Local history in spotlight at Derby Library

DERBY - The Derby Public Library holds weekly Local History Information Sessions from 6-7:30 p.m. Tuesdays and from 10 a.m.-noon Wednesdays.  

Along with offering research assistance, the Library’s Local History Coordinator offers information on monthly highlighted topics.

During the month of March, local history postcards will be available to view and discuss.

Visitors will also be invited to browse through PastPerfect, a software program that enables users to search the Library's progressively updated local history database.

Assistance will also be available for research on topics such as genealogy, prominent local

figures, major area events, and more.

For more information, stop by the Library at 313 Elizabeth St., call 203-736-1482, or visit 

www.derbypubliclibrary.org.  

This is a press release from Cathy Williams, Director, Derby Public Library. 

Griffin Hospital promotes Wallingford resident

Todd Liu

DERBY - Griffin Hospital has announced the promotion of Todd Liu of Wallingford to Vice President of Accountable Care and General Counsel.

An 11-year employee of Griffin Hospital, Liu started at Griffin as an administrative intern before being appointed assistant to the President.

“Over the last 10 years, Todd has expanded his role and responsibilities and in doing so has proven to be a highly effective as well as reliable and trusted management team member,” said Griffin Hospital President and CEO Patrick Charmel. 

“He has also demonstrated a deep commitment to our organizational values and Planetree patient centered philosophy which is essential to preserving and strengthening the culture that is the foundation of Griffin’s success.”

In his new role, Liu will work to build on the success of Griffin Hospital and its parent company, Griffin Health Services, in delivering high quality care and strong patient satisfaction by focusing on improving the health of defined populations and reducing the total cost of care.

In addition, Liu has assumed has assumed the risk management, compliance and legal affairs responsibilities of recently retired Vice President of Legal Affairs Ed Berns.

This is a press release from Griffin Hospital. 

'Romeo and Juliet' slated Saturday at Derby Neck Library

Valley Shakespeare Festival to perform staged reading on Valentine's Day

PROLOGUE. Two households both alike in dignitie,  (In faire Verona where we lay our Scene) From ancient grudge, breake to new mutinie, Where civil bloud makes civill hands uncleane: From forth the fatall loynes of these two foes, A pair of star-cross'd lovers, take their life: Whose misadventur'd pittious overthrowes, Doth with their death burie their Parents strife. The fearfull passage of their death-markt love, And the continuance of their Parents rage: Which but their childrens end nought coud remove: Is now the two houres traffique of our Stage. The which if you with patient eares attend, What heare shall miss, our toyle shall strive to mend. Saturday, February 14th at 2pm Derby Neck Public Library 307 Hawthorne Avenue Derby, CT Call 203.513.9446 for reservations or click here Facebook Twitter Website

The production is being presented by Valley Shakespeare Festival and the Derby Neck Library free of charge, with a suggested donation of $10. 
Seating is limited and reservations are suggested.


This is a press release from Valley Shakespeare Festival.

Ansonia students win fire prevention poster contest

 John C. Mead Elementary School winners. / Photo submitted by Eileen Ehman

John G. Prendergast Elementary School winners. / Photo submitted by Eileen Ehman

ANSONIA – Fire Marshal Ralph Tingley has announced winners of the annual Fire Prevention Poster Contest for Ansonia Public Schools.

Gift cards were presented to the top three winners in Grades 4 and 5 from John C. Mead and John G. Prendergast Schools.

In addition to Tingley, Superintendent of Schools Carol Merlone, Mayor David S. Cassetti, and school principals participated in the presentation Thursday.

Two students who were first prize winners at Mead School have been selected as the grand prize winners for the city, and their posters are on display in the State Capitol in Hartford. 
They are fourth grader Willow Cappa and fifth grader Jovi Guevara. 

The other winners of the contest at Mead are: Grade 4, second prize, Nicholas Fahy; and third prize, Hali Langer; and Grade 5, second prize, Jhael Molina; and third prize, Elaina Cibulas.

At Prendergast, fourth grade winners are Julia Kaye (first prize), Nikky Tran (second prize) and Jordyn Zealor (third prize), while the fifth grade winners are Maya Frager (first prize), Allison White (second prize) and Mikenna Davis (third prize).



This is a press release from Ansonia Public Schools.


I congratulate all of the students on their achievement!

Cassetti announces parking ban in Ansonia

Mayor David S. Cassetti

From the city's website:

Due to the incoming snow storms that are reported to occur over the weekend and into the beginning of early next week I am instituting a city wide parking ban. Due to the accumulated snow already on the streets it will be very difficult to remove any new snow. All vehicles will need to be removed from the roadways. This ban will go into effect on Sunday February 8th at 3:00 p.m. and will end on Tuesday February 10, 2015 at 12:00 p.m. Please make every effort to get your vehicles off the street during the ban. Vehicles that are left on the street may be subject to towing. If schools are in session on Monday morning you will need to remove your vehicle by 7:00 a.m. Parking is allowed in any City owned lots. Homeowners and contractors are reminded that plowing or shoveling snow into the roadway is illegal and will result in a fine. The Ansonia Public Works Department is continuing to clean roadways as well as prepare for future snow events. Your cooperation is greatly appreciated. Thank you for your assistance and patience with this matter.

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Spirit of community felt during video premiere at store in Ansonia

BHcare Director of Development Arlene Greco speaks Thursday at a red carpet event to celebrate a promotional video for My Sister's Place Thrift Store and Donation Center at 380 Main St., Ansonia. All proceeds from the store support programs run by BHcare that help victims of domestic violence.

Ansonia resident and loyal customer Carolyn Bank is recognized by My Sister's Place staff and volunteers at a red carpet event Thursday. Bank is featured in a four-minute film about the store. The video was produced by photojournalist Annalisa Russell-Smith, owner of Local Planet Productions, LLC.

Staff, volunteers, and loyal customers of the thrift shop attended the viewing party. It's safe to say a good time was had by all!

Seymour Pink offers discounts to emergency personnel

Seymour firefighter John Hannon poses Thursday with from left, volunteers Sharon Joyce, Dajana Damjanovich, and Mary Deming, founder of Seymour Pink. The organization's gift shop at 3 Franklin St., Seymour, is holding a two-day, "Off-Duty Night" sale with discounts for emergency personnel. The store is also open to the public from 2-8 p.m. today.