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Full of Holiday Cheer, it’s ‘First Friday’ in Chester Tonight
CHESTER, Conn. – It’s the First Friday in December, and in Chester, that means the lighting of the Christmas tree, the Menorah and holiday carols sung outside the downtown shops and restaurants until 8 p.m. Festivities start in front of The French Hen at 6 p.m., and a very special guest (whose … [Read More...]
Celebrate 10th Annual Ivoryton Illuminations , Saturday
IVORYTON -- Looking for a different way to celebrate Christmas? Head down to Ivoryton for the 10th Annual Ivoryton Illuminations on Saturday, Dec. 7, from 5 to 8 p.m. The entire village of Ivoryton will be participating in this Holiday Extravaganza with carol singing, Santa’s Grotto, a Holiday … [Read More...]
Join Essex Land Trust on Inaugural Hike of Woodja Hill Preserve, Dec. 14
ESSEX -- Join the Essex Land Trust in its inaugural hike of the Woodja Hill Preserve on Saturday, Dec. 14, at 10 a.m. The 18.5 acres of ridge property was purchased in 2018 with financial support from the Town of Essex and the State of Connecticut and connects with three other properties: Doanes’ … [Read More...]
Shop & Stroll at 15th Biennial Holiday House Tour in Historic Essex, Saturday; Benefits Child & Family Agency
ESSEX -- The town of Essex opens their homes this December to support Child & Family Agency of Southeastern CT. On Saturday, Dec. 7, the Essex River Valley Auxiliary of the Child & Family Agency of Southeastern CT presents a self-guided walking tour through six distinctive houses, … [Read More...]
Legal News You Can Use: Do You Know the True Purpose of Alimony?
Alimony is an important protection for some divorcees. If you are divorcing, it might be something you're looking into seeking, too. Do you know how it's determined? Do you have any idea about how much you need? Here's a little more about alimony, so you can understand what to expect. 1. … [Read More...]
Safety Improvements in Deep River, Essex to Impact December Traffic
ESSEX/DEEP RIVER -- State Senator Norm Needleman (D-Essex) has announced that the Department of Transportation plans to conduct a safety improvement project on State Rte. 602, Warsaw St. and Main St., in Deep River and Essex in December. New guiderails will be installed on those streets beginning … [Read More...]
Death of VNN Contributor, Former NY State Senator Jerome ‘Jerry’ Wilson Announced
ESSEX -- It is with great sadness that we report the passing of our beloved contributor, Jerome 'Jerry' L. Wilson. Mr. Wilson, 88, passed away Friday, Nov. 1, in Essex. We have not yet heard the details of services for Mr. Wilson but will publish them as soon as we receive them. Mr. Wilson was a … [Read More...]
Needleman Easily Wins Another Term as Essex First Selectman, No Changes on Board of Selectmen
ESSEX -- Incumbent First Selectman Norman Needleman (D) cruised to victory in Tuesday's election with more than twice the number of votes of his opponent, Matthew Fleming (R). Needleman also serves as the State Senator for the 33rd CT District. His running mate, incumbent selectman Stacia … [Read More...]
Essex Elementary School Foundation Grants Over $40,000 to Essex Elementary School for the 2019-2020 School Year
ESSEX -- The Essex Elementary School Foundation (EESF), supported by the residents and community of Essex, has announced a commitment to funding over $40,000 slated for enrichment programs at Essex Elementary School (EES) for the 2019-2020 school year. These programs offered at EES would otherwise … [Read More...]
Connecticut’s Second Living Shoreline Restoration Project Underway in Old Saybrook
OLD SAYBROOK – The Connecticut River Conservancy (CRC) will complete by the early spring of 2020 a living shoreline project in Old Saybrook in partnership with the Lynde Point Land Trust and the Borough of Fenwick. This will be only the second living shoreline project in Connecticut. CRC has … [Read More...]
Ivoryton’s Eberle, Who Helped Save Man From Burning Car, Presented with Carnegie Medal in Essex Presentation
ESSEX -- Carnegie Hero Stephen Anthony Eberle of Ivoryton, Conn., was presented with the Carnegie Medal at a ceremony held Oct. 25, at the Essex Town Hall conference room. U.S. Rep. Joe Courtney, who represents Connecticut’s 2nd District, presented the award. Eberle, with another man, saved a … [Read More...]
Eversource Manager Cataudella Raises “At-Risk” Monarch Caterpillars, Butterflies in Spare Time
DEEP RIVER -- Luann Cataudella spends her days as the Emergency Preparedness Training Manager at Eversource but in her free time, she’s raising monarch butterflies at her Deep River home. It’s a hobby and passion she stumbled upon when she was clearing milkweed from her yard and discovered … [Read More...]
RECENT NEWS
Ivoryton’s Eberle, Who Helped Save Man From Burning Car, Presented with Carnegie Medal in Essex Presentation
ESSEX -- Carnegie Hero Stephen Anthony Eberle of Ivoryton, Conn., was presented with the Carnegie … [Read More...]
Ivoryton Lighting Manufacturer L.C. Doane Powers Facility with Sunlight
Longtime U.S. Military supplier in Ivoryton sees environmental, financial benefits of going … [Read More...]
Kinship & Respite Fund Grants Available to Help Guardians With School Expenses
AREAWIDE -- With adults already thinking back-to-school, District of Saybrook Probate Judge Jeannine … [Read More...]
Kenny Peterson is Chester/Deep River Boy Scout Troop 13’s Newest Eagle Scout
CHESTER/DEEP RIVER -- Troop 13 - Scouts BSA congratulates Kenneth Andrew Peterson for earning the … [Read More...]
Ply the Waters of the Connecticut River Aboard the ‘Onrust’ Through October
ESSEX – The Connecticut River Museum (CRM) is currently hosting the Onrust, a re-creation of the … [Read More...]
COMMUNITY
Full of Holiday Cheer, it’s ‘First Friday’ in Chester Tonight
CHESTER, Conn. – It’s the First Friday in December, and in Chester, that means the lighting of the … [Read More...]
Reading Uncertainly? ‘Identity’ by Francis Fukuyama
Stanford University’s Francis Fukuyama always challenges our minds. From his The End of History and … [Read More...]
Douglas is Chester/Deep River Boy Scout Troop 13’s Newest Eagle Scout
CHESTER/DEEP RIVER -- Chester/Deep River Boy Scout Troop 13 has proudly announced that Ryan David … [Read More...]
ARTS
‘Cabaret’ Opens at Ivoryton Playhouse, Runs Through Sept. 1
IVORYTON – “There was a cabaret and there was a master of ceremonies and there was a city called … [Read More...]
Gainor Davis Starts as New Head of CT River Museum in Essex
ESSEX – The Connecticut River Museum, on the waterfront in Essex, Conn., has announced the selection … [Read More...]
Where Art Meets Nature: I-Park Hosts Free, Open Studios Events, Sunday
EAST HADDAM -- The public is invited to visit I-Park for its first Open Studios of the 2019 season. … [Read More...]
SCHOOLS
Essex Elementary School Foundation Grants Over $40,000 to Essex Elementary School for the 2019-2020 School Year
ESSEX -- The Essex Elementary School Foundation (EESF), supported by the residents and community of … [Read More...]
Legislators, Superintendents, Residents Express Universal Opposition to Forced School Regionalization
Special to ValleyNewsNow.com Over 100 people turned out for an Education and Regionalization … [Read More...]
Rep. Carney, Local School Superintendents Host Forum Tomorrow on School Regionalization, Education
State Rep. Devin Carney (R-23rd) in conjunction with the School Superintendents from Lyme-Old Lyme … [Read More...]
BUSINESS
‘Come Home to Chester’ Tonight for ‘First Friday’
CHESTER – The theme of the First Friday in October is “Come Home to Chester,” and longtime … [Read More...]
Centerbrook Business Launches New Product Line Bursting with Bubbles; Includes Jewelry Cleaner, Shower Aromatherapy, Calcium Supplement
ESSEX -- Centerbrook-based manufacturer Tower Laboratories Ltd., has launched a diverse line of … [Read More...]
It’s ‘First Friday’ in Chester! Much to Enjoy at Shops, Galleries, Restaurants
CHESTER -- It’s May Daze on the First Friday of May in Chester! With shops and galleries open until … [Read More...]
POLITICS
Needleman Easily Wins Another Term as Essex First Selectman, No Changes on Board of Selectmen
ESSEX -- Incumbent First Selectman Norman Needleman (D) cruised to victory in Tuesday's election … [Read More...]
Palm Holds Young Earner Prosperity Roundtable
CHESTER – State Representative Christine Palm (D-36) is convening a Young Earner Prosperity … [Read More...]
Essex Republican Town Committee Announces Candidates for Town Office; Fleming, Glowac to Run For BOS
ESSEX -- The Essex Republican Town Committee has fielded a slate of candidates who bring a variety … [Read More...]
UPCOMING EVENTS
Become a Middlesex Health Hospice Volunteer
MIDDLETOWN—Middlesex Health’s Hospice Program is looking for volunteers. Hospice volunteers are … [Read More...]
Ply the Waters of the Connecticut River Aboard the ‘Onrust’ Through October
ESSEX – The Connecticut River Museum (CRM) is currently hosting the Onrust, a re-creation of the … [Read More...]
Estuary Offers Chair Massages, Wednesdays
OLD SAYBROOK -- The Estuary Council of Seniors 220 Main St Old Saybrook is offering Chair Massage by … [Read More...]
Shop & Stroll at 15th Biennial Holiday House Tour in Historic Essex, Saturday; Benefits Child & Family Agency
ESSEX -- The town of Essex opens their homes this December to support Child & Family Agency of … [Read More...]
Join Essex Land Trust on Inaugural Hike of Woodja Hill Preserve, Dec. 14
ESSEX -- Join the Essex Land Trust in its inaugural hike of the Woodja Hill Preserve on Saturday, … [Read More...]
Celebrate 10th Annual Ivoryton Illuminations , Saturday
IVORYTON -- Looking for a different way to celebrate Christmas? Head down to Ivoryton for the 10th … [Read More...]
Full of Holiday Cheer, it’s ‘First Friday’ in Chester Tonight
CHESTER, Conn. – It’s the First Friday in December, and in Chester, that means the lighting of the … [Read More...]
COLUMNISTS
Legal News You Can Use: Do You Know the True Purpose of Alimony?
Alimony is an important protection for some divorcees. If you are divorcing, it might be something … [Read More...]
Reading Uncertainly? ‘Identity’ by Francis Fukuyama
Stanford University’s Francis Fukuyama always challenges our minds. From his The End of History and … [Read More...]