Ansonia Police: Vanessa Morales' father a suspect in her disappearance

ANSONIA - As the investigation into the homicide of Christine Holloway and disappearance of Vanessa Morales enters its third week, the Ansonia Police Department is again requesting the public’s assistance in the investigation. 

The suspect in both the homicide of Christine and disappearance of Vanessa is Jose Morales, age 43, of New Haven. 

Jose Morales is the father of Vanessa Morales and the boyfriend of Christine Holloway. Jose is currently incarcerated and has been since Dec. 3, 2019. 

Finding Vanessa and bringing her home safely is our main priority. We are not looking to arrest or start criminal proceedings against whoever has Vanessa; we just want her returned to her family. It is imperative that we find Vanessa, a one-year old child who is wholly dependent on others for her care and well-being and we know locating Vanessa would bring a sense of relief to her family.

Anyone who had contact or saw Jose Morales on Saturday, Nov. 30, Sunday, Dec. 1, or Monday, Dec. 2, is asked to contact the FBI tip line at 203-503-5555 or the Ansonia Police Department at 203-735-1885 or through Tip411.

Jose Morales is currently incarcerated for an arrest on 12/3/19 in New Haven on a weapons charge; the arrest is not related to our investigation.

This is a press release from Ansonia Police Lt. Patrick Lynch.

'Turnback Tuesday' features photo of Blizzard of 1888 in Derby

Turnback Tuesday strolls down Main Street during the Blizzard of 1888 a.k.a. The “Great White Hurricane.”

This photo is looking east along Main Street. On the right side is the business Andrew J. Coss Plumbing, located at 188 Main St. 

Andrew Coss worked for D.H. Kelly as a plumber before branching out on his own in 1888, moving his business to 178 Main St. in 1890. Coss was a plumber, steam and gas fitter by trade.

Thanks go to Derby Public Library staff for sharing interesting local history each week. 

Ansonia High School announces first quarter honor roll

*Shared from the Ansonia Public Schools' Facebook page.

Congratulations to all on their academic achievements!

Adam's House to benefit from charity tap at BAD SONS Beer Co. in Derby

Volunteers sought at Adam's House in Shelton

Sharing from Adam's House Facebook page:

"Start off the new year by getting involved with an amazing and impactful organization! Adam's House offers free grief support to children and their families who have experienced the death of a loved one.
"We are always looking for dedicated and dependable volunteers to help grow our center and spread the word of the wonderful work we do!
"Please join us at our first 2020 volunteer meeting at 5:30 p.m. Jan. 6. Bring a friend - we can't wait to see you there! Sign up now! https://volunteersignup.org/BBWB8


Adam's House is at 241 Coram Ave., Shelton. 

Cornerstone Church to present Live Nativity at Quarry Walk in Oxford

Live Nativity scene in Oxford. / File photo