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Wareck D'Ostillio
Orange Town News
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Please join us in congratulating the following students for their outstanding academic excellence, exemplary citizenship, and remarkable perseverance. Their achievements have been recognized with prestigious awards from distinguished educational organizations
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Congregation Or Shalom will host a community blood drive in partnership with the American Red Cross on July 15, 2025, from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at 205 Old Grassy Hill Road.To learn more or make an appointment to donate, visit redcrossblood.org.“The short amount of time it takes to donate can mean
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The University of Rhode Island is pleased to announce that several Orange students have been named to its Spring 2025 Dean's List. To be included on the Dean's List, full-time students must have completed 12 or more credits for letter grades which are GPA applicable
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Peck Place School Honors Veterans
The students and staff of The Peck Place School gathered together to honor our veterans who fought and served for our country. Veterans related to students and staff were treated to refreshments and a musical event which included the voices of all students from grades 1-6.
Amity Contract Seeks to Attract New Teachers
In an effort to stem the tide of teachers leaving the district and to support teacher retention, the Amity Board of Education and the Teachers Union have agreed to an unprecedented 13.5% salary increase spread over the next three school years.
Orange Preschool Lottery
The Orange Elementary School System is now accepting names for the “Lottery” for the 2024-2025 Preschool Program at Mary L. Tracy School. Our Special Education/General Education integrated preschool is looking for three- and four-year old children to enroll as community peers and positive role
Amity Captain Donates 18 Pies for Holiday Giving Program
Jillian Barnes, Captain of the Amity Girls Basketball team, organized a Lyman Orchard’s Pie fundraiser with her teammates and collected and donated 18 pies to the Orange Community Services Holiday Giving Program. Thank you, Jillian, for your kindness – it does matter!
Amity Spartans 9u Football Team is Headed to the Pop Warner Super Bowl Nationals
After winning the Northern Connecticut Pop Warner and New Egland Regional Championships, the 21 players from Woodbridge, Bethany, and Orange are heading to the Pop Warner Super Bowl Nationals being held December 2-8, 2023 in Orlando, Florida.
Amity Youth Lacrosse: Register Now for 2024!
Amity Youth Lacrosse has opened registration for our 2024 Winter Clinic and 2024 Spring Season. The mission of Amity Youth Lacrosse is to develop an understanding of the sport of lacrosse and promote physical fitness and a sense of pride through teamwork, team spirit, strong sportsmanship
Temple Emanuel Donates 125 Turkeys to Soup Kitchen
Jeffrey Levison, chair of Temple Emanuel of Greater New Haven’s annual turkey collection program, stands among the turkeys being gathered by Temple members. This is the 22nd year for the turkey drive. Last year, the temple donated 93 turkeys to New Haven’s Downtown Evening Soup Kitchen.
Trinity Church Christmas Eve Services
All are welcome to attend our Christmas Eve services on Sunday, December 24th, at 10:30am and 5:00pm! Our morning service will offer nursery care and Children’s Church available for babies through 6th grade. Our evening service will be a family-friendly service and include a children’s book
Congregation Or Shalom for December 2023 & January 2024
Our Social Action Committee collects pull tabs from soda cans for the Ronald McDonald House in New Haven. The house hosts families of children who are being cared for at Yale New Haven Hospital and allows families to stay close to their children during hospitalization.
Letter: National CAP Wreaths Across America Campaign
I write to provide information for you to share with the Orange Connecticut Veterans concerning this year’s National CAP Wreaths Across America campaign to Remember the fallen, Honor those who serve, and Teach the next generation the value of freedom.
Letter: A Call for Civility and Merit in Orange Politics
I extend my warm congratulations to all candidates who emerged victorious in the recent municipal elections. As the Campaign Chair for the Orange Republican Party, I take immense pride in the integrity and dedication of our campaign and the caliber of candidates we presented.
Letter: The Most Wonderful Time of the Year
It’s the most wonderful time of the year! With family gatherings, gift swaps and midnight toasts quickly approaching this holiday season, Anheuser-Busch and Dichello Distributors, Inc. are more thankful than ever to be a part of your festivities.
Orange Voters Affirm Team Zeoli
Orange voters on November 7 affirmed First Selectman Jim Zeoli and the whole Republican ticket in municipal elections. The town leadership will look very similar to what it has been for the last several years, with a few exceptions.
History Corner: I Guess They Don’t Remember...
As time marches on, the history of the Town of Orange depends on those of us who keep learning about it and in some instances, as with my column, put it into writing. The one part of Orange that seems to be a mystery within the citizenry is Tyler City, so named by two New Haven entrepreneurs
