Valley Courier

Valley Courier Essex, Chester, and Deep River's hometown newspaper. Established in 2001. Published by Shore Publishing, LLC www.zip06.com/valleycourier

The Valley Courier provides superior, hyper-local news coverage delivered to every home and business every week. We feature informative stories about the issues that are important to local residents, ranging from weekly resident profiles to hard-hitting reports on town projects, boards, and committees. News coverage is complemented by columns from local legislators, a lively letters to the editor

forum, and submissions from our readers. The Valley Courier reporters write the most comprehensive Sports section on the shoreline, covering everything from local high school sporting events to profiles on the personalities who make up the sporting community. The Living section is bursting with timely reviews of theater and cinema, news on gallery openings, the latest on the local music and literary scene, and a comprehensive calendar of events—it’s the must-have guide to life on the shoreline.

Think you missed the deadline to nominate someone for a 2025 Beacon Award? Good news—we’ve extended it by one more week!...
06/26/2025

Think you missed the deadline to nominate someone for a 2025 Beacon Award? Good news—we’ve extended it by one more week! If there’s an unsung hero in your community who deserves recognition for their volunteer work, now’s the time to act.
Nominate them today at www.beaconawardsct.com/nominate-someone-for-a-beacon-award and help us honor 15 outstanding individuals!

Time is running out to nominate someone for the 13th annual Beacon Awards! We are recognizing 15 community volunteers wh...
06/23/2025

Time is running out to nominate someone for the 13th annual Beacon Awards! We are recognizing 15 community volunteers who help fulfill the Shoreline’s promise of opportunity. The honorees will be celebrated at a special event this fall. Who are the people in your life who exemplify selflessness and volunteer spirit? Make your nomination by June 27 at www.beaconawardsct.com/nominate-someone-for-a-beacon-award.

Nominations for the 13th annual Beacon Awards are now open! We are recognizing 15 community volunteers who help fulfill ...
06/19/2025

Nominations for the 13th annual Beacon Awards are now open! We are recognizing 15 community volunteers who help fulfill the Shoreline’s promise of opportunity. The honorees will be celebrated at a special event this fall. Who are the people in your life who exemplify selflessness and a volunteer spirit? Nominate them for a Beacon at www.beaconawardsct.com/nominate-someone-for-a-beacon-award.

Nominations for the 13th annual Beacon Awards are now open! We are recognizing 15 community volunteers who help fulfill ...
06/11/2025

Nominations for the 13th annual Beacon Awards are now open! We are recognizing 15 community volunteers who help fulfill the Shoreline’s promise of opportunity. The honorees will be celebrated at a special event this fall. Who are the people in your life who exemplify selflessness and a volunteer spirit? Nominate them for a Beacon at www.beaconawardsct.com/nominate-someone-for-a-beacon-award/

04/08/2025

Local journalism matters. 📰❤️ If you enjoy staying informed with trusted news from The Source, Guilford Courier, Harbor News, Valley Courier and The Sound, consider supporting our Voluntary Pay program. Every contribution helps keep your community connected. Visit https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=K5D5H2EPVHH8Y or scan the QR code to donate today.

03/14/2025

The Deep River Fire Department is currently responding to a crashed plane on cedar Lake Road.

Please steer clear of the area if it all possible, and expect temporary stops or delays if traveling on Cedar Lake Road.

12/18/2024

Exciting news! 🎉 On the Shoreline Magazine now has a dedicated page! Follow us to dive into the stories of the Winter issue, including Mystic's award-winning chef, local authors, and much more. Don’t miss out—check out the link in our latest post!

Time is running out to buy your tickets for the 2024 Beacon Awards. Don't miss your chance to celebrate 15 incredible me...
09/23/2024

Time is running out to buy your tickets for the 2024 Beacon Awards. Don't miss your chance to celebrate 15 incredible members of our shoreline community on Tuesday, Oct. 8. Ticket sales end on Friday, Sept. 27. https://www.beaconawardsct.com/tickets

Nominations for the 12th annual Beacon Awards are now open! We are recognizing 15 community volunteers who help fulfill ...
06/05/2024

Nominations for the 12th annual Beacon Awards are now open! We are recognizing 15 community volunteers who help fulfill the Shoreline’s promise of opportunity. The honorees will be celebrated at a special event this fall. Who are the people in your life who exemplify selflessness and volunteer spirit? Nominate them for a Beacon at www.beaconawardsct.com/nominate

State Representative Christine Palm has announced she will not seek reelection. Her term is set to expire in 2025.
01/22/2024

State Representative Christine Palm has announced she will not seek reelection. Her term is set to expire in 2025.

State Representative Christine Palm (D, District 36), who represents Essex, Chester, Deep River, and Haddam, has announced she will not seek a fourth term. She came into office in 2019, and her final ...

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