Logan offers info about weekend tree removal, lane closures on parkway

In Orange, Woodbridge, New Haven

Sharing email message from state Sen. George S. Logan, R-Ansonia:

The Connecticut Department of Transportation is announcing a tree removal operation will be performed on Route 15 (Wilbur Cross Parkway) northbound and southbound in Orange, Woodbridge, and New Haven on Saturday and Sunday, Feb. 9-10.

The project consists of cutting dead trees, high limbing and clearing signs.

LANE CLOSURE INFO

Motorists can expect lane closures on Route 15 Northbound and Southbound between Exit 58 (Route 34, Derby Turnpike) and Exit 59 (Route 69, Whalley Avenue) in Orange, Woodbridge, and New Haven. 
A moveable sign pattern will be utilized to guide motorists through the work zone. 
The regular work schedule for this project is from 6 a.m.-noon.

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

Save the date: Duo to perform at Assumption Church in Ansonia

ANSONIA - Prometheus Duo will perform at the Church of Assumption with an interesting and diverse repertoire at 5:30 p.m. March 3.
Prometheus Duo is a saxophone/piano duo based between Hartford and New York City, specializing in traditional classical music, the exotic, and the new.

The church is located at 61 N. Cliff St.


*Information shared from a Facebook event page. 

Dinner slated in Shelton for Echo Hose Ambulance EMT, dispatcher

*Information shared from Echo Hose Facebook page:

"Stacey has been helping people in Shelton and the surrounding communities for over 25 years. She works part time as an EMT in Shelton and is one of the full time medical dispatchers at Southwest CMED. SW CMED manages all emergency medical calls that occur in Shelton.

"This event is being sponsored by Southwest CMED with the help of Echo Hose Ambulance and Trumbull EMS. Tickets are available for $20 and can be purchased at SW CMED, Trumbull EMS and at Shelton EMS."

Derby Public Library to hold Teen Maker Space

DERBY - The Derby Public Library invites all young adults ages 12-17 to Teen Maker Space from 3-4:30 p.m. Feb. 28.

Available resources include 3D design programs, 3D printer, 3D doodle pens, Legos and more. 

Light refreshments will be provided. 

The Library is at 313 Elizabeth St.

For more information call 203-736-1482 or visit www.derbypubliclibrary.org.

This is a press release from Tony DeLos, young adult librarian, Derby Public Library.

3 area lawmakers to hold Naugatuck office hours

Derby Police introduce canine member of department

Sharing post from the Derby Police Department Facebook page:

"We are proud to introduce Axel as the newest member of the Derby Police Department. Axel is a 10 ½ month old German shepherd bred by Grasso Shepherds in Shelton, CT.

He is pictured here with newly appointed K-9 officer John O’Donoghue. Officer O’Donoghue is a 7 year veteran of the Derby Police Department who was selected from a qualified group of applicants.

Officer O’Donoghue and Axel are scheduled to begin formal training in the spring and are expected to be on the road and part of the Derby community by the fall."

Seymour Public Library to hold music, dancing program

The program will be held from 9:30-10 a.m. Feb. 26 at Seymour Public Library, 46 Church St.

This is shared from a Facebook event page.