Seymour Lions Club slates 57th annual benefit car show

SEYMOUR - The Seymour Lions Club will hold its 57th Annual Benefit Car Show Sunday, Oct. 11 from 8 a.m.-3 p.m. 

The judged show will feature Antique, Custom, Stock, Hot Rod, Muscle, Street Rod, Classic, Truck, and Motorcycle vehicles.

The show will be held at M.P.I. Corp., Silvermine Industrial Park, 36 Cogwheel Lane.

“The show will be fun for the whole family. We take pride in the part we play in bringing car enthusiasts together to celebrate a time when the automobile was more than just an transportation,” said Melissa Smith, Past President of the Seymour Lions Club.

Breakfast and lunch will be available from the Lions Kitchen. There will also be music and entertainment throughout the day. Trophies will be awarded at 2 p.m.

For registration information, visit the Seymour Lions Club Facebook page at @SeymourCTLions or visit https://bit.ly/3BwAkBv.

About the Seymour Lions Club

The Seymour Lions Club has more than 50 members and meets on the second Wednesday of each month at 7 p.m. at the Seymour Land Trust.

Lions Clubs are made up of men and women who identify needs within their communities and work together to address those needs. The Seymour Lions Club is committed to serving the local community through volunteerism, fundraising, and community programs.

Master's Table to host Halloween bingo at Tipsy Tomato in Derby

 

Griffin, Agency on Aging slate disaster preparedness talks

 

St. Vincent de Paul Thrift Shop in Derby posts this week's sales

We are refreshing and restocking constantly with these incredible sales! Always new treasures to see!

We have some construction in the rear of the building. Thrift donations must now be brought to the front of the building. Please do not leave donated items outside when we are closed. The blue donation bin is available 24/7 for soft bagged items.

Food donations very much needed!

Pancake mix/syrup, instant oatmeal, boxed cereal, Chef Boyardee, canned stew, canned peas, canned kidney/black beans, mayonnaise... Thank you!

Bosomii to host breast cancer awareness scavenger hunt at Quarry Walk

 Get ready to run amok, amok, amok at the Hocus Pocus Breast Cancer Scavenger Hunt! 

Join BOSOMii on October 17 from 2–5 p.m. at Quarry Walk in Oxford for a wickedly fun adventure filled with riddles, clues, local businesses, treats, prizes, and a little breast health education along the way.

How it works:

 Pick up your entry card at the BOSOMii booth on the Green ($5 per participant)

 Follow the clues, solve the riddles, and collect stamps as you make your way through participating Quarry Walk businesses.

 Each stop will have a small candy, trinket, or prize waiting for you along the way!

 Fill out your entry card with your name, phone number, and email so we know who to summon if you win a grand prize.

 Return your completed card to the BOSOMii booth by 5 p.m. to be entered into the prize drawing.

And keep your eyes peeled…

Tiny “Breast Cancer is BOO-Sheet” ghosts will be hiding throughout Quarry Walk!  Find as many as you can along the way — whoever collects the most will win a special prize.

Come for the Hocus Pocus. Stay for the fun. Leave with a bag of goodies and a little more breast health knowledge than you came with.

Ansonia Police seek information about early-morning fire at Gatison Park

ANSONIA -We are asking anyone who may have witnessed suspicious activity, has video footage, or has any information regarding this incident to please contact the Ansonia Police Department at (203) 735-1885.

Anonymous tips can also be submitted through Tip411 using the following link:

https://www.tip411.com/tips/new?alert_group_id=21553

Any information, no matter how minor it may seem, could assist investigators. 
Please share to help us reach anyone who may have information.

Lawmakers to host senior fair Oct. 7 at Warsaw Park in Ansonia

 

Classic Car Club to meet Sunday at Ansonia Nature and Recreation Center

Beautiful setting - vintage gatherings - nestled in nature. 

The Four Seasons Classic Car Club is hosting this inaugural season of early Sunday morning cruises at the Ansonia Nature Center. Weekly raffles, oldies music, and coffee  All antiques and exotics welcome. Feel free to comment or call with questions. Volunteers welcome.

Cruise - Coffee - Conservation

Ansonia Police post road closures, traffic detours for Harvest Festival

Ansonia Harvest Fest is tomorrow, Saturday, Oct. 3!

If you’re heading downtown for the festivities, please plan ahead for the following road closure and parking information:

Road Closure: Main Street will be closed from Maple Street to Tremont Street from 7 a.m.-6 p.m..

Traffic Detour: Traffic will be rerouted onto East Main Street.

Parking: Public parking will be available in the East Main Street and West Main Street parking lots.

And while you’re enjoying the festival, be sure to stop by the Ansonia Police Department tent to meet and chat with some of our officers! We’d love to say hello and spend some time with the community.

Please allow yourself a little extra time getting into the area, follow posted detours, and watch for pedestrians throughout the day.

We hope everyone has a safe and enjoyable Harvest Fest!

Shelton Historical Society to host Harvest Fun Fest Oct. 18

 

Salvation Army in Ansonia seeks volunteers to ring at Red Kettles

84 days until Christmas!

The countdown continues, and we’re still looking for volunteers to help ring at our Red Kettles this holiday season.

Just a little of your time can help bring hope, joy and support to neighbors in need across our communities.

Give your time. Share the joy. Ring for a reason.

Sign up to volunteer today: https://salarmy.us/100DaysofChristmas2026  

Ansonia Library to present 'The Suffrage Revolution' tea party Saturday

 Register here: https://forms.gle/sjRv4eyb97ie2tHe9

Derby Elks to kick off walking club Oct. 8

 

Valley YMCA in Ansonia to host Trunk or Treat Oct.17

 

Shelton Day to feature food, family fun, live music Sunday

 

Registration open for Mystery Book Club at Huntington Branch Library

SHELTON - Registration for November's Mystery Book Club at the Huntington Branch Library is now open!

Adult patrons are welcome to join us for a book club that focuses on the mystery genre; this book club will meet on the second Monday of ODD months from 5-6 p.m.

For each meeting, members read a book that falls within the theme for the month. At the meeting each member will have a turn to discuss their book and give the book a star rating out of five. A list of suggested titles will be provided for each theme upon registration, but patrons are encouraged to stop in and ask a librarian for help finding a title!

Register here: https://engagedpatrons.org/EventsRegister.cfm?SiteID=2661...

State representative posts new state laws effective Oct. 1

 

I wanted to let you know that several new state laws will go into effect on October 1 that may be important to you, your family or your business. Our priority remains protecting public safety, supporting our veterans, and keeping state government accountable to taxpayers.  Key legislative updates include: Enhanced Road Safety & Fines: Starting October 1, drivers face tougher penalties for certain violations. Distracted driving is now expanded to drivers who watch videos on their phones, and drivers who violate storm travel bans face an increase of fines to $250. Public Act 26-95 increases the penalty for a driver who is observed illegally passing a stopped school bus three or more times; they will now have their driver’s license suspended for six months. Under a different bill (P.A. 26-120), distracted driving in a highway work zone will now be considered reckless driving, increased from being classified as a misdemeanor. E-Bike Guidelines (P.A. 26-24): Establishes an exact 750-watt motor limit for e-bikes, restricts Class 2 bikes on natural-surface paths without local authorization, and excludes dirt bikes and ATVs from e-bike classifications. Taking Care of Veterans (P.A. 26-35): Under the Hero Act, driver's license fees will be waived for any Department of Veterans Affairs verified veteran. The bill also creates a Veterans Dental Care Program to help eligible veterans get certain dental services. The bill sets an annual program cap of $3,000 per eligible veteran for covered services.  Consumer Privacy Safeguards (P.A. 26-64): Among other changes, this law prohibits a streaming video service from transmitting to a consumer commercial advertising audio that is louder than the video it accompanies, consistent with FCC regulations. An expanded list of those that will take effect on October 1, along with summaries, can be accessed here.

Sincerely,

Ansonia to hold annual Harvest Festival Saturday

 

Chris Coogan and Friends to bring jazz to the Derby Green Friday

The City of Derby is hosting free concerts on the Derby Green on Friday nights at 7 p.m. There is no rain date for this concert.

Valley United Way to kick off campaign at Highland Golf Club in Shelton

 

Seymour PD posts traffic alert for 15th annual Seymour Pink 5K Saturday

 

Derby Public Library posts this week's schedule

 

'Turnback Tuesday' features vintage Storm Engine Co. #2 fire truck

Turnback Tuesday is sharing this image of Storm Engine Co #2 fire truck used in the parade during the Derby 300th Celebration in 1975.

As far as we can tell this vehicle is a 1930 American LaFrance Motorized Pumper Truck. Storm Engine Co #2, a volunteer fire department, was established in 1851 and is currently located at 151 Olivia St., Derby. The library could use your help in identifying the people who are riding this truck.

This image is a recent donation from the Wasilewski family.

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

Music bingo on tap Oct. 13 at Ansonia Senior Center

 

Derby PD to host annual Touch-A-Truck Halloween event

 

Plumb Memorial Library in Shelton slates 3 Friday Films in October

 

Ansonia PD congratulates, welcomes 2 new officers

The Ansonia Police Department proudly congratulates Officer Robles and Officer Mendez on successfully completing the police academy!

They have put in countless hours of hard work, training, studying, and dedication to prepare themselves for a career in law enforcement.

Their journey has required discipline, perseverance, and a strong commitment to serving others.

We are proud to welcome them to the Ansonia Police Department and look forward to watching them begin this next chapter in their careers.

Congratulations, Officers Robles and Mendez! Welcome to APD!

Volunteers sought for seasonal garden cleanup at Ansonia Nature Center