ValleyNewsNow.com May 23, 2012 By Jerome Wilson Glowing sunset over Old Havana, Cuba, shows the country’s preservation challenge (Photo by Howorth) A noted southern architect is coming north to Essex, Connecticut, to urge that his profession, as well as its clients, should not forget preservation, or as he calls it “historical identity,” in architectural design. [...]
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Pettipaug Yacht Club Opens “jam packed” Sailing Season with First Race on May 20
May 23, 2012
ValleyNewsNow.com May 21, 2012 By Jerome Wilson Boats jockey for position at the starting line of the race Sailing regattas, sailboat racing clinics, U.S. Sailing Association courses, powerboat instruction and “learn to sail” courses are all on the agenda at the legendary Pettipaug Yacht Club’s 62nd year season. The club, which is located on the [...]
Public Access, “Not in My Backyard,” say Residents of Foxboro Point at Public Hearing
May 19, 2012
ValleyNewsNow.coom May 14, 2012 By Jerome Wilson The scenic landscape in all its splendor the morning after the Planning Commission meeting The sentiment was loud clear at the Essex Planning Commission’s public hearing on May 10 at Essex Town Hall. The future neighbors of the Foxboro Point development do not want “public access” at the [...]
Deep River Land Trust Unveils New Logo for 15 Deep River Land Trust Properties
May 19, 2012
ValleyNewsNow.com May 9, 2012 By Jerome Wilson Over 30 Deep River residents turned out for sign unveiling ceremony The day itself could not have been more perfect for a gathering of the Deep River Land Trust. The sun was sparkling. The air was clear, and the beauty of the natural surroundings was beyond description. It [...]
Planning Commission to Address Public Access at Foxboro Site
May 19, 2012
ValleyNewsNow.com May 6, 2012 By Jerome Wilson The Croft estate, whose owners oppose “public access,” as part of the new development The Essex Planning Commission could make a big decision at its upcoming meeting on May 10 at 7:30 p.m. at Essex town hall. That is whether the Commission should require the developer of the [...]
Congressman Courtney Brings News of $8 Million Contract for Essex Firm
May 6, 2012
ValleyNewsNow.com May 1, 2012 By Jerome Wilson Bell Power President Martin Bell, Congressman Joe Courtney and Essex First Selectman Norman Needleman Congressman Joe Courtney came to Essex on April 30 to announce that an Essex based machine company has been awarded an $8 million contract to rebuild diesel engines for the U.S. Army. Recipients of [...]
The Essex Boat Show Is Underway, Power and Sail are on Display
May 2, 2012
ValleyNewsNow.com April 29, 2012 By Jerome Wilson The main dock of the show, off Novelty Lane in Essex “Calling all hands.” Come visit the Essex Boat Show, which is being held on Novelty Lane in Essex from Friday, April 27, to Sunday, April 29, open 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The first day of the [...]
Runaway Vehicle Smashes into Three Parked Cars in Riggio Garden Center’s Parking Lot in Essex
May 2, 2012
ValleyNewsNow.Com April 27, 2012 By Jerome Wilson Closed and damaged front doors of Riggio’s Garden Center It happened the morning of April 26, and by the time it was all over three parked cars in front of Riggio’s Garden Center in Essex had been smashed into, with one of them seriously damaged. Also, the front [...]
Essex Historical Society to Hold Contest for “Best Historical Building in Essex.” Voting Taking Place in May at Local Post Offices
May 1, 2012
ValleyNewsNow.com April 26, 2012 By Jerome Wilson First Preservation award winner, the Ivoryton Library The Essex Historical Society is sponsoring a town wide referendum to determine what local residents consider to be the best preserved, historical building in town. Voting for a favorite choice will be take place during the month of May, during which [...]
Neighbors embrace proposed Foxboro Point Development; New York City Developer has won Their “Hearts and Minds”
April 20, 2012
ValleyNewsNow April 18, 2012 By Jerome Wilson Developer’s attorney Terrance Lomme By the time the April 17 public hearing of the Essex Planning Commission was over, current residents of Foxboro Point were practically oozing their praise for New York City developer, Frank Sciame. His proposal of seven homes on eleven acres would after all keep [...]
