Thursday, November 10, 2022
Derby Police seek information about fatal motorcycle accident
DERBY - The victim of a fatal motorcycle accident Wednesday is identified as a 16 year-old Oxford resident, police said today on the department's Facebook page.
Witness accounts, video surveillance, and physical evidence revealed the juvenile was operating the motorcycle in a reckless manner and was ejected after losing control.
He sustained significant injuries and was transported to Griffin Hospital where he was immediately pronounced deceased.
Anyone with any additional information is asked to call the Derby Police Department at (203) 735-7811.
Derby Public Library to close Friday to observe Veterans Day
DERBY - Derby Public Library will be closed Friday, Nov. 11 in observance of the Veterans Day holiday.
Outside book drops will be open to return items. The Library is at 313 Elizabeth St.
Enjoy the great selection of eBooks, audiobooks, movies, and TV shows using our online resources found on our website (www.derbypubliclibrary.org), Libby, OverDrive and Hoopla.
Using Hoopla you may borrow and enjoy audiobooks, eBooks, comics, movies, TV, magazines, or music anywhere you have a screen – your computer, your phone, your car, even your smart TV!
This is shared from the Library's Facebook page.
Seymour Public Library to show romantic drama
SEYMOUR - Join us in the lower level auditorium of Seymour Public Library Nov. 18 for a movie!
The movie starts at 10:30 a.m. Light refreshments will be served.
The Library is at 46 Church St.
We'll be showing a 2022 fantasy romantic drama film starring Idris Elba and Tilda Swinton. It is rated R and its duration is 1 hour, 48 minutes.
Summary: A lonely scholar, on a trip to Istanbul, discovers a Djinn who offers her three wishes in exchange for his freedom.
Due to copyright issues, we are not allowed to publish the title on social media.
For more information, please check https://seymourpubliclibrary.org/events/month/2022-11/ or call 203-888-3903.
This is shared from the Seymour Public Library Facebook page.
Shelton Libraries to close Friday in honor of Veterans Day
SHELTON - The Plumb Memorial and Huntington Branch Libraries will be closed Friday, Nov. 11 in honor of Veterans Day.
If you served our country, we are thankful for your service!
The Plumb Memorial Library hours for the rest of this week:
Thursday: 10:00am - 4:00pm
Saturday: 10:00am - 3:00pm
Huntington Branch hours for the rest of this week:
Thursday: 2:00pm - 7:00pm
Friday: Closed
Saturday: 10:00am - 3:00pm.
This is shared from the Shelton Library System Facebook page.
American Legion Post 24 to host Veterans Day observance on Derby Green
DERBY - Veterans Day will be observed at 10:30 a.m. Friday on the Derby Green.
It will be hosted by the John H. Collins American Legion Post 24 of Derby. Guest speaker will be former Derby Police Chief Eugene Mascolo, Brigadier General, CT National Guard, Ret.
Derby Fire Chief Dave Lenart will also be dedicating a War on Terrorism Memorial as an addition to the 9/11 Memorial located on the Derby Green.
Refreshments will be served after the ceremony at the Catholic War Veterans Post 1562, 112 Derby Ave. All veterans and the public are invited and encouraged to attend.
This is shared from the Valley Independent Sentinel.
Hope Lives raises $6K for The Hewitt Center for Breast Wellness at Griffin Hospital
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DERBY - The 19th Hope Lives event raised $6,000 for breast cancer screening services at The Hewitt Center for Breast Wellness at Griffin Hospital in Derby, and recognized a Griffin caregiver for her efforts in breast cancer treatment.
Hope Lives is a non-profit organization associated with Horizon of Hope, a national campaign by Longaberger Baskets to raise funds for the American Cancer Society’s breast cancer research and local breast cancer services.
Longaberger Independent Consultant Maria Ammar of Massachusetts has organized the luncheon fundraiser as part of the campaign, raising over $100,000 for the Center.
The donation will be used to help local women pay for breast cancer screening services.
The fundraiser also recognized Hewitt Center for Breast Wellness Manager Tori Kochiss with the Hope Award. The award is given to an individual who embodies Hope Lives' mission to support individuals and families by promoting breast cancer awareness and raising funds to support facilities that focus on breast health, education, prevention, and treatment.
Kochiss is regarded as an ambitious, well-rounded leader by her fellow Griffin Health caregivers. While a new manager at the Center, she became credentialed in Breast Navigation and earned her MBA in Health Care Management. She introduced Bella Blankets, a comforting cover for mammography units, helped improve access to genetic testing and has overseen the implementation of new advanced technology at the Center.
“Tori is an incredible asset to The Hewitt Center for Breast Wellness,” the nomination for Kochiss stated. “The most impressive qualities about Tori are her passion and commitment to women’s imaging. Her tireless dedication to her patients and her team is extraordinary.”
About The Hewitt Center for Breast Wellness at Griffin Hospital
The Hewitt Center for Breast Wellness at Griffin Hospital opened in 2011 and primarily serves the Lower Naugatuck Valley and surrounding communities. It combines state-of-the-art technology, a team of highly trained physicians and staff, and a Planetree healing environment to offer patients a comprehensive range of personalized breast care and wellness services.
The Hewitt Center for Breast Wellness features two new, state-of-the-art digital mammography suites with 3D mammography (tomosynthesis) capability, a breast ultrasound suite, and the most advanced system available to perform stereotactic biopsy. The Center also utilizes a rapid diagnostic model where patients are often given test results the same day imaging tests are performed, and if indicated, follow up testing (ultrasound, breast biopsy) and even consultation with a breast surgeon are often available the same day if the patient’s schedule permits.
For more information, call 203-732-1300 or visit griffinhealth.org/cbw.
Derby Senior Center to host Thanksgiving dinner
This is shared from the Derby Senior Center Facebook page.
Ansonia First United Methodist Church to hold Basket Bonanza Saturday
ANSONIA - The holidays will be here before we know it!
The First United Methodist Church is holding a Basket Bonanza from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. this Saturday Nov. 12 to help you find that perfect gift.
Admission is free. The church is at 47 Franklin St.
More than 70 baskets are filled with a variety of themed items. Tickets can be purchased at the door.
For information call the church at 203-734-0374 and leave a message.
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