33 Christmas Dinners Delivered To Ridgefield Residents 33 Christmas Dinners Delivered To Ridgefield Residents
33 Christmas Dinners Delivered To Ridgefield Residents The Ridgefield Police Benevolent Association teamed with Ridgefield Social Services and Pastor Beth from St. Andrew's Church to hand out 33 Christmas dinners to Ridgefield residents yesterday, the Ridgefield Police Department announced on Facebook. According to the Department's Facebook post, 850 Wood Fired Pizza and Ace Endico of Brewster donated the meals. The PBA also thanked the businesses for helping make the outreach possible.
Trumbull’s Vicki Tesoro Shares A Holiday Message Trumbull’s Vicki Tesoro Shares A Holiday Message
Trumbull’s Vicki Tesoro Shares A Holiday Message Trumbull First Selectman Vicki Tesoro offered a holiday greeting that emphasized safety, gratitude, and helping those in need. In her message posted on the Town of Trumbull's Facebook page, Tesoro urged the community to remember neighbors serving in the armed forces and the first responders who keep people safe year-round. She also pointed to the holiday season as a time to lean into compassion, giving, and thankfulness, per the announcement. Tesoro encouraged residents gathering with loved ones to renew their commitment to supporting people who need a hand, and closed by wishing everyone …
Darien Fire Marshal Shares Winter Heating Safety Tips Darien Fire Marshal Shares Winter Heating Safety Tips
Darien Fire Marshal Shares Winter Heating Safety Tips Darien’s Fire Marshal is urging residents to review home-heating and fireplace safety steps as colder weather pushes more activity indoors, the Town of Darien announced on Facebook. The town warned that home-heating equipment is a leading cause of house fires and said most heating fires can be prevented with a few safety tips and precautions. Roughly half of reported home heating fires happen in December, January, and February, the town said in a Facebook post. Among the Marshal's reminders: Test smoke alarms every month. Keep all items at least 3 feet from furnaces, fireplaces, wood sto…
20 Wilton Nonprofits Featured In Year-End Giving Push 20 Wilton Nonprofits Featured In Year-End Giving Push
20 Wilton Nonprofits Featured In Year-End Giving Push The Wilton Economic Development Commission announced on Facebook a year-end giving ideas list highlighting local nonprofits and encouraging people to donate close to home. The commission said even small gifts can help strengthen the community, and noted that many donations may be tax-deductible through each organization’s own website. The list includes: A Better Chance of Wilton Wilton Interfaith Action Committee (Wi-Act) Wilton Community Assistance Fund (WCAF) Wilton Volunteer Ambulance Corps (WVAC) Stay at Home in Wilton Wilton Go Green Trackside Teen Center Wilton Historical Society Wi…
Newtown Municipal Center Sets Holiday Hours Newtown Municipal Center Sets Holiday Hours
Newtown Municipal Center Sets Holiday Hours The Town of Newtown will close its Municipal Center on Christmas Day and New Year’s Day. The building will operate a half day on Christmas Eve from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. New Year’s Eve hours are also scheduled for 8 a.m. to 12 p.m., the town announced on Facebook.
Norwalk Partners Deliver Free Food Boxes For Holidays Norwalk Partners Deliver Free Food Boxes For Holidays
Norwalk Partners Deliver Free Food Boxes For Holidays Norwalk Public Schools partnered with Norwalk Mutual Aid and the Human Services Council to distribute free food boxes during a holiday community giveback event to families facing food insecurity, the school district said in a Facebook post. The giveback event provided free food boxes to help families during the winter months. According to the district’s Facebook post, the effort was supported by Blessings of Hope, with dozens of families receiving nutritious essentials. The district also thanked volunteers who arrived early to help the distribution run smoothly. Norwalk Public Schools clos…
Greenwich Fire Dept. Adds 10 New Thermal Imaging Cameras Greenwich Fire Dept. Adds 10 New Thermal Imaging Cameras
Greenwich Fire Dept. Adds 10 New Thermal Imaging Cameras On Dec. 22, the Greenwich Fire Department received 10 new Bullard XT Pro thermal imaging cameras. According to the Greenwich Fire Department's Facebook post, the buy is tied to a three-year capital budget plan aimed at swapping out the department’s existing supply of cameras. Firefighters trained in October, then reviewed several camera choices before selecting the Bullard XT Pro as the best fit for operational needs, the department stated on Facebook. The department also thanked those who helped move the project forward, including First Selectman Fred Camillo, the BET, and the RTM, noting…
Texas Roadhouse Gives $1,800 To Veterans In Danbury Texas Roadhouse Gives $1,800 To Veterans In Danbury
Texas Roadhouse Gives $1,800 To Veterans In Danbury Texas Roadhouse donated $1,800 in gift cards that Veterans Affairs Director Danny Hayes will distribute to local veterans this holiday season. The City of Danbury announced the donation on its Facebook page, praising the business for stepping up again for the community. The city said businesses like Texas Roadhouse make a difference by giving back regularly and supporting people who have served.
Couple Clears Stratford Library Giving Tree With Huge Toy Drop Couple Clears Stratford Library Giving Tree With Huge Toy Drop
Couple Clears Stratford Library Giving Tree With Huge Toy Drop A man and his wife swept up every remaining Giving Tree tag at Stratford Library and returned with two large boxes of toys for the Stratford Junior Woman’s Club holiday drive, according to a Facebook post from the Stratford Library Association. The small Giving Tree stood in the library’s lobby in Stratford as part of the Stratford Junior Women’s Club’s annual toy drive for children in need. Library visitors may have noticed the display over the past couple of weeks, with tags hanging from it ahead of the drive’s final day. As the deadline arrived, a man came into the library with items to…
WANTED: Photos of Mount Vernon Brick Round House WANTED: Photos of Mount Vernon Brick Round House
Wanted: Photos of Mount Vernon Brick Round House Wanted for a family history: photographs of the old brick round house that once stood at 401 South 9th Avenue, Mount Vernon, NY. The building was home to Rosen Bros. & Son, a family-owned scrap business, for many years. Photographs of any kind are welcome, including casual snapshots or images where the round house appears in the background. Recollections or written memories of the building or of Rosen Bros. & Son are also appreciated. Please send digitized photos or written recollections to [email protected], or mail hard copies to Daniel Rosen, 321 Greenlow Road, Baltimore, MD 212…
Darien Police Share Holiday Crime Tips For Deliveries, Home, Vehicles Darien Police Share Holiday Crime Tips For Deliveries, Home, Vehicles
Darien Police Share Holiday Crime Tips For Deliveries, Home, Vehicles The Darien Police Department is urging residents to follow a set of holiday crime-prevention tips for packages, home security, and vehicles in a post on its Facebook page. The message encourages residents to stay proactive about protecting their homes and loved ones during the holiday season to help head off crime. The department lays out several crucial steps for residents to keep in mind: Deliveries: Schedule important packages for times when someone will be home. Packages: Bring boxes inside soon after they arrive so they are not left unattended. Security cameras: Make sure home securi…
Danbury Police, Greentree Toyota Team Up For Holiday Toy Drive With Free Car-Seat Check Danbury Police, Greentree Toyota Team Up For Holiday Toy Drive With Free Car-Seat Check
Danbury Police, Greentree Toyota Team Up For Holiday Toy Drive With Free Car-Seat Check The City of Danbury Police Department and Greentree Toyota will team up for a holiday toy drive that also offers a free child seat safety check on Monday, Dec. 22, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The event, announced in Facebook posts by the City of Danbury Police Department and Greentree Toyota, invites community members to donate a new toy to help brighten the season for local families. Organizers describe the drive as a chance for residents to come together and share “holiday cheer” while giving back in the community. Those who drop off toys will also be able to enjoy food during the four-hour ev…