News in Orange, CT

Amity Middle School Social Studies teachers, Jennifer Marganski and Matthew Williams worked in collaboration with Orange town officials and Orange Youth Services to plan Government Day. Students had the opportunity to shadow local government officials in various departments including the First

St. Mary School is thrilled to announce their upcoming Prekindergarten Open House on December 6th from 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM. They warmly invite interested families to join them to tour our Prekindergarten classrooms, meet the teachers, and see what makes the school such a special place to learn

The 4s class from OCNS (Orange Community Nursery School) enjoyed a truly beautiful day for their visit to Buttermilk Lane Farm. The sunny weather provided the perfect setting for the children to explore the farm's various attractions and get an up-close look at farm life.

“Coffee & … Learn” is a group of people of all persuasions who come together to explore the ancient texts of our heritage, and the light they shed on the issues of our day. It takes place at Congregation Or Shalom in Orange on Wednesday mornings, from 11am till noon, late fall to late spring.

7 Brew Drive Thru Coffee and the Amity Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon-cutting ceremony to mark the grand opening of the coffee chain's new stand at 212 Boston Post Road, Orange.

Preschool Storytime, Lapsit Storytime, and Toddler Storytime are canceled the week of October 20 due to the paving schedule. If you plan to visit the Library when the parking lot is closed, please park at Town Hall.

Orange Community Women is happy to announce its third annual craft fair to be held at High Plains Community Center on Saturday, November 1st from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm. With more than 50 vendors, food trucks and a raffle, there will be something there for everyone!

Amity Girls Volleyball would like to thank everyone who came to their Dig Pink Game on Monday, October 6th! Thanks to the generosity of our fans, Captains Lily Simons & Nina Nardechhia delivered a $650 donation check to Smilow Cancer Center in New Haven!

On June 10, our community proudly celebrated 319 graduates as they crossed the stage at Amity Regional High School’s Annual Commencement Exercises. On behalf of the entire Board of Education, congratulations to the Class of 2025! Thank you for all you have contributed to our schools and communities

On Saturday, November 8 from 10 am to 3 pm, the holiday book sale will take place at Case Memorial Library. If you are looking for gifts for the season, the holiday sale offers so many kinds of books that it will be easy to find a gift for even the most hard-to-please recipient. 

On Saturday, November 15th at 1:00 p.m., please join the Friends of Case Memorial Library as they commemorate Jane Austen’s 250 birthday. The Friends will offer an array of assorted refreshments to enjoy with tea. Of course, tea is always best when it is served in one’s own favorite cup

There are over 110 miles of streets in the Town of Orange. Snow removal can cost more than $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.

In support of its mission to provide educational opportunities to local women in need of financial assistance, the Network of Executive Women of Milford will be raising money for its Scholarship Fund at its upcoming Pink & Powerful networking event. All of the net proceeds of the event

There are few things more gut wrenching than lying on the court or field of play, writhing in pain from an injury just sustained during practice or a game. The swelling, the pain, an inability to get yourself off the field. Most athletes, whether professional, collegiate, or recreational have been

It’s amazing what you can find on a beach. About 50 members of an Orange synagogue picked up a watch, a hotel key, a paring knife, sunglasses and even a pair of shorts as they scoured Woodmont Beach Sunday as part of their fourth annual beach cleanup.

Get ready for a joyful and heartwarming celebration! Congregation Or Shalom is hosting its "Blessing of the Animals" event, a beautiful tradition honoring the special bond between humans and their beloved animal companions.

The Town of Orange Highway Department announced they have received three new vehicles. A new bucket truck which will be used for traffic light repair, hanging banners at High Plains, the Country Fair, and the OVFD Carnival as well as for tree trimming.

The Amity Chamber of Commerce Community Awards and Annual Meeting took place recently at the Courtyard by Marriott, 136 Marsh Hill Road, Orange. This sold-out event honored the Orange and Woodbridge Police Officers and the Orange and Bethany Firefighters of the Year, as selected by their peers.