Have a happy and safe Thanksgiving!

Dear readers,

I want to thank every one of you who visits me here.

The number of readers each day has been about the same for quite a while, which indicates to me the same folks are stopping by, and for that I'm grateful.

I hope your Thanksgiving Day is filled with making memories with family and friends.

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Ansonia seeks names of residents in military

Please send names of active-duty service members to: Mayor's Office, Ansonia City Hall, 253 Main St., Ansonia, CT. 06401.



This is a press release from Mayor David S. Cassetti's office.

A message from Seymour first selectman

"Christmas is a time to reflect on all that is good in our lives, some things big and others small. It is a time for family and friends, for good cheer and happiness. It is a time we wish joy to all. 

"But, unfortunately, this spirit only seems to last a few days. Please join me in working to keep this wonderful holiday spirit all year long. Together, let's make 2015 the best year yet. Tara, Drew, Kaitlyn and I would like to wish you all a joyous holiday season. From our family to yours, may you have a Merry Christmas and a blessed New Year."

- Kurt Miller

* Note: This is taken from the Office of the First Selectman's Facebook page.

A message from Ansonia mayor

Happy Holidays to all! 

I would like to take this opportunity to say Merry Christmas, and a Happy New Year. 

As we celebrate this holiday season, focus on all the accomplishments achieved in 2014 and strive harder for a prosperous new year. Enjoy the time you spend with family and friends, but let us not forget our neighbors these holidays. A holiday season greeting may go a long way for those alone. I believe the holiday season is about giving and sharing PEACE and HAPPINESS.

My family and all of the dedicated City Hall staff wish you joy and happiness throughout the holiday season and New Year.

2014 was a great year for Ansonia and I am predicting an even brighter future in 2015. We witnessed a milestone last week when a portion of the buildings were demolished at the former Ansonia Copper and Brass site. 

We said good bye to a part of our history, but we are also welcoming a bright new future with economic growth into Ansonia. 

Join with me to help make Ansonia a better place to work and live.


- Mayor David S. Cassetti

Ansonia seeks names of active-duty military members

ANSONIA - For over 40 years the Comcowich-Carver Post 597 VFW, Ansonia, sent holiday greetings and a monetary gift to all Ansonia natives on active duty in the United States Armed Forces.

The Funds came from private donations as well as Post members soliciting funds at one Ansonia football game each year.

With the average age of the VFW well into their 70s, this practice became more and more difficult and the membership requested the City of Ansonia assume the project.
In 2002 the Board of Aldermen authorized the City of Ansonia to continue the practice and the Mayor's office took over administration of the program, with several servicemen and women receiving checks, which were funded by private donations.

This memorandum serves as a request to all residents to send the name of any known active-duty service personnel from Ansonia, along with their own name and address, to the following address by Dec. 17, 2014 so that this tradition will continue.

Office of Mayor Cassetti
253 Main Street
Ansonia, CT 06401

Please call the mayor's office with any questions or concerns, 203-736-5900.