Local News for Southbury, Connecticut

Spring is in the air at Southbury Parks & Rec!

Southbury Parks & Recreation would like to remind you of the following: – SOUTHBURY RESIDENTS – TO RECEIVE THE EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT for the 6 weeks Full Summer of Adventure Day Camp, sign-up by May 9, 2021! – EASTER EGG HUNT ends on April 13, 2021 – send your pictures in by noon April 14, READ MORE.

Southbury Community Rallies Behind Eva Houlihan and Family, Go Fund Launched for Medical Expenses

A Go Fund Me campaign has been launched for Eva Houlihan who was in an accident on Monday, April 5 and is now in critical condition. The community of Southbury has rallied behind the family offering heartfelt prayers and making donations to help with medical expenses. The organizer of the campaign is Audrey Farfan who READ MORE.

Southbury Mourns Passing of Pomperaug High School Junior, Ryan Rutledge

Ryan Anthony Rutledge, 17, passed away unexpectedly on April 5, 2021. He was the beloved son of Anthony and Valerie (Kuehn) Rutledge; and twin brother of Patrick Francis Rutledge. Ryan was a junior at Pomperaug High School achieving high honors, and enrolled in numerous AP courses. When he wasn’t studying, he was quite the athlete READ MORE.

Ryan Anthony Rutledge

SOUTHBURY – Ryan Anthony Rutledge, 17, passed away unexpectedly on April 5, 2021. He was the beloved son of Anthony and Valerie (Kuehn) Rutledge, and twin brother of Patrick Francis Rutledge. Read the rest of the article on primepublishers.com READ MORE.

Area HS Sports Standout Killed, Girl Critically Injured In Single-Vehicle Crash

A high school sports standout in Connecticut was killed in a single-vehicle crash that also left a 16-year-old girl in critical condition. New Haven County resident Ryan Rutledge, age 17, of Southbury, died on Monday, April 5, after his Jeep went off the roadway around 10:35 p.m., and hit a wire rop… Read the rest READ MORE.

Southbury Happenings: Earth Day Poster Contest, Talented Neighbors, Park Clean-up and More!

Upcoming Events in Southbury Southbury’s Got Talent4/9/2021 | 7:00-9:00pm From the comfort of your couch, join us for a fun evening to support the arts and unite our community. Organizers: Southbury DTC. Click for the event’s details. Read the rest of the article on hamlethub.com READ MORE.

Pomperaug Watershed Treasure Hunt

Hop in a car with your team and challenge your friends to the Pomperaug Watershed Treasure Hunt! By solving the clues, you and your team will track down lots of insta-worthy natural wonders and historic locations. Participants can register themselves or a team for $25. Pre-registration for the Treasure Hunt is open now and clues will READ MORE.

“What Earth Day Means to Me” Poster Contest

Use a minimum of 50% recycled or repurposed materials (cardboard, shipping envelope, magazine clippings, packaging etc.). Mixed medias. Be creative! Posters will be displayed at the Woodbury Public Library between April 18th and April 30th. Awards will be given to first, second, and third place winners in each category (Adult, Teen, Tween, and Child). Winners READ MORE.

45th Annual UCC Southbury Strawberry Festival

Vendors, plant sale, grilled food, baked goods, children’s games and of course, Strawberry Shortcake! Artists, artisans and vendors – registration forms for booth space are available at www.uccsouthbury.org. ### Event: 45th Annual UCC Southbury Strawberry Festival Event Date: 6/12/2021 Event Rain Date: 6/13/2021 Event Time: 10:00am-4:00pm Admission Fee: Free Event Organizers: The United Church of READ MORE.

Shirley Jean Presti

SOUTHBURY – Shirley Jean Presti passed away peacefully on March 12, 2021, surrounded by her loving family. Read the rest of the article on primepublishers.com READ MORE.

Marcia (Sable) Davison

SOUTHBURY – Marcia (Sable) Davison, 84, passed after a brief illness on Thursday March 25, 2021, at VITAS hospice at St. Mary’s Hospital. She was the wife of W. Richard Davison. Read the rest of the article on primepublishers.com READ MORE.

RIBBON CUTTING CEREMONY

Pomperaug Woods, an independent living community for seniors in Southbury, celebrated the opening of its new memory care neighborhood with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Monday, March 29. The community offers a continuum of care in a Life Plan Community to… Read the rest of the article on primepublishers.com READ MORE.

Nonprofits Come Together for Benefit of Grieving Children Across the State

SOUTHBURY – Three local nonprofit organizations came together for the benefit of grieving children across the state on Tuesday, March 16. The Cove Center for Grieving Children accepted a gift of 150 Healing Chickadee packages made possible through a grant… Read the rest of the article on primepublishers.com READ MORE.

Patricia Elizabeth Barnathan

SOUTHBURY – Patricia Elizabeth Barnathan, 94, passed peacefully, surrounded by her loving family, on March 29, 2021. Read the rest of the article on primepublishers.com READ MORE.

Garden Club Offers Scholarship

SOUTHBURY – The Southbury Garden Club is accepting applications for the 2021 Harriet Koons Memorial Scholarship. Read the rest of the article on primepublishers.com READ MORE.

Rosemarie D. Roy

SOUTHBURY – Rosemarie D. Roy, known by her family and friends as “Ro Lipari,” entered into eternal rest, with Jesus, on Thursday April 1, 2021. Her deep Christian faith gave her strength as she combatted chronic heart failure and other… Read the rest of the article on primepublishers.com READ MORE.

In Southbury: Online Permitting Launched

SOUTHBURY – The town has launched a new online permitting system. The introduction of the City Squared system to request building and zoning permits online minimizes the need for residents and contractors to visit Town Hall. Read the rest of the article on primepublishers.com READ MORE.

At Heritage Village: Computer Club Plans Phone Program

SOUTHBURY – The Heritage Village Computer Club will host a presentation by Paul Medina at its monthly general meeting, 10 a.m. Wednesday, April 14, via Zoom. Read the rest of the article on primepublishers.com READ MORE.

Southbury Selectmen Review Questions on State’s STS Plans

SOUTHBURY – The Board of Selectmen, at a special meeting on Tuesday, March 30, reviewed and edited the questions submitted by the Strategic Plan Commission regarding the Southbury Training School. Read the rest of the article on primepublishers.com READ MORE.

Joseph Francis Kepics

SOUTHBURY – Joseph Francis Kepics, 79, beloved husband and cherished dad, entered into eternal rest surrounded by his loving family on March 31, 2021. He was the devoted husband of Elizabeth Kepics for 57 years. Read the rest of the article on primepublishers.com READ MORE.