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Politics
Police Investigate Damage To Facility Housing Ballots For Scheduled Recount Of Fairfield Race
An investigation is underway after a possible break-in at a facility in Fairfield County that holds election equipment and ballots. At around 4:50 p.m. on Thursday, Nov. 9, detectives from the State Police Western District Major Crimes Squad were requested by the Bridgeport State’s Attorney to investigate a reported suspicious incident at the Bigelow Center, located on Mona Terrace in Fairfield. This property is owned by the town and contained the physical ballots for the Fairfield First Selectman's contest that occurred on Tuesday, Nov. 7. Democrat challenger Bill Gerber l…
Police & Fire
Fairfield Names New Police Chief
After more than 20 years on the job, a Fairfield County police captain has been selected to serve as chief of the department. Capt. Robert Kalamaras has been selected as the new police chief of the Fairfield Police Department, replacing Chief Christopher Lyddy, who is retiring on Friday, Jan. 22, after 38 years with the department. "I am very excited to be selected as the next chief of police," Kalamaras said after his recommendation was announced. "I could not have done it without the support of my fellow officers, and the leadership and mentorship of Chief Chris Lyddy." Kalamaras, w…
Police & Fire
Fairfield Police Chief To Retire After Nearly Four Decades With Department
Following nearly four decades of service with the Fairfield Police Department, Chief Christopher Lyddy has announced that he will retire in January 2021. "Looking back on my 38-year career, I have been blessed to work alongside some of the finest individuals this profession has ever produced," Lyddy said. "I am the product of many officers and supervisors who came before me and shaped me through the years." Lyddy was first introduced to the Fairfield Police Department in 1976 at the age of 16 when he joined the Fairfield Police Explorer Program, volunteering his time to the agency while als…
Police & Fire
Police Changing Wildlife Calls After Family Dog Mistaken For Coyote, Euthanized In Fairfield
Changes will be coming to the Fairfield Police Department after a family's dog which was mistaken for a coyote was euthanized. The news comes from Fairfield First Selectwoman Brenda Kupchick who said in her weekly newsletter the incident took place when a part-time Animal Control officer mistook a lost dog for a wild coyote. "This was devastating for the family who lost their dog and for our community," she wrote. "Many residents have written and called me to express their sadness and concern about how this tragic mistake happened while also asking what the town is doing to preve…
Police & Fire
Fairfield Officials, Construction Employee Arrested For Illegal Dumping Of Hazardous Materials
Several officials with the town of Fairfield have been arrested for allegedly allowing illegal disposals of hazardous materials at a construction material processing facility The arrests took place on Wednesday, Nov. 18, and Thursday, Nov. 19, said Lt. Antonio E. Granata of the Fairfield Police. Those arrested were: Brian Carey, the interim director of Department of Public Works and Conservation Director for the Town of Fairfield; Emmet Hibson, the former Human Resources Director for the Town of Fairfield; Scott Bartlett, a former superintendent for the Departm…
Business
Covid-
19: Popular Fairfield Eatery Violated Restrictions, Authorities Say
A popular eatery in Fairfield County temporarily closed for violating the state’s COVID-19 restrictions. Officials said that the Brickyard Pub on Post Road in Fairfield was fined and ordered to temporarily close for hosting mass gatherings and violating face-covering mandates recently. Police responded to the popular restaurant after receiving multiple complaints of COVID-19 violations. According to reports, there were gatherings of more than 50 people congregating outside the front of the building, failing to wear face coverings, while there were more than 100 people inside. The owner …
News
Covid-
19: Number Of Positive Cases At Fairfield Ludlowe HS Up To 14
More COVID-19 cases in Fairfield County have been linked to students attending mass gatherings in violation of the state’s COVID-19 mandates. At least 14 positive COVID-19 cases have been linked to Fairfield Ludlowe High School students who attended gatherings, the district announced this week. The number had been at 11 through the weekend, but Schools Superintendent Mike Cummings said that there were three new cases that were identified among students already in quarantine. The announcement comes on the heels of the district being forced to close the building for two days last week to sa…
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Covid-
19: Cases Linked To High School Parties In Fairfield
The spike in COVID-19 cases in Town of Fairfield high schools has been linked to several parties and large gatherings that have been attended by students, town officials said. During a briefing this week, Fairfield First Selectwoman Brenda Kupchick said that there are six positive COVID-19 cases - five at Fairfield Ludlowe High School and one at Fairfield Prep - that may force upwards of 100 people to quarantine because they may have come into contact with an infected student. Those impacted have been contacted by school or health officials and are currently in isolation. Earlier story -&…
Politics
Fatal Hit-Run Serves As Reminder To 'Slow Down, Be Alert,' Fairfield First Selectwoman Says
The fatal-hit-and run in Fairfield County over the Independence Day holiday weekend “can serve as a reminder” for motorists to slow down and drive cautiously after a 32-year-old woman visiting the area was killed. Marileidy Morel Araujo, 32, was visiting family in the Town of Fairfield and walking her dog when she was struck and killed by a pickup truck driven by Easton resident Declan Kot, who sped away after hitting her, according to police. Earlier story - Police Charge Easton Man In Hit-Run Crash That Killed Woman, 32, In Fairfield Investigators were able to track down Kot, who is no…
News
Covid-
19: Those Who Gather At Closed Recreation Spaces Will Now Be Fined In Fairfield
One Fairfield County town which has closed all of its parks, beaches, and recreational spaces during the COVID-19 pandemic, will begin issuing fines for those who violate the closure. Fairfield Police said they would begin issuing fines on Monday, April 6, to those who visit areas that are closed until further notice. The department said that despite the closure issued by Fairfield Emergency Management Team last month, officials continue to receive reports of individuals using these recreational areas. The department said they will continually patrol all closed areas and take appropriate e…
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