Monday, January 26, 2015

Derby officials share storm info


Derby Police Chief Gerald Narowski and city officials issued important storm information that was posted here in the Valley Independent Sentinel late this afternoon.

Emergency numbers for Valley residents

Taken after the blizzard of February, 2013 on East Main Street, Ansonia.

Sharing this list of important numbers to have handy during the impending storm. 

This information was posted today on the Valley Independent Sentinel





St. Mary-St. Michael School in Derby posts honor roll


DERBY - St. Mary-St. Michael School Principal Linda Coppola today announced the Honor Roll for the second marking period.

Grade 4 High Honors:                                                           Grade 7 High Honors:                  
Matthew Capiral                                                                      Elizabeth DeCrisanti                        
Selena Hescock                                                                       Gabriela Soriano
Jenna LaBranche                                                                     Sofia Soriano
Grade 4 Honors:                                                                     Joanna Wypasek
Sibe Doci                                                                               Grade 7 Honors
Emily Foley                                                                             Joshua Celentano                           
Anton Rusu
Jacob Weiler

Grade 5 Honors:                                                                 Grade 8 High Honors:
Tennyson Delos                                                                     Emily Lucke
Teresa Joseph                                                                       Igor Poliwoda
Rosa Rizzitelli                                                                       Alexis Pudimat
Max Shuart                                                                            Michael Rizzitelli
Brandon Sibilia                                                                      Alexys Ryan
Brooke Sobolisky                                                                    Emily Tokash
Emilia Wypasek                                                                      Shirley Torres

Grade 6 High Honors:                                                            Grade 8 Honors:
Theresa Kardos                                                                       Genesis Brito
Cassidy McNeil                                                                        Cristina Carloni
Grade 6 Honors:                                                                    Maja Cuprys
Maria Ahmed                                                                          Jan Mazan
Dylan Bellinger                                                                       Makayla Naranjo
Bridget Calderon                                                                    Isabella Tufaro
Nico D’Ambrosio
Isabella Hescock
Aryanna Ryan       
Daria Wakulczyk


It's fun to read an honor roll when you know several of the students who achieved honors. 
Congratulations go out to all these young scholars! Keep up the good work.

Derby mayor offers info about storm

Good morning,

I'm late in posting but since the snow has yet to start falling on the Valley (as far as I can tell here in Ansonia) I wanted to share this important message from Derby Mayor Anita Dugatto.

It was posted here in the Valley Independent Sentinel.

Stay safe out there.




Sunday, January 25, 2015

Info for Valley schools shared


From the Valley Independent Sentinel:



To recap the past hour:


Ansonia schools: closed Monday and Tuesday, as per City of Ansonia

Derby: early dismissal Monday

Oxford: anyone know?

Seymour: early dismissal Monday

Shelton: early dismissal Monday

Shelton fire official warns of snowstorm hazards

SHELTON – Forecast of additional snowfall and with significant accumulations along with the potential for strong winds has prompted the Shelton Fire Prevention Bureau to alert the public that prevention efforts should be maximized during this period. 

In addition to snow accumulations storms such as this could result in loss of electrical power.

Ted Pisciotta, Assistant Chief – Fire Prevention, encourages everyone to be highly vigilant to avoid having a fire within a home, business, or facility. This includes smoking outdoors only, paying strict attention when cooking, and keeping space heaters at least three feet from anything that can burn. Candles should not be used. 
In addition to fire prevention efforts, the following recommended actions should also be implemented to be prepared for an unexpected potential fire.

  • Remove snow regularly from all entry/exit doors and pathways, of your home, business, or facility. This also includes those not regularly used as they may be needed for emergency evacuation or escape in the event of fire. If you are not capable of snow removal, consider making arrangements for someone cable to remove snow. Likewise, consider helping a neighbor or someone you know that does not have this ability.


  • If a fire hydrant is near your home or business, keep it clear of snow and unobstructed for prompt access by the fire department.


  • Keep snow accumulations and drifts clear of exhaust outlets of clothes driers and heating units that might be located on exterior walls.


  • Avoid unnecessary travel on roadways during significant snowfall to help permit both efficient snow removal and safe response of emergency vehicles


  • Throughout the year always have working smoke alarms installed on every level of your home, test them monthly and keep them clean and equipped with fresh batteries at all times. Know when and how to call for help by dialing 911, and remember to practice your home escape plan.


This is a press release from Ted Pisciotta, Assistant Chief - Fire Prevention in Shelton.

Sharing message from City of Ansonia


"All City of Ansonia public buildings and schools will be closed on Monday January 26th and Tuesday January 27th.

"There will be a parking ban on all city streets beginning Monday January 26th at 8:00 a.m. through noon on Wednesday, January 28th and will be extended as needed. Vehicles on the streets will be towed.
"All City of Ansonia public and school parking lots will be open for off street parking during the ban. There will be no trash or recycle pickup on Tuesday or Wednesday.
"We ask that residents assist to clear snow from fire hydrants for your safety and the safety of others. The safest place for residents during this storm is in your homes.

"Please stay off the roads so that the Public Works crews can effectively keep the roads clear.
"We thank you for your cooperation and additional messages will be sent as needed."


This is the text of Ansonia Mayor David S. Cassetti's Code Red alert this evening.