Positive COVID-19 test keeps Ansonia High School team on sidelines

 

DiBacco: Person tests positive for COVID-19, quarantine in effect

 

Rochelle recognizes youth leaders' fundraising to support TEAM's Toys 4 Kids

The members of the Valley United Way Youth Leadership Program have found creative and impactful ways to support TEAM's Annual Toys 4 Kids drive this season. 

The Valley United Way Youth Leadership came up with the idea to sell Quarantine Elf Mask Kits for $8. 

This was incredibly successful, raising $2,300 for Toys 4 Kids!

This is shared from a press release from state Rep. Kara Rochelle, D-Ansonia/Derby.

Congratulations to the youth leaders on their successful fundraiser!

20 Ansonia students, 10 staff at Mead School to quarantine for 14 days

 

Cohort of Ansonia High School athletes to quarantine for 14 days

 

Ansonia schools chief: In-person classes at Prendergast School closed until Nov. 16

 

Ansonia superintendent: Several classrooms at Prendergast need to quarantine

 

Ansonia schools chief: Person at Prendergast School tests positive for COVID-19

 

Derby Public Library to host online Grounded Goodwife class

DERBY - Feeling alone-a because of Corona? Take a mental break from quarantine at 6:30 p.m. Monday with the Grounded Goodwife dynamic duo!
All you need is yourself, a computer (no webcam required), and a simple list of ingredients.
Ehris and Velya will be teaching us two fun DIY recipes, virtually, with their signature flair. You'll definitely want to keep making these recipes, even after quarantine ends!

Register now to receive access to the virtual class.
Check out the ingredients lists below, so that you can come prepared.
“Gingerly Adjust to a New Normal” DIY Ginger Ale
1 inch ginger root
2 tablespoons lemon juice
¾ cup sugar
1/8 teaspoon active dry yeast
water
2-liter container (preferably glass)
Extract me from this pandemic!
DIY Vanilla & Almond Extract
6 vanilla beans
12 almonds (with or without skins – skins make the extract a little bitter, so your choice!)
16 ounces alcohol (we recommend vodka, brandy, bourbon, or rum)
two 8-ounce glass jars

Optional, to make lemon extract:
1 lemon
Additional 8-ounce glass jar
8 ounces alcohol

Rochelle offers update as of Tuesday on state travel advisory

The state has recently updated its travel advisory that was implemented for travelers entering Connecticut from states with high rates of COVID-19. The updated guidance permits travelers to enter the state if they test negative for COVID-19 within 72 hours prior to arriving. Click here to read the updated guidance.

Seymour Strong shirt sales benefit COVID-19 Response and Recovery Fund

Help support the community. All profitable proceeds will go to the Valley Community Foundation COVID-19 Response and Recovery Fund. Sale ends May 17.

https://seymourstrong.itemorder.com/sale


*Information shared from the Office of the First Selectman Facebook page.

Recuperation journey: Around the yard - Part 2

Enjoy this beautiful day!

Sharing text of Ansonia mayor's message to residents Friday

Good Evening Residents of the Great City of Ansonia!

Once again, this is Mayor David Cassetti calling to wish you and your family the best during this difficult time. And to remind you: there IS a light at the end of the tunnel!

The City is working closely with local authorities and state agencies to determine when it safe to start reopening our city. And next week I will be naming members of REOPENING COMMITTEE to make sure our changes are done with public safety first in mind! The Committee will consist of key city staff.

But until then- PLEASE continue to exercise patience. Your adherence to social distancing policies is SAVING LIVES and now is not the time to let your guard down. Please remember to wear protective masks in public and exercise caution when you leave the house.

Now some news. I am pleased to announce that applications for Ansonia’s TAX DEFERRAL PROGRAM are now available online at cityofansonia.com and on our Facebook page. This program will allow eligible taxpayers to defer payment of property taxes for up to 90 days.

And speaking of tax relief, I have released my recommendation for the next year’s City Budget. My recommended budget calls for a ZERO TAX INCREASE while supporting vital city services. Now is not the time to pass on extra costs to struggling households and businesses. The City’s Board of Taxation and Board of Aldermen will now proceed to review and finalize the budget.

Now, I know the last month hasn’t been the best time for a Birthdays. Especially for kids! Well, the City of Ansonia- in partnership with WALMART- wants to help. If a child 10 YEARS OR YOUNGER has a Birthday in March, April or May, PLEASE email his or her name and birthday to me dcassetti@ansoniact.org. That’s dcassetti@ansoniact.org.

Finally, I invite the community to join us at the Ansonia High School Parking Lot, 26 Pulaski Hwy, to observe the NATIONAL DAY OF PRAYER! It’s happening this Thursday, May 7th, from 5:30-7:00 pm, with music prelude beginning at 5:00 pm. Just Drive-In - stay in the comfort of your vehicle, & Tune-In to the 87.9 FM radio station to hear and participate in this live presentation!

Thank you all for STAYING STRONG and please know my thoughts are with you and your families. Have a wonderful weekend!

Shelton Library System slates Teen Trivia Challenge via Zoom

Sharing a Shelton Library System Facebook page event slated for 3 p.m. Wednesday:

*This is an online program*

Kids 13 and older can join Miss Jessica for a round of Jeopardy style questions!

*REGISTRATION REQUIRED*
Registration link: http://engagedpatrons.org/EventsExtended.cfm?SiteID=2661&EventID=411804&PK=

Use your device to download the Zoom app (or go to www.zoom.us).
Join the meeting using the meeting code which will be emailed to you upon registration.
Make sure your audio and video are enabled.
The program will run between 15-30 minutes.

Recuperation journey: A trip to Milford

A view of L.I. Sound and Charles Island on a sunny afternoon.

The folks in the boat are definitely practicing social distancing. 

Artfish 42 is a cool art gallery at 42 Naugatuck Ave., at Walnut Beach in Milford. 
I highly recommend you check it out when the quarantine is finally over!

Tomorrow is Ralph's birthday but since we can't go anywhere to celebrate we took a "ride" around the region today, socially distancing of course. 
It's supposed to rain around here tomorrow so we took advantage of some sunshine. He said he enjoyed his present. 

Recuperation journey: Tranquil scene during quarantine

Photo taken Wednesday afternoon at Pickett's Pond in Osbornedale State Park, Derby.

'Turnback Tuesday' 3 years ago: Something to distract us from all this isolation

April 4, 2017 at 4:15 PM 

This week's "Turnback Tuesday" features a photo of the monument that marks the first Green in the City of Derby. 
"Founders Common," as that Green is known, is flanked by Academy Hill Rd. and Clark Ave. The monument was erected by the Daughters of the American Founders and Patriots in 1904.

Thanks go to the Derby Public Library staff for  sharing interesting local history!

*And thanks go to Facebook memories for providing this today.

Recuperation journey: Another day at home

Goals for Sunday:

1) Enjoy a hearty breakfast

2) Finish reading "War and Peace"

3) Take photos of birds in yard

4) Take a walk

5) Take a nap

6) Decide where to get tonight's takeout

7) Feel happy that we supported a local restaurant during these unsettled times

Recuperation journey: A bit of positivity

Buds! Spring is almost here.

Precautions, panic, social distancing..what a week!

Trying to remain sane has been a challenge, when it seems like everyone is going bonkers.  

Taking proper precautions is one thing. Panicking is another.

People panicking about running out of antibacterial products, toilet paper(!), food, and on and on scares me more than contracting this awful virus. 

The stores are packed. I know because I've been in them the past few days with everyone else trying to prepare for a possible quarantine. 
I really hope folks in our community are not stockpiling the essentials. As I've heard more than once this week, "We're all in this together." 

I'm not ready to self-isolate out of fear. Although I don't have to go to an office and interact with other humans, I'm one of many people with "underlying medical conditions." I'm a kidney transplant recipient and the medications I take suppress my immune system.
My husband Ralph suffers from a form of Muscular Dystrophy and also has a compromised immune system.

I feel fine and expect to remain so. I hope everyone reading this remains healthy too.