Derby Public Library offers teens virtual gatherings for reading of graphic novels

DERBY - Derby Public Library invites young adults ages to 12 and above to virtual gatherings for the reading/showing of Classic Graphic Novels from 3:30-4:30 p.m. Dec. 9 and 23.

Zoom access links will be provided via email three days prior to meeting dates. 

Sign up at the library’s Events Calendar at www.derbypubliclibrary.org. For more information call 203-736-1482.

Re-posting: Derby Neck Library presenting Heroes of the Animal Kingdom

DERBY - Join us at Derby Neck Library for a virtual presentation over Zoom of Heroes of the Animal Kingdom!

We'll explore how a variety of animals keep us healthy by eating disease-carrying insects. Learn how some tortoises dig burrows that provide homes for hundreds of other species during at least one stage of their life cycle.

Meet Animal Ambassadors such as a Solomons Islands Monkey-tailed Skink, a Red-foot or Sulcata Tortoise, Green Tree Frogs, an African Bullfrog, a Bull Snake, Chinchillas, a Chilean Rose Tarantula and an Eclectus Parrot.

Registration is required for this event so you can receive the Zoom link. 

Call 203-734-1492 or send us a message on Facebook to register. 

This is shared from the Library's Facebook event page.

Ansonia Mayor, Aldermen collecting new toys for local children

ANSONIA - Mayor David S. Cassetti and the Ansonia Aldermen are looking to brighten up the Holidays for needy Valley families...and they need YOUR help!

Please consider donating a new, unwrapped toy starting this Saturday. Drop off locations atSpector Furniture and Mattress Gallery and Road Ready Used Cars in downtown Ansonia.

And feel free to post a video with your toy donation, and we will show it off on the City's Facebook page. Just use the tag #CassettiClaus so we can find it!

This is shared from the City of Ansonia Facebook page.

TEAM, Inc. to host food distribution at Nolan Field in Ansonia

 

A year later, Ansonia Police continue to investigate disappearance of toddler

Vanessa Morales

ANSONIA - One year ago today [Wednesday], the Ansonia Police Department began an investigation into the homicide of Christine Holloway and disappearance of Holloway’s daughter, Vanessa Morales.

While we were able to make an arrest for the homicide, we have not been able to locate Vanessa.

We continue to investigate the case and have received hundreds of tips in the case; unfortunately, none of the tips has led to Vanessa. The Graco car seat, polka dot blanket, grey Eddie Bauer backpack/diaper bag and multicolored teething key ring are all still missing items that could assist in finding the whereabouts of Vanessa.

Our main objective since the beginning of this investigation is to bring closure to the family, friends and loved ones of Christine and Vanessa and we will continue to work to reach that goal.

This was posted Wednesday on the Ansonia Police Department's Facebook page.

Seymour Historical Society to host online snack and story visit with Santa

SEYMOUR - The Seymour Historical Society will host an online event with Santa Claus from 1-3 p.m. Dec. 12.

Enjoy snack and a story with Santa on Facebook Live! 

He will read one of his favorite stories to the audience watching while enjoying a cookie or two (don't tell Mrs. Claus!).

Santa will be able to answer questions that have been typed into the comments during the event too!

This is shared from the Seymour Historical Society's Facebook page.

Recuperation journey: Wednesday sunset

A tangle of trees blocks backyard view of today's beautiful sunset.