that appears to have been buried there a long time and was inoperable.

Bridgeport

Arrest Made In Bridgeport School Threat

Sep 18, 2024 Stephen Krauchick

At 10:50 pm The Bridgeport Police Department made a juvenile arrest in the recent threat to our schools. The Bridgeport Police Department would like to ensure our community that the safety of our students and staff is a priority and that there will be a strong police presence at our schools. We would like to thank our patrol division, Detective Bureau, and our federal partners for working together on this case.

Bridgeport

Bridgeport School Threat

Sep 18, 2024 Stephen Krauchick

Many concerned parents reached out to us about a possible threat posted online. I immediately reached out and to the city and received this report: The Bridgeport Police Department is aware of and actively investigating the recent threats to our schools. We are committed to ensuring that all our students and staff are safe in our schools and will provide all of the necessary resources to protect our schools. Unofficial Facebook pages report a two hour delay with the schools tomorrow. Additionally, we are actively and aggressively pursuing all individuals responsible for making these threats. We strongly encourage, anyone who might have information regarding this threat to please contact the Bridgeport Police Department Detective Bureau. Also, if anyone would like…

Valley

Shelton News: Woman in Cow Costume Sells Milk on Ojibwa Rd

Sep 18, 2024 Stephen Krauchick

A Resident of Ojibwa Trail/Road in Shelton had quite the moo-ving experience just now when police were called to investigate a a woman, dressed as a cow, was spotted selling milk door-to-door. The unusual vendor caught the eye of concerned neighbors, who dialed authorities after hearing the udderly strange sales pitch. While no laws were broken, authorities gave her a stern warning. No charges were filed, but it's safe to say this cow-tastrophe was a bum-steer according to unconfirmed radio reports. Stew Leonard was NOT available for comment.

Trumbull

The Trumbull Health Department will offer flu shots starting Monday, September 23, 2024

Sep 18, 2024 Alex

The Trumbull Health Department will be offering flu shots on various dates starting Monday, September 23, 2024, at 335 White Plains Rd. Walk-in clinics will be held on the following dates and times: September 23: 10 AM - 12 PM & 2 PM - 5 PM September 25: 10 AM - 12 PM & 2 PM - 5 PM September 30: 10 AM - 12 PM & 2 PM - 5 PM October 2: 5 PM - 7 PM October 7: 5 PM - 7 PM October 8: 10 AM - 12 PM & 2 PM - 5 PM October 10: 10 AM - 12 PM & 2 PM - 5 PM October 18: 3 PM - 6 PM October…

Bridgeport

William Street Now Slick Willy Street

Sep 18, 2024 Stephen Krauchick

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FkYesoPcFgQ Firefighters were called to William at East Washington Avenue for a Greater Bridgeport Transportation bus that was leaking diesel fuel on the roadway. I haven't heard anything about any spinouts as a result. A special call was put in for the spill truck to respond to the scene. 2024-09-18@3:30pm--#Bridgeport CT

Fairfield

Fairfield Restaurant Week will return from October 21 through November 3, 2024

Sep 18, 2024 Alex

Fairfield Restaurant Week will return from October 21 through November 3, 2024. The Town of Fairfield’s Office of Community & Economic Development is pleased to announce that the popular event, now in its thirteenth year, will make its return on Monday, October 21st and run through Sunday, November 3rd. More than two dozen restaurants are expected to participate in this year’s event with special prix fixe lunch and dinner menus showcasing their finest culinary offerings. “We hope that residents and visitors alike will be able to enjoy and support the many great restaurants that Fairfield has to offer,” stated Mark Barnhart, Fairfield’s Director of Community & Economic Development. This year’s event will again run two full weeks, giving patrons more…

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Mayor Hoydick Urges Veterans to Apply for New 100% Disability Property Tax Exemption

Arrest Made in Ansonia School Threat

Greenfield Hill Commons to Host Two Fall Events

Inoperable Gun Found In Stratford School

Arrest Made In Bridgeport School Threat

Bridgeport School Threat

Shelton News: Woman in Cow Costume Sells Milk on Ojibwa Rd

The Trumbull Health Department will offer flu shots starting Monday, September 23, 2024

William Street Now Slick Willy Street

Fairfield Restaurant Week will return from October 21 through November 3, 2024

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