... at 8:35 p.m. The moon is in waxing gibbous phase and is 88 percent illuminated.
Friday, June 30, 2023
Griffin Hospital in Derby recognizes nurses in 35th annual celebration
Griffin Hospital Outstanding Nurse of the Year Susan Rupar, right, of Oxford, poses with Griffin Vice President of Patient Care Kimberlee Richard./ Contributed photo
DERBY - Griffin Hospital recently held its 35th annual Nurses' Week Celebration to honor its more than 480 staff nurses.
Nursing Department staff members were treated to refreshments, gifts, raffles, and award presentations to nurses who provided exceptional care during the year.
“Nurses are recognized as the 'most trusted profession,' and I have witnessed our Griffin nurses respond to challenging times and the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic with expertise and compassion," said Griffin Vice President of Patient Care Kimberlee Richard. “You continually demonstrate your commitment to our patients and their families. I am so incredibly grateful for all that you do. You are and will always be leaders in patient care.”
Susan Rupar, RN, of Oxford, a nurse in the Griffin Hospital Emergency Department, received the 2023 Outstanding Nurse of the Year Award.
A caregiver at Griffin since 2016, Rupar has long been recognized as an outstanding nurse by patients, new caregivers, and Griffin leadership, and as a vital member of the Griffin ED team.
“During a leadership transition period in the ED, Sue has been acting as interim educator, mentor and supporter, as well as transition coach for new hires,” the nomination for Rupar stated. “Sue has gone above and beyond to support the team during this time. Sue treats every person like they are all that matters in the moment. She has helped create new ways for staff recognition to remind the team that we are all here to support each other, make everyone’s day better, and to smile.”
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| Griffin nurse Christina Defeo, BSN, RN, of North Haven, received the Mary Schumacher Nursing Leadership Award. |
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| Griffin nurse Amy O'Leary, RN, of Shelton, received the Mary Nelligan Continuing Education Award. |
Griffin nurse Susan Jack, BSN, RN, PMH-C, of Beacon Falls, received the Shirley Yale Nursing Scholarship Award at Griffin’s 35th Annual Nurses Week Celebration.
Griffin Hospital Nurse Kelly Puglia, MSN, RN-BC, of Ansonia, received the Shirley Yale Nursing Scholarship Award at Griffin’s 35th Annual Nurses Week Celebration.
Griffin nurse Elizabeth Walker, RN, of Stratford, received the Shirley Yale Nursing Scholarship Award at Griffin’s 35th Annual Nurses Week Celebration.
Griffin nurse Flora Raja, RN, of Beacon Falls, received the Marie Santini Perioperative Nursing Excellence Award at Griffin’s 35th Annual Nurses Week Celebration.
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George Mooney, MST, of Ansonia poses with Linda Torok after receiving the Donald Torok Memorial Scholarship Award at Griffin's 35th Annual Nurses Week Celebration.
Congratulations to all!
This is a press release from Griffin Hospital.
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Shelton Police post street closings before tonight's fireworks
From the Shelton Police Department Facebook page:
The annual Shelton-Derby Fireworks are scheduled for tonight, Friday, June 30 at the Riverwalk on Canal Street.
Howe Avenue, including all side roads, between Wharf Street and Center Street will be closed at 7:30 p.m.
Canal Street between Wharf Street and Hill Street will be closed at approximately 2 p.m..
Canal Street between Hill Street and Cornell Street will be closed at 5:30 p.m.
Derby Police post parking ban today for fireworks viewing
From the Derby Police Department Facebook page:
DERBY - There is a parking ban in effect this evening on Elizabeth Street between Main Street and Sixth Street from 4 p.m. until midnight to allow for viewing of the fireworks.
Violators will be towed. Thank you in advance for your cooperation.
American Legion Post 50 to host Legion Liftoff in Ansonia to celebrate July 4th
ANSONIA - The Gordon-Visselli American Legion Post 50 will once again be hosting the Legion Liftoff to celebrate Independence Day.
More than 30 model rockets will be launched July 4th, from 10-11:30 a.m. at Nelligan Park on Doyle Drive.
This is a free event. Commander Mike Heise invites you to bring blankets and lawn chairs (there is some limited bleacher seating also) and take in the excitement during this family fun event.
Kids will be invited to retrieve rockets as they parachute down and may get a chance to actually push the launch buttons. There will be other interactive opportunities that will add to the fun.
If you have a rocket of your own, bring it along to launch it sky high.
For further information, contact Post Adjutant Pat Henri at 203-954-7661; text or leave a voice message.
This info is shared from the Valley Independent Sentinel.
Thursday, June 29, 2023
Plumb Memorial Library in Shelton to host cooking program for teens
This is shared from the Shelton Library System Facebook page.
Mad Science program heading to Seymour Public Library
SEYMOUR - Be amazed when the Mad Scientist defies gravity in this energetic and spectacular special event at 10:30 a.m. July 20 at Seymour Public Library. Fun for everyone!
Registration is not required. For more information, please call 203-888-3903. The Library is at 46 Church St.
Participation in our Summer Reading Program is not required to attend any of our free and fun programs.
This is shared from the Library's Facebook page.
Morgan Skelly and the Old Crows to perform at Jackson Cove in Oxford
"A little bit Country, a little bit Rock & Roll," pretty much sums up Morgan Skelly and the Old Crows.
This New England based 4-piece will absolutely leave the crowd wanting more.
Covering artists such as Tom Petty, Kenny Chesney, John Mellencamp, The Eagles, Jason Aldean, and many more, the Old Crows provide top tier music entertainment to suit any situation.
Cancellation Line: 203-888-2543, Press 3 then 1
Announcements will be made by 4 p.m. the day of the concert in the event of cancellation due to weather.
Announcements will be made by 4 p.m. the day of the concert in the event of cancellation due to weather.
This is shared from the Oxford Parks and Recreation website.
Seymour Public Library to hold soy candle-making program for teens
SEYMOUR - Make your own scented soy candles in a program at 5:30 p.m. July 19 at Seymour Public Library.
This program is for young adults 12 and up. Registration is required and limited.
For more information, or to register, call 203-888-3903. The Library is at 46 Church St.
Participation in our Summer Reading Program is not required to attend any of our free and fun programs.
This is shared from the Library's Facebook page.
Carnival headed to Nolan Field in Ansonia next week
ANSONIA - Mayor David S. Cassetti wants to see you at the Coleman Brothers Carnival headed to Nolan Field July 5 through July 9.
This event is in support of our friends at the Boys & Girls Club of the Lower Naugatuck Valley!
This is shared from the City of Ansonia Facebook page.
Wednesday, June 28, 2023
Recuperation journey: Looking at the sky
Tonight's moon is in waxing gibbous phase and is 71 percent illuminated.
Ansonia man, 25, flees; faces multiple charges
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| Kyree Pettway-Coverson |
ANSONIA - Officer Joel Perez stopped a motor vehicle at about 4 p.m. Monday for failing to stop for two red lights in the area on Main Street, Maple Street and North Main Street, Lt. Patrick Lynch said in a written release Wednesday.
The operator of the car was identified as Kyree Pettway-Coverson and upon learning he was being arrested Pettway-Coverson fled the scene in the car, Lynch said.
Pettway-Coverson drove recklessly while fleeing the scene almost causing accidents with other vehicles.
Officer Perez was able to locate the car on Roosevelt Drive with the assistance of an area resident. The car was unoccupied, its registration was suspended for no insurance, and Pettway-Coverson had no license.
During an inventory of the car crack cocaine was located. A few hours after the stop Pettway-Coverson came to the police department to turn himself in.
Pettway-Coverson was released on a $4,000 bond with a court date of July 10, 2023 at Derby Superior Court.
This is a press release from Lt. Patrick Lynch.
Ansonia Police, DEA agents arrest 3 males on drug charges
ANSONIA - Ansonia Police in conjunction with the DEA New Haven Field Office Tuesday conducted surveillance in the north end of Ansonia to address quality of life, drug, and weapons issues.
At about 2 p.m. officers and agents observed multiple possible drug transactions coming from a vehicle. When the vehicle was approached, there were three occupants all of whom were detained.
The occupants were identified as Tremaine Cox, Kyree Pettway-Coverson, and Jeremiah Perkins, Lt. Patrick Lynch said in a written release.
Pettway-Coverson was found with multiple folds of heroin in his lap.
Cox had both powder cocaine and crack cocaine in his possession, he also had a fully loaded Glock 45 caliber handgun in his possession. The gun was registered to Cox and he had a valid pistol permit.
The car was registered to Perkins and during a search of the car heroin, cocaine, fentanyl, a digital scale and packaging materials were found.
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| Tremaine Cox |
Cox, 22, of Derby was charged with three counts of possession of a controlled substance, three counts of possession with intent to distribute, sale of narcotics, and possession of drug Paraphernalia.
Cox was released on a $100,000 bond with a court date of July 11, 2023 at Derby Superior Court.
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| Kyree Pettway-Coverson |
Pettway-Coverson, 24, of Ansonia was charged with three counts of possession of a controlled substance, three counts of possession with intent to distribute, and possession of drug paraphernalia.
Pettway-Coverson was held on a $50,000 bond with a court date of June 28, 2023 [today] at Derby Superior Court.
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| Jeremiah Perkins |
Perkins, 25, of Waterbury was charged with charged with three counts of possession of a controlled substance, three counts of possession with intent to distribute, and possession of drug paraphernalia.
Perkins was released on a $50,000 bond with a court date of July 11, 2023 at Derby Superior Court.
Lynch said a total of 268 folds of heroin, fentanyl, and cocaine were seized, along with $890 in cash and the Glock handgun.
Lynch said a total of 268 folds of heroin, fentanyl, and cocaine were seized, along with $890 in cash and the Glock handgun.
This is a press release from Lt. Patrick Lynch.
Ansonia Police Department reminds public use of fireworks prohibited in Connecticut
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Click for video:
https://youtu.be/3jl_KRlEw_wAs we approach the July 4th holiday, the Ansonia Police Department wants to remind the public that Connecticut law prohibits the use of fireworks except for sparklers/fountains.
Please leave the use of fireworks to the professionals and enjoy the holiday with your family and friends.
This Connecticut State Police video (linked above) is a stark reminder of the dangers that all fireworks pose.
This is shared from the APD Facebook page.
Derby Neck Library to host sidewalk arts event for kids
DERBY - Come join our community art project from 1-5 p.m. July 8 at Derby Neck Library.
If you think sidewalk chalk is just a ho-hum childhood pastime, think again!
Join us outside on our front stoop to learn some chalk drawing and painting techniques.
Together we’ll make our own sidewalk chalk and chalk paint and then use what we’ve learned to create an amazing piece of art together.
Each participant will get their own sidewalk square to decorate, with prizes being awarded upon completion.
The Library is at 307 Hawthorne Ave.
This is shared from the Library's website.
Tuesday, June 27, 2023
Ansonia Police report runaway, 14, has returned home
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| Salome Ramirez |
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UPDATE: JUNE 27, 2023 @ 5:20 P.M.
SALOME RAMIREZ HAS RETURNED HOME, THANK YOU FOR REPOSTING AND SHARING.
The Ansonia Police Department is looking for the public's assistance in locating a runaway juvenile. Salome Ramirez, age 14, 4 feet 9 inches tall, 110 pounds with brown hair and brown eyes was last seen on June 26, 2023 at 9 a.m. in the area of Grove Street and Howard Avenue.
Phone contact was made today, June 27, 2023 and she may be in New Haven but would not disclose her location.
Salome was wearing black shorts and a pink shirt when she left her home.
Registration opens Saturday for Pounding the Pavement for Pink 5K in Seymour
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Beacon Hose Co. 1 annual carnival on tap this week in Beacon Falls
The 2023 Beacon Hose Carnival is back this summer for Beacon Falls' biggest party!
- WHAT: Continuation of a tradition that stretches back to 1963, where we bring together old friends and new neighbors for fun, food, music, rides, and camaraderie - and admission is free!
- WHEN: Thursday-Saturday, June 29-July 1, from 6-11 p.m.
- WHERE: Beacon Hose Co. No. 1 (35 North Main St., Beacon Falls).
- WHY: Our volunteer fire department and EMS service's biggest annual fundraiser to help fund our many programs, including fire prevention, scholarships, youth sports, holiday celebrations, community events, perks for our volunteers, and more.
- WHEN: Thursday-Saturday, June 29-July 1, from 6-11 p.m.
- WHERE: Beacon Hose Co. No. 1 (35 North Main St., Beacon Falls).
- WHY: Our volunteer fire department and EMS service's biggest annual fundraiser to help fund our many programs, including fire prevention, scholarships, youth sports, holiday celebrations, community events, perks for our volunteers, and more.
Buy raffle tickets here: https://bit.ly/2023bhcraffle
This is shared from the fire company's Facebook page.