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Dog found tied to fence and abandoned outside CT farm
Authorities are looking for whoever is responsible for leaving a dog tied up and abandoned in Southbury. The dog, a female German Shepherd, was found shortly after 7:30 a.m. on Thursday at the Willow Creek Horse Farm, according to the Southbury Police Department. The animal was found tied to a fence at the entrance of the farm, police said. Police and Southbury Animal Control are investigating ...
Troy 19-Year-Old Leads Troopers On Chase Before Crashing, Police Say
The Washington County incident happened just before 11 p.m. Sunday, May 12, in the town of Easton. New York State Police said troopers attempted to stop a vehicle on State Route 40 for traffic violation when the driver failed to stop, leading to a pursuit. The driver, 19-year-old Rensselaer County...
Free rides next week on Wheels2U Westport buses
WESTPORT — The Westport Transit District is rolling out a thank-you for passengers using its recently updated Wheels2U Westport app to schedule service:. Free rides, from Monday through Friday, May 20-24. During that period, the standard $2 fare per ride will be waived for the on-demand shuttle buses to...
National Police Week Recognized with Proclamation, New Officer Sworn in at Bridgeport Council Meeting
During Monday’s busy Bridgeport City Council meeting there were a part of items involving law enforcement addressed by the city’s. governing body. Both of the issues fell under the awards and presentations portion of the meeting. Mayor Andy Lang took the floor to present a presentation for National...
‘Westport Pops Concert’ to be performed June 7
WESTPORT — The annual “Westport Pops Concert” springs to life again June 7, courtesy of the combined talents of Staples High School musicians and singers. The event, a springtime tradition since 2016, will take place at 7 p.m. Friday, June 7, at the Levitt Pavilion; doors open at 6 o’clock. It will be hosted by David Pogue. (In case of inclement weather, the concert will be moved to Staples High School, 70 North Ave.)
ID Released For Driver In Stratford Crash That Killed 4
Massachusetts resident Alexander Dennis, age 21, of the town of Wayland in Middlesex County, was positively identified on Tuesday, May 14, by the state Medical Examiner's Office as the driver of a 2016 Honda CRV the wrong way on the Merritt Parkway (Route 15) in Fairfield County around 1:45 a.m., Thursday, May 9, in Stratford.
Photos: WHS Students’ “Peaceful Protest” Against Hate and Racism; Second Event Planned for Wilton Community Saturday
On Friday, May 17, a few dozen Wilton High School students left their midday classes and lunch periods to participate in a group walk outside the school, intending to raise awareness about the impact racist actions and hate speech can have. The “peaceful protest” was organized in response to escalating incidents of hate speech at WHS, including a recent social media post utilizing racial slurs and bullying language by students.
Three-Vehicles Involved in Accident along Route 50 in Bridgeport and Results in Trio Taken to Hospital
According to WDTV, a three-vehicle accident temporarily shut down Route 50 in Bridgeport Friday afternoon. The accident occurred at the intersection of East Main Street, also known as Route 50, and Veteran’s Memorial Highway, also known as Route 76. Crews were called to the scene at approximately 2:30 p.m.
Westport school board meets to address possibly banning students from having cellphones
Some parents say they feel strongly that kids should not have their cellphones in school while others say, it’s important to have that instant communication with their kids in case of an emergency.
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