Bridge work on Route 8 in Shelton slated in April

 

Ansonia Police announce upcoming road projects

ANSONIA - It is that time of year again and there are multiple road projects going on over the next couple of weeks, Ansonia Police posted today on Facebook.

These road projects may require parking or traffic adjustments/closures. Please be mindful of the construction crews and traffic officers.

Next week, several streets will be impacted by temporary closures and/or daytime parking restrictions.

These restrictions may change daily as the work commences. Multiple roads will be impacted including:

North State Street,

Smith Street

Mott Street

Cottage Avenue

Beaver Street

Central Street

Pulaski Highway

Jewett Street

Ells Street

Holbrook Place

Lester Street

Thank you for your patience and cooperation.

We understand that this causes an inconvenience so the companies are working to get these important infrastructure projects completed as soon as possible.

Klarides-Ditria: DOT to start immediate repairs on Commodore Hull Bridge

The Connecticut Department of Transportation (DOT) announced immediate repairs on the Commodore Hull Bridge - which carries Route 8 over the Housatonic River between Shelton and Derby. According to the DOT, “during a special inspection of the bridge in preparation for a future project, advanced deterioration on the gusset plates was noticed. These plates connect the truss members together to support the weight of the overall bridge structure and traffic load on the bridge.  Due to the additional deterioration found, starting this week CTDOT will begin milling off the bituminous wearing surface (pavement), and posting a 32-ton weight restriction for all vehicles.” There are 12 gusset plate locations anticipated. Travel lane shifts in both directions will likely be required, as well as closure of on/off ramps directly adjacent to the structure while repairs are being completed. The objective is to maintain two lanes of traffic for Route 8 NB & SB.  The bridge remains safe for the traveling public. DOT urges drivers to slow down, move over, and use caution when traveling through this area to keep themselves and workers safe.

Sincerely,

Ansonia Police Department posts Sunday's parade route

The annual City of Ansonia Memorial Day Parade is this Sunday, May 25, 2025.

The parade will begin at Nolan Field on Wakelee Avenue at 2 p.m.

In order to ensure all the parade participants are safe, we will be closing the parade route to vehicle traffic beginning at 1 p.m.

The parade route is Wakelee Avenue from Nolan Field to Jackson Street, left onto Jackson Street to Maple Street, right onto to Maple Street over the Maple Street bridge right onto Main Street and ending at Main Street and West Main Street.

Only vehicles involved in the parade and residents that live on Franklin Street, North Westwood, South Westwood Road and Wakelee Avenue from Franklin Street to the Seymour town line will be granted access to those areas starting at 1 p.m.

Additionally, East Main Street, between Kingston Drive and State Street, will be a no parking area to allow for temporary 2-way traffic during the parade.

We expect the road closures to last 2 to 3 hours.

First Selectwoman: Bridge in Seymour on Rt. 67 will be one lane today

The Bridge over Hoadley Pond on Rt. 67 will be down to one lane today [Monday].

They are cleaning out under the bridge and the pond. Thank you.

Shared from the Office of the First Selectwoman of Seymour Facebook page.

Seymour Police issue traffic advisory to truckers

Informational Bulletin: ***Attention Truckers***: 

Routes RT67, RT188, and RT34 cannot be used to travel north to RT84 or south to RT8. The recommended route is to use RT8 in Bridgeport to connect with RT84 in Waterbury. Please stay informed by checking traffic bulletins, signs, and markings regularly. 

No time has been given on how long this traffic advisory will change. Updates to follow....

Shared from Seymour PD Facebook page.

Seymour Police issue traffic alert on River Street closing

Traffic Alert: River Street is currently closed, and we do not have an estimated reopening time. Please adhere to all signs, safety cones, and directions from police officers during this period. 

Do not move cones or barricades, as doing so may result in a citation or arrest. These barriers are in place to ensure public safety.

Shared from Seymour PD Facebook page.

Cassetti calls Ansonia residents at midday with update on flooding

"This is an update from Mayor Dave Cassetti on the flooding that occurred yesterday.

"Due to the damage caused by the heavy flooding from yesterday’s storm, North Main Street between Main Street and Fourth Street is closed to traffic.

"The city engineers and public works are working with the State DOT to evaluate and repair the damage.

"North Main Street will remain closed until the road is safe for travel. Commuters are asked to avoid the area and find alternate routes. Traffic delays should be expected.

"Due to the rising waters, the flood gates were closed last evening. The river levels have lowered and all flood gates are now open. Metro North is working on repairs to the tracks to start up train service.

"Please check City of Ansonia and Ansonia Police Department sites for more information. Updates will be provided later this afternoon.

I will update you with more information as we receive it. Stay safe and God Bless you all."

This is shared from the Valley Independent Sentinel Facebook page.

Derby Police post info on expected parade traffic delays Monday morning

The annual Derby-Shelton Memorial Day Parade Monday will kick off at 9 a.m. Expect traffic delays and detours.

Westbound traffic on Main Street (Route 34) will be rerouted up Factory Street. Eastbound traffic on Roosevelt Drive (Route 34) will be rerouted up Cedric Avenue. The Derby-Shelton Bridge will be closed for traffic from 8 a.m-noon.

Residents living along the parade route need to be advised of the hours of the parking ban.

This is shared from the Derby Police Department Facebook page.

Police remind public of traffic delays Sunday around Seymour Pumpkin Festival

SEYMOUR - With the Pumpkin Festival right around the corner Seymour Police remind the public there will be traffic delays on the Route 67 (New Haven Avenue) corridor. 

The public is asked to recognize the designated parking areas and no parking signs on the day of the Festival. 

Please check the Seymour Pumpkin Festival Facebook page and website for further information.

This is shared from the Seymour Police Department Facebook page.

Klarides-Ditria: Access improvements scheduled to begin on Derby-Shelton Bridge

The Connecticut Department of Transportation has announced that work intended to improve access for both cyclists and pedestrians on the the Derby-Shelton Bridge over the Housatonic River will begin April 1. The proposed work includes the coordination and movement of several utilities and an overall realignment of traffic resulting in a final configuration of three 11-foot travel lanes, two sidewalks (5-foot and roughly 8-foot) and a 10-foot bike lane.  The parapets will be reconstructed to meet new safety standards with the current historic shape and finish.  The existing lighting will also be upgraded and include decorative light standards. Additional details: SR 712 (Bridge Street) Between Howe Avenue and Route 34 (Main Street), the contractor will maintain a minimum of one 11-foot travel lane in each direction. Work will begin on the northern side of the structure and progress to the center of the bridge and finish with the reconstruction of the southern parapet. Access to and from the Derby Greenway will be maintained except during the actual construction of an upgraded access point. Additional informational press releases will be issued prior to stage changes alerting motorists to the new alignment.

Sincerely,

Tunnel light repair to close lanes in Woodbridge, New Haven, Hamden

The Connecticut Department of Transportation is announcing that an illumination repair project will be performed on Route 15 (Wilbur Cross Parkway) in Woodbridge and New Haven Saturday, Oct. 5.

The project consists of replacing the lighting in the West Rock Tunnel on Route 15 in Woodbridge and New Haven.

LANE CLOSURE INFO
Motorists can expect lane closures to occur on Route 15 in Woodbridge, New Haven, and Hamden between Exit 58 (Route 34, Derby Turnpike) and Exit 60 (Route 10, Dixwell Avenue). Traffic control personnel and signing patterns will be utilized to guide motorists through the work zone.

The southbound side of the tunnel will have alternating traffic proceeding through while the northbound side of the tunnel will be closed to traffic.
The regular work schedule for this project is from 6 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Motorists should be aware that modifications or extensions to this schedule might become necessary due to weather delays or other unforeseen conditions.
Motorists are advised to maintain a safe speed when driving in this vicinity.

Traffic issues at Prendergast School spur Ansonia PD to modify parking

Shared from the Ansonia Police Department Facebook page:

"Due to residential complaints and traffic issues in front of Prendergast School there have been some parking modifications to address these concerns. 

"The problem arises during pick-up and drop-off times for children at the school. Parents and guardians that are waiting in line to pick up or drop-off their children stop and wait in the travel lanes of Finney Street. This prevents employees from getting to work on time and also poses a serious traffic hazard.

In an effort to eliminate travel lane blockages the following changes will be put into effect beginning August 26, 2019.

• There will be NO PARKING allowed, in front of Prendergast School next to the grass island on Finney Street, between the entrance and exits for the school buses.
• This area will be clearly marked with signs that indicate only cars waiting to pick up or drop off children can wait in line. NO PARKING is allowed in front of the school on Finney Street.
• Parents and guardians will be asked to approach the school and wait in their vehicle along the curb line on the Ford Street side, along the island in front of Prendergast School and wait to enter the drop-off zone.
• Vehicles will not be allowed to wait in the travel lanes to enter the parking lot.
• Vehicles approaching the school from Pulaski Highway will have to drive to the end of Finney Street and enter the queue line on Ford Street.
• Vehicles will only be allowed to turn right into the pick-up/drop-off zone.
• Vehicles leaving the pick-up/drop-off zone can turn left or right when leaving.

"Thank you for your anticipated cooperation in this matter."

Part of Roosevelt Drive in Derby will be closed to traffic starting Aug.16

Ansonia PD announces closing of Wakelee Avenue Saturday

ANSONIA - Police announced Friday afternoon that Wakelee Avenue will be closed to through traffic from Division Street to Jackson Street starting at 6 a.m. Saturday (Dec. 8), until further notice. 

Residences and businesses south of Mary Street, address numbers 20 to 167, can be accessed from Division Street and Hall Street. Residences and businesses north of Mary Street, address numbers 171 to 199, can be accessed from Burton Street, Church Street, and Jackson Street. There will be road closed signs posted on Wakelee Avenue at Division Street and Jackson Street. 

Officers will also be posted at those locations, if you need to access Wakelee Avenue in the areas listed above please advise the officer and they will allow you access. 

Mary Street will remain closed to through traffic until further notice, only residents of Mary Street are allowed access.

Thank you for patience, work is being done as quickly as possible to rectify the problem.

This is a press release from Lt. Patrick Lynch, 

Public Information Officer.

Klarides-Ditria shares road-widening plan for Rte. 34, Derby-Milford Road

Dear Neighbors,

Below is a message from the Department of Transportation announcing that work will begin at the intersection of Route 34 and Derby-Milford Road for a road widening project in  Derby on April 1, 2018.

Operational Improvements On Route 34 At Derby-Milford Road

The Connecticut Department of Transportation is announcing that work will begin at the intersection of Route 34 and Derby-Milford Road for a road widening project in the Town of Derby on April 1, 2018.

The project consists of the construction of a right turn lane on Route 34 onto Derby-Milford Road by extending the edge of road to the south. 
Widening proposed on Derby-Milford Road will accommodate a three-lane approach to Route 34. A two-lane approach into the intersection from Sentinel Hill Road is also included in the overall construction. 
These additional lanes will reduce congestion and improve overall operations.

A minor retaining wall will also be needed for roadway support on the southeastern side of the intersection. The improvements also include modifying the turn radius for right turning vehicles from Route 34 onto Derby-Milford Road. Signal improvements will be required at the intersection to accommodate the two new left turn lanes on Derby-Milford Road. 
The existing guide rail on Derby-Milford Road will be replaced to meet current standards. Some vegetation will be evaluated for removal to improve sight lines at the intersection.

DOT Project No. 0036-0195 was awarded to NJR Construction LLC, at a cost of $1,792,638.65 on March 5, 2018, and is scheduled to be completed Nov. 30, 2018.

LANE CLOSURE INFO

Route 34: During the allowable periods, the contractor shall maintain and protect a minimum of one lane of traffic in each direction not less than 11 feet. For turn lanes, 10 feet shall be maintained for a minimum of 150 feet.

Derby-Milford Road and Sentinel Hill Road: During the allowable periods, the contractor shall maintain and protect at least an alternating one-way traffic operation, not less than 12 feet in width. The length of alternating traffic operation shall not exceed 300 feet.

The contractor shall maintain access to and egress from all commercial and residential driveways throughout the project limits.

Ansonia PD posts street closing info for Saturday

ANSONIA - On Saturday at 11 a.m. the City of Ansonia will be having a flag-raising ceremony in honor of St. Patrick’s Day at Ansonia City Hall, 253 Main St. 

Main Street from Water Street to Kingston Drive will be closed to all vehicular traffic from 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. while the ceremony takes place. 

Southbound Main Street traffic will be detoured onto Kingston Drive to East Main Street or West Main Street to Bridge Street and back to Main Street. Northbound Main Street traffic will be detoured onto Water Street to West Main Street to Kingston Drive and back to Main Street.

This is a press release from Lt. Patrick Lynch.  

DOT ready to resurface Route 115 in Ansonia

State Rep. Linda M. Gentile, D-Ansonia/Derby, is asking that motorists drive safely during an upcoming construction project.

A more than two-mile section of Route 115/Main Street in Derby and Ansonia is getting a facelift. 

The Department of Transportation will resurface the road between State Street and Division Street beginning Sept. 25.  

Crews will work between the hours of 8 p.m. and 5 a.m. with the project expected to be completed Oct. 7. 

Weather conditions could alter this construction plan.

Most important, for everyone’s safety, motorists should use caution when driving through the work zone. There will be lane closures, sign patterns and traffic control while the work is being done.

You can view the Connecticut DOT Press Release here: http://bit.ly/2d4MaMt.

This is a press release from Gentile's office.

Work on Rt. 34 bridge planned in Derby this weekend

Dear Valley readers,

I'm sure most local folks know by now the Department of Transportation will be working this weekend on the heavily-traversed Route 34 span over the Naugatuck River in Derby.

But I'm sharing this information anyway, since it is a big deal for all of us who daily drive around these parts. 

Part of a press release follows:

"Lawmakers and the Connecticut Department of Transportation (DOT) are advising motorists to be aware of some much-needed work this weekend on the Route 34 bridge carrying traffic over the Naugatuck River in Derby.

"State Representatives Linda M. Gentile (D-Ansonia/Derby), Theresa Conroy (D-Beacon Falls/Derby/Seymour), and  Themis Klarides (R-Woodbridge/Orange/Derby, and State Senator Joseph J. Crisco, Jr. (D-Woodbridge) have been advised by the DOT that, weather permitting, crews will close the Route 34 bridge between Friday, Sept. 9 at 10 p.m. and Monday, Sept. 12 at 5 a.m.  

"The closure will allow placement of a new concrete bridge deck. The bridge project is due to be completed in November."

Connecticut State Police urge residents to use caution as new school year starts

      MIDDLETOWN - Connecticut State Troopers urge drivers, parents and children to prepare for back to school safety.

As more than half-a-million Connecticut children head back to school over the next few weeks, Connecticut State Troopers urge all parents and guardians to discuss school, traffic, and personal safety with their children.  

Troopers also caution all drivers to be aware of “back to school” bus, pedestrian, and bicycle traffic.  

Drivers are urged to use extra caution as they travel on Connecticut’s roadways, and to be alert to children who may be hurrying to and from school.

Under state law, it is mandatory that drivers stop for school buses that have their flashing red warning lights activated, whether they are approaching or following the school bus. 

The yellow flashing lights are a warning to drivers that the bus will be stopping to pick up and/or drop-off students.  

Drivers should anticipate that the red flashing lights will come on shortly after seeing the yellow flashing lights as the bus comes to a stop.  

The red flashing lights on a school bus indicate that the bus is stopped and students are either getting on or off the bus. 

Failure to obey this law not only puts our children at great risk, but it carries a hefty penalty for drivers. Fines for passing a school bus that has its flashing red warning lights activated starts at $465 for a first offense. 

Parents should remind their children to wait in a safe place, out of the travel portion of the roadway, and only cross the street after looking both ways, even if the red lights are activated.  

Urge children to tell an adult and the police about anything that makes them feel unsafe or uncomfortable on the way to/from school and while they’re in school. Children should be reminded not to speak to, or get into the vehicles of, people they don’t know.

All Resident State Troopers and Troopers on patrol will periodically monitor school bus stops to help ensure the safety of all students as they travel back to school to begin the 2016-2017 school year.

This is a press release from the Connecticut State Police.