Local News for Ansonia, Connecticut

Ansonia Police seeking information to help locate missing teen

Diamond MossANSONIA – The Ansonia Police Department is attempting to locate a missing/runaway female juvenile, Lt. Patrick Lynch said in a release late Friday night.Diamond Moss, a 16-year-old black female, 5’6″ tall, 110 pounds with brown eyes, and black braided hair with white beads was last seen in Ansonia at about 2:30 p.m. Friday.Diamond was READ MORE.

Slots still available at Abundance of Joy Learning Center in Ansonia

Shared from Director Leslie Youngblood’s Facebook page: “We are still enrolling! Call 475-777-5901 or email us at Abundancejoy199@gmail.com. Care4kids accepted. A full range of programs. “One stop for all ages of children. We are on the Ansonia bus line! Please share!!!” Read the rest of the article on The Valley Voice READ MORE.

Valley Indy Interview: State Sen. Jorge Cabrera

State Sen. Jorge Cabrera drops in to talk about what it was like to take the oath of office in Hartford Jan. 6 – only to have his day eclipsed by the insurrection at the U.S. Capitol later in the day. Cabrera talks about the Lamont administration’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic, what it will READ MORE.

Ansonia Police: Water main break closes Platt Street, residents without water

From the Ansonia Police Department Facebook page: ANSONIA – Due to a water main break on Platt Street, residents in and around the area will be without water until further notice. Read the rest of the article on The Valley Voice READ MORE.

Ansonia Police seek community’s help in locating missing teen

Kevahri Thompson ANSONIA – Ansonia Police are attempting to locate a missing male juvenile, Lt. Patrick Lynch said in a release late Tuesday.  The missing juvenile is Kevahri Thompson, a 14- year old black male 5’7″ tall, 150 pounds, with black shoulder-length, braided hair and brown eyes.  Read the rest of the article on The READ MORE.

Video: Shop Local, And Support The Valley COVID-19 Fund

As the COVID-19 pandemic drags on, there are some simple ways to help the business, groups and people hurting the most. In this video episode of “Navel Gazing: The Valley Indy Podcast,” four Naugatuck Valley leaders talk about how crucial it is to support local businesses – and, if you are able, to support the READ MORE.

Super Bowl benefit slated at Chifrijo for Leah Rondon Memorial Scholarship Fund

Leah Rondon ANSONIA – Leah Marie Rondon, age 6, was a lifelong resident of Ansonia. She was a kindergarten graduate of John C. Mead Elementary School and attended the Valley YMCA Preschool.The Leah Rondon Memorial Scholarship is awarded to a graduating female student at Kolbe Cathedral High School in Bridgeport where Leah’s father, Henry Rondon, READ MORE.

Ansonia police search for missing teen

Police are asking for the public’s help to find a missing 14-year-old who was last seen Tuesday morning in Ansonia. Read the rest of the article on ctpost.com READ MORE.

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My Sister’s Place thrift store in Ansonia posts weekly sales

ANSONIA – My Sister’s Place Thrift Store and Donation Center is located at 380 Main St.   All proceeds support BHcare’s The Umbrella Center for Domestic Violence Services. Read the rest of the article on The Valley Voice READ MORE.

Dr. Martin Luther King’s Messages Needed Now More Than Ever

ANSONIA – Nearly 58 years after Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. delivered his historic speech, the dream for equality, justice and peace continues here in the Valley. A virtual celebration of King’s life and legacy was held Monday via Zoom, thanks to the Valley chapter of the NAACP. Close to 100 local church leaders, town READ MORE.

Ansonia mayor shares video to remember the greatness of Martin Luther King, Jr.

ANSONIA – Mayor David S. Cassetti and his office released this video Sunday about the importance of remembering the teachings of slain civil rights leader the Rev. Martin Luther King, Jr. All city offices will be closed on Monday, Jan. 18 to mark the MLK holiday. Read the rest of the article on The Valley READ MORE.

Closures Announced For Ansonia Deli, Seymour Cake Shop

The awful economic impact from the COVID-19 pandemic claimed one business Friday and is partly responsible for the impending closure of another. The owners of DiGiovanni’s Café & Catering announced in a Facebook post Friday they were closing the doors after six years on Ansonia’s Main Street. Read the rest of the article on valley.newhavenindependent.org READ MORE.

Ansonia Police release age-enhanced photo of Vanessa Morales

ANSONIA – The Ansonia Police Department with the assistance of the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children today is releasing an age-enhanced photograph of Vanessa Morales. Police said Vanessa has been missing since December 2, 2019. At the time of her disappearance she was one years old and she is now almost two and half READ MORE.

Photo: Police release age-enhanced image of missing Ansonia child Vanessa Morales

Vanessa Morales has been missing since December 2019 when police say her mother was found beaten to death in her Ansonia home. Read the rest of the article on ctpost.com READ MORE.

Ansonia Police Release Age-Enhanced Photo Of Vanessa Morales

ANSONIA – Police on Friday released an age-enhanced image of Vanessa Morales, the child who went missing from Myrtle Drive on Dec. 2, 2019. Vanessa was a year old when she went missing. She is now almost 2 1/2, police noted. The image was created with the help of the National Center for Missing and READ MORE.

Virtual MLK Day Ceremony Scheduled For Jan. 18

The Valley’s annual Martin Luther King celebration, normally held at the Macedonia Baptist Church in Ansonia, has moved to a virtual event due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. This year’s ceremony will be held on Zoom at 12 p.m. on Jan. 18. All Valley residents and the public at large are encouraged to join the READ MORE.

Ansonia shares COVID-19 vaccine registration information for senior citizens

Sharing info from the City of Ansonia Facebook page:“Ansonia Residents: If you or any of your friends or family are over 75 and a member of the Ansonia senior center, please be on the lookout for a phone call from our Senior Center staff in the coming days. They will be offering assistance on how READ MORE.

Rochelle shares information on eligibility for COVID-19 vaccine

Friends and neighbors, Yesterday, our state’s COVID-19 positivity rate reached 10.72%, the highest level in months, making it even more important for eligible residents to receive the COVID-19 vaccine. Our state is currently in Phase 1A of the vaccine rollout. Individuals included in this phase are essential frontline workers, long-term care residents and staff, and first responders. READ MORE.

Ansonia Aldermen Talk MLK Day, New Business, Looming Budget, Police Station Construction

ANSONIA – The annual budget, frozen shakes, the new police station and celebrating the life of Martin Luther King, Jr. were some of the topics of conversation during the Tuesday (Jan. 12) Board of Aldermen meeting. Mayor David Cassetti kicked the meeting off by inviting all to tune in to a virtual celebration of the READ MORE.