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Fire Marshal Brian DeGeorge hosted us at his fire house in Beacon Falls this morning.
Molly DeLong has an incoming bakery in Beacon Falls called Molly's Bakery. She tells us what goes into making delicious treats
Beacon Falls first Selectman Gerry Smith discusses his role in town and recaps the election of 2024
Mike Krenesky is the Town Historian in Beacon Falls.
David DiGiorgi of DiGiorgi Roofing has been in Beacon Falls for multiple generations.
News outlets reported this week that Beacon Falls is the second town to have approved red light camera plans. But that's not entirely true. We spoke with DOT's Josh Morgan about the process to get red light or speed enforcement cameras in your town and city and why it can be a lengthy process to get done. Image Credit: Getty Images
A video of Beacon Falls Firefighters rescuing residents in Oxford has gone viral. It is just a snippet of the incredible work first responders have done this week following the historic flooding in parts of Connecticut. We talked with Jeremy Rodorigo, Emergency Management Director and volunteer firefighter in Beacon Falls, to describe the rescue and address how first responders are recovering in the aftermath. Image Credit: Jeremy Rodorigo
One of the most impactful scenes from Sunday's devastating flood damage, was the Beacon Falls ladder truck rescue of 19 people and a dog from Brookside. Deputy Fire Marshal Cal Brennan was on with Chaz and AJ to talk about that rescue, one of dozens they conducted that day, and Oxford Fire Chief Scott Pelletier shared some dramatic details from their rescue efforts.
Connecticut Republicans nominate Gerry Smith, the first selectman of Beacon Falls, to challenge U.S. Senator Chris Murphy this November. Stony Brook faculty vote not to censure the school's president over the handling of campus protests. An old movie theater in New Haven will transform into a childcare center. Oyster Bay could put more limits on shellfish harvesting. And sex trafficking in Connecticut has spiked since the pandemic.
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Today, we join Nicole as she talks with George Logan, the director of community relations at Aquarion Water Company. He previously served as a member of the Connecticut State Senate from 2017 to 2021. He and Nicole discuss his career, giving back, and experiences.Today, Nicole and Erin talked about the following:Serving our communities in any way we can is essential - while so many people are busy and might have a lot on their plate, even just doing one thing makes such a difference in these communitiesThe goal in my life is to find happiness and to maintain happiness - I do that by being the best I can be and being there for my family, etc.Technology has undoubtedly changed the way we work every day; even email has evolved, and communication is at a much higher level than it used to be Host: Nicole DavisonGuest: George LoganRESOURCESGeorge S. Logan is the Director of Community Relations at Aquarion Water Company. He has spent most of his professional life working through the ranks of the largest private water utility in the state – Aquarion Water Company. Additionally, Mr. Logan recently completed two terms (2017-2021) as State Senator representing the 17th District, which includes Ansonia, Beacon Falls, Bethany, Derby, Hamden, Naugatuck, and Woodbridge. In addition to creating and performing music during his spare time, over the last 25+ years, George S. Logan has devoted time to various community-based causes that have improved the quality of life for thousands of families throughout Connecticut. LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/george-s-logan-9108a8120Website: https://www.georgeloganforcongress.com/ Organizations mentioned:BHcare, North Haven, CT- https://bhcare.org/about-us/Housatonic Valley Association - https://hvatoday.org/ YMCA - https://www.meridenymca.org/ Greater Valley Chamber of Commerce - https://greatervalleychamber.com/ CT NW Chamber of Commerce - https://nwctchamberofcommerce.org/ Junior Achievement - https://www.jagfc.org/Waterbury Youth Services - https://waterburyyouthservices.org/ Boys and Girls Club - https://www.bgcmeriden.org/Marrakech, Inc. - https://www.marrakechinc.org/Listen to the show & follow: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/unpacking-perspectives/id1580429029 Unpacking Perspectives Instagram: @unpackingperspectives orhttps://www.instagram.com/unpackingperspectives/ We would love it if you could leave a rating and review on your favorite podcast platform. Thank you so much!
Jim from Beacon Falls calls in about Francisco Lindor and the New York Mets... or is it Bobby Valentine calling in as an alter ego?
In this episode we Wadeoutthere with Jeff Holloway from Beacon Falls, Connecticut. Jeff enjoys helping others catch fish as much as catching them himself. We discuss the Naugatuck River, reading water, and his new plan to take his passion for fly fishing to the next level.If you want to find out more about Jeff follow him on Instagram at: @big_nasty186For more fly fishing stories, lessons learned, and artwork check out my blog and online gallery at: https://wadeoutthere.com/
In this episode of Mission CTRL, Ramon is joined by a long-time elected official and public servant Ron Pugliese, who is President of the Naugatuck Economic Development Corporation (NEDC). Ron, a Waterbury native, lived in Naugatuck for 30 years and shares his story of being active in the community, including local government and volunteerism. From educator, to businessman, to being on the boards for Naugatuck Youth Services and the United Way of Naugatuck and Beacon Falls, Ron's story of servant leadership will remind you that a life of service and giving, is truly a life worth living.
In this episode of Mission CTRL, Ramon is joined by a long-time elected official and public servant Ron Pugliese, who is President of the Naugatuck Economic Development Corporation (NEDC). Ron, a Waterbury native, lived in Naugatuck for 30 years and shares his story of being active in the community, including local government and volunteerism. From educator, to businessman, to being on the boards for Naugatuck Youth Services and the United Way of Naugatuck and Beacon Falls, Ron's story of servant leadership will remind you that a life of service and giving, is truly a life worth living.
Crystal Teal is the founder and owner of Crystal Teal Co. in Beacon Falls, Connecticut. I am so grateful for her time and her sharing her advice and experiences with us today on the What You CED Podcast. Crystal Teal Co. in Beacon Falls, CT Website & Blog www.CrystalTeal.com Etsy Store https://www.etsy.com/shop/CrystalTealCo Facebook https://www.facebook.com/CrystalTealCo Support Crystal https://www.facebook.com/MrsGreaterNewHavenCounty2019 Instagram @crystalteal For more information on Caili Elwell Designs or to submit a small business to be on the podcast please visit https://www.cailielwelldesigns.com/whatyoucedpodcast.html Thanks for listening!! @cailielwelldesigns --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/whatyoucedpodcast/support
Kenneth Healy is a principal at DIVERSIFIED FINANCIAL SOLUTIONS. I am active in volunteering locally, including serving as the President, 2018 Campaign Chair, and 2017 Allocations Committee Chair for the United Way of Naugatuck and Beacon Falls; deputy Treasurer for the Naugatuck High School Alumni Association; and Vice-President and past president of the St Francis School Foundation.
Seymour's Chris Bowen is the guest on the latest episode of 'Navel Gazing: The Valley Indy Podcast.' Click play to listen. Bowen is a member of the Seymour Economic Development Commission, a five-member panel trying to improve Seymour's business atmosphere. The commission recently decided to hire the Connecticut Economic Resource Center (CERC) to act as economic development director for Seymour. It's a new approach to economic development in Seymour. Previously the town had a Realtor working in the position part-time. Bowen said a specific dollar amount to bring on CERC has not been finalized, but that he expects the town to get more bang for its buck. Bowen also said the money to hire CERC is coming from his commission's budget. "Bringing in CERC -- who have received plaudits for their work in Hamden and Beacon Falls, among other communities -- allows us to put our EDD role into the hands of experienced people with greater resources, while also giving us the benefit of an outsider's perspective, an important tool in a small town like Seymour, where tenured personalities tend to hold disproportionate sway -- and an available resource for people with questions about investing in our town," Bowen said in a Facebook post. Sponsored by ValleyGivesBack.org.
Dino Verrelli of Beacon Falls is the founder and CEO of Project Purple, a nonprofit that funds research for and provides financial aid to people with pancreatic cancer.
Sadie Colcord, CERC's Municipal Services Associate, joins Courtney Hendricson, Vice President of Municipal Services, to discuss the on-the-ground economic development work being done in Beacon Falls and highlight how towns can benefit from a different approach to their economic development efforts.
Playlist: Great Blue, Camp Cut Coulie, Phonosynthesis, Gravy, Danny Draher, Big Fun Tonight, Bruce Katz Band, Wild About You Baby, Buddy Guy, Born To Play Guitar, Buddy Guy, Too Late (featuring Kim Wilson), Buddy Guy,Whiskey Beer & Wine, Buddy Guy, Thick Like Mississippi Mud, Mark Cameron, Doctor In The House, Guy King, It’s About The Dollar, Brothers Brown,Sweet Cadillac, Jon Spear Band, Before The Bullets Fly, Blind Lemon Pledge, Run John Run, Shari Puorto, It’s A Damn Shame, Peter Karp,Y’all Be Lookin’, Jay Willie Blues Band, Hold On To Watcha Got, Spiritual Machines, The Wreckoning, Anni Piper, Buckle Bunny, RJ Comer, The Moon Ain’t Fallen On Me Yet, Plywood Cowboy, Pour Me Another, Royal Southern Brotherhood, Hit Me Once, Lazer Lloyd, Burning Thunder, Mike Crandall Band, Don’t Let Me Down Many Thanks To: We here at the Black-Eyed & Blues Show would like to thank all the PR and radio people that get us music including Frank Roszak, Rick Lusher ,Doug Deutsch, Ruf Records, Vizztone Records,Blind Pig Records,Betsie Brown, Blind Raccoon Records, Miss Jill at Jill Kettles PR and all of the Blues Societies both in the U.S. and abroad. All of you help make this show as good as it is weekly. We are proud to play your artists.Thank you all very much! Blues In The Area: subscribe-with-itunes-button WEDNESDAY 3/16 NEAL VITULLO AND THE VIPERS - Knickerbocker Café, Westerly I. PETEY HOP - The Falcon Underground (7 PM), Marlboro NY. COMMUNITY JAM feat ED BRADLEY - Black Eyed Sally's, Hartford. MARTY (BASICALLY BLUES) OPEN MIC - Cypress Restaurant, Middletown. PJ PROJECT OPEN MIC - Main Pub, Manchester. FRIENDS DAY OPEN MIC - Theodore', Springfield MA. FREE FUNK WEDNESDAY feat WEST END BLEND - Arch Street Tavern, Hartford. DONAHUE'S OPEN MIC - Donahue's Beach Bar & Grill, Madison. THURSDAY 3/17 LIVIU INVITATIONAL - J's Crab Shack (7 to 10 PM), Hartford With Ray Morant and Ed Corvo BALKUN BROTHERS - Celtic Cavern, Middletown. DAN STEVENS / CHRIS D'AMATO - Beacon Falls Pizza (St Paddy's Day Party), Beacon Falls. BOOGIE BOYS WTH PETEY HOP - The 350 Club, Springfield MA. STRANGE CREEK BATTLE OF BANDS - Black Eyed Sally's, Hartford. JEFF PITCHELL (Acoustic) - Pazzo Italian Café, Rocky Hill ERAN TROY DANNER (Acoustic Duo) - Ceviche Latin Kitchen, Middlebury. TOMMY MAIA / ROHN LAWRENCE & FRIENDS - Tipping Chair, Milldale. WANDERING ROOTS - Smokin With Chris, Southingtom. JESSE AHERN - Stomping Ground, Putnam. RICHARD SHINDELL - Infinity Music Hall, Norfolk. NATE GINNETTY / DANIEL AMEDEE - Bridge Street Live, Collinsville. BLUES AND BEYOND JAM - Maury's Pub, Danielson. OPEN MIC AT THE BISTRO - Infinity Hall (8 PM), Norfolk. KEN SAFETY OPEN MIC - CJ Sparrow, Cheshire. DAVE COSTA'S OPEN MIC - Cambridge Brew House, Granby. PINE LOFT OPEN MIC - Pine Loft, Berlin. FRIDAY 3/18 DIANE BLUE / LISA MANN - Cypress Restaurant (8 PM), Middletown With Chris Vitarello and Liviu Pop EASY BABY - Pulaski Club, New Britain. ORB MELLON TRIO - Dinosaur BBQ, Brooklyn NY. PETEY HOP AND THE BOOGIE BOYS - Juniper's Restaurant, Middlebury. MYSTIC HORNS - Harbour House, Mystic. RAMBLIN DAN STEVENS - Perks and Corks, Westerly. JOHNNY AND THE EAST COAST ROCKERS - Steak Loft, Mystic. JAKE KULAK BLUES TRIO - Nightingales Acoustic Café, Old Lyme. ROYAL SOUTHERN BROTHERHOOD - Katherine Hepburn Center, Old Saybrook. PAUL GABRIEL TRIO WITH MARK NAFTALIN & MANNY FOGLIO - POLPO, Greenwich. ERAN TROY DANNER (Electric Trio) - Johnny's B's Bar, Wolcott. HOWIE AND THE SOUL POTATOES - Black Duck Café, Westport. JANET RYAN - The 350 Club, Springfield MA. GRAYSON HUGH - Smokin With Chris, Southington. MICHAEL LOUIS with TOM TERRY - Blue Rock Café, Keyport NJ RICHARD SHINDELL - Iron Horse, Northampton BEARLY DEAD - Black Eyed Sally's, Hartford. SATURDAY 3/19 RYAN HARTT / JAKE KULAK - Main Pub, Manchester MIKE CRANDALL BAND (CD Release Party) - Black Eyed Sally's, Hartford With Shawn Leonard and Liviu Pop. DAVID BROMBERG QUINTET - Infinity Music Hall, Hartford. ROYAL SOUTHERN BROTHERHOOD - Infinity Music Hall, Norfolk. THE REDLINERS - Cypress Restaurant, Middletown. JOHN MAYALL Katherine Hepburn Center, Old Saybrook. BALKUN BROTHERS - Performance hub USA, Torrington. THE SIDEWINDERS with PETER MOORE - Daddy Jack's, New London. PETEY HOP - Hyde Park Brewery, Hyde Park NY. DELUSIONS OF GRANDEUR - Hungry Tiger (12 am), Manchester. FRANKLIN BROTHERS - Knickerbocker Café, Westerly RI. STELLA BLUES BAND with ROB GLASSMAN BAND - Outer Space, Hamden. STEVE DEDMAN AND THE PLYWOOD COWBOYS - Sheffield Auditorium, Old Lyme. ADDISON STATION - Tipping Chair, Milldale. ERAN TROY DANNER (Electric Trio) - Jake's Martini Bar, Wallingford. SANDY CONNOLLY BAND - Zorba's Restaurant, Meriden. FREEPLAY - Donahue's Beach Grille, Madison. SUNDAY 3/20 LAZER LLOYD - Black Eyed Sally's (3 to 5 PM), Hartford. JOHNNY LARSEN BAND with TIM MCDONALD - Brass Horse, Barkhamsted BALKUN BROTHERS - Café Nine (4 PM), New London. JAKE KULAK AND THE LOW DOWN - Blue Back Square, West Hartford. PETEY HOP - Live at the Falcon, Marlboro NY. JJ MOFRO - Infinity Music Hall (7:30 PM), Hartford JOSS STONE - Infinity Music Hall, Norfolk. GALACTIC - Fairfield Theater Company, Fairfield. FOUR BARREL BILLY - Bill's Seafood, Westbrook. TONI LYNN WASHINGTON - Narragansett Café (1 to 4 PM), Jamestown RI. JOE ROBINSON - Daryl's House, Pawling NY. DAVE SADLOSKI - Hungry Tiger, Manchester. JOHNNY AND THE EAST COAST ROCKERS - Donahue's, Madison. RICK HARRINGTON JAM - Cady's Tavern, Chepachet RI. ELECTRIC OPEN MIC - Sully's Pub, Hartford. STEVE PIPER OPEN MIC - Gibson's at the Clarion, East Windsor. FRONTROW BAND OPEN MIC - Strykers Café, Berlin. WHAMMER JAMMER OPEN MIC - VFW, Preston. STOMPING GROUND OPEN MIC - Stomping Ground, Putnam. I hope to see you out and about this week but if not please continue to support live music wherever you are.