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![Orange, CT Town Seal. Black and white illustration of a plow and oxen, signifying the town's agricultural past. Established in 1822. The town hall is watermarked in the background.](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/63c014173ecb8ac1cf830b88/677eaa0ef4fb8bb7062fbf97_orange_town_seal_townhall.webp)
![Orange, CT Town Seal. Black and white illustration of a plow and oxen, signifying the town's agricultural past. Established in 1822. The town hall is watermarked in the background.](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/63c014173ecb8ac1cf830b88/677eaa0ef4fb8bb7062fbf97_orange_town_seal_townhall.webp)
The Town of Orange Plan of Conservation and Development (POCD) team has launched a Public Survey, open until mid-February. This survey aims to gather input from a diverse range of stakeholders, including Orange residents, workers, property and business owners, community organization representatives
![A group of people participating in a fitness class, focusing on the person in the foreground wearing pink patterned leggings and pink sneakers.](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/63c014173ecb8ac1cf830b88/6769ea2deaa02982a5147c7b_zumba.webp)
![A group of people participating in a fitness class, focusing on the person in the foreground wearing pink patterned leggings and pink sneakers.](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/63c014173ecb8ac1cf830b88/6769ea2deaa02982a5147c7b_zumba.webp)
Calling all local residents! Looking for a fun filled workout class for all ages? Come and join us Tuesdays and Thursdays at 6PM for 50 minutes of fun and sweat. With fun songs and our engaging instructors, you'll leave this class wanting more. Mark your calendars for our classes being held January
![Amity logo featuring a shield with a sunburst, three birds, and the word "Amity" on a banner.](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/63c014173ecb8ac1cf830b88/6453be454393e4fbcf11384e_amity-shield.webp)
![Amity logo featuring a shield with a sunburst, three birds, and the word "Amity" on a banner.](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/63c014173ecb8ac1cf830b88/6453be454393e4fbcf11384e_amity-shield.webp)
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
![Three individuals stand in front of a wall, two holding a colorful poster with safety guidelines. A signboard for Orange Youth Services is on the left.](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/63c014173ecb8ac1cf830b88/67536fa577a2aa518dbdee8d_youth%20services%20drug%20board.webp)
![Three individuals stand in front of a wall, two holding a colorful poster with safety guidelines. A signboard for Orange Youth Services is on the left.](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/63c014173ecb8ac1cf830b88/67536fa577a2aa518dbdee8d_youth%20services%20drug%20board.webp)
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
![Handmade knitted mitten ornaments with snowflake and striped patterns, hanging on a pink Christmas tree.](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/63c014173ecb8ac1cf830b88/674df640d21eea6de1ae138a_mitten%20tree.webp)
![Handmade knitted mitten ornaments with snowflake and striped patterns, hanging on a pink Christmas tree.](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/63c014173ecb8ac1cf830b88/674df640d21eea6de1ae138a_mitten%20tree.webp)
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.
![Powerful snow plow truck with orange cab and wide blade clearing snow.](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/63c014173ecb8ac1cf830b88/673e1cadae87484e17a9280a_orange%20snowplow.webp)
![Powerful snow plow truck with orange cab and wide blade clearing snow.](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/63c014173ecb8ac1cf830b88/673e1cadae87484e17a9280a_orange%20snowplow.webp)
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.
![Amity logo featuring a shield with a sunburst, three birds, and the word "Amity" on a banner.](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/63c014173ecb8ac1cf830b88/6453be454393e4fbcf11384e_amity-shield.webp)
![Amity logo featuring a shield with a sunburst, three birds, and the word "Amity" on a banner.](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/63c014173ecb8ac1cf830b88/6453be454393e4fbcf11384e_amity-shield.webp)
In September, the Board recognized the National Merit Scholarship Commended Scholars and Semi-Finalists. The focus presentation came from the Visual and Performing Arts Department, led by Department Chair Jessica Zamachaj. She presented the dates of upcoming fall music concerts, theater
![The image shows the aftermath of a fire that destroyed a wooden shed. The shed appears to have been used for storage, as there are various items such as tools and gardening equipment scattered around the burned remains. The fire caused significant damage, leaving behind charred wood and debris.](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/63c014173ecb8ac1cf830b88/672b825f16de43cbac63ec70_Dogwood%20pic.webp)
![The image shows the aftermath of a fire that destroyed a wooden shed. The shed appears to have been used for storage, as there are various items such as tools and gardening equipment scattered around the burned remains. The fire caused significant damage, leaving behind charred wood and debris.](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/63c014173ecb8ac1cf830b88/672b825f16de43cbac63ec70_Dogwood%20pic.webp)
Orange firefighters today extinguished a brush fire that burned through the wooded backyards of a neighborhood and the work area of a small farm.
![A spooky Halloween scene with a Grim Reaper costume sitting in the open trunk of an orange car, surrounded by pumpkins and spider webs. There's a crowd of people in the background enjoying a fall festival.](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/63c014173ecb8ac1cf830b88/6706a16768a03fcd695ed8c1_trunk%20or%20treat.webp)
![A spooky Halloween scene with a Grim Reaper costume sitting in the open trunk of an orange car, surrounded by pumpkins and spider webs. There's a crowd of people in the background enjoying a fall festival.](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/63c014173ecb8ac1cf830b88/6706a16768a03fcd695ed8c1_trunk%20or%20treat.webp)
Get ready for a frightfully fun time at the FUNtober at the Fairground event on Saturday, October 26th, from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM. This family-friendly event, sponsored by Orange Youth Services and Orange Park & Recreation, promises plenty of spooky thrills and treats for all ages.
![Firefighter Lisa Kaplan and Officer Paul Piscitelli in uniform standing side by side in front of the American flag, symbolizing public service and community safety.](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/63c014173ecb8ac1cf830b88/66eda22436dbd74cc56b402b_A-Kaplan_Piscitelli-Reduced.webp)
![Firefighter Lisa Kaplan and Officer Paul Piscitelli in uniform standing side by side in front of the American flag, symbolizing public service and community safety.](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/63c014173ecb8ac1cf830b88/66eda22436dbd74cc56b402b_A-Kaplan_Piscitelli-Reduced.webp)
The Orange Chamber of Commerce celebrated the contributions of local businesses and individuals at its annual Community Awards and Annual Meeting on September 19, 2024. Over 100 community members gathered to honor those who have made a significant impact on the town.
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