Comedy Night July 15

Ansonia First Responders Honored

Pictured left to right: Alex Barreira, Matthew Casini, Kate Topazio and Mayor David Cassetti

  

ANSONIA - The Ansonia Rotary Club recently presented three of Ansonia’s first responders with Outstanding Service Awards. The annual dinner ceremony took place at Ansonia High School.  Mayor David Casetti was on hand to congratulate the awardees, and he joined family, friends and Rotarians in expressing thanks to the men and women of Ansonia’s emergency services.

EMT Kate Topazio was chosen by her colleagues at ARMS, Ansonia Rescue Medical Services, to receive the 2016 Rotary Civic Service Recognition Award. She joined ARMS in 2010 after receiving her Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing from Fairfield University.  A Charge Nurse in the Emergency Department of Griffin Hospital, Kate was awarded the Mary Schumacher Leadership Award and the Florence Nightingale Award for Excellence in Nursing in 2014.  She averages 80 plus hours a week occasionally in her dual capacities, and her medical training has been a significant asset at ARMS. In one case she recognized a patient going into cardiac arrest and intervened. She is a Field Training Officer and often goes beyond the call of duty, recently joining the EMS Bike Team.

Sergeant Alex Barreira of the Ansonia Police Department was selected as the outstanding police officer for 2016. Alex joined APD in 2004 and was promoted to Sergeant in 2014. He has served with distinction during his ten years. In charge of the K-9 and FTEP programs, he was assigned to a local DEA task force for two years. His other awards include the 2016 US Attorney Award in recognition of his efforts in Operation Fast Lane II, and the departmental Lifesaving Award for resuscitating an unresponsive victim. He is considered a role model and leader by his peers and supervisors.

2^nd Lieutenant Matthew Casini of Webster Hose Co. received the Ansonia Fire Department Outstanding Service Award.  Matthew joined AFD in 2002 and was promoted to his current rank this year. He currently holds five certifications in fire and medical roles, and acts as the company’s training officer. A graduate of Emmett O’Brien High, Matt is employed by Sikorsky Aircraft.

(This is a press release from the Ansonia Rotary Club)

Ansonia Rotary, Scouts to hold fundraiser in Seymour

SEYMOUR - The Rotary Club of Ansonia and the Housatonic Council of Boy Scouts are teaming up to raise funds for scholarships from noon to 3 p.m. Nov 17 at The Inn at Villa Bianca, 312 Roosevclt Drive. 

Leaf peepers can enjoy a delicious repast and a sampling of wines and beers as they journey along the Housatonic River.
A silent auction is also planned.

The event supports academic and recreational scholarships for two local civic organizations.
Villa Bianca will provide a carving station and a variety of hot and cold hors d’ouvres, while Valley Discount Liquor will offer wine and beer tastings from around the world.

The cost of a ticket is $35 and can be purchased from Rotary Club members or from the Scouts’ Derby office.
Contact Rotary member Lori, 203-231-2578 or email lori.veillette@yahoo.com or Scout offices at 203-734-3329 or wzinky@bsamail.org.
 
The public is invited. Tickets may be purchased at the event.

The Ansonia Rotary Club and the Housatonic Council Scouts award scholarships to local youth for academic excellence and for summer camperships.

The Ansonia Rotary Club also supports the efforts of Rotary International to eliminate polio in the world and create clean water facilities in India.

 

This is taken from a press release from the Rotary Club.

Ansonia Rotary honors first responders

Pictured from left, William Zinky, Ansonia Rotary Club President, Lt. Robert Mut, Police Officer Nathan Anderson; Rotarian Suzanne Reilly. / Contributed photo

ANSONIA - Amidst family, friends and coworkers, two Ansonia first responders received awards recently from the Rotary Club of Ansonia.

Police Officer Nathan Anderson and Eagle Hose, Hook and Ladder Company Lt. Robert Mut accepted their honors at Molto Bene Italian Kitchen Restaurant at a dinner in their honor.
Both were selected by their supervisors and peers, and were applauded for their contributions to the community.
Christopher Hope of Ansonia Medical Rescue Services was unable to attend and will receive his award during a Rotary Club weekly meeting at The Original Antonio’s Restaurant.

Nominees were chosen by each respective department based on specific criteria including initiative, appearance, attitude and dependability, job knowledge and job performance.
Anderson has been a police officer for 23 years, and demonstrates professionalism and competence, always meeting high standards, according to Chief Kevin Hale.
His calm, positive demeanor during times of high stress has earned the respect and praise of his fellow officers as well as his supervisors.
This is Anderson’s second award – a first in the Department.

First Lt. Robert Mut has been an active and dedicated member of the Ansonia Fire Department since 1987.
He originally joined the Eagle Hose H&L Company 6; transferred for a short while to the Hilltop Hose Company 5 and then returned to the Eagles.
His current rank of First Lieutenant was earned in February 2013. He mentors members of the fire department and insures Company 6 is properly trained and prepared, and the equipment is in excellent condition. Bob is a certified Hazardous Material Technician, and is employed by Clean Harbors.  
Ansonia Rotary Club President Bill Zinky and emcee Sue Reilly congratulated the awardees for their meritorious service. The mayor’s office presented each with a proclamation.
The Ansonia Rotary Club meets at noon Tuesdays at The Original Antonio’s Restaurant. Guests are welcomed.


This post is taken from a press release.

Ansonia Rotary Club passes gavel

Bill Zinky, Housatonic Scout Council executive, receives the Ansonia Rotary Club President’s gavel from outgoing President Cheryl Biros Tuesday during a meeting at Tavern 1757 in Seymour. The term is for one year. / Contributed photo

The Ansonia Rotary Club supports local projects as well as the International Rotary objective of ending polio in the world.
It also provides an annual scholarship to a graduating Ansonia High School senior.
The Club meets for lunch on Tuesdays weekly at The Original Antonio’s Restaurant in Ansonia. Guests are welcome.