Wednesday, July 31, 2019
Logan to host coffee hour at Three Brothers Diner in Hamden
Derby notifies residents of Aug. 1 tax deadline
Sharing a message from Derby City/Town Clerk Marc Garofalo:
"The Tax Collector has published the following notice on June 25, 2019, July 7, 2019, and July 27, 2019:
“Notice is hereby given to the taxpayers of the City of Derby that the Personal Property Taxes, the first half of Real Estate Taxes and the first half of Motor Vehicle on the October 1, 2018 Grand List are due and payable JULY 1, 2019. You have until AUGUST 1, 2019 to pay these taxes without penalty. ALL TAXES become delinquent August 2, 2019 and will be subject to interest from July 1, 2019 at the rate of one and one half percent per month. Failure to receive a bill does not invalidate the tax or any interest accrued. The Derby Tax office is located at 1 ELIZABETH ST and will be open Monday through Wednesday 8:30 am - 5:00 pm, Thursday 8:30 am - 6:00 pm and Friday 8:30 am - 12:30 pm.”
In short, the last day to pay your taxes that are due, without interest, is Thursday August 1, 2019.
City Hall will be open on August 1, 2019 from 8:30 am until 6:00 pm.
If your payment is made after August 1, 2019 at 6:00 pm then interest will be applied from July 1, 2019 to the date of payment.
If you mail your taxes and they are post marked on or before August 1, 2019 then no interest will be applied.
If your payment is post marked after August 1, 2019 then interest will be applied from July 1, 2019 to the date of payment.
Additionally, the night deposit box at City Hall is open and will be locked at 6:00 pm on Thursday August 1, 2019.
If you have deposited your tax payment in the night deposit box on or before Thursday August 1, 2019 at 6:00 pm then no interest will be applied.
Derby taxes may also be paid online. Additional Fees will apply – Online payments can be made by clicking on the following link - https://derby-webtax.gemsnt.
All of the above information is pursuant to Connecticut General Statutes.
For more information visit the Tax Collector Page of the Derby website by clicking here - https://www.derbyct.gov/tax-
Griffin Hospital in Derby to host Mini-Med School class
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DERBY - Griffin Hospital is accepting registrations for its free, 10-week “Mini-Med School” course that begins Sept. 5.
Specifically designed for the layperson with little or no medical background, Mini-Med School provides a unique opportunity to gain a greater understanding of how the human body works, insight into common disorders of the various organ systems, as well as information about disease prevention.
This free course will be conducted over 10 consecutive weekly sessions. Griffin Hospital physicians serve as faculty, covering a wide range of topics, including: Anatomy and Physiology; Primary Care; Cardiology; Endocrinology; Orthopedics; Pulmonology; Gastroenterology; Nephrology; Neurology; Oncology and Hematology; Cardio-Thoracic Surgery; Ophthalmology; Gynecology; Urology; Interventional Radiology; Dermatology; and General Surgery.
Each weekly session will be divided into two hour-long presentations on different medical topics, with a refreshment break between presentations and ample time for questions and answers.
The program meets Thursdays from 6:30–9 p.m. in the hospital’s Meditation and Learning Center, 130 Division St.
The Mini-Med School will culminate with a “graduation” ceremony Nov. 21. The course is comprehensive and the knowledge base is cumulative, so those participants who attend all sessions will gain the most benefit.
There is no fee to enroll in the Mini-Med School, but space is limited; early registration is encouraged.
To register, visit the events calendar at griffinhealth.org or call 203-732-1511.
This is a press release from Griffin Hospital.
Volunteers with MS needed for study at Griffin Hospital in Derby
DERBY - The Yale-Griffin Prevention Research Center, the Multiple Sclerosis Treatment Center at Griffin Hospital, and Yale University are teaming up to see if changing the bacteria in a person’s intestines can be an effective, safe, and tolerable strategy to slow the inflammatory process involved in multiple sclerosis.
MS is an auto-immune disease that affects the central nervous system.
Some studies have found that an imbalance of intestinal bacteria can lead to inflammation in the immune system.
This pilot investigational study at Griffin Hospital will involve providing oral capsules with fecal material from healthy donors in the hope that it will lead to favorable changes in the intestinal bacteria – or microbiome - of people with MS, which in turn might slow the inflammatory process involved in the progression of MS.
The study team, led by neurologist Joseph Guarnaccia, M.D., of the Multiple Sclerosis Treatment Center at Griffin Hospital, will provide 30 oral capsules with this fecal material to patients with MS, and monitor these patients before and afterward to learn what effects the capsules might have.
The study team is recruiting people with MS who are 18 - 40 years old, can walk with or without assistance, and are not on immunotherapy except for interferon beta or glatiramer acetate.
They must be able to visit Griffin Hospital eight times over a four-month period. The visits will include a clinical screening, one visit to swallow 30 capsules on an empty stomach, and five other visits for physical exams, blood and stool samples, and surveys.
Those who complete the study will receive $800, payable in installments. The capsules, procedures, and tests will be provided free of charge.
The State of Connecticut Department of Public Health is providing funding for this study.
To learn more about this study, contact Dr. Guarnaccia at 203-732-1290 or msteatmentcenters@griffinhealth.org.
This is a press release from Griffin Hospital.
Tuesday, July 30, 2019
Recuperation journey: Looking at the sky
Keep looking up!
Residents may apply to TEAM for energy assistance starting Aug. 1.
DERBY - Energy assistance is a program that helps people having difficulty paying the cost of heating their home.
Through an intake and assessment process, Energy Assistance staff determine how TEAM and its services can best help lower energy costs. The goal of this program is to keep households warm and safe during the winter months.
Now is the time to think about applying to TEAM Inc. for assistance with winter heating costs. Families and individuals seeking financial help to offset their winter heating bills may apply beginning Aug. 1.
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 a direct payment to their home utility heating provider or will pay for one or more fuel deliveries, based on eligibility, starting in November.
If an applicant is approved for assistance, TEAM will make a direct payment to their home utility heating provider or will pay for one or more fuel deliveries, based on eligibility, starting in November.
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 email energy@teaminc.org.
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.
TEAM programs serve the communities of Ansonia, Beacon Falls, Bethany, Derby, Milford, Naugatuck, Orange, Oxford, Shelton, Seymour, Waterbury, and Woodbridge.
For more information about TEAM Inc., visit us at www.Teaminc.org.
This is a press release from TEAM.
This is a press release from TEAM.
Monday, July 29, 2019
Celebrate Shelton to present final Downtown Sounds event of summer
SHELTON - Don't miss out on the last week for Downtown Sounds 2019 at Veterans Memorial Park. It is going to be an amazing night, we hope to see you all there!
Music:
An amazing music lineup this Friday with Jen Durkin and the Business (Rock) and The Big Takeover (Reggae)
An amazing music lineup this Friday with Jen Durkin and the Business (Rock) and The Big Takeover (Reggae)
Food Trucks:
Pierogies on wheels, Szabo's Seafood - Food Truck Company, Fryborg,
Meˈstēzō Grill, Tipsy Cones, and Lucky Dog Food Truck.
Beer Garden:
Beer by New Belgium Brewing
Pierogies on wheels, Szabo's Seafood - Food Truck Company, Fryborg,
Meˈstēzō Grill, Tipsy Cones, and Lucky Dog Food Truck.
Beer Garden:
Beer by New Belgium Brewing
For the Kiddos:
Kids Hour kicks off at 5 p.m. this week with Hands on Drumming CT!
*This is a press release from Celebrate Shelton.
Kids Hour kicks off at 5 p.m. this week with Hands on Drumming CT!
*This is a press release from Celebrate Shelton.
Valley Regional Adult Education slates grand opening in Shelton
SHELTON - Valley Regional Adult Education will hold a grand opening at 1 p.m. Aug. 15 at its new location, 54 Grove St.
The event is hosted by the Greater Valley Chamber of Commerce and Valley Adult Regional Education.
*This is shared from a Facebook event page.
Sunday, July 28, 2019
Singer to perform at end of summer party at Huntington Branch Library
SHELTON - Join the Huntington Branch Library staff at the Community Center auditorium for a "2019 End of Summer Party" Aug. 3 from 11 a.m.-noon.
Entertainment for this festive party will be the very humorous and musically talented Les Julian.
The community center is at 41 Church St.
Entertainment for this festive party will be the very humorous and musically talented Les Julian.
The community center is at 41 Church St.
Registration required.
Children AND adults must register separately.
*Shared from the Shelton Library System Facebook page.
Ansonia offers vendors 2-for-1 price for Rock the Valley, Harvest Festival
From City of Ansonia Facebook page:
The PREMIER Aerosmith Tribute Band, Draw the Line, will be headlining this event. They will be preceded by several amazing and crowd rousing groups! They will be followed by a spectacular Fireworks display!!
If you’re interested in being a vendor for either of these to events this double-play offer is a great deal!
Vendor or guest, see you at Nolan Field on Saturday, August 24! It’s going to ROCK!
Saturday, July 27, 2019
Ansonia officials, residents celebrate reopening of Abe Stone Park
Recuperation journey: Keep looking up
The evening sun glow on the weeping willow caught my eye.
Friday, July 26, 2019
Ansonia to celebrate recharged Abe Stone Park/Colony Pond Saturday
But first a look back, courtesy of the City of Ansonia Facebook page:
"With Abe Stone Park & Colony Pond set for a celebration event this Saturday (July 27), here’s a scene from the pond in 1956.
"With Abe Stone Park & Colony Pond set for a celebration event this Saturday (July 27), here’s a scene from the pond in 1956.
"The building shown originally included a concessions stand, dressing room and showers. Note the cement and wood plank benches and lifeguard station on left. A man made beach extends from the building to water."
The Evening Sentinel photo caption read: “Colony Park Pond is a busy spot these warm, summer days as hundreds of youngsters with their parents, flock there daily following playground programs elsewhere in the city. Ansonia Recreation Commission supervises the popular swimming spot in conjunction with its summer program. Supervised swimming is provided daily and weekends.” — at Abe Stone Park.
The Evening Sentinel photo caption read: “Colony Park Pond is a busy spot these warm, summer days as hundreds of youngsters with their parents, flock there daily following playground programs elsewhere in the city. Ansonia Recreation Commission supervises the popular swimming spot in conjunction with its summer program. Supervised swimming is provided daily and weekends.” — at Abe Stone Park.
*Credit This Week in Ansonia History post on the City of Ansonia Facebook page.
Derby Public Library to host presentation on McCarthyism
DERBY - Professor Hamish Lutris returns at 6:30 p.m. Aug. 5 to Derby Public Library to present "Red Spies and Lavender Lads."
Hamish focuses on McCarthyism in the 1950s, and how America reacted to the challenges to its political and social foundation.
Registration required at https://bit.ly/2JkdUuO or at 203-736-1482.
The Library is at 313 Elizabeth St.
This is shared from the Library's Facebook page.
My Sister's Place in Ansonia holding big sale today
75% off High End Summer Clearance!!
My Sister's Place, 380 Main St., Ansonia, is a family thrift store.
All proceeds support BHcare's The Umbrella Center for Domestic Violence Services.
This is shared from My Sister's Place Facebook page.
Kellogg Environmental Center in Derby to present talk about turtles
DERBY - The Kellogg Environmental Center will host Turtle Talk from 11 a.m.-noon Aug. 3.
The program will cover turtle habitat, life history, and more in this family-friendly, informal talk, which will include a live turtle demonstration.
All ages are welcome to learn about turtle conservation and the things you can do to help endangered species.
Don’t hide in your shell, come out and join us for some reptilian fun!
Free admission; registration is recommended.
For more information and to register, call 203-734-2513.
The Kellogg Environmental Center, 500 Hawthorne Ave., is open Tuesday through Saturday from 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m. It is operated by the Department of Energy and Environmental Protection.
This is a press release from the Kellogg Environmental Center.
Recuperation journey: Up on the roof
The neighbor's shed is a popular spot for our feathered friends.
There are a lot of them around and they're certainly active this morning. I took this through the window, and hope to capture some more photos.
Griffin Hospital in Derby accepting applications for health care programs
DERBY - The Griffin Hospital School of Allied Health Careers is accepting applications for its fall Certified Nursing Assistant, Patient Care Technician, Phlebotomy, and Certified Clinical Medical Assistant programs.
The evening session for the accelerated CNA program starts Sept. 3, the day PCT program and the Phlebotomy program begin Sept. 17, and the daytime MA program starts Oct. 1.
The accelerated CNA course offers students an affordable and condensed six-week schedule with classes Monday through Thursday from 5-9 p.m. Course content includes infection control, legal and ethical responsibilities, communications, body mechanics, moving and positioning residents, personal care skills, nutrition, measuring vital signs, and restorative care.
The program’s clinical experience is at a long term stay facility and Griffin Hospital from 5-10 p.m. for a total of 40 hours.
After successfully completing the course and clinical experience, students will be qualified to take the certification exam for a Nursing Assistant in Connecticut. The CNA course tuition fee includes the course book, CPR training, and malpractice insurance coverage for the clinical rotation.
The 17-week PCT program requires students to attend practical training on Mondays and Fridays from 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m., and have the option to take the Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday Phlebotomy classes either during the day from 9 a.m.-noon or during the evening from 6-9 p.m. The PCT program offers ample hands-on training and opportunities for practical experience in the school's fully equipped mock hospital room and during the 160 hours of clinical experience.
The course tuition includes textbook, malpractice insurance, CPR certification, and national certification.
The 14-week Phlebotomy program holds classes on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays with a daytime option of 9 a.m.-noon or an evening option of 6-9 p.m.
The course tuition includes a 32-40-hour internship, national certification, lab coats, CPR certification, malpractice insurance and textbook.
The course tuition includes a 32-40-hour internship, national certification, lab coats, CPR certification, malpractice insurance and textbook.
The MA program will run for 28 weeks with classes five days a week from 9 a.m.-2:30 p.m., including 160 clinical hours at Griffin Faculty Physicians’ primary care offices and specialty offices such as gastroenterology, OB-GYN, surgical and cardiology. The program prepares students to become multi-skilled healthcare professionals that specialize in outpatient settings.
Medical assistants perform both clinical and administrative duties and assist a variety of providers including physicians, nurse practitioners and physician assistants. Graduates of this program may find entry-level positions in medical offices, clinics, urgent care centers and may work in general medicine or specialty practices.
Medical assistants perform both clinical and administrative duties and assist a variety of providers including physicians, nurse practitioners and physician assistants. Graduates of this program may find entry-level positions in medical offices, clinics, urgent care centers and may work in general medicine or specialty practices.
This program also provides the diversity of other job options in the hospital or laboratory setting.
Anyone 18 years of age or older with a high school diploma or GED may apply for admission. Early application is encouraged for all courses, as space is limited. For more information or to apply, call 203-732-1276 or 203-732-7578 or visit griffinhealth.org/allied-health.
About the School of Allied Health Careers
Griffin Hospital's School of Allied Health Careers was one of the first hospital-based schools of its kind to be authorized by the Connecticut Department of Higher Education and offers Phlebotomy and other professional educational programs to provide training, education, and certification in selected health careers.
Classes are taught by certified instructors in the Griffin Hospital Medical Building, 300 Seymour Ave.
This is a press release from Griffin Hospital.
This is a press release from Griffin Hospital.
Thursday, July 25, 2019
Osborne Homestead Museum to exhibit cultural artifacts from Derby
DERBY - Visit the Osborne Homestead Museum throughout August and view cultural artifacts celebrating civic pride in Derby.
In honor of the smallest city in Connecticut, the Osborne Homestead Museum, 500 Hawthorne Ave., will have a special exhibition of cultural artifacts from Derby.
From the hunting and fishing grounds for several Native peoples to a prosperous agricultural economy, a successful foreign maritime trade, and manufacturing, Derby was a flourishing city.
As a community leader Frances Osborne Kellogg promoted civic pride, the arts, and land conservation; she eventually donated her land, the largest area of green space in Derby, to the state of Connecticut.
The Made in Derby exhibition will feature objects from the museum collection, such as the Derby Silver Company’s products, and replicas that were made in Derby and the Greater Naugatuck Valley.
The Osborne Homestead Museum is a facility of the Department of Energy and Environmental Protection. It is open for free guided tours on Thursdays and Fridays from 10 a.m.-3 p.m., Saturdays from 10 a.m.-4 p.m., and Sundays from noon-4 p.m.
For more information call 203-734-2513.
This is a press release from the Osborne Homestead Museum.
'Godzilla Stomps the Strand' event slated Saturday at theater in Seymour
SEYMOUR - "Godzilla Stomps the Strand" will run from 6:45 p.m. to midnight Saturday at the Strand Theater.
Ansonia Corporation Counsel John Marini organized the event. He is a member of the Knights of Columbus Council 53, which owns and operates the theater, 165 Main St.
Rochelle offers update on Ansonia shooting; 2 suspects identified
Sharing from state Rep. Kara Rochelle's Facebook page:
Regarding the Ansonia shooting:
I just got an update [Thursday] from Chief Cota of APD. He expressed gratitude and praise for the quick assistance and teamwork this neighborhood has shown with APD. At this time APD has identified two suspects.
APD will have increased patrol and surveillance in this neighborhood and other neighborhoods needing extra attention.
If you see anything in your neighborhood that feels off, out of place, or potentially dangerous: anonymous tips can be made any time at (203) 735-1885. For emergency matters always call 911.
A thank you to Ansonia PD and the residents. No one should ever have to feel unsafe in their neighborhood. That has no place in our community.
Recuperation journey: Catching some rays at noontime
Weird pose but don't worry! He's fine.
I saw him land on the neighbor's shed, flop down, spread out his feathers and rest for all of 20 seconds - long enough for me to get the camera and take a photo through the patio door.
Then he took off.
Recuperation journey: Morning capture
Just sitting on a dead branch in the mulberry tree, taking a break.
Ansonia Police, Mayor issue statement on recent gun violence in city
July 24, 2019
The Ansonia Police and Mayor David S. Cassetti’s Office would like to assure the residents of the City of Ansonia that we are doing everything we can to investigate and respond to the recent shooting on Howard Avenue and Church Street on July 23, 2019.
In addition, we continue to work diligently on the shootings that occurred in the early morning hours of June 15, 2019 at 232 Main Street and Lester Street.
Any time there is gun violence in a small community, such as Ansonia, it brings fear and the perception that the gun violence is more prevalent than it truly is. In the year 2019, Ansonia police have investigated three shootings. All three shootings have occurred in the month of June and July. However, any number of shootings in a small city is too many and unacceptable.
The first two shooting incidents on June 15th, where two people were injured at two different locations, are believed to be related. The first person, who was shot at 232 Main Street, was specifically targeted. The second person, injured in this shooting, was not involved but struck while inside of his home on Lester Street after an unknown assailant shot at the residence on Lester Street.
The shooting on July 23rd, where one person was injured, involved two assailants with weapons shooting at one another. It is unknown, at this time, why these individuals were specifically targeting one another.
We would like to assure the residents of Ansonia that all officers of the Ansonia Police Department share your concern over the recent spate of violence in the city. We will continue to investigate these incidents. Patrol officers, as well as detectives, are aware of the level of concern a shooting incident in a residential neighborhood brings and we will continue to actively patrol the city and provide a presence in neighborhoods.
Although, the investigation of these shootings is a police matter and we hope to make arrests in both incidents, I cannot underestimate the importance of the public’s help. If you have information related to these incidents or any other incidents please contact the Ansonia Police. We cannot do this alone.
Any information may be helpful and can remain anonymous.
You can call the department directly at 203-735-1885 or you can leave an anonymous tip at Tip411 by going to the City of Ansonia website and clicking on the link to Tip411.
*This is shared from the City of Ansonia Facebook page.
Wednesday, July 24, 2019
RipChord 102d Army Band rocks crowd at Veterans Park in Ansonia
RipChord 102d Army Band performed in front of an appreciative audience Wednesday night at Veterans Park in Ansonia.
Pictured are five of the talented members of the Connecticut-based citizen soldier band.
See more photos and video in an upcoming issue of The Valley Voice newsletter.
A bit o' magic seen Saturday at Veterans Park in Ansonia
Local magician Chris Lengyel wowed the crowd Saturday at Art in the Park at Veterans Park in Ansonia.
In this series of photos he manages to get himself out of a strait jacket in a short period of time.
And voila!
See more photos from Art in the Park featuring artists and musicians in the next issue of our Valley Voice newsletter.
In this series of photos he manages to get himself out of a strait jacket in a short period of time.
And voila!
See more photos from Art in the Park featuring artists and musicians in the next issue of our Valley Voice newsletter.
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