Orange Town News

At this time of the year the Board begins work on the 2025-2026 budget. The first step was a special late November meeting for presentations by the various departments of their estimated needs for the 2025-2026 school year. These are submitted to the Superintendent so that she may prepare her budget

Congregation Orange Collaborative (COC) held a Pop the Trunk Food Collection on December 8th at High Plains Community Center. The event was to support about 40 children in Orange who are food insecure. They get fruit and milk weekly and monthly they receive a back pack of non-perishable food too.

On Tuesday, January 7 at 7:00 pm, the Zoom program Pre-Civil War Quilts: The Secret Codes to Freedom on the Underground Railroad will be hosted by the Friends of Case Memorial Library. 

Orange Youth Services has proudly announced the purchase of a drug board for the Orange Police Department as part of its ongoing commitment to addressing substance abuse and promoting community well-being. The board was purchased through prevention funding through the State of Connecticut Opioid Re

With the holidays approaching, many of us are looking forward to travelling near and far to raise a glass with friends and family. As you gather with loved ones to spread cheer, remember to encourage those around you to make responsible choices when it comes to alcohol. 

Stop by the library during the Christmas Tree Lighting! We'll have take and make crafts while supplies last, and Al deCant will be here to lead a singalong from 3-3:45pm!

The Friends of the Case Memorial Library Board invite all ladies and gentlemen of Orange who like to knit (or shop) to start thinking "mittens and hats." Cold weather is on the horizon and there are some children in town who might not have these items.

As we gather together to celebrate Thanksgiving, we at Orange Community Nursery School want to express our heartfelt gratitude for the wonderful families and the vibrant community that make our school such a special place. This Thanksgiving, we reflect on the importance of giving thanks and sharing

The Amity Regional School District is honored to announce the appointment of Dr. Shannan Carlson as Assistant Superintendent of Schools. Dr. Carlson brings over 25 years of experience as an educator and instructional leader, with expertise spanning Pre-K through high school.

The Orange Elementary School System is now accepting names for the “Lottery" for our 2025-2026 Preschool Program. Our Special Education/General Education integrated Preschool Program is looking for three and four-year-old children to enroll as community peers.

St. Mary School in Milford is once again transforming its campus into a winter wonderland for its annual Christmas Tree Sale! Shop under twinkling lights at our beautiful farm stand beginning November 29th at 11:00am and continuing until Christmas! We will have freshly cut Christmas trees, wreaths

There are over 110 miles of streets in the Town of Orange. Snow removal can cost up to $2,500.00 per hour. Therefore, it is important for the Department of Public Works to use its resources wisely with cooperation from the residents to minimize the cost.