Newsletter features Downtown Now workshop in Derby, McDonald's rebuild, more

Dear readers,

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~ Patti and Ralph

Newsletter features Downtown Now workshop in Derby, McDonald's rebuild, more

Dear readers,

We just finished putting together the latest Valley Voice newsletter, and you can check it out by clicking here: http://media.wix.com/ugd/329bf6_67d515900db24212836367f98f911a3a.pdf 


Thanks for reading!

~ Patti and Ralph

State expected to fund elevator installation for Legion Post 10 in Seymour

SEYMOUR - State Rep. Theresa Conroy, D-Seymour, Beacon Falls, Derby, today announced the imminent approval of state funding for the Emil Senger American Legion Post 10.

The state Bond Commission is expected to approve $98,170 for the installation of an elevator lift to provide handicapped access to the second floor of the building.

“This is great news for area veterans and visitors to the American Legion in Seymour,” Conroy said.

The state Bond Commission will meet at 10:30 a.m. Friday in room 1-E of the Legislative Office Building in Hartford.


This is a press release from Conroy's office. 

Job fair held for displaced workers at facilities in Shelton, Stratford

SHELTON - Greater Valley Chamber of Commerce President William Purcell said today a special job fair was held Wednesday at Altice USA (formerly Cablevision).

He said the fair was "a great success." The event featured 24 participating companies and several hundred candidates attended.

Purcell said Altice USA, the new owners of Cablevision and its Optimum Service, announced in August they will be closing their Customer Support and Back Office Operations in Shelton and Stratford.  

The closure of these two facilities is expected to impact as many as 600 associates, according to media reports. 

In an effort to assimilate these impacted employees into the local economy, Purcell said the Chamber was pleased to join with Cablevision, the Connecticut Department of Labor and The WorkPlace, Inc. in hosting a job fair exclusively for these employees.

Participating companies included Barnum Financial, Basement Systems, 3PL Worldwide, Sikorsky, A Lockheed Martin Company, Webster Bank, Curtiss Ryan Honda, Peralta Design, Sikorsky Credit Union, Housatonic Community College, Griffin Hospital, Post University, The WorkPlace, Inc. and the Connecticut Department of Labor, and more.

6th annual Greater Valley Restaurant Week starts Monday

Please your palates while supporting local restaurants

SHELTON - The Greater Valley Chamber of Commerce has announced the sixth annual Greater Valley Restaurant Week will run from Monday-Oct. 8.

“This annual event is testament to the breadth and diversity of the Valley restaurant scene,” said Greater Valley Chamber President Bill Purcell. 

“The Chamber urges all residents and businesses alike to take advantage of the special menus and pricing offered during Greater Valley Restaurant Week and to patronize our Valley restaurants throughout the year.”

Greater Valley Restaurant Week is designed for people to sample menus at lower fixed prices and visit as many restaurants as their schedule and appetite allows. 

Area restaurants have the opportunity to introduce the community and visitors to what they do best at a price that encourages dining out.

The 17 restaurants currently participating include: 121 Restaurant & Bar – Oxford; Archie Moore’s – Derby; Caloroso – Shelton; Center Street Social – Shelton; Copper City – Ansonia; Focaccia’s – Shelton; GROW – Shelton; House of Bones – Derby; Il Palio Ristorante – Shelton; La Scogliera – Shelton; Pies & Pints – Oxford; Red Lotus – Shelton; Stone’s Throw – Seymour; Tea with Tracy – Seymour; Vazzy’s Cucina – Shelton; Wellington’s – Shelton; and Zois - Seymour.

Restaurant Week is sponsored by Lincoln Technical Institute and Dental Associates. 
It provides an opportunity for area residents to check out the many different restaurants - the hidden gems - here in the Valley. 

It also is a great opportunity for employers to reward their employees and for area business people to coordinate lunch meetings. Restaurant Week also showcases the cultural and culinary value of our community.

For information about participating restaurants including menus and hours, visit GreaterValleyRestaurantWeek.com.

Be sure to visit the Greater Valley Chamber on Facebook, Twitter or Instagram for updates throughout the week.  Customers are encouraged to highlight their meals on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram by using #GVRW. 

Restaurants wishing to participate can contact the Chamber at 203-925-4981 or info@greatervalleychamber.com.

This is a press release from the Greater Valley Chamber of Commerce. The organization represents the All-America City business community of Ansonia, Beacon Falls, Derby, Oxford, Seymour, Shelton, and the surrounding area.  

Movie matinees continue on Wednesdays at Derby Public Library

DERBY - The Derby Public Library continues its weekly Wednesday Movie Matinees series for ages 18 and over.

Newly released DVDs will be shown every Wednesday at 

1 p.m. 
Light snacks will be provided.  
Registration is requested.  

For a list of featured films, stop by the Library at 313 Elizabeth St. or call 203-736-1482.  

This is a press release from Cathy Williams, Director, Derby Public Library.