Tuesday, March 6, 2018

Derby PD shares winter storm warning tips

From Derby Police Department Facebook page:
Snow is expected tomorrow (WED 07 MAR) starting early in the morning and increasing throughout the day. 
This is expected to be a “heavy” snow (weight-wise) with high wind gusts, which could increase the potential for downed trees/power lines and resulting power outages. Please prepare accordingly. 
If you encounter any power outages please contact your local utility provider, not 911. The UI Co. can be reached at (800) 722-5584. 
The following are some friendly snow-related tips and reminders:
Derby Winter Parking Ban is still in effect – parking is only allowed on the ODD side of the streets. You risk being ticketed and towed if plow vehicles cannot get through and adequately clear the roadway. Per Mayor Dziekan's office, FREE PARKING is available at the parking garage downtown Tuesday into Wednesday for anyone who wants to get their vehicle off the street.
Local ordinance requires that all homeowners/ businesses remove snow and ice from their sidewalks. Please be courteous to those that must travel by foot by making the sidewalks passable. You are also prohibited from throwing/shoveling the snow into the roadway. Both of these actions subject you to a $75 fine.

If you must travel, please exercise caution! Allow yourself plenty of time to get to your destinations and always keep extra distance between yourself and other vehicles as stopping distances will be increased due to slippery road surfaces. 
Lastly, please remove ALL snow and ice from your entire vehicle (hood, trunk, and roof) before heading out. Operating an igloo that poses a threat to other drivers is a violation of Connecticut General Statute and is a $120 infraction. 
The fine increases to $200 and above if snow/ice becomes dislodged and causes damage to other vehicles.
Please Drive Safe and Smart If You Must Travel!

Predicted snowstorm spurs Ansonia PD to institute parking ban


ANSONIA - Due to the incoming snowstorm, the City of Ansonia is instituting a parking ban on all city streets.

The parking ban will begin at midnight tonight and it will end at noon Thursday, March 8.

Residents are reminded that no vehicles may be parked on a city street during this time.
All city-owned parking lots and school parking lots are open for parking.

The storm is predicted to drop anywhere from six-12 inches of snow, which will impact road conditions.

The Ansonia Public Works Department will be working to clear the streets as soon as possible.

Please make every effort to comply with the parking ban. 
Vehicles that are in violation may be towed at the owner’s expense.


This is a press release from Ansonia Police Department.


'Turnback Tuesday' features painting of Sanford House in Derby


Turnback Tuesday features “Another View from Sanford House” painting. 
This oil-on-canvas was painted in 1852 by Calvin Curtis born in Stratford in 1822.
The Sanford House was the home of Nehemiah Curtis and Nancy Bateman Shelton Sanford and was located on the corner of Caroline and 4th Streets in Derby. 
The painting features a scene overlooking a canal and the Housatonic River. It can be viewed at the Derby Public Library in the Adult Reference/Computer Room.


*Thanks go to the Derby Public Library for sharing this interesting local history each week!

Plumb Memorial Library in Shelton slates volunteer training


Sharing from Shelton Library System's Facebook page:

SHELTON - A teen volunteer orientation will be held from 10 a.m.-noon Saturday at Plumb Memorial Library, 65 Wooster St.

New teen volunteers are required to join Mr. Adam as he gives this seminar about volunteering at the library. This orientation counts for two volunteer hours. 
The meeting will be held in the Teen Room.

Recuperation journey: Disappointed?


Is it weird that I felt sorry this morning for this guy because I didn't have any egg shells to offer him?

I think I've spoiled him and his comrades.

Greater Valley Chamber of Commerce in Shelton seeks interns


The Greater Valley Chamber of Commerce office is located at 10 Progress Drive, Shelton.

For more information about internship opportunities contact Nancie Gray, vice president, marketing/special events, at 203-925-4981.

Newsletter: Seymour manufacturer surfs into skateboarders' hearts


Dear readers,

Our latest Valley Voice newsletter features a business in Seymour that makes parts for skateboards, and Queen Elizabeth planning to "visit" Seymour Historical Society this month.

Thanks for reading,

Patti and Ralph

Recuperation journey: Ceramic issue

Anyone who has a cat knows you can't shake a half-empty bowl of dry food to fool kitty that the bowl has plenty inside.

When a cat sees the ceramic at the bottom of a bowl (or stainless steel or whatever your vessel of choice) that finicky feline will sit and stare at you until you put a crown on the pile of kibbles.

And I won't even get into the non-stop water bowl issues!
That was what I dealt with first thing this morning.

Have a sparkling day today, local friends, before tomorrow's snowstorm in the forecast for Connecticut. ❄ ❄ ❄