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Mental Health Awareness Month Recognized By Fairfield Police
"Mental health is public safety." — Fairfield Police Department

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"Mental health is public safety." — Fairfield Police Department

Last month, the Representative Town Meeting voted to dissolve the Parking Authority, and fold its responsibilities into a new department.
On Monday, an SUV stolen in Fairfield was recovered the same day, according to authorities.
Current Police Chief Foti Koskinas is stepping down to become the police chief in Easton.
Current Police Chief Foti Koskinas is stepping down to become the police chief in Easton.
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That special day for Moms falls on May 11 this year.
That special day for Moms falls on May 11 this year.
That special day for Moms falls on May 11 this year.
That special day for Moms falls on May 11 this year.
The one-vehicle crash occurred over the weekend.
The defendant is also known by a series of colorful street names, according to prosecutors.
The celebration offers a rare opportunity to chat with authors.
No injuries were reported, according to Fairfield police.
The suspect led police on a foot chase through several backyards before his apprehension.
Some Bridgeport residents may be impacted during the test, police said.
The home was built in 1980 and rests on a 2.03-acre lot.
See which boards and commissions are scheduled to meet this week in Madison.
The town is preparing to renovate the historic building.
Here is a list of businesses that were formed in Fairfield in the past month.