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Exploring Dog Climbs Out Third-Floor Window, Gets Stuck On Roof In Bridgeport Exploring Dog Climbs Out Third-Floor Window, Gets Stuck On Roof In Bridgeport
Exploring Dog Climbs Out Third-Floor Window, Gets Stuck On Roof In Bridgeport A dog stuck on hot tiles on top of a roof was rescued by firefighters using a bucket truck. The dog became stuck on the roof on Sunday, July 28 when he walked out of an open third-floor window onto the roof of the home on Scofield Avenue, said the Bridgeport Fire Department on Facebook. Battalion 1 responded and called Ladder 5 to respond so they could use their bucket truck to rescue the pup, the department said. Firefighters rescue the stranded dog.Bridgeport Fire Department Firefighters Ryan Kane and Tom Varanelli safely rescued the dog from the roof. Once on the ground, the dog dr…

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by Kathy Reakes
Lifestyle
Abandoned Dog Found Tied To Tree In Norwalk Park Stirs Plenty Of Hearts Abandoned Dog Found Tied To Tree In Norwalk Park Stirs Plenty Of Hearts
Abandoned Dog Found Tied To Tree In Norwalk Park Stirs Plenty Of Hearts A dog found tied to a tree in Norwalk with a note telling her story has melted the hearts of plenty of area residents interested in adopting. Annabelle was found by a passerby in Cranbury Park on Friday, July 26, said the Norwalk Animal Control. Animal control officers responded and found the 3-year-old female pitbull tied to a tree, along with a note on her collar, the department said. “To whomever loves dogs,” the note said. “She’s an amazing dog. House trained. Brendal and Bully. Aug. 12 she’ll be 3 years. Human friendly. Dog friendly. All shots and a sweet heart. Her name is Annabell.…

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by Kathy Reakes
Police & Fire
Firefighters Rescue Nine Ducklings In Stamford Firefighters Rescue Nine Ducklings In Stamford
Firefighters Rescue Nine Ducklings In Stamford Stamford firefighters reunited nine ducklings with their mother after rescuing them from a catch basin on Summer Street Thursday, July 25. Engine Company 5 firefighters assisted by Stamford Animal Control officers removed the young ducks without incident under the watchful eye of their mother who stood nearby. Once reunited, the rescuers provided a safety escort for all ducks from Summer Street to Bridge Street, across Washington Boulevard and back into the Mill River. Click here to see a video of the ducklings' rescue.

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by Donna Christopher
Police & Fire
Fire Destroys Horse Barn, Apartment In Newtown Fire Destroys Horse Barn, Apartment In Newtown
Fire Destroys Horse Barn, Apartment In Newtown A Newtown barn and apartment were destroyed after a raging fire burned the structure from end-to-end. The fire broke out around 5 a.m., Thursday, July 11, when the residents of the barn apartment at the Long Meadow Horse Farm on Meadow Brook Road, heard the "horses making noises," said Newtown Deputy Fire Marshall Steve Murphy. The barn manager, who lives in the apartment, was able to release the 11 horses inside the barn safely, and arriving Newtown firefighters helped to release the remaining chickens and other animals inside, Murphy said. One cat was reported missing. When all five New…

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by Kathy Reakes
Lifestyle
Baby Owl Rescued From Middle Of Busy Roadway In Easton Baby Owl Rescued From Middle Of Busy Roadway In Easton
Baby Owl Rescued From Middle Of Busy Roadway In Easton A baby owl was rescued by Easton Police when it was found sitting in the middle of a busy roadway. The Barred Owl was reported on the road during the evening on Thursday, May 23, on Beers Road, said the Easton Police Department. Officers Tamara French and Donald Kinahan responded and were able to pick up the baby and bring him back to the police station. One the department's dispatchers then transported him to Wildlife in Crisis in Weston who will care for him until he grows up enough to be able to be released in a few months.  The department sent a big thank you to Wildlife in Crisi…

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by Kathy Reakes
News
Motorists, Troopers Team Up To Rescue Loose Beagle On I-84 In Danbury Motorists, Troopers Team Up To Rescue Loose Beagle On I-84 In Danbury
Motorists, Troopers Team Up To Rescue Loose Beagle On I-84 In Danbury Drivers and police banded together to save a beagle named Lupe when he was found wandering on I-84 in Danbury. The incident took place on Friday, April 19, during rush hour when drivers saw Lupe on the highway, Connecticut State Police said. "The dog was hit by a vehicle, but did not have any serious injuries," said Trooper Christopher Costella of Troop A, Southbury.  Motorists, worried that Lupe might get run over again, took it upon themselves to use their vehicles to shut down the highway until state police could arrive and help rescue him. Troopers cover Lupe's head so he wasn't a…

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by Kathy Reakes
Lifestyle
Something To Crow About: Owner Reunited With Missing Northern Westchester Peacock Something To Crow About: Owner Reunited With Missing Northern Westchester Peacock
Something To Crow About: Owner Reunited With Missing Northern Westchester Peacock John, the wondering peacock has found his way home and his brother, Jay, who had been crying for two nights while his brother was on an adventure, is prancing and showing his colors again. John flew away from his home on Bedford Farm on Sunday, making his owner Shirley Lindefjeld, just sick with worry. He landed on the farm of Judy Richter who put the beautiful bird in a stall for safe-keeping.  "I assumed the worst. That a coyote got him," Lindefjeld said. "Thank goodness for my neighbor Rachel Klein who saw this Daily Voice notice. And thank goodness for my friend Judy…

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by Kathy Reakes
Lifestyle
Missing A Peacock? This One Is Wandering Around In Northern Westchester Missing A Peacock? This One Is Wandering Around In Northern Westchester
Missing A Peacock? This One Is Wandering Around In Northern Westchester Click here for an updated story: Something To Crow About: Owner Reunited With Missing Northern Westchester Peacock Missing a peacock? Yep, a peacock. One Bedford resident sure hopes she can find the owner of the big guy who landed in the fields of her Stonehill Road farm on Sunday, April 14. "He was just wondering around and looks in good health like he is somebody's pet," said Judy Richter who found the big bird Sunday afternoon. The farm owner locked the bird in one of her large stalls so he wouldn't get hurt and hopes she find his owner, because, well, she does…

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by Kathy Reakes
Lifestyle
Man Rescues Two Dogs From Frigid Reservoir In Area Man Rescues Two Dogs From Frigid Reservoir In Area
Man Rescues Two Dogs From Frigid Reservoir In Area Timofey Yuriev may have a few bruises and be a little battered, but it's all worth it to the Westchester resident who recently rescued two dogs from icy waters at the Irvington Reservoir. The incident took place on Saturday, March 9, when Yurie and his wife Melissa Kho were walking their white golden retriever Kira to enjoy some sunshine when he heard a woman screaming and then spotted two dogs struggling in the ice-covered waters of the reservoir. Having grown up in Siberia, Yuriev, who lives in Yonkers, immediately began to strip off his clothes and take a few deep breaths before heading…

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by Kathy Reakes
Police & Fire
Six Bunnies Killed In Milford Fire Six Bunnies Killed In Milford Fire
Six Bunnies Killed In Milford Fire A noontime fire damaged an apartment building in Milford, causing the occupants to be displaced and killing six bunnies on Wednesday, Feb. 20. Fire dispatchers received a 911 call at approximately 12:05 p.m. reporting a fire in the six-unit structure located at 51 Broadway, said Milford Fire Department Battalion Chief Anthony Fabrizi.  First arriving units reported a large volume of smoke coming from the second-floor windows. A hose line was quickly advanced inside of the three-story building, and fire crews managed to extinguish the blaze in less than 15 minutes, Fabrizi said. A second-f…

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by Kathy Reakes
Police & Fire
Man, Dog Rescued After Falling Through Ice At Park In Milford Man, Dog Rescued After Falling Through Ice At Park In Milford
Man, Dog Rescued After Falling Through Ice At Park In Milford A local man fell through an ice-covered pond while attempting to rescue his dog Tuesday morning while out for a walk. The incident occurred at Eisenhower Park in Milford, where the man was taking a walk with his dog, said Milford Fire Department Battalion Chief Anthony Fabrizi.  The dog had spotted a team of ducks on the frozen pond and began to chase them when he fell through an area of thin ice and was struggling to swim back to dry ground.  The dog's owner then attempted to navigate the ice in desperation to rescue his pet. He ultimately fell through the thin&nb…

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by Kathy Reakes
News
Deer Rescued After Getting Stuck On Lake Zoar Deer Rescued After Getting Stuck On Lake Zoar
Deer Rescued After Getting Stuck On Lake Zoar Firefighters helped save a life on Sunday, of a deer, stuck on the ice. The incident took place around 11 a.m. when members of the Stevenson department received a call about a deer stuck on the ice on Lake Zoar in Monroe, the fire department said on Facebook. The deer, who was about 500 feet out, or halfway across the lake when rescuers arrived on the scene, had fallen and could not get back up after trying repeatedly. Concerned bystanders called the Monroe police, who then contacted the Stevenson Fire Department. During the rescue, one firefighter hooked a tether and pulled his way o…

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by Kathy Reakes