07/06/2020
07/06/2020
Local News for Oxford, Connecticut
07/06/2020
07/05/2020
Valley United Way: #weekendread Well, we just …
#weekendread Well, we just happened to send out our Newsletter for July, so why not give it a read this weekend between fireworks and eating hotdogs cooked on the grill! Read the article on twitter.com READ MORE.
07/04/2020
Valley United Way: Happy Independence Day Valley! …
Happy Independence Day Valley! We are so grateful that we get to LIVE UNITED with you as we pursue a better community and a better America. Read the article on twitter.com READ MORE.
07/03/2020
Valley United Way: If you own a …
If you own a business in Lower Nauguatuck Valley, or work with other businesses, you likely know this hard working team. We want to THANK these unsung heroes for all the support they’ve provided to the business community over these past few months. Thank you! @Valley_Chamber Read the article on twitter.com READ MORE.
07/02/2020
Valley United Way: Hey Valley! Are your …
Hey Valley! Are your taxes done yet? VITA tax preppers are ready to meet with you virtually to walk through the process () & you can file for free through My Free Taxes (https://t.co/wpNrJaaknh). You have access to all this if you made under 54k last year! Read the article on twitter.com READ MORE.
07/01/2020
Valley United Way: All the gardens in …
All the gardens in the Grow Your Own program are planted! Keep your eyes open for squash in the next couple weeks, and if you have peas in your garden, pick them before they’re gone! Interested in volunteering? Email Corey from Massaro at Education@massarofarm.org to sign up! Read the article on twitter.com READ MORE.
07/01/2020
Reopening Continues Slowly at Area Town Halls, Businesses
OXFORD-SOUTHBURY – Businesses within the Pomperaug District Department of Health are slowly reopening with limited hours and strict social distancing guidelines in place as the state’s Covid-19 case numbers continue to decline. Read the rest of the article on primepublishers.com READ MORE.
06/30/2020
Household Hazardous Waste & Paint Collection
A Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) and Paint Collection Day is scheduled for the towns of Ansonia, Beacon Falls, Bethlehem, Bristol, Cheshire, Derby, Middlebury, Naugatuck, Oxford, Prospect, Seymour, Southbury, Thomaston, Waterbury, Watertown, Wolcott and Woodbury for Saturday, July 18 from 8:00 A.M. to 2:00 P.M. The event will be held at the Crosby High School, 300 READ MORE.
06/30/2020
Valley United Way: As CT begins to …
As CT begins to reopen businesses & the economy, resources are available to support job-seekers and businesses get back to work. Several partnerships have been made to provide residents with job-training for in-demand skills, and custom job portals, Read the article on twitter.com READ MORE.
06/29/2020
Valley United Way: “Have an old phone/tablet lying around Donate it to TeleHealth Access for Seniors, a registered 501c3 non-profit, which collects & donates used camera enabled devices to community clinics and provides training on how to use them! Find out more here: …
“Have an old phone/tablet lying around? Donate it to TeleHealth Access for Seniors, a registered 501c3 non-profit, which collects & donates used camera enabled devices to community clinics and provides training on how to use them! Find out more here: Read the article on twitter.com READ MORE.
06/27/2020
Valley United Way: #weekendreads (and watch) Check …
#weekendreads (and watch) Check out what United Way is doing for refugee and migrant families and learn a little bit more about these neighbors who are trying to make better lives for themselves. Read the article on twitter.com READ MORE.
06/26/2020
Valley United Way: Did you know that …
Did you know that if you have an EBT/SNAP card that there are some farmer’s markets that double your money? Here’s a list of farmers markets in CT that accept and double SNAP/EBT points. Check if the market is open and give them a visit this weekend! Read the article on twitter.com READ MORE.
06/25/2020
Valley United Way: Pat Charmel is one …
Pat Charmel is one of our wonderful board members here at VUW, but he is also the President/CEO for Griffin Hospital and a local Hero. Through all of the pandemic, he has been leading his team, with the help of many others, to keep our community safe, and bring us back to health. Read the READ MORE.
06/24/2020
CT Supreme Court upholds police officer immunity in fatal crash that killed Oxford teen
The state Supreme Court upheld police officer immunity in fatal police chases in the death of a Oxford teenager in 2012. Read the rest of the article on ctpost.com READ MORE.
06/24/2020
Valley United Way: The work continues, & …
The work continues, & should continue. If you want to help yourself grow in being a better ally to BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, People of Color) individuals, and register for this FREE anti-racism training from the Diversity & Resilience Institute of El Paso. Read the article on twitter.com READ MORE.
06/24/2020
Julia Fernandez Beck
OXFORD – Julia Fernandez Beck of Oxford died Monday, June 15, 2020. Read the rest of the article on primepublishers.com READ MORE.
06/23/2020
Valley United Way: The gardens are growing …
The gardens are growing and strawberries need to be picked! Is there a garden near you? Check it out and see if you have strawberry plants that need some harvesting! to find out more about the gardens, and how to volunteer visit this site: Read the article on twitter.com READ MORE.
06/22/2020
Valley United Way: How are YOU feeling …
How are YOU feeling today? Whether you are sick or not, you can download this ANONYMOUS and FREE app to help public health officials collect more research. This doesn’t require logging in or sharing of any personal details, such as name or email address. . Read the article on twitter.com READ MORE.
06/21/2020
Valley United Way: #weekendread Get to know …
#weekendread Get to know a little bit more about ALICE (Assest Limited. Income Constrained. Employeed)… Read the article on twitter.com READ MORE.
06/20/2020