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Mason rejoins Special Olympics Connecticut
Naugatuck resident Nora Mason has been named regional director for the Special Olympics of Connecticut’s Northwest Region. Although new to this role, Mason has a long association with Special Olympics including serving as vice president of regional services, southwest regional director and vice president of sports. She was also the deputy director of volunteer... »
Labriola joins call for creation of agriculture committee
HARTFORD — State Rep. David Labriola (R-131) joined his fellow legislators in calling for the creation of a select committee to focus solely on agricultural issues. “Connecticut farms employ over 20,000 residents and contribute $3.5 billion to the state’s struggling economy. In the region I represent, our farms are the heart of our communities... »
Naugatuck Savings Bank opening new branch
NAUGATUCK — Naugatuck Savings Bank announced plans to open a branch office on East Main Street in Waterbury. “We continue to grow our branch network as we strive to better serve our customers” said Mark Yanarella, chairman and CEO of Naugatuck Savings Bank, in a news release. “The east end of Waterbury seemed to... »
Whittemore Library seeking recyclable donations
NAUGATUCK — The Whittemore Memorial Library is accepting donations of old computer cartridges, cell-phones, and digital cameras for its recycling program. A portion of the proceeds generated from this ongoing program helps benefit the book budget and programs at the library. The library is also selling bags for $5 that can be filled with... »
Commission denies special permits for farm stand
PROSPECT — The Planning and Zoning Commission voted unanimously this week to deny two special permits for a farm stand off of Straitsville Road on the corner of Porter Hill Road. At the Feb. 1 meeting, commission members cited a dangerous traffic situation coming out of the property’s driveway as their main reason for... »
Greene hosts forum on jobs bill
SEYMOUR — State Rep. Len Greene (R-105) hosted a Small Business Forum Wednesday morning showcasing the details of the bipartisan “jobs” bill approved in the special legislative session last October. More than four dozen people came to the Seymour Town Hall, where state Rep. Themis Klardies (R-114), along with representatives from the state’s Department... »
Area Happenings
No Vet Left Behind moves into new home ANSONIA — No Vet Left Behind, Inc. has a new, bigger home. Stars and Stripes Thrift Shoppe, the home of the veterans’ organization, recently opened in a new location at 14 Jewett St., Ansonia. The new location is 4,000 square feet and houses the thrift shoppe... »
Clowning is a way of life for borough couple
NAUGATUCK — Every child dreams of running off and joining a circus. Naugatuck native Chris Allison actually did. Now, he and his wife run a circus and perform all over the world. At a young age Chris knew he wanted to be a clown when he saw the Ringling Brothers Circus on a fifth... »
Memorial fund seeks photos of vets killed in Vietnam
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Vietnam Veterans Memorial Fund is asking Connecticut residents to answer the National Call for Photos. The fund is seeking pictures of the 612 Connecticut men and women who died in the Vietnam War in combat and have their names inscribed on the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, D.C. When collected,... »
Rebimbas speaks to business community at breakfast
HARTFORD — State Rep. Rosa Rebimbas (R-70) addressed the business community at the Waterbury Regional Chamber of Commerce’s Legislative Breakfast earlier this week. Rebimbas and other lawmakers spoke on the group’s legislative agenda and answered questions at the annual breakfast. “The business climate in Connecticut has only gotten worse. The jobs bill from the... »