The Italian Heart of Connecticut #connecticut #italian #heritage #history Italians make up a larger share of Connecticut’s population than anywhere else in America. Their story began in the late 1800s, when families from southern Italy and Sicily arrived through Ellis Island and built lives from stone and soil. From Wooster Street’s apizza to Hartford’s trailblazing leaders, the Italian spirit still defines the state — a legacy of work, family, and pride that endures from Stamford to Bridgeport

The First Frisbies Were Baked in Connecticut #connecticut #frisbee #history The Frisbee wasn’t engineered—it was baked in Connecticut. In 1871, William Russell Frisbie opened a pie company in Bridgeport, and students soon discovered the tins made great flying toys. Decades later, Wham-O rebranded a plastic disc as the “Frisbee,” inspired by the original game. Since 1957, more than 200 million have been sold. | Call Cress

Firefighters showed up to the 400 block of Wells Street in Bridgeport, where they discovered a second story wall fire. They have knocked down the fire at this time. | DoingItLocal.com

Last night on Horace Street in Bridgeport a concerned member of the community sent us this video of several individuals attempting to break into cars on the street. This is a reminder to keep your doors locked and always make sure to not leave any valuables in your car! | DoingItLocal.com

UPDATE According to Bridgeport Police: The victim from the August 14, 2024, shooting at Building 4 of the Greene Homes Housing Community has been identified as 45-year-old Pablo Morales of Bridgeport, Connecticut. Next of kin have been notified. The Department’s thoughts and prayers continue to be with the victim’s family and friends. On August 14, 2024, at approximately 10:15 pm Bridgeport Police responded to reports of a party shot within the Greene Homes Housing Community (Building 4). Upon a