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Police investigating after pedestrian struck in Bridgeport
BRIDGEPORT, CT (WFSB) - Police are investigating after a pedestrian was struck in Bridgeport Saturday afternoon. Police say that it happened in the area of Fairfield and Clinton Avenue. The victim was taken to the hospital with injuries. The operator of the vehicle stayed on scene. There is no further...
Photo Gallery: Memorial Day in North Salem
NORTH SALEM, N.Y. - In recognition of the brave men and women who gave their lives in service to our country, the community gathered for North Salem’s Memorial Day observance on May 27. The town’s parade was canceled due to inclement weather, but the rain did little to deter the crowd that gathered at the Croton Falls Fire House to honor those that made the ultimate sacrifice for our nation.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER Members of the Croton Falls Fire Department, the North Salem Lions Club, and local Scout troops were also in...
Time Travel: Young Ladies Pose in 1979 at Bridgeport City Pool and Enjoying Johnstown's Community Band
There's not much information to go by on this particular photo other than it's likely from 1979 and it was taken at the Bridgeport Municipal Pool. If anyone knows the nature of the photo or can identify those pictured, please do so in the comment section below. This picture is...
Letter to the Editor: Stand up for the rule of law and against liberal lawlessness
Over the years, I’ve attended dozens if not hundreds of local government meetings. Usually the issues are local, but sometimes national issues find their way. That is precisely what happened when New York City was caught sneaking homeless migrants throughout New York State, without any notice, and Putnam County was next on their list.
Off-Duty NYPD cop from Putnam Valley killed in Orange County crash (VIDEO)
CAMPBELL HALL- An off-duty New York City Police officer residing in Putnam Valley was killed Friday evening in a single vehicle crash in Campbell Hall. State Police identified the victim as Juliana N. Torsiello, 25, who was a two-year veteran of the NYPD. Troopers and firefighters were summoned shortly before...
10 forced out, 1 firefighter hurt by fire in New Milford
NEW MILFORD, CT (WFSB) - Ten people were forced from their New Milford home by a fire. According to the New Milford Fire Department, firefighters were called to an address on Wellsville Avenue just before 5 a.m. on Thursday. The building was described as a two-story residential dwelling, which was...
Movie 'Summerhouse' Filming In Danbury Hiring Actors, Extras
"Summerhouse" tells the story of a freshly graduated Ned Stern (portrayed by "Somewhere in Queens" actor Jacob Ward) as he waits to get drafted into the Vietnam War. Stern spends his last summer of freedom caring for a belligerent, wealthy alcoholic man (played by actor Malcolm McDowell) at his lakeside mansion, only to find himself falling in love with a girl while questioning his commitment to his country, according to IMBD.
Member of Bridgeport gang sentenced to more than 6 years in federal prison
BRIDGEPORT, CT (WFSB) - Jauwan Edwards of Bridgeport was sentence to more than 6 years in prison for his involvement in a violent city gang. According to court documents and statements made in court, the FBI, ATF, DEA, U.S. Marshals Service, Connecticut State Police and Bridgeport Police have been investigating multiple Bridgeport-based gangs whose members were involved in narcotics trafficking, murder, and other acts of violence.
Man arrested in connection to Bridgeport bank robbery
A man has been arrested in connection to a bank robbery in Bridgeport on Thursday afternoon. Dispatchers received a panic alarm from the TD Bank on Lafayette Boulevard around 4:20 p.m. and later learned there had been an armed robbery at the bank. Officers responded to the bank, obtained a...
Wishing You and Yours a Happy 2024 Memorial Day
The staff at Connect-Bridgeport and the Greater Bridgeport CVB hopes you are enjoying the long weekend and remember our Veterans this Memorial Day. Our staff will be off today, but there will be occasional stories and news on the site. Connect-Bridgeport.com's staff will be back Tuesday, May 28.
25-Year-Old Woman Who Was NYPD Officer Killed In Hudson Valley Crash
A 25-year-old woman who worked as an officer with the NYPD was killed in a single-vehicle crash in the Hudson Valley. New, updated report - New Update: 25-Year-Old NYPD Officer From Putnam Valley Killed In Crash Was 3-Year VeteranIt happened just before 6 p.m. Friday, May 24 in Orange County …
Impressive Activities Lineup Announced for 4th Annual Carl Hopkins WV Youth Aviation Expo at The Bridge
The 4th annual Carl Hopkins WV Youth Aviation Expo is taking place Friday, August 9 and Saturday, August 10 from10 a.m. to 5p.m. at The Bridge Sports Complex, located at 400 Forrester Blvd, Bridgeport WV 26330. The emphasis of the Aviation Expo is to introduce West Virginia students to the...
2 kids, 2 adults, and 2 firefighters injured in fire at Brookfield home daycare
BROOKFIELD, Conn. (WTNH) – Brookfield fire officials say two children, two adults and two firefighters were injured after a fire broke out at a home daycare Thursday morning. Emergency crews were dispatched to the 12 Junction Road building just before 9 a.m., according to the Brookfield volunteer fire chief. The fire chief said two children […]
4 Teens Caught Following Ridgefield Crash After Allegedly Abducting Girl In Wilton
Four teens were apprehended after police say they allegedly abducted a girl in a quiet Connecticut town near the New York border. Click here for a new, updated story: New Info Released After 2 Boys, 2 Girls Pursued From Wilton Caught After Crash In RidgefieldAt about 5:15 p.m. Friday, May 24,…
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