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Housing advocates say US Supreme Court decision limiting homeless rights is impacting CT
A U.S. Supreme Court decision limiting the rights of homeless residents is already having an impact on Connecticut’s homeless population, housing advocates say. The court sided with the city of Grants Pass, Oregon, which created an ordinance making it illegal to sleep outside. Homeless residents were ticketed, arrested and...
Shoplifting suspect runs from Milford mall to someone's garage to avoid police
MILFORD, Conn. — A Bridgeport man was arrested this week for a few recent shoplifting incidents and for having a brief standoff with Milford police in someone's garage. Milford police were called to the Connecticut Post Mall around 5 p.m. Wednesday. Mall security told police that Jamar Jarrett, 36, allegedly shoplifted from American Eagle and then went to another store. When security tried to stop Jarrett, he ran off. Jarrett threatened a store employee and security that he'd shoot them and looked like he was reaching toward something near his pants' waistband, police said they were told.
Three people arrested at sobriety checkpoint in Huntington
The Suffolk County Police Department, assisted by the New York State Police and the Suffolk County. Sheriff’s Office, arrested three motorists during an overnight sobriety checkpoint in Huntington on July 5. Police officers from the Suffolk County Police Department’s Highway SAFE-T Team (Selective Alcohol Fatality Enforcement Team) conducted a...
Farmingdale State College announces new president
Farmingdale State College has announced Dr. Robert S. Prezant has been appointed by the SUNY Board of Trustees to serve as the 10th President of the College, effective August 14. He will succeed President John S. Nader, PhD, who announced his retirement last year. “I am both humbled and honored...
Greenlawn Hosting Summer Nights
The Greenlawn Civic Association will host Greenlawn Summer NIghts twice this summer. Scheduled for July 24 and Aug. 7, the event provides a chance to stroll along Broadway between Pulaski Road and Fenwick Streets, listening to music, enjoying outdoor meals, sidewalk sales, kids activities and Read More ...
Man Arrested for Possession of Weapons and Fireworks, According to Suffolk Police
Suffolk County Police have arrested a man for possession of weapons and fireworks in Smithtown on Thursday, July 4. Fourth Precinct Crime Section officers conducted a search warrant at 22 Pia Boulevard on July 4, at approximately 2:40 p.m. Investigation revealed the homeowner, Christopher Giancola had several weapons and illegal fireworks in his home.
Poetry Street celebrates its 10th anniversary
Poetry Street, the Riverhead-based group that grew out of the East End Arts JumpstART program, celebrated its 10th anniversary last Saturday at Riverhead Free Library. The gathering brought together founders and original participants with newcomers and supporters, both in person at the library and via Zoom. The public art project...
Recovery Search Ongoing for NH Native Who Went Overboard off Coast of Maine
FALMOUTH, Maine – Island search and water recovery efforts were ongoing Saturday offshore in Casco Bay for a New Hampshire native and former Bow resident who went overboard on the evening of the Fourth of July and is still missing. Edward H. Berke, 31, a resident of New Haven,...
Breathe closes its spiritual healing and crystals gift shop in Wading River
After a short run in Wading River, the spiritual healing and crystals gift shop Breathe has closed and moved its inventory to the company’s Main Street location in Port Jefferson. Breathe set up shop last August in Wading River Square on Route 25A — near Phil’s restaurant and Pizzo...
Long Island fireworks mishap at home injures 4, including 12-year-old girl
LONG ISLAND - Four people were injured and several cars were damaged in a fireworks accident at a Long Island home, Suffolk County police said. The incident happened on July 4th around 10 p.m. at a home on Foxrun Court in Port Jefferson Station. According to police, many people were...
CT residential building uninhabitable after truck collides into upper floor staircase
A residential building in Shelton has been left uninhabitable after a truck crashed into it Friday night, firefighters said. The Shelton Fire Department responded to reports of a vehicle colliding with a building at 1001 Bridgeport Ave. around 6:10 p.m. on Friday. Upon arrival, firefighters saw the occupant pinned inside the vehicle. A staircase leading to an upstairs apartment was also ...
Property Transfers June 17-21
During the week of June 17-21, 15 properties traded hands for a total of $30.0 million, generating $75,100 in conveyance tax. One year ago, 11 properties changed hands for $27.4 million. 329 Greens Farms Road sold for $4,500,000. Seller: SIR-329 Greens Farms LLC. Buyer: Jocelyn K Simon Tr Jocelyn K...
Man charged after giving fireworks to 11-year-old, who set homes on fire
NEW YORK — A Long Island man who authorities said gave fireworks to an 11-year-old, who then set two homes on fire, has been arrested on arson charges and related offenses, police said Friday. Karamjit Singh, 33, is accused of giving the child fireworks outside his home in Levittown,...
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