01/25/2020
01/25/2020
Local News for Oxford, Connecticut
01/25/2020
01/24/2020
Valley United Way: Super Bowl Sunday is …
Super Bowl Sunday is coming up and the United Way has partnered with the NFL to huddle to 100! The NFL is challenging school kids to give 100 minutes of volunteer time before the Superbowl and to get some creative ideas to do it: Read the article on twitter.com READ MORE.
01/23/2020
Valley United Way: We were sad that …
We were sad that the CT Food Bank School Market was cancelled this week, but are so grateful that we have some great Food Pantries in the Valley. If you need help with food, please visit any of these locations to help you stay well fed this month. Read the article on twitter.com READ MORE.
01/22/2020
Lynn Ann Ortoli
OXFORD – Lynn Ann Ortoli, 72, beloved wife of Fred Ortoli of Oxford, died peacefully Friday, January 17, 2020, at the Joel E. Smilow Heart Institute at Bridgeport Hospital with her family by her side. Read the rest of the article on primepublishers.com READ MORE.
01/22/2020
Resident Complains About Appointments
OXFORD – Resident Stephen Brown told the members of the Board of Selectmen at their meeting on Wednesday, January 15, that they went against charter by appointing Scott Flaherty and Nicole Levine McGrath to the Board of Education. Read the rest of the article on primepublishers.com READ MORE.
01/22/2020
Strong Scholarship Available
OXFORD – The application window is now open for the Rowland R. Strong and Edith H. Strong Memorial Scholarship. Read the rest of the article on primepublishers.com READ MORE.
01/22/2020
By Oxford Superintendent: School Board Updated on Special Ed Plans
OXFORD – Superintendent Dr. Jason McKinnon gave an update on special education and the recent learning walk-throughs at the schools during the Board of Education meeting on Tuesday, January 7. Read the rest of the article on primepublishers.com READ MORE.
01/22/2020
Valley United Way: Save the Date! Attend …
Save the Date! Attend our Annual Meeting on Thursday April 30th from 5:30-8. Hors d’oeuvres, a cash bar, and a formal dinner will be part of the evening as we reveal the Strategic Planning efforts we’ve been working on. Get your tickets! Read the article on twitter.com READ MORE.
01/22/2020
Wing-Nite Planned
OXFORD – Christ Church Quaker Farms will host “Wing-Nite” from 5 to 7 p.m. Saturday, January 25. The all-you-can-eat event featuring live music by Lost Rebel will take place at the church, located on Route 188, 470 Quaker Farms Rd. Read the rest of the article on primepublishers.com READ MORE.
01/21/2020
Valley United Way: UPDATE! DUE TO TECHNICAL …
UPDATE! DUE TO TECHNICAL PROBLEMS THE SUNNYSIDE SCHOOL FARMER’S MARKET WILL BE CANCELLED TODAY. THE NEXT DROP WILL BE NEXT MONTH. Read the article on twitter.com READ MORE.
01/21/2020
Play practice is cancelled for this morning (Tuesday, January 21st) only. Afternoon rehearsal is as scheduled.
Play practice is cancelled for this morning (Tuesday, January 21st) only. Afternoon rehearsal is as scheduled. Read the article on facebook.com READ MORE.
01/21/2020
Valley United Way: Don’t forget. TODAY is …
Don’t forget. TODAY is the School Farmer’s Market by the CT Food Bank at Sunnyside School from 4-5 pm. They will be providing FREE food to anyone that needs it from veggies to shelf stable products. No questions asked, just bring your reusable bags! Read the article on twitter.com READ MORE.
01/20/2020
QUAKER FARMS EVENT
Students and staff at Quaker Farms School in Oxford recently raised $830 to benefit the Connecticut Children’s Medical Center and honor children fighting cancer. The first fundraiser was a pajama day that took place on Friday, December 13. Participants donated… Read the rest of the article on primepublishers.com READ MORE.
01/20/2020
Lynn Ann Ortoli
OXFORD – Lynn Ann Ortoli, 72, beloved wife of Fred Ortoli of Oxford, died peacefully Friday, January 17, 2020 at the Joel E. Smilow Heart Institute at Bridgeport Hospital with her family by her side. Read the rest of the article on primepublishers.com READ MORE.
01/20/2020
Biz Spotlight: All-star looks to create all-stars
OXFORD — An all-star lineup of baseball and softball talent has gathered at Rob Dibble’s Smash Factory. Dibble, a former Major League Baseball pitcher who earned two All-Star nominations and won the 1990 World Series with the Cincinnati Reds, opened the facility Dec. 16 with co-owner Jerry Attanasio, a Waterbury attorney who played college football READ MORE.
01/20/2020
Valley United Way: As we honor Dr. …
As we honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s legacy today, remember all that he stood for and may it encourage you to also stand for your community through volunteering, advocacy and partnership. Thanks to all our community leaders out there doing good work! Read the article on twitter.com READ MORE.
01/20/2020
Friendly reminder regarding Kirk’s pond and skating: Skating is allowed only when the ice measures at least 4-6 inches thick in all
Friendly reminder regarding Kirk’s pond and skating: Skating is allowed only when the ice measures at least 4-6 inches thick in all spots. If the sign says “No Skating”, police will be checking the area and will remove anyone attempting to skate on the unsafe surface. After a snowfall, please do not shovel the ice READ MORE.
01/18/2020
Valley United Way: Did you know CT …
Did you know? CT has the 6th highest median housing cost in the country? For those under the poverty level or are Asset Limited Income Restrained Employed (ALICE) often 30% -50% of their income is spent just on housing. How can change this? ! Read the article on twitter.com READ MORE.
01/17/2020
There will be no open swim Saturday, Jan. 18th due to Oxford High School being closed for the impending snowstorm
There will be no open swim Saturday, Jan. 18th due to Oxford High School being closed for the impending snowstorm Read the article on facebook.com READ MORE.
01/17/2020