Seymour Police to host annual first responder toy drive Saturday

 

 

CWV Post 1562 in Derby seeks vendors, sponsors for tag sale fundraiser

DERBY - St. Michael’s Post 1562 is seeking vendors and sponsors for its second annual Tag Sale to benefit the Target CT for T2T fundraiser.

The Tag Sale will be held at the Post Hall, 112 Derby Ave., on Sept. 13 from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. and Sept. 14 from 10 a.m.-1 p.m.

Proceeds will support The Post’s annual Tunnel to Towers fundraiser (Target CT for T2T) to help veterans and first responders in Connecticut. 

The campaign is a grassroots fundraising project to which your donation will be earmarked specifically for any T2T initiative conducted in  Connecticut for first responders and veterans. 

This campaign was first introduced in August 2024 and kicked-off throughout the Naugatuck Valley towns of Derby, Shelton, Ansonia and Seymour.

Table reservations are $30. Renters keep their proceeds but must remove their unsold items at the end of the event.

You can also support the fundraiser by being an event sponsor for $15. Sponsorships will be displayed on signs at the Tag Sale.

Call or Text 203-671-6502 to reserve your table or sponsorship.

The public is invited to come check out the great deals on items, from toys and antiques to household items and tools, and everything in between.

The event also will collect returnable cans and bottles. A baked goods table will offer fruit pies, cookies, breads and award-winning homemade tomato sauce.

Thank you for your support!

This is shared from the Post's Facebook page.

Ansonia to host Family Night at Warsaw Park to thank first responders

Let’s thank our Firefighters, Police and ARMS on Family Night, Thursday, July 31 at Warsaw Park! Please join Mayor Cassetti and the Board of Aldermen in honoring our First Responders and their families.

Free ice cream and bounce house for children.

Shared from the City of Ansonia Facebook page.

St. Michael's CWV Post 1562 in Derby to host benefit dinner Tuesday

DERBY - St. Michael's CWV Post 1562 monthly pasta dinner at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday will benefit the TargetCTforT2T initiative to raise money for CONNECTICUT veterans and first responders. 

The Post is at 112 Derby Ave.

Dinner is just $10 per person, but reservations are needed to ensure we have enough to go around for all! 

Call the Post at 203-734-9748 to get your ticket. Dinner includes bread, salad, pasta in meat sauce, coffee and dessert. 

Bonus of the evening, great time with friends, those you know and those you will make! Join us! 

This is shared from a Facebook event page.

Derby Fire Department to host 911 Memorial Ceremony at Gazebo on Green

 

Apparel fundraiser to support Seymour first responders

 

First responders to collect toys for TEAM Saturday in 4 Valley towns

Valley first responders - Shelton’s Echo Hose Ambulance, Derby's Storm Ambulance, Ansonia Rescue Medical Services, Ansonia Police Department, and Seymour Police and Fire - are coming together Saturday to host toy collection events to benefit TEAM Toys 4 Kids.

TEAM is a nonprofit human services agency serving the Greater Valley and surrounding region. www.teaminc.org

Toy collection events will be hosted at locations around the Valley. First responders will encourage shoppers to purchase an extra toy in the store to donate to a family in need. 

TEAM Toys 4 Kids serves nearly 2,000 children annually by setting up a “toy store” where parents and guardians can shop for a few gifts for their little ones. The Valley first responder community is committed to ensuring the shelves are full for parents and every child has a magical holiday season.

Following the collection at each location, first responders will drive all vehicles loaded with toys in a parade through downtown Shelton, ultimately concluding at the TEAM Inc. Toy Store (430 Coram Ave., Shelton). 

The parade of vehicles and sirens is sure to draw attention to the cause and celebrate the immense generosity of the Valley community.

After completing our toy collection, TEAM will welcome parents into our Toy Store (Echo Hose Ambulance Training Center in Shelton) to shop for toys for their children. They will be able to choose the toys that best suit their child’s age and interests.

TEAM would also like to thank our major sponsors, M&T Bank, Haynes Group, Tuttle Insurance Group, and Gary’s East Coast Service, for their support in making our program possible this year.

Collections: Dec. 9, 9 a.m.-1:30 p.m. 

Parade: 2 p.m.

Seymour First Responders – Stop & Shop, 15 Franklin St., Seymour
Derby First Responders – BJ’s, 20 Division St., Derby
Shelton First Responders – Walmart, 465 Bridgeport Ave., Shelton
Ansonia First Responders – Ansonia Rescue Medical Services, 22 W Main St., Ansonia

This is a press release from TEAM, Inc.

Solemn Sept. 11 remembrance ceremony on Derby Green focuses on patriotism

Decorated U.S. Army veteran Andrew Fierlit, captain of the Bridgeport Fire Department, was guest speaker. He spoke about the growth of patriotism throughout the U.S. after the 9/11 attacks.

Scout Troop 3 member Jackson Cotter was one of several Scouts holding a Sept. 11 flag in the gazebo on the Derby Green during Monday's solemn remembrance ceremony.

Derby Fire Chief Michael F. Gloade said the tragic events of 9/11 inspired him to become a firefighter. 

These are just some of those who braved a thunderstorm and heavy rain to attend the half-hour program.

A granite bench dedicated to veterans of the War on Terror was unveiled. It is located next to the 9/11 memorial on the Green.

Click here for a complete story in the Valley Independent Sentinel by Jean Falbo-Sosnovich. 

Ansonia Police Sgt. Nelson completes Run to Remember in Boston

Congratulations to Sgt. Brendon Nelson for participating in Boston's Run to Remember, a race held Sunday, May 28 to honor fallen police officers and first responders. 

Sgt. Nelson ran the five mile course in full uniform completing the course in 49:21.2. Well done, Sgt. Nelson.

This is shared from the Ansonia Police Department Facebook page.

Valley first responders collecting Saturday for TEAM Toys 4 Kids

 

Ansonia first responders to collect donations Saturday for TEAM Toys 4 Kids

 

This is shared from the City of Ansonia Facebook page.

Cassetti thanks Ansonia's first responders for their sacrifice on special day

Mayor David S. Cassetti would like to thank all of the City of Ansonia first responders as we recognize their sacrifices and contributions on Honoring the Nation's First Responders Day.

This is shared from the City of Ansonia Facebook page.

Sept. 11 memorial service on Derby Green touches the heart

No words needed to describe this loving tribute to fallen firefighters placed next to the 9/11 memorial on the Derby Green. 

More photos from Saturday's service marking the 20th anniversary of the terrorist attacks on Sept. 11, 2001 to follow in the Valley Voice newsletter.

Huntington Fire Company No. 3 to host 'Touch a Truck' event

SHELTON - Huntington Fire Company No. 3 will host a Touch-A-Truck from 2-6 p.m. Sunday behind Huntington Community Center, 41 Church St.

Fire trucks, police cars, ambulances, food trucks, construction equipment, and much, much more.

Fire equipment demonstrations and events for kids will allow for a fun-filled day for the entire family!

This is shared from the Shelton Fire Department Facebook page.

Ansonia Rescue and Medical Services seeks EMT for part-time position

 

Appreciation shown to Ansonia Fire Department

 

I'm kinda on edge here on Ansonia Hilltop this evening without any gas heat. My husband Ralph uses a wheelchair and cannot move around to keep warm as we wait to get our gas restored.

So when I heard fire trucks nearby on Ford Street I walked up the street to see what had happened and took these photos.

I heard it was a chimney fire but I have no official information. I want to give a big shout-out to the AFD for its quick response. 

Thank you to all who were on hand to keep our residents safe! You are appreciated.

Thank you to all first responders for their service to our community

 

New Beginnings Church to hold Unity Rally on Derby Green

Ansonia FD wins plaudits on International Firefighters Day

This is shared from the City of Ansonia Facebook page:

"Thank you Ansonia Fire Department for risking your lives, to save ours. We applaud your courage and dedication to the residents of Ansonia."

I second that! Thank you to all of the city's volunteer firefighters.

Cassetti, Ansonia church to co-sponsor refreshments for frontline workers