Stratford

STRATFORD HEALTH DEPARTMENT CONTINUES BACK-TO-SCHOOL IMMUNIZATION CLINICS

STRATFORD, CT – The Stratford Health Department is reminding families that its Back-to-School Immunization Clinics are continuing to help ensure students receive the vaccinations required for school entry before the new academic year begins. The clinics will be held at the Stratford Health Department, 468 Birdseye Street, 3rd Floor, Stratford. Appointments are preferred, but walk-ins are welcome. The clinics are available for students under age 19. Upcoming clinic dates are: • Thursday, August 6, 2026, from 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.• Tuesday, August 11, 2026, from 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. “We want families to have easy access to the vaccines their children need for a safe and healthy school year,” said Andrea Boissevain, MPH, Health Director. “These clinics support…

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STRATFORD LIBRARY ANNOUNCES AUGUST TEEN PROGRAMS

STRATFORD, CT – The Stratford Library Association has announced its lineup of August programs for teens at the Stratford Library, located at 2203 Main Street. The events are open to students in grades 7 through 13, with a mix of creative activities, games, and clubs throughout the month. The Teen Summer Reading Program continues through August 15. Participants can log the minutes they spend reading for chances to win weekly prizes and be entered into the grand prize drawing. Registration is open through August 15. On Tuesday, August 4, from 3 to 4:30 p.m., teens can learn the art of paper-folding flowers and paint their own flower pots during Flower Art and Flower Pot Painting in the Lovell Room. No…

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First Pool of Mosquitoes in Stratford Test Positive for West Nile Virus

Stratford, Connecticut (July 29, 2026) - The Stratford Health Department announced that the Connecticut Agricultural Experiment Station reported mosquitos trapped at Beaver Dam Road and Beacon Point last week have tested positive for West Nile Virus (WNV). Two types of mammal biting species of mosquitoes were isolated, Conquillatridia perturbans at Beaver Dam and Culex restuans, at Beacon Point.   “It is usually around this time of year where the state reports that they have found pools of mosquitos testing positive for West Nile Virus in our area, and we expect to see more positive pools into late summer. I urge all residents to take the necessary and simple steps to prevent exposure and bites,” said Andrea Boissevain, Director of Health.  Stratford’s Environmental Conservation Superintendent Kelly…

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STRATFORD HEALTH DEPARTMENT TO HOST BACK-TO-SCHOOL IMMUNIZATION CLINICS

STRATFORD, CT – As the new school year approaches, the Stratford Health Department is reminding families that it will be hosting Back-to-School Immunization Clinics to help ensure that school-aged children are up to date on their required vaccinations. The clinics will be held at the Stratford Health Department, 468 Birdseye Street, 3rd Floor, Stratford, on the following dates: • Thursday, August 6, 2026, from 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.• Tuesday, August 11, 2026, from 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Appointments are preferred, but walk-ins are welcome. Families wishing to schedule an appointment should call 203-385-4090. Available vaccines include Tdap, Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B, Varicella (Chickenpox), Measles, Mumps, Rubella (MMR), Polio, and Meningococcal vaccines. The clinics are open to students under…

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Stratford News: Marianna’s Pantry Celebrates Ribbon Cutting At Stratford Location

Marianna’s Pantry celebrated a ribbon cutting at its Stratford location, marking a new chapter for the family-owned café after moving from Trumbull to 7365 Main Street in Oronoque Plaza. The business is owned by sisters Melissa Cotto and Marina DeCarli, who built Marianna’s Pantry around family, food, and community. The café offers specialty coffees, fresh baked goods, breakfast, lunch, sandwiches, and take-home meals made with fresh, local ingredients. Marianna’s Pantry is named after the sisters’ mother, Marianna DeCarli, whose kindness, work ethic, and love for family inspired the business. The family’s Italian roots are also reflected throughout the menu, including sandwiches and items named after family members, such as Frankie, Alexandra, Liana, Christian, and Nonno, among many others. Melissa said…

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Stratford Fireworks Celebration Set for July 2

The Town of Stratford Announces Fireworks Celebration on July 2 and Hotline for Information The Town of Stratford is excited to announce that the Independence Day fireworks are scheduled for Thursday, July 2, 2026, at Short Beach Park, located at 1 Dorne Drive. The show will begin at approximately 9:00 p.m., with a rain date set for Monday, July 6, 2026. This year’s fireworks are generously sponsored by IBEW Local Union 488. Additionally, a fireworks information hotline is now active. For the most up-to-date event details, including weather or traffic updates, residents and visitors are encouraged to call the Stratford Fireworks Hotline at 203-380-6757. Parking and Access: On the entire day of July 2, only Stratford residents will be allowed…

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