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Upcoming Turkey Drives And Meal Giveaways In The Lower Valley

by | Nov 19, 2024 4:16 pm | Comments (0)

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VALLEY – Need a turkey to share with your loved ones this Thanksgiving? Or want to help out by donating one for a good cause? Check out this list of upcoming turkey drives to benefit residents of Shelton, Derby, Ansonia, Seymour and Oxford.

(Note: This list was compiled by The Valley Indy on Nov. 19 and may be incomplete.)

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Oxford Pop Warner 7U Rookie Tackle Makes History and Exemplifies Sportsmanship

by | Nov 19, 2024 8:48 am | Comments (0)

OXFORD — The Oxford Pop Warner 7U Rookie Tackle team achieved a historic milestone this season, winning the first-ever Red Conference Championship in Northern Connecticut Pop Warner history. The team’s outstanding performance didn’t stop there — they went on to finish as State Champion Runners-Up, closing their remarkable season with an impressive 8 – 2 record.

This trailblazing accomplishment not only cemented Oxford’s place in youth football history but also showcased the program’s commitment to excellence, teamwork, and character. Adding to the celebration, Oxford Pop Warner was honored with the 2024 Sportsmanship Award by the Western CT Football Officials Association. This prestigious award is presented annually to one program that exemplifies integrity, respect, and exemplary conduct on the field.

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Turkey Drive & Nonperishable Food Collection With Seymour-Oxford Legislators

by | Nov 14, 2024 10:25 am | Comments (0)

Sunday, Nov. 17, 11 AM – 3 PM

WHO: State Sens. Eric Berthel and Kevin Kelly, State Rep. Nicole Klarides-Ditria, State Rep.-Elect Arnie Jensen

WHAT: Turkey Drive and nonperishable food collection to benefit the Seymour-Oxford Food Bank

WHEN: Sunday, Nov. 17, 11 AM – 3 PM; nonperishable food collection ongoing

WHERE: Quarry Walk, 300 Oxford Rd., Oxford, CT

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This Week In Valley History: 1963!

by | Nov 14, 2024 9:39 am | Comments (0)

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Join Jean Falbo-Sosnovich as she takes you back to the Valley in 1963!

Monday, Nov. 11, 1963

Charters Honor Mr. Fitzgerald, 50-Year Member

ANSONIA – The days when volunteers hauled their pumper by hand to fires were recalled Saturday night when the Charters Hose Company feted David Fitzgerald of 135 Clifton Ave, a 50-year member of the unit at its annual old timers’ night at the company headquarters.

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Griffin Health Offers Medication Awareness Events For Valley Seniors

by | Nov 13, 2024 6:48 am | Comments (0)

DERBY — Griffin Health and the Agency on Aging of South-Central Connecticut are hosting a series of medication safety talks and free blood pressure screenings for seniors throughout the Valley in November.

The events will feature a discussion led by Griffin Health Director of Pharmacy Services Lisa Jaser, Pharm D, of medication safety and how to make smart prescription choices. Griffin Health caregivers will also be offering free blood pressure screenings and consultations.

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Center Stage Theatre's 20th Season To Launch With 'Guys & Dolls'

by | Nov 7, 2024 5:28 pm | Comments (0)

SHELTON — Center Stage Theatre, an inclusive and intergenerational community-based theatre providing high quality and affordable performances, educational programming and volunteer opportunities, today announced the line-up for its 20th anniversary season in 2025. 

Premiering with ​“Guys and Dolls” on February 15, 2025, the season will feature five musicals, including the annual summer production featuring actors aged 14 – 23, in addition to a holiday offering and its education center line-up and summer programming for young actors in grades K‑12.

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Election Briefs: The Winners In Other State Races

by | Nov 6, 2024 9:59 am | Comments (0)

Election Day was Tuesday, Nov. 5, 2024.

The Valley Indy exclusively covered state House District 104. Click here for our election night story on that race.

Here are the winners of other state races in the lower Naugatuck Valley:

Rep. Nicole Klarides-Ditria, a Republican, was re-elected in state House District 105. She ran unopposed.

Rep. Jason Perillo, a Republican, was re-elected in state House District 113. He ran unopposed.

Rep. Mary Welander, a Democrat, won re-election to state House District 114. She ran unopposed.

Rep. Ben McGorty, a Republican, was re-elected in state House District 122.

Arnold Jensen, a Republican, was elected in state House District 131.

Sen. Eric Berthel, a Republican, was re-elected in state Senate District 32.

Sen. Kevin Kelly, a Republican, was re-elected in state Senate District 21.

Sen. Jorge Cabrera, a Democrat, was re-elected in state Senate District 17. He ran unopposed.

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