Wednesday, September 30, 2026
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
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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.
Tuesday, September 29, 2026
'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.
Monday, September 28, 2026
Ansonia PD congratulates, welcomes 2 new officers
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!
Ansonia Police arrest juvenile in connection with social media threat
ANSONIA - On Saturday, Sept. 26 at approximately 9 a.m., the Ansonia Police Department received a report from an Ansonia Public Schools official regarding a threatening post made on the social media platform TikTok. The post referenced an Ansonia public school.
Members of the Ansonia Police Department immediately initiated an investigation. Through investigative efforts, officers identified the individual responsible for the post as a 12-year-old juvenile who had previously attended an Ansonia public school.
Investigators determined that the juvenile is no longer enrolled in the Ansonia Public School System and currently attends school in another Connecticut municipality.
As a result of the investigation, officers determined that there was no credible threat to the Ansonia Public School System, its students, or its staff.
The juvenile was subsequently arrested Monday, Sept. 28 without incident, and charged with:
- Threatening in the First Degree
- Breach of Peace
The juvenile was released into the custody of a parent and is scheduled to appear in Juvenile Court in Waterbury at a future date.
The Ansonia Police Department takes all threats involving our schools seriously. The Department will continue to work closely with Ansonia Public Schools and our law enforcement partners to thoroughly investigate reports of threats and take appropriate action to protect the safety of our students, faculty, and staff.
No further information regarding the juvenile will be released at this time due to the individual's status as a juvenile.
All individuals are presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty in a court of law.
This is a press release from Lt. Alex Barreira.
Sunday, September 27, 2026
Quilt drawing to benefit Friends of Derby Public Library
Do you like handmade quilts? Do you like supporting your local library? Get tickets for our Friends of The Derby Public Library SPOOKTACULAR QUILT!
1 ticket for $5 & 3 tickets for $10.
Quilt lovingly made by Dorothy, a Friend of the Library. All proceeds benefit Friends of DPL. Drawing held on Monday, Oct. 26.
Get tickets at our Circulation Desks (Cash Only)
Derby Public Library to host Trick or Treat Spooktacular event Oct. 7
This event is geared for ages 4 to 11 (siblings are welcome). Costumes are encouraged, but not required.
REGISTER HERE: https://derbypubliclibrary.libcal.com/event/17480892
Saturday, September 26, 2026
Children invited to read to a furry friend Tuesday at Derby Neck Library
Stop in at the library on Sept. 29 at 5 p.m. to read to a dog and Be A Reading Kid (B.A.R.K.)!Reading aloud to a furry friend provides an attentive audience and can help boost a child’s confidence in their reading skills.
The Library is at 307 Hawthorne Ave., Derby.
Seymour Oxford Food Bank seeks holiday meal sponsors
The holiday season will be here before we know it, and there are so many families in our community who will need a little extra help.
Whether you donate food, make a monetary donation, or organize a collection with your family, friends, business, or organization — every donation makes a difference.
Let’s come together and help make sure our neighbors have food on their tables this holiday season.
Donation link below!https://www.seymouroxfordfoodbank.org/?give=PYEVM6DX
Ansonia PD seeks owner of recovered bicycle
FOUND BICYCLE — HELP US FIND THE OWNER!
The Ansonia Police Department has recovered a bicycle that we believe may belong to a local resident. We are looking to reunite it with its rightful owner.
If you believe this bicycle belongs to you, proof of ownership will be required before it can be released.
Please contact Sergeant Castillo at the Ansonia Police Department at 203-922-3158.
Please share this post to help us get this bicycle back where it belongs!
Storm forecast cancels Sunday's Master's Table dinner in Shelton
Due to the anticipated storm this weekend, Master’s Table Community Meals has made the difficult decision to cancel our meal scheduled for Sunday, September 27.
We are sorry for any inconvenience this may cause, but the safety of our volunteers and guests is our top priority.
Please stay safe, and we look forward to seeing everyone at our next meal on Sunday, October 11th, from 3:30–4:30 PM in Shelton at Huntington Congregational Church United Church of Christ
Thank you for your understanding and continued support of Master’s Table Community Meals.
Griffin Health Valley Goes Pink to host Art Bras for the Valley fundraiser
Join us for a Night of FASHION, FUN, and FUNDRAISING!The Valley Goes Pink will host Art Bras for the Valley starting at 6 p.m. Oct. 8 at Little Barn, 901 Bridgeport Ave., Shelton.
This fabulous fashion show features unique art bras created by breast cancer survivors and their family and friends, and local businesses. The event is $60 a ticket and includes hors d'oeuvres (cash bar available), silent auction and raffles.
Visit www.griffinhealth.org/pink for tickets and more information.
Friday, September 25, 2026
Derby Police Department welcomes Recruit Officer Joseph August
Please join us in welcoming Recruit Police Officer Joseph August to the Derby Police Department!
On Wednesday Recruit Officer August proudly took the oath of office, sworn in by Police Commissioner Thomas DeGennaro.
He pledged to uphold the Constitution and faithfully enforce the laws of the State of Connecticut and the laws and ordinances of the City of Derby.
Recruit Officer August will begin his journey at the Meriden Police Academy on Oct. 2.
Congratulations and welcome to the Derby Police Department! We wish you the very best as you begin this exciting new chapter
UPDATE: David has been located and is safe/ Ansonia Police seek public's help in locating missing man
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The Ansonia Police Department is requesting the public’s assistance in locating a missing person who left his parents' home in Norwalk on the 24th around 4:30 p.m.
Sylvester David is a 33-year-old male, approximately 5’6” tall, weighing 200 pounds, with black eyes and black hair.
He was last seen wearing a gray shirt, black shorts, and black sneakers, and has a tattoo of a cross on his arm.
Last known to be operating the pictured vehicle below.
Anyone with information regarding his whereabouts is asked to contact the Ansonia Police Department at 203-735-1885.
Anonymous tips may also be submitted through Tip411 using the link below:
Thursday, September 24, 2026
Seymour Oxford Food Bank posts October wish list
Thanksgiving is right around the corner, and we have a lot of people to feed this holiday season! Here is our October Wishlist as we gear up for Thanksgiving and prepare to make sure our neighbors have what they need for their holiday tables.
If you’re an organization, business, family, or group looking to go BIG and make a meaningful impact for our community this year, we would love to hear from you!
If you’re an organization, business, family, or group looking to go BIG and make a meaningful impact for our community this year, we would love to hear from you!
Please reach out to Charlotte at sofbinc.1@gmail.com to see how you can help.Every donation, big or small, makes a difference. Together, we can help make Thanksgiving a little brighter for our neighbors.
Thank you for always showing up for the Seymour Oxford Food Bank!
You can drop off or send through our Amazon Account!
https://www.amazon.com/.../12UW0SGA.../ref%3Dhz_ls_biz_ex...
Derby Historical Society in Ansonia postpones Lantern Tour to Oct. 3
Due to inclement weather, this Saturday's Lantern Tour has been postponed until next Saturday, Oct. 3.
Hazardous waste collection in Ansonia postponed to Nov. 14
Due to the forecasted weather conditions of heavy winds and rain associated with the nor’easter expected this Friday into Saturday, the Fall Household Hazardous Waste Collection scheduled for Saturday, Sept. 26 has been canceled.We want to ensure that residents and staff remain safe. We appreciate your understanding. The next Household Hazardous Waste event will be held at Ansonia Transfer Station, 1 North Division St. on Saturday, Nov. 14.
Please contact 203-757-0535 or hhw@nvcogct.gov with any questions.
Ansonia Harvest Festival postponed to Oct. 3
Due to the expected inclement weather this Saturday, and most importantly, for the safety of everyone attending, we are postponing Ansonia’s Annual Harvest Festival.
NEW DATE: Saturday, Oct. 3, 2026
Downtown Main Street, Ansonia
11 a.m.-5 p.m.
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