Jay Polansky

Reporter

[email protected]

Born and raised in Fairfield County, Jay graduated from Fairfield University. He has written for Hearst Connecticut Newspapers.

Jay was formerly a reporter at Daily Voice.

Jay Polansky's Contributions

Bridgeport, CT
On Your Side
Developer Restores Massive Historic Building In Downtown Bridgeport Developer Restores Massive Historic Building In Downtown Bridgeport Developer Restores Massive Historic Building In Downtown Bridgeport
Developer Restores Massive Historic Building In Downtown Bridgeport BRIDGEPORT, Conn. — A total of 60 new apartments and thousands of square feet of new retail are coming to a restored historic building in Bridgeport’s Downtown North. Construction work is underway at the 88,000-square-foot Securities Building — which was originally developed in 1904 — as well as two adjacent structures at 1103 and 1135 Main St. “It’s a massive building in Bridgeport,” Mayor Finch said Tuesday to a small gathering of developers, city officials and press. “It’s a part of our history.”  Spinnaker Real Estate Partners developed the building. Kim Morque, the company's own…

SHARE

by Jay Polansky
Westport, CT
Your Community
Fireman's Carnival Kicks Off In Easton With Food, Fun, Rides Fireman's Carnival Kicks Off In Easton With Food, Fun, Rides Fireman's Carnival Kicks Off In Easton With Food, Fun, Rides
Fireman's Carnival Kicks Off In Easton With Food, Fun, Rides EASTON, Conn. — Many years ago, the women of Easton’s Siren Aide would race to the scene of fires and emergencies with coffee and refreshments to help those in need — even in the middle of the night. Today, the group is largely part of Easton’s storied history. But the group keeps those at the Fireman's Carnival in Easton refreshed at the legendary dessert table. “People come in every year and say, ‘I need to have that peach cobbler,’ ” said Easton resident David Wheatley, a volunteer with the fire department. The Easton Volunteer Fire Co. No. 1 is scheduled to hold its 74th Annual C…

SHARE

by Jay Polansky
Bridgeport, CT
Your Community
Malloy Throws His Support Behind Finch In Bid For Bridgeport Re-Election Malloy Throws His Support Behind Finch In Bid For Bridgeport Re-Election Malloy Throws His Support Behind Finch In Bid For Bridgeport Re-Election
Malloy Throws His Support Behind Finch In Bid For Bridgeport Re-Election BRIDGEPORT, Conn. — Gov. Dannel Malloy announced his endorsement for Bridgeport Mayor Bill Finch's re-election campaign Tuesday in a garage filled with classic cars and a crowd chanting “four more years.” “Things are moving in the right direction,” Malloy said of Bridgeport, the state's largest city. “This is not the time to throw a roadblock. This is the time to build on your success.” Malloy said the election was “winnable” for Finch, but he told the mayor “you have to run a strong campaign” to ensure that supporters turn out at the polls in November. Finch praised Malloy during hi…

SHARE

by Jay Polansky
Fairfield, CT
On Your Side
Fairfield's Plan B Burger Is Finally Ready To Open Its Doors Fairfield's Plan B Burger Is Finally Ready To Open Its Doors Fairfield's Plan B Burger Is Finally Ready To Open Its Doors
Fairfield's Plan B Burger Is Finally Ready To Open Its Doors FAIRFIELD, Conn. — You can say Fairfield's newest restaurant is fresh off the grill.  The much-anticipated Plan B Burger Bar in Fairfield, which was originally set to open in 2013, is scheduled to open this week after it was beset by construction delays. The newest eatery for the Hartford-based chain, which specializes in burgers, beer and bourbon, is located in the former post office on the Post Road in Fairfield.  “It looks so beautiful,” Plan B’s Design and Marketing Manager Rachel Hurvitz told Daily Voice from a table in the nearly ready restaurant Friday. “Fairfield’s been waiti…

SHARE

by Jay Polansky
Bridgeport, CT
Your Community
Ganim Collects 2,000 Signatures, Gains Spot On Bridgeport Primary Ballot Ganim Collects 2,000 Signatures, Gains Spot On Bridgeport Primary Ballot Ganim Collects 2,000 Signatures, Gains Spot On Bridgeport Primary Ballot
Ganim Collects 2,000 Signatures, Gains Spot On Bridgeport Primary Ballot BRIDGEPORT, Conn. — After narrowly losing the endorsement of the Democratic Town Committee just last week, former Bridgeport Mayor Joe Ganim said he has collected the 2,000 signatures — more than about the 1,800 needed — to gain a spot on the Democratic primary ballot Sept. 16. “I’m extremely proud of how my team pounded the pavement and collected more than the necessary signatures in record time,” Ganim said in a statement. “It’s inspiring to see so many volunteers motivated to get things moving again for Bridgeport.” “We aren’t finished though,” Ganim added. “We will continue to meet …

SHARE

by Jay Polansky
Fairfield, CT
Breaking News
Police: Three Bikes Stolen In Fairfield In The Past Week Police: Three Bikes Stolen In Fairfield In The Past Week Police: Three Bikes Stolen In Fairfield In The Past Week
Police: Three Bikes Stolen In Fairfield In The Past Week FAIRFIELD, Conn. — Three more bicycles were reported stolen in Fairfield last week, following several reports of stolen bikes over the past few months, police said. A Raleigh Venture bike, valued at $500, was taken from a Main Street residence in Southport between July 22 and July 23. Police said the side door to the garage, where the bike was stored, was found to be unlocked. Officers found the missing bike on nearby River Street, police said. On July 25, a man who rides his bike to work reported his bike had gone missing, police said. He had left it up against the wall of Cumberlan…

SHARE

by Jay Polansky
Fairfield, CT
Breaking News
Man Charged With Cashing Check Swiped Out Of Fairfield Mailbox Man Charged With Cashing Check Swiped Out Of Fairfield Mailbox Man Charged With Cashing Check Swiped Out Of Fairfield Mailbox
Man Charged With Cashing Check Swiped Out Of Fairfield Mailbox FAIRFIELD, Conn. — A Bridgeport man was arrested Friday on charges of cashing a check that he took out of a Fairfield resident’s mailbox, police said. The resident had placed the envelope containing the $377.49 check in her mailbox to mail to her employer for a health insurance-related payment, police said. But Christopher Cyr of 2153 Main St. took the check and deposited it into a friend’s account at a Bank of America branch on Boston Avenue in Bridgeport, police said.  Cyr made periodic payments of $50 to $100 for use of the bank account, police said. In return, his friend provided…

SHARE

by Jay Polansky
Fairfield, CT
Breaking News
Police: Mercedes-Benz Of Fairfield Sees Rash Of Car Thefts Police: Mercedes-Benz Of Fairfield Sees Rash Of Car Thefts Police: Mercedes-Benz Of Fairfield Sees Rash Of Car Thefts
Police: Mercedes-Benz Of Fairfield Sees Rash Of Car Thefts FAIRFIELD, Conn. — It has not been a good July for Mercedes-Benz of Fairfield.  Five cars have been reported stolen from the Commerce Road dealership this month, police said. The thefts occurred between July 16 and July 21, police said. The dealership didn’t notice the cars were missing until it received calls from police departments in New York inquiring about cars found in their jurisdictions, Fairfield police said. Yonkers Police reported on July 22 that they had located two cars with Mercedes-Benz of Fairfield license plate frames. One of the cars appeared to have its VIN number …

SHARE

by Jay Polansky
Fairfield, CT
Breaking News
Two Windows Shattered At North Stratfield School In Fairfield Two Windows Shattered At North Stratfield School In Fairfield Two Windows Shattered At North Stratfield School In Fairfield
Two Windows Shattered At North Stratfield School In Fairfield FAIRFIELD, Conn. — Two windows were found shattered Sunday at North Stratfield Elementary School in Fairfield, police said. A security guard from a company hired to check on school buildings in town reported the windows to police at 11:44 a.m. Sunday, police said. Based on the hole found in one of the windows, it appears the two windows were shattered by a pellet gun, police said. The shattered windows were between doors 9 and 10 of the school building, police said. Police said there were no cameras on the side of the building where the windows were shattered. The school is loc…

SHARE

by Jay Polansky
Westport, CT
Breaking News
Westport Woman Charged With Breaking TV, Fighting With Boyfriend Westport Woman Charged With Breaking TV, Fighting With Boyfriend Westport Woman Charged With Breaking TV, Fighting With Boyfriend
Westport Woman Charged With Breaking TV, Fighting With Boyfriend WESTPORT, Conn. — A Westport woman turned herself in to police Thursday, July 9, after learning there was a warrant out for her arrest in connection with a domestic disturbance, police said. Natalia Ocampo was arrested and charged with third-degree assault, criminal violation of a protective order and third-degree criminal mischief, police said. The warrant stemmed from a June 30 call to a West End Avenue residence on a report of a domestic disturbance between a boyfriend and girlfriend, police said. Investigating officers found evidence of an altercation, police said. Ocampo broke a…

SHARE

by Jay Polansky
Prev Page 66 of 73 64 65 66 67 68 Next
651 - 660 of 727 articles