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Author and graphic novelist Dave Roman wearing glasses and a striped shirt, smiling in a professional headshot for his upcoming Amity school workshop.Author and graphic novelist Dave Roman wearing glasses and a striped shirt, smiling in a professional headshot for his upcoming Amity school workshop.
Author Dave Roman to Host Graphic Novel Workshops at Amity
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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Owen T. Weaver, candidate for Connecticut’s 14th State Senate District, wearing a suit and smiling in a professional headshot for his political campaign.Owen T. Weaver, candidate for Connecticut’s 14th State Senate District, wearing a suit and smiling in a professional headshot for his political campaign.
Town Attorney Owen Weaver Announces Republican Bid for 14th Senate District
Attorney Owen T. Weaver, a well accomplished municipal attorney, civil litigator, and a proven local leader, today announced his candidacy to become the Republican candidate for Connecticut’s 14th State Senate District, seeking to bring his legal experience, local roots, and record of civic involvem
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Portrait of Dr. Pang-Hsung Wang, an elderly Taiwanese man with a gentle smile, wearing a black v-neck sweater over a patterned blue collared shirt.Portrait of Dr. Pang-Hsung Wang, an elderly Taiwanese man with a gentle smile, wearing a black v-neck sweater over a patterned blue collared shirt.
Obituary: Dr. Pang-Hsung Wang
Dr. Pang-Hsung Wang, 85, of Milford, beloved husband of Mei-Lee (Pan) Wang, passed away on March 10, 2026 just 3 days before his 86th birthday. He was born on March 13, 1940 and originally from Taipei, Taiwan.
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Joyful Tot Shabbat service at Congregation Or Shalom in Orange, CT. Event on January 10th for children aged birth to 5. RSVP required.Joyful Tot Shabbat service at Congregation Or Shalom in Orange, CT. Event on January 10th for children aged birth to 5. RSVP required.
Congregation Or Shalom to Host Tot Shabbat
Congregation Or Shalom has announced a Tot Shabbat event scheduled for January 10th. This gathering is designed specifically for children from birth to age 5.
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Exterior view of the Case Memorial Library in Orange, CT, showing the white and brick building with an American flag flying on a pole on a sunny day.Exterior view of the Case Memorial Library in Orange, CT, showing the white and brick building with an American flag flying on a pole on a sunny day.
Case Memorial Library: December Events & Holiday Hours
The Library will be closed on Thursday, December 25 in observance of Christmas and on Thursday, January 1 in observance of New Year’s Day. 
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Mary L. Tracy School logo featuring a blue oval with a beehive, bees, and the slogan Is a fun place to be for the Orange Public Schools preschool lottery.Mary L. Tracy School logo featuring a blue oval with a beehive, bees, and the slogan Is a fun place to be for the Orange Public Schools preschool lottery.
Orange Schools 2026-27 Preschool Lottery Accepting Names
The Orange Public Schools is now accepting names for the “Lottery” for our 2026–2027 Preschool Program. Our Special Education/General Education integrated Preschool Program is looking for three and four-year-old children to enroll as community peers. Our Preschool Program enriches each child’s
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Amity school crest featuring a gold banner with AMITY text, a black and gold shield, a sunburst on the left, and three black birds on the right.Amity school crest featuring a gold banner with AMITY text, a black and gold shield, a sunburst on the left, and three black birds on the right.
Amity Budget, Policy Updates, and Fall Sports Champions
On behalf of the Board of Education, our Amity students, faculty, staff, parents, and community, we would like to thank the Board members who are ending their terms on November 30. Carla Eichler served the Orange community for eight years; Christina Levere D’Addio and Sean Hartshorn represented
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Congregation Or Shalom logo: White abstract graphic of three curving arches resembling flames or a modern menorah on a blue background. Congregation Or Shalom logo: White abstract graphic of three curving arches resembling flames or a modern menorah on a blue background.
Or Shalom Welcomes New Rabbi with Open House Events
Congregation Or Shalom is thrilled to celebrate the arrival of its new spiritual leader, Rabbi Lindsey Healy-Pollack, with a packed weekend of events for all ages. As a lifelong learner, Rabbi Lindsey is inspired by the Jewish tradition’s values of inquiry, asking questions, and discussion.
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Headshot of Kyle Wasilewski, Lockheed Martin technician and Bethany Economic Development Commission member, now Amity Chamber Board Director.Headshot of Kyle Wasilewski, Lockheed Martin technician and Bethany Economic Development Commission member, now Amity Chamber Board Director.
Kyle Wasilewski Joins Amity Chamber Board of Directors
Kyle Wasilewski, a member of the Bethany Economic Development Commission, was recently elected to the Amity Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors. A Senior Aircraft Technician at Lockheed Martin for over seventeen years, Wasilewski is an advocate and understands the challenges of today's
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Do I Need Surgery For My Rotator Cuff Tear?
One of the most commonly injured areas of the body is the shoulder. It is a dynamic joint, allowing us the greatest mobility of any articulating joint. But with great mobility, comes great potential for injury.
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St. Mary School Christmas Tree Sale flyer surrounded by decorated evergreen branches, listing trees (5-9ft), wreaths, boxes, and hours.St. Mary School Christmas Tree Sale flyer surrounded by decorated evergreen branches, listing trees (5-9ft), wreaths, boxes, and hours.
St. Mary School Christmas Tree & Wreath Sale
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 28th at 12:00 PM and continuing until Christmas! We will have freshly cut Christmas trees, wreaths
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Group of volunteers smiling outdoors after a successful coastal cleanup event, contributing to the "Reverse Tashlich" initiative to protect marine life.Group of volunteers smiling outdoors after a successful coastal cleanup event, contributing to the "Reverse Tashlich" initiative to protect marine life.
Reverse Tashlich: Clean-up Gathers 45 lbs of Debris
During Rosh Hashanah, it is a tradition for members of the Jewish community to visit a body of water and symbolically cast away their sins into the water in the Tashlich Service.
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A large outdoor Christmas tree lit up at night with white and blue lights and star ornaments, surrounded by strings of lights.A large outdoor Christmas tree lit up at night with white and blue lights and star ornaments, surrounded by strings of lights.
Family Fun at Library Christmas Tree Lighting on December 6
The Case Memorial Library is scheduled to host a variety of family activities on Saturday, December 6th, starting at 3 p.m., at its Christmas Tree Lighting event. Attendees are invited to the library's meeting room at 3 p.m. to sing along with Al deCant.
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An autumnal flyer for the "Interfaith Community Thanksgiving Service" on November 23 at 7:00 PM. All are welcome.An autumnal flyer for the "Interfaith Community Thanksgiving Service" on November 23 at 7:00 PM. All are welcome.
Interfaith Community Thanksgiving Service
The Orange Interfaith Community invites all residents and neighbors to join in a special Interfaith Community Thanksgiving Service on Thursday, November 23, at 7:00 PM at Congregation Or Shalom, located at 205 Old Grassy Hill Road in Orange.
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A bright red and cream sign reading "THE LIBRARY WILL BE CLOSED" hanging against a blurry background of colorful, packed bookshelves.A bright red and cream sign reading "THE LIBRARY WILL BE CLOSED" hanging against a blurry background of colorful, packed bookshelves.
Case Memorial Library: November Events & Book Sale Fun
Holiday Closing: The Library will be closed on Tuesday, November 11 for Veterans Day. The Library will reopen on Wednesday, November 12 at 10 A.M.
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