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On Tuesday, April 21st, the Amity Chamber of Commerce will launch the legal seminar program, "Breakfast & Briefs." The program will be presented by Amity Chamber member Zabel Schellenberg Attorneys at Law, and led by two of the firm's partners, Owen Weaver and Courtney George.
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Ray Collins III, Republican candidate for State Representative in Connecticut’s 117th District, today announced that his campaign has officially met the strict fundraising threshold for the Connecticut Citizens’ Election Program (CEP) grant. To qualify for the grant, a candidate must collect at leas
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Artist/illustrator, writer, and graphic novelist Dave Roman will visit the Amity Regional High School library next week to offer workshops to Amity’s art and English classes. He previously visited Amity on two occasions prior to the COVID-19 pandemic, both of which were well received by and popular
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Holy Infant Church Women's Guild Hosts Dinner to Celebrate & Support Scholarships
The Holy Infant Church Women’s Guild is having their Installation and Scholarship dinner on Tuesday May 14 at 5:45 pm. It will be at the Birchwoods Banquet Hall at Oakland CC, 1027 Racebrook Rd in Woodbridge. Tickets are $40 per person which includes appetizers, entree, and dessert.
Yom HaShoah Commemoration with Author Daphne Geismar
Featured speaker, Daphne Geismar, author of "Invisible Years," will share her family's story of resilience during the Holocaust. With a background in design and academia, Geismar's insights offer a unique perspective on history and hope.
Amity Board of Education Approves Budget with New Teacher Positions, Community Forum Planned
On April 8, 2024, the Amity Board of Education held its District Public Budget Hearing. Superintendent Byars presented a brief overview of the 2024-2025 budget. There was no comment from any member of the public at the hearing. The Board of Education adopted budget is 3.49% higher than the current
Connecticut’s Original Paranormal Convention Returns July 20-21 in New Location
For years there have been ghost sightings, ghost hunters, and unexplained occurrences. Certain states in the U.S. have been acknowledged as being very “haunted.” Connecticut is certainly among the most haunted states, and, over the past few years, interest in the paranormal has been growing.
Rock & Roll Sock Hop Dance Party Coming to The Area May 10th
In May of 1987 a nightclub opened in downtown New Haven like no other before it or since. On the corner of College and Crown Streets, in the location that was for years home to Harold’s Restaurant and later on the Court Jester nightclub, it instantly became an institution in the city.
Case Memorial Library: Fun & Free Events for All Ages! From 3D Printing to Book Clubs & Seed Bombs
Love escape rooms and puzzles? Grab a Break-In Bag! They’re just like a mini escape room only instead of trying to break out, you must break in! To win the game and free the loot in your bag, you must solve the puzzles which correspond to the 3-digit lock. This is a take-home activity for students
Orange Historical Society Hosts "A Taste of the Past"
The Orange Historical Society is inviting residents to a special event, "A Taste of the Past," on April 13, 2024, from 1:00 PM to 3:30 PM. The event will be held at the Orange Congregational Church located at 205 Meetinghouse Lane, Orange, CT.
Student News: Riley Palazzo Inducted into The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi
Riley Palazzo of Orange, Connecticut, was recently initiated into The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi, the nation’s oldest and most selective all-discipline collegiate honor society. Palazzo was initiated at the University of Maine.
12 Drug-Free Approaches to Manage Pain
Pain happens to everyone. No one is exempt. Whether acute or chronic, join us and learn drug-free approaches to manage pain.
Ray’s Box of Socks Collection
Amity Middle School Orange 8th grade students and teachers recently sponsored their annual Ray's Box of Socks collection. Socks were collected at all Amity Regional No 5 schools, plus the Racebrook elementary school and the Goddard school. Through their combined efforts, 1,779 pairs of socks
Living Treasure Recipients for 2024
Each year the Orange Senior Center recognizes three Orange senior residents who have given so much of themselves and their time to the Orange community. They will be honored at Pasta Festa on May 16, 2024, at the High Plains Community Center in Orange. Three wonderful ladies have been chosen to
Author and Storyteller to Visit Amity Regional High School
Connecticut author and storyteller Matthew Dicks will visit the Amity Regional High School library next week to present two master classes in the art of storytelling.
