{"id":85997,"date":"2025-12-11T13:28:37","date_gmt":"2025-12-11T13:28:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/mosquitojoe.com\/locations\/connecticut\/norwalk\/in-the-news\/"},"modified":"2025-12-11T13:28:37","modified_gmt":"2025-12-11T13:28:37","slug":"gold-coast-ct-in-the-news","status":"publish","type":"nbly_local","link":"https:\/\/mosquitojoe.com\/locations\/gold-coast-ct\/in-the-news\/","title":{"rendered":"In the News"},"content":{"rendered":"\n                <section class=\"wp-block-nbly-headline\">\n                    <div class=\"nbly-block-container\">\n                        <h1>In the News<\/h2>\n                    <\/div>\n                <\/section>\n            \n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"wp-block-nbly-content-block\"><div class=\"nbly-block-container\"><h2>Check out the latest buzz about Mosquito Joe<\/h2><p><h3><a href=\"https:\/\/brooklyn.news12.com\/doctor-issues-warning-about-west-nile-virus-after-westchester-case\">Brooklyn News 12 &#8211; Doctor Issues Warning About West Nile Virus After Westchester Case<\/a><\/h3> <h3>October 2025<\/h3> <h3><a href=\"https:\/\/connecticut.news12.com\/stamford-school-district-cancels-afterschool-activities-due-to-eee-41143744\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Opens in new tab\">News 12 Connecticut &ndash; Stamford School District Cancels After-School Activities Due to EEE<\/a><\/h3> <h3>October 2019<\/h3> <p>After mosquitoes tested positive for EEE in Stamford, school took precaution and canceled after-school activities. As of October 4th, 2019 four people have contracted the virus in 2019 in Connecticut leaving mosquito control companies, such as Mosquito Joe of Gold Coast CT, very busy providing an extra layer of protection against mosquitoes. Watch the <a href=\"http:\/\/connecticut.news12.com\/story\/41143744\/stamford-school-district-cancels-afterschool-activities-due-to-eee\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Opens in new tab\">full segment<\/a> to learn more about EEE and tips for protection.<\/p> <h3><a href=\"https:\/\/www.wtnh.com\/on-air\/good-morning-ct-at-nine\/keeping-mosquitoes-away-from-your-home\/1273656947\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Opens in new tab\">WTNH &ndash; Keeping Mosquitoes Away From Your Home<\/a><\/h3> <p><\/p> <p>The owner and operator of Mosquito Joe of Gold Coast CT, Scott Shaw, joined News8 to teach everyone about mosquito control and steps to take for preventative care. In Connecticut, mosquito season typically runs from April to October. During this time we recommend protecting yourself when outdoors. Did you know mosquitoes can lay up to 300 eggs in a single bottle cap containing water? Combat mosquitoes and other pests by following these simple tips and tricks:<\/p>  <li>Regularly empty ponds, bird baths, fountains, plant pots, buckets, or anywhere else that water may gather.<\/li> <li>Clean out gutters to avoid standing water &ndash; examine them for clots and damage that would cause water to collect.<\/li> <li>Drill holes in tire swings, trash cans, or recycling bins so water drains out.<\/li> <li>Keep swimming pools clean, properly circulated and filtered.<\/li> <li>Repair leaky outdoor faucets.<\/li> <li>Cut grass and shrubs short, as adult mosquitoes gather to rest in shady, cool areas.<\/li> <li>Keep your yard weed-free and avoid overgrown vegetation.<\/li>  <p>A professional service like ours is the best way to combat mosquitoes. We Provide an ongoing defense and our certified technicians can point out problem areas and potential breeding grounds on your property during treatment. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wtnh.com\/on-air\/good-morning-ct-at-nine\/keeping-mosquitoes-away-from-your-home\/1273656947\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" title=\"Opens in new tab\">Click here to watch the segment.<\/a><\/p> <h3>Mosquito Joe Announces Elite Partnership with Pesticide Environmental Stewardship Program<\/h3> <p><strong>July 2019<\/strong><\/p> <p>Mosquito Joe is a proud partner of the Pesticide Environmental Stewardship Program (PESP). What does this mean for our customers? Mosquito Joe is and will always be dedicated to outdoor pest control education and increasing the awareness of alternative methods for pest management. Read more about our partnership with PESP.<\/p> <h3><a href=\"https:\/\/fairfieldcounty.citymomsblog.com\/mosquito-joe-of-gold-coast-ct-making-outside-fun\/#lightbox\/1\/\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Opens in new tab\">Fairfield County Moms Blog &ndash; Making Outside Fun Again<\/a><\/h3> <p><strong>July 2019<\/strong><\/p> <p><\/p> <p>Being a mom or dad is a full-time job and when kids are out of school for the summer, that full-time job goes into a 3-month overdrive of non-stop entertainment. From early morning playing on the swing set to late nights by the fire pit, you should be able to enjoy your backyard worry-free.<\/p> <p>Making sure the family is covered in mosquito repellent before running outside can be such a hassle and there is no promise on how long it takes before it wears off.<\/p> <p>Mosquito Joe, a Neighborly company, visited Michelle&rsquo;s Home and received a glowing review on her mommy blog! Curious about how we make outside fun again? Check out her <a href=\"https:\/\/fairfieldcounty.citymomsblog.com\/mosquito-joe-of-gold-coast-ct-making-outside-fun\/#lightbox\/1\/\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Opens in new tab\">blog post<\/a>.<\/p> <h3><a href=\"https:\/\/1851franchise.com\/how-3-franchisees-found-the-right-business-ownership-opportunity-for-them-2708796#category\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Opens in new tab\">1851 Franchise &ndash; How 3 Franchisees Found the Right Business Ownership for Them.<\/a><\/h3> <p><strong>January 2019<\/strong><\/p> <p>Mosquito Joe of Gold Coast CT, Owner and Operator, Scott Shaw provides insight about his journey towards finding the perfect franchise match; along with Sami Sweeney, Pure Barre, and Jim Ryan, Right At Home.<\/p> <h3><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ctpost.com\/business\/article\/Pest-control-franchise-extending-reach-13044208.php#item-85307-tbla-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" title=\"Opens in new tab\">CT Post &ndash; Pest Control Franchise Extending Reach<\/a><\/h3> <p><strong>July 2018<\/strong><\/p> <p>Warm weather means fun outside, but it can also mean a higher threat of pesky critters. When warm weather approaches, the number of mosquitoes, flea and ticks rise as well. This is where Mosquito Joe comes in. When talking to CT Post, Scott Shaw said: &ldquo;The big thing that we are trying to drive is just getting people back outside again and enjoying outdoors and not having to worry within your own yard about checking your kids for ticks at night&rdquo;. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ctpost.com\/business\/article\/Pest-control-franchise-extending-reach-13044208.php#item-85307-tbla-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" title=\"Opens in a new tab\">Read more<\/a> about our company and how we make outside fun again.<\/p> <h3>Westfair Online &#8211; Former HR Officer Launches Lower Fairfield&#8217;s Mosquito Joe Franchise<\/h3> <p><strong>July 2018<\/strong><\/p> <p>Learn how our owner, operator Scott Shaw made a career jump from HR to running his own business in a news article by Westfair!&nbsp;Mosquito Joe of Gold Coast CT services residential and commercial properties to protect, propel and eradicate outdoor pests such as mosquitoes, ticks, and fleas. We are your solution to make outside fun again!<\/p>  <p>There is no job too big or too small for us here at Mosquito Joe of Gold Coast CT, so give us a call today for a free quote.<\/p><\/p><\/div><\/section>\n\t\t\t\n                    <section class=\"wp-block-nbly-mini-cta\">\n                        <div class=\"nbly-block-container\">\n                            <div>\n                                <h2>Service You Can Trust!<\/h2>\n                                <p>Let us know how we can help you today.<\/p>\n                            <\/div>\n                            <div class=\"nbly-cta-buttons\">\n                                \n                                    <div class=\"wp-block-nbly-cta-button\">\n                                        <a class=\"secondary-btn undefined\" href=\"\/locations\/virginia-beach-norfolk\/schedule-appointment\/\">      Request A Quote  <\/a>\n                                    <\/div>\n                                \n         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