My view at 8 p.m. Have a peaceful evening.
Sunday, August 31, 2025
Saturday, August 30, 2025
From the 'Turnback Tuesday' archives: Farm couple in East Derby
This week's “Turnback Tuesday” photo is of Oliver B. Sherwood and his wife, Charlotte (Fowler) Sherwood.
Oliver was born in Greenfield Hill, Fairfield County, and moved to Derby with his father in 1817. Charlotte was born in Milford where the two met. They married on Sept. 3, 1836 and had four children together. Oliver was a farmer aka “seed grower” and distributed his produce all the way up to New York.
The photograph was apparently taken by one of Oliver’s relatives, Elizabeth Sherwood, in front of their home located on Derby Hill.
It was taken sometime during the late 1880s or early 1890s before Charlotte’s death in 1892. Sentinel Hill Road and Sodom Lane were both listed as cross streets, so the house was located somewhere in that area.
Oliver and Charlotte are buried in Oak Cliff Cemetery on Hawthorne Avenue in Derby.
[First posted on this date in 2016.]
Thanks as always to Derby Public Library staff for sharing interesting local history each week.
Recuperation journey 2.0: Looking at the sky
This is 7:30 p.m. today. Sun is setting earlier and earlier.
Griffin Center in Oxford to host Waste Not, Want Not presentation
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OXFORD - The Griffin Center for Healthy Living Teaching Kitchen will host a free nutrition education presentation and cooking demonstration about preserving food and cooking with frequently thrown away plant parts.
Waste Not, Want Not will be Sept. 18 at 5 p.m. at The Griffin Center for Healthy Living at Quarry Walk, 300 Oxford Road.
Caty Poole, former Executive Director of Massaro Farm and sustainable nutrition expert, will discuss the best ways to preserve foods to maintain freshness and how to repurpose the nutritious seeds, stems and leaves that usually end up in the garbage bin.
She will also demonstrate how to make carrot top chimichurri and pan sheet roasted vegetables.
Space is limited for this event, so registration is required.
Visit www.griffinhealth.org/events-calendar/waste-not-want-not or call The Griffin Center for Healthy Living Coordinator at 203-732-1369 to sign up.
Teaching Kitchen
The Griffin Center for Healthy Living Teaching Kitchen is part of Griffin’s commitment to the Planetree patient-centered care model, which promotes greater well-being in communities through access to health information and assistance in helping individuals address the social determinants of health such as access to fresh nutritious foods and how to prepare them.
Friday, August 29, 2025
Derby Public Library to host presentation on Old Woodbury Path
The Old Woodbury Path was once an ancient Native American path that originally connected what is now the Lower Naugatuck Valley with tribal communities closer to Long Island Sound.
That was before it was made wider by European settlers in Oxford and Seymour so that they could more easily bring farm products to market during the Colonial Period.
Ultimately, the path connected Woodbury and beyond with Derby landing, which was an important port for ships that carried produce to New York, Boston, Europe and the West Indies.
Learn more about this ancient highway, its effect on commerce, its eventual demise, and where original sections can still be found.
This event is Part of Derby's 350th Celebration.
REGISTER FOR THE EVENT HERE:
Shared from the Derby Public Library Facebook page.
Kids to create crayon scratch art at Huntington Branch Library
Crayon Scratch Art
Date: Wednesday, Sept.17
Location: Huntington Branch Library, 41 Church St., Shelton
Children ages 6-11 are welcome to join Ms. Leanne at the Huntington Branch Library to learn how to make their very own scratch art using crayons and a toothpick.
All materials and supplies will be provided.
or call 203-926-0111.
Shared from the Shelton Library System Facebook page.
Thursday, August 28, 2025
Ansonia Police charge 2nd teen in electric bike armed robbery
ANSONIA - Ansonia Police today [Thursday] arrested the second juvenile suspect in the armed robbery of an E-bike on Tuesday.
The 15-year-old Ansonia resident was charged with conspiracy to commit robbery first degree, robbery first degree, larceny second degree, criminal use of a weapon, and carrying a pistol without a permit, Lt. Patrick Lynch said in a written release.
The juvenile was transported to the juvenile detention center to be held pending a hearing.
This is a press release from Lt. Patrick Lynch.
Derby Youth Soccer holds registration, seeks volunteers
(From Derby Youth Soccer via Derby Public Schools)
We hope everyone is excited and ready to get started on a new season of soccer.
Fall Season starts on 4-SEP-2025 and ends on 30-OCT-2025, games and practices are every Tuesday and Thursday from 5:30-6:30 pm at Witek Park. Our league is designed to give every child the opportunity to participate in the game of soccer.
Registration will be closed on 18-SEP-2025 .
The registration fee is $30 for the Fall Season. Please note if your child played in the 2025 Spring Season, then no need to register again for the Fall.
As always, volunteers are needed.
If you would like to sponsor a team please email us for more information.
For registration, volunteer positions and program information please visit our website:
If you have any questions or would like to sponsor a team, please email us at [derby.youth.soccer.ct@gmail.com](mailto:derby.youth.soccer.ct@gmail.com)
From the 'Turnback Tuesday' archives: Early transportation
This week's "Turnback Tuesday" looks at one of the early modes of transportation between Derby ("Birmingham”) and New Haven. This picture shows the stagecoach waiting for its next daily run to New Haven.
Many modes of transportation have been employed over the years – walking, horseback, carts and wagons, carriages, railroads, rivers and canals, horse cars and horse railways, bicycles, trolleys and automobiles.
[First posted on this date on 2018.]
Thanks goes to Derby Public Library staff for sharing interesting local history each week.
Wednesday, August 27, 2025
Ansonia Police charge 2 men, juvenile in electric bike robbery
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| Kylen Sanders |
ANSONIA - The Ansonia Police Department Tuesday responded to a reported armed robbery in which a juvenile victim was robbed of his electric bike. The victim indicated that the suspect took the bike after displaying a firearm.
Responding officers observed another suspect operating the stolen bike shortly after the incident and found the bike abandoned on Sunset Drive where it was recovered, Lt. Patrick Lynch said in a release.
Additional officers and detective personnel were conducting surveillance and patrols in the area. They were able to locate a vehicle that was suspected of containing one of the suspects.
A motor vehicle stop was conducted on the vehicle, and one of the suspects, a 17-year-old juvenile, was located in the vehicle and taken into custody. Officers recovered a loaded firearm and narcotics from the 17-year old juvenile suspect.
The 17-year old suspect was charged with conspiracy to commit robbery 1st degree, carrying a pistol without a permit, larceny 2nd degree, interfering with a police officer and possession of a controlled substance (2 counts).
The juvenile was ordered detained and transported to the Juvenile Detention Center in Bridgeport.
The other suspect has been identified and an additional arrest is expected in the robbery investigation, Lynch said.
As a result of the motor vehicle stop where the robbery suspect was located, additional narcotics were located in the vehicle and the two other occupants of the vehicle were taken into custody on narcotics charges.
While in custody, one of the suspects attempted to conceal additional narcotics on his person and resisted being searched but those narcotics were recovered.
Sheldon Haley, 45, of Ansonia was charged with possession of a controlled substance. He was released after posting a $5,000 bond.
Kylen Sanders, 31, of West Haven was charged with possession of a controlled substance (2 counts), possession of narcotics with intent, tampering with evidence, and interfering with a police officer.
Sanders also refused to be processed/fingerprinted and was additionally charged with failure to be fingerprinted.
He was held on a $50,000 bond and arraigned today in Derby Superior Court today.
More information will be released as needed.
Lynch said the attached photo of Kylen Sanders is a photo from 2020 as he refused to be processed during last night's arrest.
This is a press release from Lt. Patrick Lynch.
Derby police arrest Wolcott man in connection with 2024 street takeover
Dominic Guerrera
DERBY – Police arrested a Wolcott man they said was part of an illegal street takeover on Pershing Drive.
Dominic Guerrera, 19, was arrested Aug. 23 and charged with disorderly conduct, reckless driving, and illegal racing, according to a Facebook post.
According to police, Derby officers were called to the scene of a street takeover on Pershing Drive near Division Street on Aug. 24, 2024. Police said that street takeover participants approached officers and taunted them, while racing on the street and driving recklessly.
During the incident, police said they identified a white Crown Victoria as one of the vehicles in the takeover. In a separate stop by Connecticut State Police that evening, Guerrera was allegedly identified as the Crown Victoria’s driver.
An arrest warrant was later issued for Guerrera and he was arrested on Aug. 23, police said.
Guerrera was released on a $40,000 bond. His next court date is Sept. 4 at Superior Court in Derby, according to the state judicial website.
Any information on illegal street takeovers can be reported to Derby police by calling 203 – 735-7811.
This story is shared from the Valley Independent Sentinel.
Seymour Public Library to close Tuesday to observe Labor Day holiday
The library will be closed on Tuesday, Sept. 2 in observance of Labor Day.
The library observes all Monday holidays on Tuesday, as we are always closed on Mondays.
Shared from the Library's Facebook page.
Tuesday, August 26, 2025
Ansonia Police seek public's help with info on armed robbery/stolen dirt bike
ANSONIA - The Ansonia Police Department is currently working an armed robbery/stolen dirt bike that occurred Tuesday night in the North End of Ansonia.
A related car stop on North Main Street resulted in several arrests. More to follow.
We encourage anyone with information or video in the area of Sunset Drive, Hotchkiss Terrace, or Kathy Lane that may show two suspects during the time of the bike being dumped on Sunset Drive at approximately 6:30-7 p.m. to contact the police department at 203-735-1885 or anonymous tips can be left at Tip411 at the link below.
'Turnback Tuesday' features 1921 map of Ansonia
Turnback Tuesday is sharing an image of a 1921 map of Ansonia. Remembering the Flood of 1955, this map gives a better idea of what downtown Ansonia looked like before the flood. It is an aerial view of Ansonia looking west. Many of the buildings shown no longer exist. Some street names have changed.
Derby Public Library is looking for a map of Derby produced in 1920 to add to our collection. The map of Ansonia is on loan to the library through the end of September.
Thanks as always goes to the Derby Public Library staff for sharing interesting local history each week.
Al Fenton Big Band to perform today on Derby Green
Scavenger hunt at Quarry Walk in Oxford to benefit Bosomii
For information about the organization visit
https://www.bosomii.com/
Valley Goes Pink fundraisers slated in Shelton, Derby
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The Valley Goes Pink Campaign invites the Lower Naugatuck Valley and surrounding communities to enjoy a variety of events throughout September and October for a good cause.
The Valley Goes Pink is a grassroots, community-wide effort to increase awareness about breast cancer and the importance of early detection, support the Hewitt Center for Breast Wellness at Griffin Hospital, and to celebrate the charitable spirit of the region’s businesses and organizations.
The following is a list of upcoming Valley Goes Pink fundraising events.
For registration, tickets and more information, visit griffinhealth.org/pink.
Waiters Go Pink!, Sept. 29 – The wait staff at Wellington’s Restaurant, 51 Huntington St., Shelton, and local community members will be serving up smiles and delicious food for a good cause. All tips during the evening service will be donated to the Valley Goes Pink. Reservations are required at 203-929-0336.
Trivia Night, Oct. 7 – Porky’s Café, 50 Center St., Shelton, will host a fun-filled night of trivia and prizes starting at 6 p.m. A $30 donation includes Porky's famous wings and pizza. Cash bar and raffles are available.
Art Bras for the Valley, Oct. 9 – Little Barn, 901 Bridgeport Ave., Shelton, will host a fashion show featuring unique art bras created by breast cancer survivors and their family and friends, and local businesses starting at 6 p.m. The event is $60 a ticket and includes of hors d'oeuvres (cash bar available), silent auction and raffles.
Pink Bingo, Oct. 14 – The Hops Company, 77 Sodom Lane, Derby, will host an evening of exciting bingo games, great company, and fantastic prizes starting at 6 p.m. A $30 donation includes 10 bingo sheets, dabber and two slices of Zuppardi's cheese pizza. Snacks and Zuppardi's Pizza (limited menu) will be available for purchase. There will be a cash bar and raffles.
For more information about “going pink” and joining the campaign visit griffinhealth.org/pink or contact the Griffin Hospital Development Fund at 203-732-7504
Waiters Go Pink!, Sept. 29 – The wait staff at Wellington’s Restaurant, 51 Huntington St., Shelton, and local community members will be serving up smiles and delicious food for a good cause. All tips during the evening service will be donated to the Valley Goes Pink. Reservations are required at 203-929-0336.
Trivia Night, Oct. 7 – Porky’s Café, 50 Center St., Shelton, will host a fun-filled night of trivia and prizes starting at 6 p.m. A $30 donation includes Porky's famous wings and pizza. Cash bar and raffles are available.
Art Bras for the Valley, Oct. 9 – Little Barn, 901 Bridgeport Ave., Shelton, will host a fashion show featuring unique art bras created by breast cancer survivors and their family and friends, and local businesses starting at 6 p.m. The event is $60 a ticket and includes of hors d'oeuvres (cash bar available), silent auction and raffles.
Pink Bingo, Oct. 14 – The Hops Company, 77 Sodom Lane, Derby, will host an evening of exciting bingo games, great company, and fantastic prizes starting at 6 p.m. A $30 donation includes 10 bingo sheets, dabber and two slices of Zuppardi's cheese pizza. Snacks and Zuppardi's Pizza (limited menu) will be available for purchase. There will be a cash bar and raffles.
For more information about “going pink” and joining the campaign visit griffinhealth.org/pink or contact the Griffin Hospital Development Fund at 203-732-7504
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This is a press release from Griffin Hospital.
Monday, August 25, 2025
From the photo archives: Looking at the sky
My backyard view on this date in 2022. Have a good night!
Watch 'How to Train Your Dragon' Wednesday at Seymour Public Library
Free Movie Wednesday!
Show time is 1 p.m.
Enjoy this beloved movie in Live Action!
All are welcome.
Seymour Public Library is at 46 Church St.
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