Candlelight vigil slated Saturday in Ansonia to honor city man's memory

 

Shared from the Valley Independent Sentinel.

Seymour Pink, Seymour Congregational Church to host candlelight vigil

 

Ansonia Police Officer recognized at candlelight vigil in Shelton

Officer Jenny Ribeiro

SHELTON - Congratulations to Ansonia Police Officer Jenny Ribeiro for being recognized Tuesday by The Umbrella Center for Domestic Violence Services at their annual candlelight vigil.

Officer Ribeiro was honored for her work investigating domestic violence incidents and assisting the victims of domestic violence.

If you or someone you know is in a relationship where domestic violence is occurring please contact your local authorities.

Help is available 24 hours a day 7 days a week. In the Valley, The Umbrella Center for Domestic Violence Services can be reached by phone at 203-736-9944, 203-789-8104 or 1-888-774-2900 or through the internet at https://bhcare.org/.../22595-The-Umbrella-Center-for... . Statewide domestic violence assistance can be found at www.CTSafeConnect.org or call/text (888)774-2900. Additional information can also be found on the Connecticut Coalition Against Domestic Violence website https://www.ctcadv.org/

This is shared from the Ansonia Police Department Facebook page.

Vigil in Shelton to honor survivors, remember victims of domestic violence

SHELTON - Every October, the nation observes Domestic Violence Awareness Month to bring light to an issue that affects all of our communities. 

Every nine seconds, a woman is abused in the U.S. 

One in four women and one in seven men in the U.S. are victims of domestic violence at some point in their lives.

To raise awareness about domestic violence, BHcare’s The Umbrella Center for Domestic Violence Services and Hope Family Justice Center of New Haven will hold an annual vigil to honor survivors and remember the victims of domestic violence.

A candlelight vigil will be held at 6 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 8 at Veteran’s Memorial Park, 38 Canal Street E.

UCDVS and HFJC aim to bring hope to those affected, offer support to survivors and stand as a community committed to change. Every voice and every light matters in the fight to end domestic violence.
“Domestic Violence Awareness Month is a time for us to come together as a community, to remember those who have lost their lives, to acknowledge the survivors, and to reiterate our unwavering support for those who have faced or are facing domestic violence in their homes and their lives,” said Esperina Stubblefield, Director of Domestic Violence Services, BHcare.

Geralyn O'Neil-Wild, Chief Operating Officer of CT Coalition Against Domestic Violence will be guest speaker followed by the recognition of police officers. 

Officer Joshua Cash of the Derby Police Department and Officer Jenny Ribeiro of the Ansonia Police Department will be recognized for their role in the fight against domestic violence.

For more information about the vigil, or about domestic violence services visit www.BHcare.org. If you need immediate assistance, please call our 24-hour Domestic Violence Hotline 1-888-774-2900.

UCDVS is a program of BHcare that provides services for victims and children of domestic violence free of charge. Each year, nearly 6,000 domestic violence victims, survivors and their children walk through the door of UCDVS looking for shelter, help, and hope.

HFJC, a program of BHcare, is a collaboration of multiple community providers under one roof providing free wraparound services for domestic violence survivors and their families. 

Victims of domestic violence receive support, healing and pathways to empowerment.


This is a press release from BHcare.

Candlelight vigil in Shelton to remember domestic violence victims, honor survivors

SHELTON - Every October, the nation observes Domestic Violence Awareness Month to bring light to an issue that effects all of our communities. 

Every 9 seconds, a woman is abused in the U.S. One in four women and one in seven men in the U.S. are victims of domestic violence at some point in their lives.

To raise awareness about domestic violence, BHcare’s The Umbrella Center for Domestic Violence Services and Hope Family Justice Center of New Haven will hold a vigil to honor survivors and remember the victims of domestic violence. 

Our annual Candlelight Vigil will be held Oct.11 at 6 p.m. at Veterans Park, 38 Canal Street East.

Roberta J. Cook, President / CEO BHcare and Mayor Mark Lauretti will open the ceremony followed by keynote speaker Susan M. Omilian JD. 

Omilian is an attorney, author, trainer, and motivational speaker. She has helped hundreds of women reclaim their lives after violence, abuse, and trauma.

Lt. Robert Weymer of the Milford Police Department and Officer Jorge Nieves of the Ansonia Police Department will be recognized for their role in the fight against domestic violence.

For more information about the vigil, or about domestic violence services visit www.BHcare.org. 

If you need immediate assistance, please call our 24-hour Domestic Violence Hotline 1-888-774-2900.

UCDVS is a program of BHcare that provides services for victims and children of domestic violence free of charge. Each year, nearly 6,000 domestic violence victims, survivors and their children walk through the door of UCDVS looking for shelter, help, and hope. 

HFJC, a program of BHcare, is a collaboration of multiple community providers under one roof providing free wraparound services for domestic violence survivors and their families. Victims of domestic violence receive support, healing and pathways to empowerment. 

This is a press release from BHcare.

Abundant Life Fellowship Ministries in Ansonia to hold vigil to fight domestic violence

 

Candlelight vigil in Shelton to honor survivors, remember victims of domestic violence

 

SHELTON - Every October, the nation observes Domestic Violence Awareness Month to bring light to an issue that affects all of our communities. 

Every 9 seconds, a woman is battered in the U.S. One in four women and one in seven men in the U.S. are victims of domestic violence at some point in their lives.

To raise awareness about domestic violence, BHcare’s The Umbrella Center for Domestic Violence Services and Hope Family Justice Center of New Haven will hold a vigil to honor survivors and remember the victims of domestic violence. 

Our 15^th Annual Candlelight Vigil will be held at 6 p.m Oct. 11 at Veteran’s Park, 38 Canal St. East.

Rebecca Barry, Supervisory Assistant State’s Attorney, will be the keynote speaker. Local police officers will be recognized for their role in the fight against domestic violence. 

For more information about the vigil, or about domestic violence services visit www.BHcare.org. 

If you need immediate assistance, please call our 24-hour Domestic Violence Hotline 1-888-774-2900.

UCDVS is a program of BHcare that provides services for victims and children of domestic violence free of charge. 

Each year, nearly 6,000 domestic violence victims, survivors and their children walk through the door of UCDVS looking for shelter, help, and hope. 

HFJC, a program of BHcare, is a collaboration of multiple community providers under one roof providing free wraparound services for domestic violence survivors and their families. 

Victims of domestic violence receive support, healing, and pathways to empowerment. 

This is a press release from BHcare.

Save the date: Candlelight vigil in Shelton to remember victims, celebrate survivors

SHELTON -  The Umbrella Center for Domestic Violence Services & Hope Family Justice Center will hold a Candlelight Vigil at 6 p.m. Oct. 11 at Veterans Memorial Park, 38 Canal St. 

Remembrance, Healing, Hope. Please join us to raise awareness, remember victims, and celebrate survivors of domestic violence.

This event is free to attend; please RSVP.

This is shared from a Facebook event page.

The Umbrella Center for Domestic Violence Services to host virtual vigil

Note: RSVP link doesn't work- contact BHcare at 

(203) 736-9944.

Vigils to raise awareness, honor the lost slated in New Haven, Shelton

Vigil in Shelton to honor survivors, remember victims of domestic violence

SHELTON - Every October, the nation observes Domestic Violence Awareness Month to bring light to an issue that affects all of our communities. 

Every nine seconds, a woman is battered in the U.S.
One in four women and one in seven men in the U.S. are victims of domestic violence at some point in their lives.

To raise awareness about domestic violence, BHcare’s The Umbrella Center for Domestic Violence Services will hold a vigil to honor survivors and remember the victims of domestic violence. 

The candlelight vigil will be held at 6 p.m. Tuesday at the gazebo on the Huntington Green. 

In the event of rain, the vigil will be held at Huntington Congregational Church Fellowship Hall, 19 Church St.

Charles Forcier, CSSD Regional Manager for Family Services, will be keynote speaker. 

Police to be recognized 
Local police officers will be recognized for their role in the fight against domestic violence. 

The following will be recognized: Trooper Michael Thomas from Bethany State Police Troop, Officer Thomas Gugliotti and Officer Scott McCue from Oxford Resident Trooper’s Office, Lt. Andrew Cota from Ansonia Police Department and Det. Richard Bango from Shelton Police Department.

For more information about the vigil, or about domestic violence services call 203-736-2601, ext. 1381, or visit www.bhcare.org. 
If you need immediate assistance, call our 24-hour domestic violence hotline 1-888-774-2900.

UCDVS is a program of BHcare that provides services for victims and children of domestic violence free of charge. Each year, over 6,000 abused women and their children walk through the door of UCDVS looking for shelter, help and hope. Learn more at bhcare.org.


This is a press release from BHcare.

Candlelight vigil today in Seymour to honor veterans

SEYMOUR - The 33rd annual Veterans Day candlelight vigil will be held at 4 p.m. today at Broad Street Park at the corner of Broad and River streets. 

The public is invited.

The ceremony will honor all those who served and are serving in the Armed Forces.

Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 12084 Commander Al Yagovane is again organizing the vigil. He encouraged the community to attend and show their support to all veterans.

Candlelight vigil in Oxford to highlight opioid awareness

Vigil on Huntington Green to raise awareness about domestic violence

SHELTON - Every October, the nation observes Domestic Violence Awareness Month to bring light to an issue that effects all of our communities. 

Every nine seconds, a woman is battered in the U.S. One in four women and one in seven men in the U.S. are victims of domestic violence at some point in their lives.

To raise awareness about domestic violence, BHcare’s The Umbrella Center for Domestic Violence Services will hold a vigil to honor survivors and remember the victims of domestic violence. 

A candlelight vigil will be held at 6 p.m. Oct. 11 at the Gazebo on the Huntington Green. 
In the event of rain, the vigil will be held at Huntington Congregational Church Fellowship Hall, 19 Church St. 

Deputy Assistant State’s Attorney Laura DeLeo will be the keynote speaker. 
The vigil will include recognition of law enforcement officials and community members.

For more information about the vigil, or about domestic violence services call 203-736-2601, ext. 1381, or visit www.bhcare.org. 
If you need immediate assistance, call the 24-hour domestic violence hotline 1-888-774-2900.

UCDVS is a program of BHcare that provides services for victims and children of domestic violence free of charge. Each year, over 6,000 abused women and their children walk through the door of UCDVS looking for shelter, help and hope. 
Learn more at bhcare.org.


This is a press release from BHcare.

Derby to hold vigil Friday for victims of Orlando massacre

DERBY - The Cultural Commission will host a candlelight vigil at 7 p.m. Friday on the Green to remember the 49 victims of the mass shooting in Orlando, Fla. 

Click here to read the story by New Haven Register correspondent Jean Falbo-Sosnovich.

Seymour to hold candlelight vigil on Veterans Day

SEYMOUR - A candlelight vigil will be held at 7 p.m. Nov. 11, Veterans Day, at Broad Street Park.

Broad Street Park
(Photo from www.seymourct.org)

The public is invited.

Read all about it here in a story by New Haven Register correspondent Jean Falbo-Sosnovich.

Veterans Day vigil slated in Seymour

SEYMOUR - A Veterans Day candlelight vigil will be held at 7 p.m. Tuesday at Broad Street Park at the corner of Broad and River streets.

Featured speaker will be Col. Michael Casey of Seymour, who is retiring in 2015 after a 35-year career serving in the Massachusetts and Connecticut Army National Guard.

Area mayors and first selectmen, including Ansonia Mayor David S. Cassetti and Beacon Falls First Selectman Chris Bielik, are scheduled to attend.

Local attorney and Board of Education member Fred Stanek will emcee the program.

The public is invited to attend to honor all the men and women who served in the U.S. military.

Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 12084 is hosting the event.