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2 arrested after May assault in Connecticut
THOMPSON, Conn. (WLNE) — Connecticut State Police said that two men were arrested in connection with an assault that occurred in May. 39-year-old Ruben Field, of Putnam, and 46-year-old Shawn Audet, of Brooklyn, were charged with breach of the peach and conspiracy to commit assault. Field was also charged...
Colonial Realty and Vidal/Wettenstein arrange 4,119 s/f warehouse lease
Oomph Home Furnishings has leased 4,119 s/f of warehouse space at 1915 Stratford Ave. Terms of the lease were not disclosed other than it being a five-year lease with options to renew. Oomph Home Furnishings is an American-made furniture company specializing in upholstery, case goods and lighting. The company has...
CBRE and Marcus & Millichap facilitate $6.191m sale of Heritage Plaza - 26,403 s/f
New Fairfield, CT CBRE negotiated the $6.191 million sale of Heritage Plaza, a newly renovated, 26,403 s/f neighborhood shopping center located at 28 CT-39. Heritage Acquisitions LLC acquired the complex, which is fully leased with a strong tenant mix including a number of service-based tenants, from 28 Route 39, LLC.
Darien and Rowayton Real Estate Report: August 15 to 22
Here’s Realtor Deirdre McGovern’s report on Darien and Rowayton-area real estate from Aug., 15 to 22, 2024:. 241 Rowayton Ave., Norwalk — $2,395,000 / $2,195,000. 21 Bryan Road, Norwalk — $4,489,500 / $4,189,500. Pending Sales. 14 Harriet Lane, Darien — $999,000. 15 Maple St., Darien...
Residents being asked to limit usage after flooding damages drinking water infrastructure
NEWTOWN, Conn. — The Connecticut communities hit hardest by flooding are not only dealing with damage but also water restrictions. The towns of Bethel, Oxford, Beacon Falls, Seymour and Newtown are being asked to conserve. The root of the problem are damaged wellfields in Oxford and Newtown. The issue...
Popular Internet Personalities Make a Splash on Lake Mahopac
Word on the water is that Lake Mahopac is the new hot spot for social media influencers. Jake Paul Brings Content Creators Out on Popular Putnam County Lake. If you missed it, last week influencer and boxer Jake Paul was the talk of the town in Putnam County. The social media star flew in, by helicopter of course, to Petra Island on Lake Mahopac.
Repairs to address Mario M. Cuomo Bridge safety concerns could cost millions
Just six years after the Mario M. Cuomo Bridge opened between Rockland and Westchester counties, issues with the cables that hold up the nearly $4 billion bridge are causing safety concerns that could cost millions to fix, but who is going to fit that bill?The New York State Thruway Authority wants to make it painfully clear that there's nothing wrong with the cables holding up the Mario Cuomo Tappan Zee Bridge."There's no safety issue here, no need for the public to be concerned," said New York State Thruway Authority Executive Director Frank Hoare. "The bridge is safe, it's strong."There is...
Former Trump advisor Steve Bannon must face NY criminal fraud trial, judge rules
NEW YORK (Reuters) - Former Donald Trump advisor Steve Bannon must face trial in New York on criminal-fraud charges over a push to fund the former U.S. president's signature wall along the U.S.-Mexico border, a judge ruled on Friday.
Men's Soccer Falls In Season Opener At Monmouth
WEST LONG BRANCH, N.J. – The Fairfield University men's soccer team opened the 2024 season with a 4-0 setback against Monmouth University on the road. The Stags controlled flow through the first 20 minutes and created several opportunities, placing pressure on the Monmouth back line. Kris Naicker was up front for the first two chances, the first coming off a full sprint down the left flank before cutting back toward goal. He released a shot that forced Hawks goalkeeper Eryk Dymora to make a play to the lower corner of the net.
2015 Barnum Festival Ringmaster Announced
Gregory J. Gnandt, 55, a philanthropist and general contractor from Trumbull, has been chosen as the 2025 Barnum Festival ringmaster. Gnandt, who revived the festival’s car show fundraiser into a popular event with concerts, food trucks, and vendors at Z-Topia in Monroe, has a long history with the festival. Growing up in Bridgeport, Fairfield, and Trumbull, the Barnum Festival was a cherished family tradition for Gnandt, who always dreamed of being the ringmaster.
Five City Employees Including Trio of Years of Service honorees to be Recognized by Council
A handful of city employees will be honored at Monday’s City Council meeting. Police Officers Austen Zorick and Clayton Bee will be recongized for their performance in the Derek Hotsinpiller Fallen Stars 5K in June where Bridgeport won the Top Cop Team Award. Also, a trio of Years of...
Women's Soccer Earns United Soccer Coaches Team Academic Award
BRIDGEPORT, Conn. – The University of Bridgeport's women's soccer team has earned the United Soccer Coaches Team Academic Award for the 2023-24 school year, the organization announced earlier this month. In order to qualify, a team must have a minimum grade-point average of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale for...
Oxford community brings businesses together to assist people affected by flooding
"I can't even thank everyone for the things they've done. It's just been incredible," said Elizabeth Tsimbidaros while fighting back tears. The resident from Southbury described what it was like to see the storm hit her neighborhood last week. "We ended up with water rushing in like a river and...
Arrest in burglary of memorabilia from St. Johns University basketball coach Rick Pitino's office
Police have arrested a man for stealing memorabilia from St. John's University basketball coach Rick Pitino's office in Queens.Emanuel Yakubov, 25, is charged with burglary and criminal trespassing.Police were still searching for a second suspect."St. John's University is grateful for the rapid response made by the NYPD and the recovery of stolen property. The safety and security of our campus community are essential, and our cooperative relationship with law enforcement helps ensure that," St. John's Spokesperson Brian Browne said.A basketball and bullhorn, worth about $375, a ceremonial sword and other items were taken during the Tuesday afternoon break-in on Goethals...
Ukrainian Independence Day marked with ceremony for third year in West Haven
PHOTO — West Haven Mayor Dorinda Borer, holding sunflowers, stands with members of the Ukrainian American community, including advocacy Chair Ann Salemme of the Ukrainian National Women’s League of America Branch 108 of New Haven, third from left, and West Haven Fair Rent Commission Chairman Steven R. Mullins, fourth from left, in front of City Hall on Friday, Aug. 23, in observance of Ukrainian Independence Day. (City Photo/Michael P. Walsh)
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