Monday, November 20, 2023

Recuperation journey: Looking at the sky


 The moon tonight is in first quarter phase, and is 50 percent illuminated.

Santa to arrive by train Dec. 3 in downtown Seymour

Book gift sets for sale at Plumb Memorial Library in Shelton


SHELTON - Gift sets are selling FAST. Stop by today to pick up some books at amazing prices! Located in the Book Nook at Plumb Memorial Library, 65 Wooster St.


This is shared from the Friends of the Shelton Libraries Facebook page.



Derby Public Library slates 2 Teen Advisory Board meetings

DERBY - Derby Public Library will host Teen Advisory Board meetings from 3:30-4:30 p.m. Nov. 29 and Dec. 13.      

This is a relaxed forum for young adults to voice ideas for teen programs, materials, and resources at the Library and explore ways to help the community. 

Light snacks are provided. No registration needed.

The Library is at 313 Elizabeth St.


Shared from the Library's Facebook page.

Shelton Police arrest 2 juveniles Sunday in stolen vehicle


SHELTON - Police said this morning that at approximately 2:15 a.m. Sunday they were advised a vehicle was just stolen from a driveway in Shelton.
Officers on patrol were able to locate the stolen vehicle and another vehicle that appeared to be connected with the stolen vehicle. Officers attempted to stop the vehicles, but the vehicles fled and police disengaged.
Officers were then advised that the vehicle following the stolen car crashed and that the operator was fleeing on foot. Police headed towards the crash and located the stolen vehicle as well.
The stolen vehicle attempted to flee and struck a police vehicle. Three people then fled the stolen vehicle on foot. Two of the three individuals were apprehended by police following a foot chase.
Both individuals arrested were 14-year old juveniles from Hamden. They were charged with larceny of a motor vehicle, engaging in pursuit, reckless driving, interfering, and operating a MV without a license. Both were released to a parent.
One arrestee was wearing an ankle bracelet and his probation officer was notified as well.

It was reported to police that the stolen vehicle was unlocked and the keys were left in the vehicle.
Police again are reminding residents to lock their vehicles and take the keys inside.

***The charges in the press release are merely accusations, and the defendant is presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty.***