Walk in Ansonia to support awareness of breast cancer, domestic violence

 

Annual Ansonia Harvest Festival slated Oct. 4 on Main Street

 

From the photo archives: Looking at the sky

 Sunset memory in Ansonia from this date last year. 

Ansonia to hold 10th annual Irish flag raising ceremony Saturday

 

Ansonia to close East Main Street parking lot Oct. 3 to install solar car ports

 

Ansonia Police issue traffic advisory for downtown construction delays

Traffic Advisory: Construction Alert

Attention, drivers! Please be aware of construction at the intersection of Main Street, N. Main Street, State Street, and East Main Street in Ansonia. Expect delays and lane closures in the area.

This construction is expected to continue into next week. We strongly recommend using alternate routes to avoid congestion.

Thank you for your patience as we work to improve this intersection! Please plan accordingly and drive safely.

Shared from the APD Facebook page. 

Male shot after dispute in Ansonia shopping center parking lot

ANSONIA - Ansonia Police received multiple 911 calls at about 6:30 p.m. today (Thursday) reporting shots fired in the parking lot of Rite Aid and Marshall's at 407 Main St. 

The first officers on scene found a male suffering from a gunshot to the lower body, Lt. Patrick Lynch said in a written release. 

Medical personnel responded to the scene and the male was transported to a local hospital for treatment; the wound is not life threatening. 

The preliminary investigation showed there was a dispute between two males in the parking lot during which a handgun was displayed and one of the males was shot, Lynch said. 

The other male remained on scene and is cooperating with the investigation. 

The handgun was recovered, all the involved parties have been identified, and police said there is no danger to the public. 

The investigation is ongoing and there are no arrests at this time.

 

Anyone with information regarding this case is asked to contact the police department at 203-735-1885 or anonymous tips can be left at Tip411 at the link below.

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

This is a press release from Lt. Patrick Lynch.

UPDATE: Gazy Brothers Farmers Market moves to Veterans Park in Ansonia

UPDATE: Sorry for the confusion - the Farmer's Market change of location effective Friday, June 23 to Veterans Park is next to City Hall. Good visibility, shaded area, plenty of parking!

Be sure to come and welcome Gazy Brothers Farm and Amski's Delights to the new location.

Unfortunately, Beldotti Bakery will not be joining us this year.

Shared from the City of Ansonia Facebook page.

Ansonia Farmers' Market to open for season Friday

ANSONIA -Tomorrow is the day!!

Gazy Brothers Farmer's Market returns to Main Street at Daniel Hayes Drive, from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Friday.

It will feature Beldotti Bakery and their delicious breads, fresh mozzarella, and pesto, and Amski's Delights jams, jellies, and other goodies. (Amy will join next week)

Ansonia Police to participate in CT Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics

The Ansonia Police Department is participating in the Connecticut Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics today.

Please join us along the route to cheer us on. The route schedule is below.

The route will be traveling in the downtown area so please be advised that between 2:30 PM and 3:30 PM today there will be some traffic delays. Thank you.

3:07 PM Main St at Kingston Dr
3:39 AM Main St at Maple St
3:10 PM Turn right onto E Main St
3:42 AME Main St at Kingston Dr
3:16 PM Turn right onto Father Salemi Dr
3:49 AM Father Salemi Dr at Bishop William Ct
3:19 PM Turn left onto Main St 3:54 AM Turn left onto Division St/Elm St Continue to follow Elm St
3:27 PM Elm St at Ansonia PD (10 Minute Break)

Snowfall seen Sunday evening in Ansonia

I had to pull over and take a photo as the snow fell on Veterans Park in Ansonia Sunday evening.
 

Farmer's market in downtown Ansonia continues through Nov. 20

 

From City of Ansonia Facebook page:

ANSONIA - Stop on down to the Farmers Market for fall fruits and vegetables today from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. The market is located directly across from the train station.

Get your favorite locally grown Gazy Brothers Farm produce, jellies, jams, and pies from Ansonia-based Amski’s Delights, and fresh breads, mozzarella, and pesto from Beldotti Bakery of Stamford.

The farmer's market also offers apples, pears, spinach, arugula, carrots, radishes, and more.

The market will continue through Nov. 20.

Rochelle secures $500K to demolish building in downtown Ansonia

State Rep. Kara Rochelle

ANSONIA - State Representative Kara Rochelle (D-Ansonia/Derby) has secured $500,000 for a building demolition project in downtown Ansonia.

The funding has been included on the State Bond Commission's July 21 meeting agenda and will help fund the demolition of a partially collapsed industrial building at 35 North Main St. in Ansonia. The Commission must authorize the funding during its meeting.

"This project is critical for Ansonia and the Lower Naugatuck Valley's long-term economic growth and despite the challenging financial circumstances our state faces, I am incredibly appreciative and thankful Governor Ned Lamont sees the value in investing in economic development opportunities in our region, which I have advocated passionately for on behalf of the hardworking people of Ansonia and Derby," Rochelle said.

This funding comes despite the COVID-19 global pandemic, which has affected nearly every aspect of state and national economies, leaving many states, including Connecticut, facing significant budget hardships and having to make difficult decisions on how to invest limited resources.

“Investing in our local communities is critical to our state’s economic future. This project in Ansonia will become a wonderful part of the fabric of the community and residents should be proud that the state is providing this support for local development," Lamont said.

For well over a year, Rochelle has advocated diligently to obtain this vital funding to clean up the property that is situated at the corner of Main Street and North Main Street in an area Rochelle has eyed for redevelopment. Ansonia is the most economically-distressed municipality in the state, and remediation of the blighted parcel will lay the groundwork for future development and growth in the city as well as the lower Naugatuck Valley region.

"This property, once made available for future development, will bring good-paying jobs to Valley residents, expand the city's grand list, and give the City the opportunity to potentially lower taxes, or invest in additional services and amenities for residents," said Rochelle. "I want to thank City Hall, specifically Ansonia Economic Development Director Sheila O'Malley, for providing me the documentation that I requested for the application. This was the only request the city's Economic Development Office specifically submitted to my office. I am pleased to come through on this project and I am glad to be able to deliver."

Development of this parcel of land is critical in creating momentum for further downtown development that will help ease financial challenges the region faces. 

Securing this bonding is a critical step in setting Ansonia's economic outlook on the path towards growth and prosperity.

This is a press release from Rochelle's office.

Ansonia Rotary Club beautifies downtown corner, supports food bank

ANSONIA - The Ansonia Rotary Club recently replanted flowers and groomed the bushes and shrubs at Haddad Park in downtown Ansonia at the corner of Bridge and Main Streets. 

The Club adopted the spot last year, and has been responsible for keeping it looking well ever since.

Club President Lori Veillette and Vice President Joe Pinto are leaders of the Ansonia Club, which recently donated $2,500 of groceries to the Samela Food Pantry at Christ Episcopal Church. 
Funds for the purchase were a grant from the Rotary District Foundation, and the delivery was arranged by Presidents David Morgan of TEAM, Inc. and Patrick Charmel of Griffin Hospital.

The Club also awarded its annual financial scholarship to two Ansonia High School graduating seniors: Tyler Cafaro and Maliqa Mosley-Williams. Each will receive a grant of $500.

The club meets at Crave Restaurant on Tuesdays at 12:15 p.m. 

Call Joe Pinto for more information, 203-623-1105.

Note: This information is shared from the Valley Independent Sentinel.

Farmer's Market to open Friday in downtown Ansonia

"Tomorrow is the day! The downtown Farmer's Market opens at 10 a.m through 1 p.m. Come on down for some fresh fruits, vegetables, and flowers from Gazy Brothers Farm, along with great homemade mozzarella, fresh breads, and pesto from Beldotti Bakery. 
"Please remember to wear your masks."

*Information shared from the City of Ansonia Facebook page.

Recuperation journey: Flag day greetings

From the archives ... I almost forgot to post on this beautiful Flag Day.
  

Check out variety of unique art at Main Street Gallery in Ansonia

Recuperation journey: Inspiring scene

As I was leaving today's Art in the Park event in Veterans Park in Ansonia I noticed the dignified bust of the Rev. Martin Luther King, Jr. in front of City Hall appeared to be looking toward the American flag.

Recuperation journey: Main Street moon

When I was visiting the Main Street Gallery in downtown Ansonia Friday evening I looked up and saw - you guessed it - the moon. It is in waxing gibbous phase, 91 percent visible. 

Recuperation journey: Lookin' at leaves

Sunday afternoon in downtown Ansonia.

 Urban foliage.