Ansonia Rotary recognizes first responders at dinner

From left: state Sen. George S. Logan, R-Ansonia, Past Fire Chief Scott Trembley, ARMS EMT Travis Nelson, police officer Mark Clifford, Mayor David S. Cassetti./ Contributed photo

ANSONIA - More than 50 friends, family, and members of Ansonia’s Fire, Police and ARMS departments joined Ansonia Rotary Club members for dinner Tuesday to congratulate three outstanding public servants. 

The event was held at Ansonia High School.

The Fire Department outstanding service award went to Past Chief Scott Trembley, while the Ansonia Police Department award was presented to Officer Mark Clifford.  

The ARMS department selected EMT Travis Nelson for recognition. Each member was congratulated and presented a plaque by Rotary Club President Lori Veillette.  

Mayor David S. Cassetti and state Sen. George S. Logan presented awardees with citations from the city as well as the General Assembly, and commended them for their commitment to the safety of city residents and for the dedication and performance that led to their selection. 

This was the 17th year the Rotary Club has recognized outstanding first responders in Ansonia. 

The event was supported by the Valley Community Foundation, the Liberty Bank Foundation, and donations from the community. 

The event chairman was Cheryl Biros of the Ned Miller Agency/Starkweather-Shepley Insurance Co.

Ansonia Rotary Club meets for lunch weekly at Crave Restaurant in Ansonia. For more information, go to www.ansoniarotary.org.

This is a press release from Ansonia Rotary Club.

Seymour Recreation holding coed open volleyball at community center

Derby Historical Society slates annual appeal, talk on witch hunting in CT

File photo of the Gen. David Humphreys House, 37 Elm St., Ansonia.

DERBY - The Ansonia-based Derby Historical Society will hold its 27th Annual Appeal at 5 p.m. Nov. 20 at La Sala Banquet Hall, 73 High St. 
Tickets are $45. 
Dinner will include stations of appetizers, chicken marsala, potatoes, salad, and pasta. 

Guest speaker will be Dr. Richard Ross, professor emeritus and former college Librarian at Trinity College. He will discuss his book, "Before Salem: Witch Hunting in the CT River Valley 1647-1663."

Ansonia resident Diane Stroman, executive vice president of TEAM, Inc. will receive the prestigious John I. Howe Award. 

Call 203-735-1908 or email info@derbyhistorical for information or tickets before Nov. 15.

This information is shared from a Facebook event page.

Car show at Shelton Riverwalk to benefit Relay for Life

Car show is on tap Saturday at the Shelton Riverwalk.

SHELTON - The Tuned Society Club attended the Food Trucks in the Valley Car Show in September for the first time this year. 
Members decided to throw one last party together at the Shelton Riverwalk before the season ends. 
ACI Dynamix of Seymour will also join the fun from noon to 4 p.m. Saturday.

Details:
$10 car show entry
Free general admission
Suggested donation for Relay for Life
100+ custom cars
Food trucks
Beer and wine 
Local vendors

*Sharing information from a Facebook event page.

Communi'tini' event in Shelton to benefit Valley United Way programs

SHELTON - Join Valley United Way and chefs from local restaurants in a dazzling James Bond-themed fundraiser Nov. 17 at Scinto Towers Lobby, 2 Corporate Drive. 

The festivities begin at 5:30 p.m.

The Stirring Your Communi“tini” gala will feature entertainment by Tony Riccio (Frank Sinatra tribute) and Jack Lynn (Dean Martin tribute). 

There will be a James Bond Costume Contest as well as a “SurPrize Balloon Pop” raffle, featuring a chance to win an exquisite “Rhythm of Love” diamond pendant valued at $2,500, generously donated by Marks of Design in Shelton, plus many other interesting prizes.

Numerous top area restaurants will be on hand with tasty bite-size appetizers, each paired with a different 1 oz. signature martini sample. There will be a People’s Choice and a Critic’s Choice award given for the best pairing.

Tickets are available for $50 online at valleyunitedway.org or by calling Valley United Way at 203-926-9478.

All proceeds go to Valley United Way’s programs which focus on food insecurity. The Valley United Way is a leading philanthropic organization serving the towns of Ansonia, Derby, Oxford, Seymour and Shelton. Their mission is to improve lives by mobilizing the caring power of the community through philanthropy, volunteerism and collaboration.


This is a press release from Valley United Way.