Conference in Ansonia to aid small businesses

    ANSONIA - A free conference for small businesses and manufacturers will be held Sept. 12 at the Ansonia Armory, 5 State St.
    The Greater Valley Step Up Conference begins at 7:30 a.m. with registration and light refreshments. Presentations and information booth visits are scheduled from 8-10:30 a.m.
    Attendees will learn about opportunities to grow their business.
    Lt. Gov. Nancy Wyman is scheduled to attend, as are local and state legislators, municipal officials and area agencies.
    For information call Dolores Ryan, 203-455-2602. To RSVP, register before Sept. 10 at www.ctworkSSw,org /STEPUP.