Orange Town News

The Orange Public School District announced today its policy for determining eligibility of children who may receive free or reduced-price meals served under the National School Lunch Program (NSLP).

On Saturday, September 27th at 2:00 pm at Case Memorial Library, singer-songwriter Kent Besocke will deliver a one-of-a-kind performance entitled “Tunes and Tales from Connecticut.” The musical program weaves together our state's rich tapestry of history, folklore, and legend.

Orange Firefighter Eric Auscavitch and Bethany Firefighter Steven Kirschbaum have been named Firefighters of the Year for their respective towns and will be honored at the Amity Chamber of Commerce Community Awards and Annual Meeting.Selected by the leadership teams of the Orange and Bethany

On Yom Kippur, October 2, 2025, there will be a community Yizkor memorial service at Congregation Or Shalom beginning at 4:00 PM. Attendance is free and open to the public.

James Madison University is excited to welcome the class of 2029. The incoming class represents an accomplished, diverse group of individuals who hail from 32 states, the District of Columbia and 20 countries.

Join us for a Suzuki Early Childhood Education (ECE) Preview Class at the Suzuki Music School of Orange on Friday, September 12th. In Suzuki ECE, children and parents create a strong foundation for musical study through singing, movement and rhythm in a warm, playful environment.

Orange Police Sergeant Vincent Landisio and Woodbridge Police Officer John Lalli will be honored at the Amity Chamber of Commerce Community Awards and Annual Meeting as each town's Police Officer of the Year.

Learn to make your own kimchi in this hands-on cooking workshop guided by Robert Lim. Registered participants will be able to take home a small jar of prepared kimchi.

The St. Mary School Carnival is BACK! Bring your friends & family on Friday, September 26th from 5-10pm, Saturday, September 27th from 1-10pm and Sunday, September 28th from 1-5pm to enjoy some family fun at the best carnival all year! Back are exciting rides, food trucks, snack tent, games, 50/50

Western New England University (WNE) takes immense pride in recognizing the outstanding academic achievements of over 790 students who have been named to the Dean's List for the Spring 2025 semester.

YAHAD, the community Hebrew school, is now enrolling for the 2025-2026 school year. YAHAD, a name that means "together," is a community-focused school dedicated to helping students build their Jewish identities. The curriculum is designed to teach foundational skills in prayer, Hebrew, and the Bible

The University of Rhode Island celebrated more than 3,500 of its newest alumni during the University's 2025 Commencement. Nearly 3,600 undergraduate degrees and 600 graduate degrees were conveyed to students during the ceremonies which took place May 16-18, 2025.

At their annual picnic on August 22, the Orange Democratic Town Committee (ODTC) announced a new series of Town Hall–style events designed to engage voters and answer their questions. The series will feature three forums, giving residents the opportunity to connect directly with candidates for First

The Library will be closed on Saturday, August 30 and Monday, September 1 for the Labor Day holiday. Regular hours will resume on Tuesday, September 2 at 10 AM.

Paul Atreides unites with the Fremen while on a warpath of revenge against the conspirators who destroyed his family. Facing a choice between the love of his life and the fate of the universe, he endeavors to prevent a terrible future. Rated PG-13 | 2 hr. 46 min.

Most major impact sports are becoming more keenly aware of the importance or preventing excessive head injury and the potential long-term effects of concussion. Although the emphasis is stressed with protocols at the elite college and professional levels, there seems to be a large gap in the

Camp Cedarcrest marked a historic milestone this past weekend, celebrating its 100th anniversary with a vibrant community picnic that brought together families, friends, and longtime supporters. The event, held on the camp's scenic grounds, was a joyful blend of tradition, community spirit, and

Congregation Or Shalom is opening its doors to the community for a special Open House Reception Weekend, offering a variety of services and events from September 5th to September 7th. The weekend is designed to welcome current members, former members, and newcomers alike to meet

Congregation Or Shalom is pleased to announce the appointment of Rabbi Lindsey Healey-Pollack as its new rabbi. She previously served as rabbi of Congregation Kol HaNeshamah in Englewood, NJ. She also was an educator and program coordinator for the Introduction to Judaism program at Town and Village

The Orange Volunteer Fire Association is proud to mark its 100th anniversary of service to the Town of Orange. To celebrate this milestone, the department has been honored with hosting the 142nd Annual Connecticut State Firefighters Association Convention, a three-day event bringing together fire