Today’s Vehicle Fire
Today's vehicle fire is a trailer at Sikorsky at 5900 Main Street according to unconfirmed radio reports. 2024-12-06@12:41pm--#Stratford CT--
Stratford Health Department is offering special flu clinics for preschool-aged children
STRATFORD, CT December 2, 2024—The Stratford Health Department is offering special flu clinics for preschool-aged children to assist families in meeting the Connecticut Department of Public Health’s influenza immunization requirement. The clinics will be held at the Stratford Health Department on the following dates: • Thursday, December 12, 2024, from 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM • Monday, December 30, 2024, from 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM • Thursday, January 2, 2025, from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM According to state guidelines, all preschool children (PK3 and PK4) are required to receive at least one dose of influenza vaccine each year between August 1st and December 31st. Children receiving the influenza vaccine for the first time must receive two doses separated by at least…
Stratford Library Teen Events for December
The Stratford Library Teen Department has a variety of exciting events planned for December: 12/1-12/31: December-Pop-Up ChallengeGuess how many holiday candy kisses in the jar & win the jar. It will make a great gift for anyone who loves chocolate.Location: Teen Department. Grades 6-12. 12/1-12/31: Holiday Celebration TreeDo you celebrate Diwali, Kwanza, Hanukkah, or Christmas? Maybe you celebrate the cold weather, warm flannel, or school vacation. Share whatever you feel like celebrating this season by designing your own mini-ornament to hang on the Teen Department tree.Location: Teen Department. Grades 6-12. No registration; while supplies last. Peer Tutoring/Homework HelpersAre you struggling with class or homework assignments? Need help with math or writing that essay? We have high school volunteers here ready…
AB23 Customz Celebrates Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
https://youtu.be/V1_4tPR8Fi8 Stratford — November 26, 2024 — Ab Twentythree Customz, Stratford’s newest print shop specializing in personalized products, celebrated its grand opening today with a ribbon cutting ceremony at 1341 West Broad Street. The event, held at 3:30 p.m., drew a supportive crowd eager to welcome co-owners Robert Alvarez and Julio Baez to the local business community. “We offer any type of custom item you need, whether it’s for the holidays, your business, or a special gift,” said Julio Baez at the ceremony. “This ribbon cutting means so much to us because we’ve worked so hard to get here. Thanks to the incredible support from our family, friends, and the community, we finally took the leap to make this dream…
Stratford Man Arrested for Reckless Driving, Engaging Police in Pursuit in July Incident on I-95 in Bridgeport
On Wednesday, November 20, 2024, at approximately 12:05 PM, Eliseo Batz Donis, a 27-year-old Stratford resident, was arrested at Milford Superior Court on an active warrant. The warrant was issued following an investigation into a July 2024 incident on I-95 in Bridgeport, where Batz Donis fled a traffic stop after multiple 911 calls reported his erratic driving. Batz Donis was arrested without incident and charged with several offenses, including reckless driving, disobeying an officer’s signal, engaging police in pursuit, misuse of registration plates, failure to maintain proper lane, improper turns without signaling, failure to renew registration, and operating a motor vehicle without insurance. He was held on a $50,000 bond and is scheduled to appear in Bridgeport Superior Court on…
Holiday Events Set at Stratford Library
NEGS, “Ebenezer” on Tap for Four Sundays in December The Stratford Library will present a series of free, holiday concerts and a special theatre performance on consecutive Sunday afternoons in the Library’s Lovell Room. Seasonal favorites are on the menu for the series, which will be held on Sundays, December 1, 8, 15, and 22 at 2 pm. The afternoons are all free and open to the public. The Bob Kolb Trio will kick off the series on December 1. The trio will play jazz interpretations of well-known holiday songs from “Home for the Holidays” to “Jingle Bells.” Long-time members of the Trio include David Childs on piano and Steve Roane on bass. Individually, they have played for or with…
Stratford High School Dedicates English Wing to Beloved Educator Rubye Kinlow McNeil
https://youtu.be/pOCRUCdsCZA Stratford, CT — The Stratford Board of Education, in collaboration with Mayor Laura R. Hoydick and the Town of Stratford, proudly announced the dedication of the Rubye Kinlow McNeil English and Literature Wing at Stratford High School. This momentous event honors the life and legacy of Rubye Kinlow McNeil, an esteemed educator who taught in the Stratford school system for 32 years, leaving a lasting impact on countless students. One of the first Black female teachers in Stratford, Ms. McNeil began her career during the pre-Civil Rights era and served as a trailblazer for diversity and inclusion in education. Ms. McNeil's dedication to teaching was matched only by her commitment to inspiring young minds. Known for her creativity, leadership,…
Opera Program at Stratford Library November 24
The Stratford Library will host a special opera and writing event featuring Italian opera singer and poet Stefano Russo on Sunday, November 24, at 2 p.m. Russo, who previously impressed audiences during “National Poetry Month,” will perform opera selections alongside acclaimed pianist Jacob Wang, while friend Joe Naylor reads and discusses excerpts from Russo's memoir, The Prisoner. The program is free and open to the public. Born in Rome, Italy, Stefano Russo is an Italian American artist who moved to the U.S. in 2011. His career began with opera singing but evolved into a passion for writing, particularly poetry. He has published several collections, including Life, a Labyrinth of Thoughts and Beyond the Chains of the Mind, and released his…
Stratford Library November Kid’s Events
November StorytimesThe Stratford Library Children’s Dept. offers weekly storytimes for children at 10:30 am. On Mondays, Toddler Time meets for ages 0-2. On Tuesdays, Preschool Storytime meets for ages 3-5. Baby Lapsit meets on Thursdays for babies 0-18 months. Friday Fun offers stories and songs for ages 1-5. Enjoy early literacy activities and meet other families at Library storytimes! (No storytimes on Monday, Nov 11, Thursday, Nov 28, and Friday, Nov 29). Registration is required. To register, visit stratfordlibrary.org, then choose Events. For more information, call 203.385.4165 or visit stratfordlibrary.org/kids. Book ScientistsThe Stratford Library Children’s Dept. offers Book Scientist kits for children ages 3-12, with books and activities based on the child’s age. This month’s theme is Outer Space (Nov…
Local Bites: Gregory’s Pizza Family Restaurant
This time on Local Bites, I want to spotlight Gregory's Pizza Family Restaurant. With over 20 years of experience in the kitchen, Greg has quickly made a name for himself in the area, especially for his seasonal Plum Tomato Pies—a true local favorite in August when tomatoes are at their peak. But Gregory’s menu goes far beyond pizza, with a diverse array of thoughtfully crafted dishes, including stuffed breads, calzones, grinders, stromboli, fresh salads, pasta, and more. Each item is made with the same level of dedication and quality as his celebrated pies, ensuring a standout experience no matter what you’re craving. Today, I want to highlight a few standout dishes that showcase the variety and quality Gregory offers beyond…