News in Orange, CT


Monschein Earns Dean's List Honors at Montclair State
Montclair State University has announced that Leah Monschein, a resident of Orange, has been named to the Dean's List for the Fall 2025 semester.


Amity Schools to Destroy Special Ed Records After June 30
Amity Regional School District #5, as per state guidelines, is properly disposing of student special education records. The records of any student who has received special services are maintained for six years after their class graduates. Former Amity students who were born between 2001 -2003


Orange Scouts Pack 922 Hosting Food Drive and Field Day
Orange Scouts Pack 922 is a local group of parents and kids focused on building character, helping our community, and having fun together. In May and June, there are a few ways you can get involved and join in.Residents can support those in need by purchasing non-perishable food, personal care, and


Library Passport, Author Talks & Spring Book Sale
Through April 30 Visit Case Memorial Library to pick up your passport. Visit at least 5 participating libraries during the month of April to have your passport stamped and receive a token gift. Return your passport by May 11 to be entered into a state-wide drawing for a chance to win a prize


Amity Update: 2026 Budget, Awards, and District News
The Amity Board of Education has approved a proposed 2026-2027 budget of $58,809,212, representing an increase of $700,213, or 1.20 percent, over the current fiscal year. The budget was developed over several months, beginning in August, with input from district staff, the Amity Finance Committee


Preschoolers Celebrate Spring with Festive Bunny Hats
The 3’s class at Orange Community Nursery School made bunny hats to celebrate spring! We wish everyone a Happy Passover and an Happy Easter!


Risana Ahmed Elected to Membership into The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi
Risana Ahmed of Orange, Connecticut, was recently elected to membership into The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi, the nation's oldest and most selective all-discipline collegiate honor society, at Southern Connecticut State University.


Musical Maypole Spring Celebration
Families with children birth through age four are invited to gather on Wednesday, May 6th from 10:00–11:15 for a special May Day celebration featuring a hands-on spring craft, flower crown decorating, an interactive Suzuki Early Childhood music circle, a traditional


Suzuki Music Cookie Concert: Vivace Strings at the Library
Join the Suzuki Music School of Orange for a Cookie Concert on Saturday, April 25th at 3pm at the Milford Library. This concert will feature Vivace, teen pop string ensemble from the Suzuki Music Schools. Tickets are free, but must be reserved in advance.


Join Us for the Library's Spring Book Sale on April 25
On April 25 from 10 AM till 3 PM, the Spring Book Sale will be in full swing where shoppers will find a well-stocked bookstore in the library basement.


Shape Your Library's Future: Take Our Community Survey!
Help us plan programs that reflect the needs of our community. Take our quick survey to share your interests and the times that work best for you and your family. Whether you’re 5 or 95, we want to hear from you!


Orange Students Head to VEX Robotics World Championship
Sophia Wong, from Amity Middle School Orange and River Vora from Race Brook Elementary School are going to VEX IQ Robotics World Championship on April 28-30 in St. Louis. They both attend CT Stem Academy in Wallingford to build their robots with their teams since September and participated in


Rep. Welander To Host Early Childhood Advocacy Day Press Conference
State Rep. Mary Welander will host a press conference to discuss legislative proposals supporting access to safe, high-quality, and affordable childcare. Legislators, advocates, and parents will share why strong early childhood funding is essential for our kids, working families, and our economy.


Amity Chamber Launches Free Breakfast & Briefs Legal Series
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.


Ray Collins III Meets Funding Goal for State Rep Campaign
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


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


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


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.


