Arts council members ready show in Derby

Valley Arts Council President Rich DiCarlo and artist Dawn Kraemer Wednesday put together an art show to be featured at a reception from 6 to 8:30 p.m. Thursday at Marco Pizzeria Restaurant in Derby. Please see below for information.

Please join us! 

Officials announce first step in heritage area designation at Derby Greenway

Pictured from left, Derby Mayor Anita Dugatto, U.S. Rep. Rosa L. DeLauro, Greater Valley Chamber of Commerce President William Purcell, Ansonia Mayor David S. Cassetti, and U.S. Sen. Richard Blumenthal at a press conference in Derby Wednesday about the Naugatuck River Valley National Heritage Area Study Act. Stay tuned for a story in the Valley Independent Sentinel. / Photo submitted by Sheila O'Malley, Ansonia Economic Development Director

Cut-A-Thon to support Seymour teen battling cancer

Proceeds to benefit the Poeta Family Fund

SEYMOUR - Nina Poeta, 17, is  a cheerleader for Seymour High School and a very special young lady in the Valley community.

Most people in the area know of her battle with cancer.  She was diagnosed with an inoperable brain tumor in November. 

The past 10 months have been quite challenging for Nina and her family. 

She has undergone radiation, two very delicate surgical procedures, and is currently receiving a second round of chemotherapy. 

The community’s love and support has been a blessing to the Poeta family. A fund was set up on Go Fund Me and has raised more than $80,000 to help with the financial challenges they are facing. 

Please visit the site to learn more about Nina and her journey" http://www.gofundme.com/5eirqo.

A special event is planned for Nina and her family  fro, 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Thursday (Sept. 25). 

Oxford Hair Academy and Body Shoppe Salon are hosting a Cut-A-Thon. 

We are hoping to have a great turnout to show Nina that she is not alone in this fight. This will be a great way to show your love and support. 

Haircuts are $15 and all proceeds will be donated to The Poeta Family Fund. 

Oxford Hair Academy and Body Shoppe Salon is located at 153 North St.

Visit the Poeta Strong Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/PoetaStrong or call Elizabeth Pisano at 203-415-4387 for more information or to donate a raffle prize.

This post is taken from a release from Elizabeth Pisano, a friend of the Poeta family.