Wednesday, August 1, 2018

Creedence tribute band performs at Veterans Memorial Park in Ansonia

Bad Moon Rising, a Creedence Clearwater Revival tribute band, performed 'Who'll Stop The Rain?' Wednesday at Veterans Memorial Park in Ansonia. 
With afternoon storms passing through the area band members and concert organizers were wondering if the rain was going to stop. 
But the skies cleared, and Valley residents were able to enjoy a great concert.

Bad Moon Rising to perform tonight in Ansonia


Applications open today for TEAM assistance with winter heating costs


DERBY- Now is the time to think about applying to TEAM for assistance with winter heating costs. 
Families and individuals seeking financial help to offset their winter heating bills may apply beginning Aug. 1, 2018.
Families and individuals may qualify for help if they fall below these income limits: $24,280 for a household of one, $32,920 for a two-person household, $41,560 for a three-person household, $50,200 for a four-person household.

Applicants are deemed eligible based on review of their total household gross income, such as job earnings, unemployment compensation, social security, pension etc.; household size; and liquid assets. 
If an applicant is approved for assistance, TEAM will make direct payments to their home heating provider.
Both homeowners and renters who are residents of Ansonia, Beacon Falls, Bethany, Derby, Milford, Orange, Oxford, Seymour, Shelton, and Woodbridge can apply for energy assistance from TEAM.

To schedule an appointment with TEAM Energy Assistance, please call 203-736-5420 and follow prompts for Energy Assistance, or in Milford, 203-783-3253; Woodbridge, 203-389-3429; Orange, 203-891-4787, and Bethany, 203-393- 2100, ext.124.


TEAM Inc. is a private 501(c)3 non-profit corporation whose mission is to strengthen our community by educating, supporting and empowering individuals and families. 
TEAM programs serve the communities of Ansonia, Beacon Falls, Bethany, Derby, Milford, Naugatuck, Orange, Oxford, Shelton, Seymour, Waterbury, and Woodbridge.

This is a press release from TEAM, Inc.



Violinist to perform at Seymour Public Library

SEYMOUR - Join electric violinist Caryn Lin for an entertaining musical event at 10:30 a.m. Aug. 14 at Seymour Public Library. 
Perfect for all ages! This program is free, fun, and formative! 

Registration is requested but not required. To register, or for more information, visit or call the Library at 203-888-3903. 

The Library is at 46 Church St.


This is shared from a Facebook event page.

Community invited to ribbon cutting for Ansonia Riverwalk extension

Riverwalk extension/ Contributed photo   


ANSONIA - The anticipated opening of the Ansonia Riverwalk extension will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday. 
The ceremony will be held at the new Pershing Drive entranceway, just south of the Bridge Street Bridge.
The public is welcome to attend the ribbon cutting and encouraged to walk or bicycle the nearly 700 feet of additional new Riverwalk that now extends from Division Street to Pershing Drive. 
Referred to as the Segment 8 extension, it is the first expansion since the initial half-mile walkway opened in 2012.
An exciting new feature includes a 130-foot steel pedestrian bridge over the Metro-North rail line.
When additional future expansion is completed, the Riverwalk loop will cover approximately two miles continuing north on Pershing Drive, over Bridge Street Bridge, up West Main Street to South Main Street and re-connect at the Naugatuck River east-side levee.
“This continues to be a wonderful recreational asset for our residents,” said Mayor Dave Cassetti. “We expect the daily use of Riverwalk will continue to increase as we expand its length.”
This most recent Phase 2 addition now extends the walkway to nearly 3/4 mile, and also remains pet friendly for dog walking.

This is a press release from Cassetti's office.

Echo Hose collecting books for Vicki Soto Memorial Fund, Shelton schools


SHELTON - Before the new school year begins, Echo Hose Hook & Ladder Company 1 and Auxiliary would like to help The Vicki Soto Memorial Fund, Inc. and the Shelton school district fill their classroom libraries!

The fire company will hold its annual book drive from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Sept. 1 at its headquarters, 379 Coram Ave.

Seeking donations of new or lightly used books for students in Kindergarten and Grades 1-12. 
The effort will benefit the “Miss Soto’s Literacy Legacy Program.”


Information shared from a Facebook event page.