'Sweat' Part of WCSU Spring Virtual Production Series

Western CT State University student Julia Rocchio of Naugatuck is part of the cast of "Sweat."

Cheryl A. Jankura Memorial Food Drive

Food drive honoring late teacher, two civic leaders to support Bread for Life Summer Lunch Program

Warner Theatre To Take Part in Give Local

The Warner is participating in the fun and inspiring 36-hour online giving event held by the Connecticut Community Foundation.

A Thank You From Jamie Hulley Arts Foundation

The organization reached their goal with their first raffle fundraiser. 1,965 tickets were purchased by over 800 supporters.

Quinnipiac University Community Installs Rain Garden

The Quinnipiac University community members installed a rain garden to benefit Mill River on April 9 and 10.

Seven Angels Theatre To Participate in Give Local April 20-21

As they now gratefully see light at the end of the tunnel, Seven Angels is reaching out once again for help and support.

From Griffin Hospital: Your New Career Path Could Start May 17

Take advantage of this limited time offer to jump-start your healthcare career.

Putting it Frankly: Give Local is This Week

Frank Tavera, CEO of Waterbury's Palace Theater, has announced that the theater will participate in the Give Local online giving event.

Area Businesses to Support Dueling Piano Arts Fundraiser

This special virtual performance is supported by “dueling sponsors” Ion Bank and Drew International.

David Axelrod Lecture About Future of American Jewish Community

David Axelrod, American political consultant & strategist, will deliver Fairfield U's 2021 Bennett Lecture in Judaic Studies via livestream.

Obituary: Edward Eugene “Chintzy” Thomas, 81, of Naugatuck

He was retired from Bristol Babcock, where he worked as a machinist. He leaves a daughter in Naugatuck.

Naugatuck Public Schools Hiring For 15 Jobs

Here is a look at all of the available jobs and how to apply for them.

Ecumenical Food Bank Lists Current Needs

The specific needs were listed in the church bulletin for St. Francis of Assisi this weekend, but all donations are gratefully accepted. ​

St. Francis of Assisi Parish To Celebrate Spring & Mother's Day

COVID safety protocols will be followed during this event.

Five Mind-Body Benefits of Drinking Tea

In honor of National Tea Day, Jaya Jaya Myra highlights the mental & physical health benefits of drinking tea every day.

State Parks & Boat Launches Will Provide Full Services for 2021

For a list of every state park in Connecticut, visit portal.ct.gov/DEEP/State-Parks/Listing-of-State-Parks.

Goshen Players To Participate in Give Local

All money raised during Give Local will go towards the historic preservation of the theater.

NVCC to Present Livestream of 'Pippin'

Audiences will have the option to stream performances live at the scheduled times for a more traditional theater experience, or On Demand.

Obituary: Beverly (Krasinsky) Rek, 79, of Prospect

A graduate of Naugatuck High School, she last worked as a school bus aide for special needs children.

Obituary: Gertrude “Trudy” (Bouffard) Bouchard, 86, of Waterbury

Trudy worked for Scovill Manufacturing and later in the guidance office for W.F. Kaynor Technical High School.

Obituary: Peter M. Petrarca, 78, of Waterbury

In 1991, Pete founded Distinctive Countertops in Wolcott which he operated for over 25 years until his retirement.

Obituary: Anna Alexandrovna Razhova, 36, of Litchfield UPDATED

Calling hours will be from 10 to 11 a.m. Saturday, May 22, 2021, at Thurston Rowe Funeral Home, 283 Torrington Road, Litchfield.

Obituary: Eugenie & Andrew Samela (Parent) of Middlebury

Joint funeral services will be held on Friday April 23, 2021 at the Basilica of the Immaculate Conception.

Give Local 2021 Begins Tuesday, April 20

Phoenix Stage Company, formerly of Naugatuck, is gearing up for GIVE LOCAL 2021 with the Connecticut Community Foundation.

Obituary: Ronald R. “Ronnie” Hawk, 60, of Naugatuck

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made in Ronnie’s memory to the Connecticut Humane Society.

Obituary: Andre "Andy" Lafontaine, 75, of Waterbury

Andy started his career in television repair, worked many years as an electrician and retired from Watson Pharmaceuticals.

Obituary: John Lane, 67, Formerly of Woodbury

Born in New Haven County, CT on September 24, 1953, he lived in Woodbury most of his adult life.

Florence B. Carroll, 113, Recently of Salisbury

At 113 years of age, Mrs. Carroll was the oldest living resident in the State of Connecticut.

Obituary: Richard Neil Collins, 85, of Plantsville

Richard will be remembered by many for his editorials published in the Waterbury Republican-American newspaper.

Obituary: Francis Michael Cardello, III, 55, of Torrington

A member of The Connecticut Society of Santas and Clowns of America, Frank loved to entertain people of all ages.

'Backstage with Eric Lindblom' Celebrates Anniversary

Broadway lovers and theatre nerds in general like me can tune into 'Backstage' every Saturday morning from 9 to 10am on 97.3 WZBG.

Naugatuck Police Chief Cleared After Probe Of Child's Racist Rant

Police Chief Steven Hunt was cleared of wrongdoing following independent investigations into his daughter's racist social media messages.

New Haven Free Public Library: Library Doors Swing Back Open

Our friends at the New Haven Independent wrote a great piece about our re-opening. Public Service Administrators Susan Totter and Sharon ...

Naugatuck Coronavirus Vaccine Rates

Naugatuck residents continue to get vaccinated. Here is how the last week went.

Obituary: Dr. Thomas J. DeLuca, 71, of Naugatuck

Tom served as an optometrist for many years and was a founding member and treasurer of St. Vincent DePaul Mission in Waterbury.

Naugatuck Area Home Prices Up In Past Year

Here is how much home prices have changed over the past year in New Haven County area.

Acts 4 Ministry Seeking Online Donations During "Give Local"

During the April 20 to 21 "Give Local" online fundraiser for local area non-profit organizations, Acts 4 Ministry will welcome donations

Basement Fire Doused By Naugatuck Firefighters

The homeowner and several pets were able to successfully get out of the Highland Avenue home.

James H. "Jay" Ravenscroft, Jr., 65, of Southbury

Born in Naugatuck, Jay graduated from Nonnewaug High School and attended Hartford University as well as New Haven University.

Obituary: Kay (Kee) Lawson-Demery 69, Formerly of Waterbury

She leaves a sister in Prospect and family in Waterbury.