Police chase ends with arrests on Fairfield I-95 ramp
Fairfield trims trees so school speed camera warnings stay visible
Celebrate Fairfield’s Cultural District with music, art, and a resident survey
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Today's riddle: Where do you learn how to make ice cream ? 🤔 (Answer below!)
Weather forecast:
Friday: Breezy in the afternoon, with a high of 77 and low of 53 degrees.
Saturday: Windy with clouds and sun, temps: high: 62, low: 48.
Sunday: Partly sunny and pleasant, with a high of 75 and low of 56 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
1. 2 Arrested In Fairfield After Multi-Town Police Pursuit: State Police (patch.com) — A multi-town police pursuit ended on the I-95 south Exit 19 ramp in Fairfield, where troopers arrested a Bridgeport man accused of hitting police cruisers and a Milford woman accused of drug possession. State police say the chase began after earlier incidents in Milford and Shelton, and both suspects are being held on bond following multiple charges tied to the pursuit and alleged drug paraphernalia.
2. Fairfield To Prune Trees Covering Speed Camera Warning Signs: Officials (patch.com) — Fairfield officials are responding to residents who say tree branches are blocking warning signs for the town’s new school-zone speed cameras, promising to prune foliage and urging people to report problem spots. With ticketing set to begin June 1, police emphasize safety over revenue as cameras operate near several Fairfield schools, including both high schools and multiple elementary schools.
3. Fairfield To Celebrate 1st Anniversary Of State Cultural District Designation (patch.com) — Fairfield residents are invited to Sherman Green on June 27 to celebrate the first anniversary of the town’s official Connecticut Cultural District, with performances, live music, and an artisan market featuring local creators. The Fairfield Arts Commission is also encouraging residents to complete a survey about the district by June 26 for a chance to win a commission hat, helping shape how the cultural area grows.
4. Fairfield RTM Approves $400 Million Town Budget for 2026-27 Fiscal Year (patch.com) — Fairfield’s RTM has unanimously approved a $400.37 million town budget for 2026–27, with the Board of Finance set to finalize the mill rate on June 2. Most funding goes to Fairfield schools, along with police, fire, and security upgrades at several elementary schools, while officials say surplus funds will help soften revaluation impacts on taxpayers.
5. Fairfield Prep boys lacrosse wins 9th SCC title since 2016 with victory over Notre Dame-West Haven (nhregister.com) — Fairfield Prep boys lacrosse dominated Notre Dame-West Haven 17–0 at Fairfield University’s Rafferty Stadium to capture their third straight SCC championship. The Jesuits’ defense, led by senior Scout Callahan, stifled Notre Dame while 14 different Fairfield Prep players contributed goals ahead of the upcoming state tournament.
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Attorney Lukas Thomas Earns Fairfield RTC Endorsement for Judge of Probate —Fairfield Republicans Read on Patch
Making Fairfield’s Speed Camera Program Actually Work for Safety —Lexi Harrison Read on Patch
Fairfield Speed Camera Debate - Guerrilla or Robin Hood? —Asha Ink Read on Patch
Notre Dame Prep Class of 2026 Commencement —Matt Carrara Read on Patch
A message from Chief Michael Paris: As Chief of Police for the Town of Fairfield, I want our community to understand exactly why these speed cameras were implemented and why the mission… (Nextdoor Melville)
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