Friday, June 25, 2021
Derby Public Library to host virtual Teen Advisory Board meetings in July
DERBY - Derby Public Library invites all young adults ages 12 to 17 to virtual Teen Advisory Board Meetings July 7 and 21 from 3:30-4:30 p.m.
Attendees are encouraged to voice their ideas for improving and expanding young adult library services and teen programming.
Focus will include participant input that contributes to the library fulfilling its mission of quality-of-life enhancements in: knowledge; entertainment; and citizenship.
Zoom access link will be provided via email the day prior to meeting date.
Sign up at the library’s Events Calendar at www.derbypubliclibrary.org.
These programs are part of the DPL “Tails & Tales!” 2021 Teen Summer Club.
For information visit www.derbypubliclibrary.org, or call 203-736-1482.
This is a press release from Tony DeLos, young adult librarian, Derby Public Library.
Thursday, June 24, 2021
Rochelle, Cabrera hail $1M in Brownfield Remediation Program funds for Ansonia
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| Former Farrel Foundry and Machine Co. site |
ANSONIA - State Rep. Kara Rochelle (D-Ansonia/Derby) and state Sen. Jorge Cabrera (D-Hamden) welcome $1 million in state funds through the Connecticut Department of Economic and Community Development's Brownfield Remediation Program for the assessment, demolition, and remediation of the former Farrel Foundry and Machine Co. site at 35 North Main St.
"I'm so very proud to help bring this state money back to our community for economic revitalization. Ansonia's future is tied to securing funds like this to transform our downtown. I'm grateful for the teamwork amongst state and local officials to secure these funds. Step by step, we are making real progress for our future and our residents," said Rochelle. "I am incredibly thankful to have such strong partners in Governor Ned Lamont, DECD Commissioner David Lehman, State Senator Jorge Cabrera, Ansonia Economic Development Director Sheila O'Malley, and the DECD team for always making themselves available for our efforts."
This is a press release from Rochelle's office.
Blood drive slated at Reclaim Christian Church in Ansonia
The American Red Cross is experiencing a severe blood shortage. Can you help?
A blood drive will be held Friday, July 2 at the Reclaim Christian Church, 11 High Acres Road, Ansonia.
Scan the QR code above to easily make your appointment. #GiveBloodSaveLife






