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On June 10, our community proudly celebrated 319 graduates as they crossed the stage at Amity Regional High School’s Annual Commencement Exercises. On behalf of the entire Board of Education, congratulations to the Class of 2025! Thank you for all you have contributed to our schools and communities
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With their sights set on a career in the energy efficiency and green building trade industries, more than 50 Connecticut high school students recently graduated from the Green STEP Summer Program. The three-week paid-to-train development program, which helps set the clean energy workforce of the
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Jay Stollman & the Black Rock All-Stars are set to reunite and headline the Jamie Hulley Arts Foundation's 23rd Annual Evening for the Arts Gala. This special event will take place on Saturday, September 6, 2025, at Fairfield University's Regina A. Quick Center for the Arts.
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Orange Lions Club Hosts Comedy Night
The Orange Lions Club is again hosting its annual comedy night fundraising event, “Comedy Under the Stars”, on Saturday August 17, 2024, at the picnic pavilion outside High Plains Community Center. Doors open at 7 p.m. and the show is scheduled to start at 8 p.m. This event features professional
Local Students Shine on Dean's Lists at Eastern Connecticut, Stonehill, and WPI
Eastern Connecticut State University recently released its Dean’s List for the spring 2024 semester. Among them is full-time student Natalie Garcia of Orange, a sophomore who majors in Pre-Social Work. To qualify for Dean’s List, full-time students must complete a minimum
Case Memorial Library Revs Up for Summer with Reading, Movies, Crafts & More
Kick off the summer in style! Drop by the children's room on Saturday, June 15 and sign up for summer reading in person. You'll get a welcome packet and a free tote bag to decorate while supplies last. Get ready to Read, Renew, and Repeat with us in Summer 2024!
Town of Orange Tax Due July 1st: Avoid Penalties & Late Fees
Per CGS 12-145, the first installment of the town tax on the 2023 Grand List of 1 October 2023 is due and payable on 1 July 2024. Payments received after 1 August 2024 are considered delinquent and are subject to the rate of 18% per annum, 1.5% per month, $2.00 minimum, dating back to the original
Obituary: Rocco Philip Formica, A Lifetime of Style and Service, Remembered
Rocco Philip Formica, 78, a Naples, Florida resident, died on April 24, 2024. He previously lived in Woodbridge and West Haven, CT. Rocco was born in New Haven, CT on August 16, 1945. He was the son of Salvatore and Rachel (Lucibello) Formica. He lived in CT is entire life before retiring and moving
Orange Foundation Invests in Community with $35,000 in Grants
The Orange Foundation has recently awarded $35,000 in community grants that benefit a wide range of groups in Orange. These awards include the full funding of the refurbishing the sidewalk between Town Hall and High Plains Community Center out of the O’Sullivan fund.
JMU & URI Students Earn Dean's List Honors
James Madison University is pleased to announce that the following Orange students made the Dean’s List for the spring 2024 semester: Brynn Weirsman who is majoring in Architectural Design – BFA; and Annika Lyngdal, who is majoring in Health Sciences - BS.
Mary L. Tracy School Unveils Innovative Communication Board to Foster Inclusivity on the Playground
Mary L. Tracy School has introduced a new playground communication board. The goal for this project is to increase inclusivity to all students and help them express their needs and emotions in a socially appropriate manner. It also promotes understanding, empathy and kindness to all kids at MLT.
Dive into Summer Fun at Case Memorial Library: Music, Crafts, Books & More
Come and enjoy a musical journey through many countries! Judy Handler and Mark Levesque perform their own inspiring & passionate arrangements on guitars and mandolin and will include music from the U.S., Europe, Eastern Europe, Brazil, Latin America and more! Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.
Orange Firefighters Hailed as a Hero for Role in Rescuing 13-Year-Old Boy
Tom Bartiss has responded to more than his share of emergency calls as a member of the Orange and West Haven fire departments, but emergencies were the furthest thing from his mind as he and his wife relaxed in Mexico. But when he saw a boy in trouble by the resort swimming pool
Step Back in Time at the Bryan Andrew House Open House
History buffs and community members, rejoice! The Bryan Andrew House is hosting a special Open House on Sunday, June 2nd from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM. This is your chance to explore this historic landmark, nestled at 131 Old Tavern Road, and discover exciting opportunities to get involved.
Celebrate Pride and Community at BEKI's Annual Pride Shabbat
The annual Pride Shabbat, honoring the diversity of gender identity and sexual orientation of the community, will be celebrated Saturday, June 8 at Congregation Beth El – Keser Israel [BEKI]. A festive meal will follow. Details at beki.org.
June is Dog License Month
The Town Clerk’s Office would like to remind all owners of dogs six months or older that June is the renewal month for dog licenses. One of the three ways to obtain a license is to visit the Town Clerks Office at Town Hall Monday through Friday between the hours of 8:30 am – 4:30 pm.
Orange Rehabilitation and Health Care Center Recognized By Wound Care Specialists With Award For Continued Superiority In Wound Healing
Orange Rehabilitation and Health Care Center (aka Orange Health Care Center) has received a Center of Distinction Certificate, awarded by Wound Care Specialists, LLC, Connecticut’s largest provider of post-acute and long-term care wound management services.
