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Few Spots Remain for Lightsaber Training Class This Weekend at Benedum Civic Center
Editor's Note: According to the City of Bridgeport's Facebook Page, only a few spots remain for the lightaber training class. Details on how to register in story below. The Force will be strong in Bridgeport later this month with a gathering of Star Wars enthusiasts and perhaps some Jedis in training as the Benedum Civic Center will be host for a lightsaber training class.
Nearly a Quarter Century and $2M-Plus Later, Annual Medbrook Children's Charity Golf Tourney is Back
It may have a cliché flavor to it when saying an event is on “cruise control,” but when it comes to the Medbrook Children's Charity “Party with a Purpose” Children's Charity Golf Classic at The Pete Dye Golf Club in Bridgeport, it is appropriate. The...
City Pool Lost and Found Items Need Claimed Soon
Lose an item this at the Bridgeport City Pool? It could be a puddle jumper, a life vest, kickboard, footballs, basketballs, or maybe even a hat. Those are among the items workers at the pool have found and currently are available for pickup at the Benedum Civic Center. However, time...
West Haven's Savin Rock Festival kicks off with food, games and a star performance
“It looks really cool. There’s a lot of little kid rides for my sister.”. Kristiana Davis passed by the Savin Rock Festival setup in West Haven Friday with her grandmom and her little sister. “It will probably be super fun because there’s not a really lot of like fairs...
CMP Exterior Certified as Woman-owned Small Business
Suffield, CT – CMP Exterior, LLC announced it has received two business certifications: Women’s Business Enterprise National Council (WBENC) certification and Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB) certification. WBENC certification is a widely recognized national certification program for women-owned businesses in the U.S. The federal government’s WOSB certification is issued...
'A nightmare' - Disturbing video shows 95-year-old grandmother assaulted by home aide in Harlem
Disturbing video obtained by Eyewitness News shows a 95-year-old woman being assaulted by a home health aide in Harlem this past weekend.The incident happened on July 21 after the home health aide was sent to take care of the woman who uses a walker and needs an oxygen tank.The video -- caught on the victim's Nest camera -- showed the aide whacking her with a pan and also hitting her repeatedly until she collapsed to the floor."It was a nightmare," said Michelle Mitchell, the victim's granddaughter. "It was horrific. It was one of the worst days of my life."Mitchell was...
State Health Department lays out guidelines to protect New Yorkers against rabies
BUFFALO, N.Y. — Summertime is here, which means more time in parks and outdoor spaces. According to the New York State Health Department, this is also the time to see an uptick in rabies cases. “It's not only a busy time for us to see rabid animals, but because...
After 10 Years, This Popular NJ Theme Park Is Finally Reopening
When you think of amusement parks and attractions in the Garden State, what do you think of?. Of course, your mind likely goes to Great Adventure in Jackson, and probably also to Casino Pier in Seaside Heights. There's also Morey's Pier, Castaway Cove, and tons of other amusement piers along...
LiGreci’s Staaten: A timeless venue | Then and Now
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — LiGreci’s Staaten, the popular dining, catering, and event venue in West Brighton, was constructed in 1956 after a fire on December 5, 1955, destroyed the large house on the property, according to Staten Island Advance archives. Mike Bilotto was the proprietor until Nick LiGreci and his brother, Jack LiGreci, purchased it from Bilotto in 1971.
Local musicians shine at open mic day
Singers and musicians of all ages showcased their talents at Open Mic Day in the Park on Saturday, July 20, in Port Jefferson Station. The event, which was hosted by the Port Jefferson Station/Terryville Chamber of Commerce, gave bands and singers a chance to perform on stage at the Train Car Park.
Fire burns through row of stores, destroying popular Fair Lawn bakery
A two-alarm fire burned through a row of stores in Fair Lawn, New Jersey, including a popular bakery.Heavy fire spread through the strip on Fair Lawn Road just after 2:30 a.m. Friday.A Jewish bakery, Zadies Kosher Bake Shop, sustained heavy damage."All our recipes are inside, they are all handwritten, they're four generations old, all on a piece of paper," the owner said. "On Friday, shabbas, we're a kosher bakery, there will be a lot of people here trying to get their stuff. I can't even contact all of the people who have orders for today."A Jewish deli, a restaurant, a...
Police: Man assaulted, laughed at country club employee
WESTPORT — A local man who allegedly assaulted a Birchwood Country Club employee has been arrested after police said he later tried to contact the victim despite being warned not to, according to the report. Walter Francis, 58, of Westport, was charged July 23 with third-degree assault, disorderly conduct...
Devastating Drowning at Popular Summer Spot Near New York
More details are expected to come out regarding the downing at this popular vacation destination. There are so many things to do in the summer like go swimming, boating, hiking, and more. May New Yorkers agree that one of the most beautiful places to do all of that is at Candlewood Lake in Connecticut.
Craft Class At Derby Public Library July 31
Copied from the Derby Public Library Facebook page:. Ansonia Animal Control Officer Jeanie Roslonowski returns to the Library to show participants how to make recyclable items using teabags and the art of letter writing by embellishing a card. All materials provided. The class, for ages 18+, will be held at...
Cops: Killer’s Mom Was At The Wheel
Police announced the arrest of the young man they said shot 16-year-old Joshua Vazquez to death one and a half years ago — and arrested the alleged shooter’s mom as well. Joshua Vazquez’s family and friends gathered at the Shack community center in West Hills Thursday to mourn...
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