by STAFF | Oct 27, 2018 5:59 am
It was another busy news week in the lower Naugatuck Valley, with political posts dominating the stories that you read the most.
This week’s list is sponsored by state Sen. George Logan’s re-election campaign.
Election Day is Tuesday, Nov. 6.
by press release | Oct 23, 2018 11:55 am
BHcare will host their Annual Community Impact Breakfast on November 1 from 7:45 to 9:30 am at Race Brook Country Club in Orange, CT.
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by Michael Gulish | Letter to the Editor | Oct 23, 2018 11:53 am
In recent weeks there has been a local effort from the Valley Gives Back, a local planning initiative, encouraging people to name a nonprofit as a beneficiary on their retirement account. As a financial consultant for more than thirty years, I can say that this is a great way to both remember a charitable organization and save your heirs some taxes. But, make sure you understand how it works.
Continue reading ‘Letter: Supporting A Nonprofit With Your Retirement Account Is A Win-Win’
by Press Release | Oct 23, 2018 11:05 am
After collecting a total of more than 9.9 million pounds (nearly 5,000 tons) of expired, unused and unwanted prescription medications during 15 previous events over the past eight years, the Drug Enforcement Administration expects to reach a total of 10 million pounds collected following the upcoming fall 2018 Take back event.
DEA and its national, tribal and community partners will hold the 16th National Prescription Drug Take Back Day across the country on Saturday, October 27. The service is free and anonymous.
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by James Vincent | Letter To The Editor | Oct 16, 2018 9:42 pm
To the Editor:
As Director of the Valley Fire Chiefs Regional Training School, I feel compelled to reply to the letter submitted to the Valley Independent by Mr. Clark Hurlburt.
Continue reading ‘Letter: Valley Lawmakers Of Both Parties Fought For Fire School’
by STAFF | Oct 15, 2018 6:14 am
Dave Lenart, a volunteer firefighter in Derby, returns to the Valley Indy podcast to talk fire prevention.
Click play to listen.
by Press Release | Oct 11, 2018 11:28 am
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by Press Release | Oct 9, 2018 8:58 am
Griffin Hospital is seeking singers of all skill levels to help bring a little holiday “soul” to the Naugatuck Valley this winter.
Coming off the success of last year’s Valley Soul Holiday Concert, Griffin Hospital is once again assembling a gospel choir of volunteer singers from throughout the Valley under the direction of Angela Clemmons, a professional singer for more than 35 years and director of the acclaimed “Shoreline Soul” performances in Madison.
by Press Release | Oct 9, 2018 8:21 am
More than 400 participants raised over $46,000 at the 10th Annual 5K Walk/Run to Benefit the Center for Cancer Care on Sept. 22.
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by Press Release | Oct 9, 2018 7:34 am
The Hospital Elder Life Program (HELP) at Griffin Hospital, 130 Division St., Derby, is looking for volunteers to provide additional support for elderly patients.
Continue reading ‘Volunteers Wanted For Innovative Hospital Elder Life Program At Griffin’