Even with the fear and uncertainty created by the COVID-19 coronavirus, neighbors, businesses and groups are supporting each other in any number of ways.
Here are some examples of good things happening as seen on local social media:
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— — — — —ANSONIA— — — — —
On April 11, Jonathan Robert and Polish Restaurant Warszawa donated an Easter dinner for Ansonia Rescue and Medical Services, according to the Ansonia Rescue and Medical Services Facebook page:
“Thanks AGAIN to Domino’s Pizza in Ansonia for dropping off some fresh hot pizzas to the crews working today! Much appreciated! #StrongerTogether,” said Ansonia Rescue and Medical Services in a Facebook post:
The Home Depot stores donated sprayers for disinfecting vehicles and equipment to to Ansonia Rescue and Medical Services, Ansonia Fire Department, and the Ansonia Police Department. “Such an outstanding partnership with the community! THANK YOU!,” said ARMS in a Facebook post:
“Fire departments, EMS services, and police departments from the entire Valley came together Tuesday afternoon for a parade to Griffin Hospital to show support for all those working on the front lines during this pandemic — thank you all!,” said Beacon Hose Co. #1 in a Facebook post:
Italian Pavilion Restaurant donated pizza, pasta, and salad to the ARMS crew on April 17:
The Easter Bunny made an appearance outside Ansonia City Hall. Mayor David Cassetti and Chifrijo Restaurant owner Gustavo visit the Easter Bunny. The Easter Bunny was in front of City Hall waving and saying hello to kids from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. on April 12 and Easter Sunday:
A message from Nathan, a 2nd grader, from the City of Ansonia Facebook page:
On April 17, The Abundant Life Fellowship Ministries made a basket donation of assorted supplies for APD. The gift basket included hand sanitizers, masks, bottled water, eye protection, snacks, tissues and hand lotion for patrol car use. (Photo: Abundant Life Fellowship family, including Pastor Ulysses Youngblood):
Dave Conti, owner of Arrow Printing, delivered 70 lbs of smoked BBQ pulled pork to the Ansonia Police Department Valley Emergency Medical Services on April 16:
— — — — —DERBY— — — — —
An anonymous Derby business donated three large boxes of Easter candy to the children of Derby. The candy will be distributed with meals picked up at TEAM, Inc, according to Mayor Rich Dziekan’s Facebook page:
On April 16, ECG Engineering donated face shields and PPE S‑Hooks to Derby’s first responders. (Mayor Rich Dziekan’s Facebook page):
The New Haven Chinese Alliance Church provided 400 masks to be distributed to Derby PD, DPW and WPCA on April 20.
“Also thank you to Senator George Logan (pictured) and Representatives Themis Klarides and Nicole Klarides-Ditria for doing the leg work to get this critical PPE to the first responders throughout the valley and beyond. Stay safe everyone,” said Mayor Rich Dziekan in a Facebook post.
Moe’s Southwest Grill donated lunches to City Hall staff on April 24.
— — — — —SEYMOUR— — — — —
Various individuals and organizations made donations to the Seymour Police Department over the past few weeks, including Bushi Ban, Stani Dairy, Mizzi Cosmetics, and Route 67 Diner:
The Seymour Police Department wished Eli Jackson a Happy 6th Birthday with a motorcade drive by his house, according to the Great Hill Hose Co. Facebook page:
“Huge thanks to Don from D&F Wraps in Cheshire for the cutting of the material for the gowns. Makes the whole process so much easier!!!’ Thanks for your support Don!! D&F Wraps,” said the Seymour Ambulance Association in a Facebook post:
“Huge Thanks to Better Athletic Development (BAD) who picked up the tab for the crews dinner last night!!! Thank you so much for your support!!!!,” said the Seymour Ambulance Association in a Facebook post:
On April 21, The America Legion Post 10 donated several gifts cards for Seymour EMS, according to the Seymour Ambulance Association Facebook page:
FortHill Commercial Greasetrap Sewer and Drain donated donuts to the Seymour Ambulance Association on April 24, according to the Seymour Ambulance Association Facebook page.
