NORWICH – Sgt. Stephen Zieno, an officer with the City of Norwich Police Department since 1994, was recognized at Tuesday night’s meeting of the Common Council for his recent promotion to the rank.

Police Chief Joseph Angelino called Zieno “a good, solid officer” who “brings a lot of knowledge to the position.”

Zieno’s wife, as well as his two daughters, all said they were “very proud” of the department’s newest sergeant. According to his mother Jean, who was also on hand for the promotion ceremony, Zieno was born and raised in Norwich and had wanted to be a police officer since his high school days. She added she’s also extremely proud of her son.