SHELTON - Registration is OPEN for our AGES 0-4 End of Summer Reading Party with Lucky Duck Puppets at Plumb Memorial Library on Thursday, July 30. Don't miss out on the fun!!
Saturday, July 11, 2026
Plumb Memorial Library in Shelton to hold end of summer puppet show
SHELTON - Registration is OPEN for our AGES 0-4 End of Summer Reading Party with Lucky Duck Puppets at Plumb Memorial Library on Thursday, July 30. Don't miss out on the fun!!
Kids to create garden treasures July 30 at Derby Public Library
Add a splash of color and creativity to your summer! 
Create your own one-of-a-kind garden treasure! Choose from a rock, a birdhouse wind chime, or a ceramic flower pot, then paint and decorate your masterpiece to take home or share with the community.
While our creations dry, we'll enjoy some relaxing bubbles and celebrate the beauty of gardens, creativity, and kindness.Don't forget to wear clothes you don't mind getting messy! 
Recommended for school aged children (geared for 7+).
Registration required to reserve supplies.
Please register each child separately so we know how many friends to expect!
Friday, July 10, 2026
Derby officers support St. Mary-St. Michael campers' lemonade stand
DERBY - Ptl Wilson and Ptl Canedo stopped by to support the St. Mary and St. Michael's Summer Camp Crew's lemonade stand!!!
The officers enjoyed meeting the campers and showed their support for the hard work the children put into their stand.
At Derby Police Department, we are committed to supporting our community and building positive relationships—especially our youngest community members. Opportunities like these help strengthen connections in our proud little City.
Thank you to the campers for helping us stay cool with the delicious lemonade.
Shared from the Derby PD Facebook page.
Register for end of summer reading party at Shelton Community Center
Registration is OPEN for our Grades K-12 End of Summer Reading Party with performer Jason Tardy. Don't miss out on the fun!!
Register here: https://engagedpatrons.org/EventsRegister.cfm?SiteID=2661...
Beatles tribute band to perform Saturday at Great Hill Hose Co. in Seymour
Seymour Culture and Arts welcome the Sun Kings, a Beatles tribute band, this Saturday,
July 11, at Great Hill Hose Co. from 6-8 p.m. Grills will be hot, tunes will be amazing and the weather 
looks good!
looks good! We collect non perishable foods for Seymour Oxford Food Bank at every concert! We also have a raffle at every concert! Come on up and have some fun!
Healthy U at Griffin Hospital in Derby to discuss mental wellness, self-care
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DERBY - The Healthy U Lecture Series at the Community Health Resource Center at Griffin Hospital will provide an in-depth discussion about mental wellness and well-being Wednesday, July 15 at 6 p.m.
Led by Griffin Health physicians and experts in behavioral health, this free program features trusted medical insight into emotional, psychological, and social well-being, and how to best cope with the stresses of life.
Attendees will also learn about Griffin Health resources available to help promote an improved wellness and sample healthy food. There will be ample time for participants to ask the medical experts questions.
The Healthy U Lecture Series offers physician-led presentations and discussions to help individuals better understand how the human body functions and be empowered to manage their health and well-being. Griffin Health medical experts will provide in-depth information about the body’s systems to best explain health topics including diabetes prevention, cancer awareness, mental wellness, heart health, nutrition, and exercise for individuals who want to learn more about wellness and disease prevention.
Healthy U is held on the third Wednesday of each month at 6 p.m. in the Community Health Resource Center.
The topics for each month are: August – Breathing and Pulmonary Care; September – Hispanic Health Awareness; October - Cancer Prevention and Genetic Testing; November – Diabetes Management and Prediabetes Prevention; and December - Healthy Aging.
To reserve your spot or for more information, call 203-732-7399 or register at www.griffinhealth.org/Healthy-U.
This is a pess release from Griffin Hospital.
Thursday, July 9, 2026
Salvation Army Greater Valley seeks support through digital donations
This summer, even a small gift can make a big difference for our neighbors in The Valley
Through The Salvation Army’s Give A Little, Change A Lot campaign, your support helps provide food, emergency assistance, and hope to local individuals and families facing hardship.
For a limited time, digital donations will be matched—doubling the impact of your generosity! Together, we can help more neighbors regain stability and hope.
Shared from The Salvation Army- Ansonia Facebook page.
Ansonia children developing art talent through free summer program
The City of Ansonia would like to showcase all of the talented artists who are participating in this summer’s Free Watercolor Art Program taught by The Studio of Richard DiCarlo!
Mayor Tyszka is grateful to all who donated to support the free summer programming for Ansonia’s children.
Shared from the City of Ansonia Facebook page.
Wednesday, July 8, 2026
Ansonia Police Department congratulates 2 new recruit officers
The Ansonia Police Department is proud to introduce our two newest recruit officers, Laszlo Benedek (center left) and Joshua Segarra (center right) as they enter the Municipal Police Training Academy in Meriden.
They will spend the next six months training before starting their field training to become a full time officer. Congratulations and good luck.
They are flanked by Chief Wayne Williams, left, and Mayor Frank Tyszka.
Ansonia Police seek info about Liberty Street shooting incident
ANSONIA - The Ansonia Police Department is actively investigating a shooting incident that occurred Tuesday afternoon, July 7.
At approximately 5 p.m. Ansonia Police received a notification from a local hospital regarding an adult male who had self-admitted with a gunshot wound. Initial reports indicated the injury was a possible self-inflicted gunshot wound.
Through immediate follow-up investigations, detectives determined that the incident took place in the area of Liberty Street.
Responding officers and detectives successfully located and secured the scene on Liberty Street. Investigators subsequently obtained and executed a search warrant at a residence to gather physical evidence and further the investigation.
This remains an active and ongoing investigation. No further details regarding the identity or current medical condition of the male individual are available for release at this time.
This appears to be an isolated incident and there is no immediate danger to the public.
The Ansonia Police Department is asking anyone with information regarding this incident, or who may have witnessed unusual activity on Liberty Street around 5 p.m. on Tuesday, to contact the Ansonia Police Department Detective Bureau at 203-735-1885.
This is a press release from Lt. Alex Barreira, public information officer.
Quaker Farms Fire Company in Oxford to hold annual carnival
It’s that time of year again! Our Annual Fireman’s Carnival!
We have a special year coming up with some new attractions and awesome surprises, but those are for a later date!
Back again we have Marenna Amusements bringing awesome rides for all ages!
As always our fireworks shows on Wednesday and Friday at 9:45 p.m. each night.
Our food menu-
Hamburger/Cheese burger
Hot dog
Red hots
Sausage and Peppers
Chicken Nuggets
Fries
Fried Dough
Corn Dogs
Hamburger/Cheese burger
Hot dog
Red hots
Sausage and Peppers
Chicken Nuggets
Fries
Fried Dough
Corn Dogs
Ticket prices
$1 per ticket
$20 for 22 tickets
$35 for wristbands(per night)
$20 for 22 tickets
$35 for wristbands(per night)
Silver Sluggers to meet Thursday at Derby Public Library
DERBY - The next Silver Sluggers meeting is TOMORROW!
Join us for a lively and always entertaining session about America's favorite pastime: BASEBALL.
10 a.m.-12 p.m. No registration is required!The Library is at 313 Elizabeth St.
Shared from the Library's Facebook page.
Griffin Health honors caregivers, announces Employee of the Year
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| Judith Abaidoo |
DERBY – Griffin Health recently honored more than 900 employees and physicians who reached service milestones of 5 years and more, and announced its 2026 Employee of the Year and Department of the Year at its 54th Annual Service Awards celebration at Aria in Prospect.
At a “Broadway Bash” themed celebration, Griffin Hospital President and CEO Patrick Charmel personally presented gifts of appreciation to longtime employees and announced Mammography and Breast Sonography Technologist Judith Abaidoo of West Haven as the 2026 Employee of the Year and the Griffin Hospital Central Processing Department as the 2026 Department of the Year.Abaidoo named Top Caregiver
A caregiver at The Hewitt Center for Breast Wellness at Griffin Hospital since 2023, Abaidoo regularly receives thankful comments from patients that describe her as professional, kind, calm, and reassuring.
“Guided by the belief in serving something larger than herself, Judith’s impact is seen in the experience she creates for every patient,” Charmel said.
“Even in situations where patients arrive anxious or uncomfortable, Judith creates a sense of trust. Her colleagues recognize her steady presence under pressure and view her as a role model who leads by example.”
Griffin’s Employee of the Year selection come from its monthly I Take It Personally (ITIP) Award program where employees are nominated by their colleagues. Each month, up to four Griffin Health caregivers are selected for their efforts to improve patient satisfaction and promote Griffin’s commitment to person-centered care. Of these ITIP winners, four are selected as finalists for the honor of Employee of the Year.
Central Processing Department Named Department of the Year
The Griffin Hospital Central Processing Department was honored with Department of the Year for disciplined execution, consistent process control, and an unwavering focus on clinical safety.
Central Processing achieved a high level of performance this year, showing meticulous attention to detail during several HVAC infrastructure upgrades in which there was not a single surgical case delay.
The department also improved instrument processing and the availability and readiness of surgical instruments through staff education, workplace safety, and innovative technologies that have elevated both employee performance and service quality.
“The team’s responsiveness to clinical needs, including the development of specialized emergency instrument trays and additional safety testing protocols, reflect their spirit of collaboration and accountability,” Charmel said. “Their consistency, coordination, and control flawlessly support exceptional surgical patient care every day.”
The Department of the Year is selected from the four hospital departments selected as “Department of the Quarter” by the ITIP program.
This is a press release from Griffin Hospital.
Tuesday, July 7, 2026
Derby Public Library slates sidewalk scribbles fun for all ages in July
The Library is at 313 Elizabeth St., Derby.
Derby Public Library offers 2 Blooming Bookworm story times
Derby Public Library is at 313 Elizabeth St., Derby.
St. Mary-St. Michael School in Derby reschedules lemonade stand to Thursday
Sharing from St. Mary-St. Michael School:
Due to today's rainy weather, we have rescheduled our Lemonade Stand to Thursday July 9 from 12-3 p.m. in front of the school!
Derby Police Department welcomes, congratulates new recruit
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| Sophia Giglotti |
Last evening, the Derby Police Department proudly welcomed our newest recruit, Sophia Gigliotti, who was officially sworn in during the Police Commissioners Meeting.
Recruit Gigliotti was administered the Oath of Office by Police Commissioner Tom DeGennaro as family, friends, and department members looked on. She will begin the police academy on Friday, July 10.
Please join us in welcoming Recruit Gigliotti to the Derby Police Department and wishing her the best of luck as she begins her academy training. We are excited to have her on the team and look forward to watching her succeed.
Congratulations, Sophia, and good luck at the academy!
Monday, July 6, 2026
St. Vincent de Paul in Derby posts sales, summer schedule
Comb through our daily sales for new stock and treasures put out every day!
See you Wednesday!
Sunday, July 5, 2026
Teens invited to Derby Neck Library Monday for puzzles, games
Sharpen your mind and unwind: Mondays are for puzzles, games, and more!
Join us in the Teen Space from 4:30-6 p.m. Monday for a mix of brain teasers, strategy, and friendly competition! Here you can piece together giant jigsaw puzzles, sharpen your mind with Wordle and Sudoku, challenge a friend to regular chess or laser chess, or even dive into the world of Magic: The Gathering!
Whether you’re here to relax, think hard, or try something new, there’s always a challenge (and a new friend) waiting for you!
No registration required, but sign up for our Youth Services mailing list to stay in the loop on cancelations by clicking here.
Derby Neck Library is at 307 Hawthorne Ave., Derby.
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