Waterbury Connecticut
Riders of previous National EMS Memorial Bike Ride. Photo by cherryhill-nj.com
The National EMS Memorial Bike Ride is proud to announce their 2013 East Coast Ride from Rockland, ME to Collingdale, PA. The NEMSMBR honors EMTs and Paramedics by organizing long distance cycling events that memorialize and celebrate the lives of those who have become sick or injured while performing their duties, and those who have died in the line of duty.
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By John Murray
Waterbury Mayor Neil O'Leary (second from the right) listened to a consultant yesterday afternoon during a tour of Library Park in downtown Waterbury. City officials are hoping to use nearly $1 million dollars in federal block grant money to overhaul four neglected parks; three in the South End of Waterbury, and one in downtown, Library Park.
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Edwin Soto
National PAL announced its annual award winners for 2012 and Waterbury, Ct. PAL Volunteer Edwin Soto has been named the Volunteer Man of the Year Award Winner for his volunteer commitment and dedication to the Waterbury, CT. PAL.
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Cass Gilbert
Today begins a week-long celebration of the Woolworth Building in New York City, which was designed by architect Cass Gilbert's 100 years ago. The celebration spreades throughout the northeast with tours of many of Gilbert's masterpieces, and includes a walking tour of downtown Waterbury (which has several Cass Gilbert buildings, including a newly renovated City Hall) on Thursday.
Photographs By John Murray
Two dead trees are being removed on the east end of the Green in downtown Waterbury, altering the shade, aesthetics, and feel of the city's common space. It's shocking to the eye as the Brass Horse now towers over North Main Street. Will there be new trees planted? Stay tuned....
By John Murray
The Connecticut Secretary of State, Denise Merrill, right, was in Waterbury last night to participate in a non-partisan conversation about engaging Hispanics in the voting process. The event "Civic Engagement Matters", was sponsored by the City of Waterbury and the Secretary of State's Office, and was staged at Reed Elementary School on North Main Street. Mayoral aide, Geraldo Reyes Jr., is on the left.
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By John Murray
Waterbury Police Chief Vernon Riddick announced the installation of a medication drop box in the lobby of the Waterbury Police Department yesterday afternoon. Riddick said the public can drop unwanted, unused or expired medications in the box 24/7, 365 days a year, with no questions asked. The box was donated by the Bunker Hill Pharmacy, whose owner, William Summa, is second from the left.
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Derek Poundstone, left, three-time winner of the title of America's Strongest Man, watches closely as a competitor completes the farmer's walk during Saturday's "Stay Strong Amateur Strongman Event" held at the Poundstone Performance Center in the South End of Waterbury. Photographs by John Murray
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Running legend, Rod Dixon, of New Zealand, will be in Waterbury this afternoon to kick off a fitness program he hopes to spread across the world. Dixon is an Olympic medalist, but is best known for his stunning come-from-behind victory in the 1983 New York City Marathon. Dixon will be at the North End Middle School at 4:30 to meet with kids and state and local officials. The public is invited.
Photographs By John Murray
The flag of Greece unfurled at Waterbury City Hall Saturday morning during a ceremony honoring Mary Ricciardi as Greek Mayor for the Day.
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