News in Orange, CT


Dive into Summer Fun at Case Memorial Library: Music, Crafts, Books & More
Come and enjoy a musical journey through many countries! Judy Handler and Mark Levesque perform their own inspiring & passionate arrangements on guitars and mandolin and will include music from the U.S., Europe, Eastern Europe, Brazil, Latin America and more! Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.


Orange Firefighters Hailed as a Hero for Role in Rescuing 13-Year-Old Boy
Tom Bartiss has responded to more than his share of emergency calls as a member of the Orange and West Haven fire departments, but emergencies were the furthest thing from his mind as he and his wife relaxed in Mexico. But when he saw a boy in trouble by the resort swimming pool


Step Back in Time at the Bryan Andrew House Open House
History buffs and community members, rejoice! The Bryan Andrew House is hosting a special Open House on Sunday, June 2nd from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM. This is your chance to explore this historic landmark, nestled at 131 Old Tavern Road, and discover exciting opportunities to get involved.


Celebrate Pride and Community at BEKI's Annual Pride Shabbat
The annual Pride Shabbat, honoring the diversity of gender identity and sexual orientation of the community, will be celebrated Saturday, June 8 at Congregation Beth El – Keser Israel [BEKI]. A festive meal will follow. Details at beki.org.


June is Dog License Month
The Town Clerk’s Office would like to remind all owners of dogs six months or older that June is the renewal month for dog licenses. One of the three ways to obtain a license is to visit the Town Clerks Office at Town Hall Monday through Friday between the hours of 8:30 am – 4:30 pm.


Orange Rehabilitation and Health Care Center Recognized By Wound Care Specialists With Award For Continued Superiority In Wound Healing
Orange Rehabilitation and Health Care Center (aka Orange Health Care Center) has received a Center of Distinction Certificate, awarded by Wound Care Specialists, LLC, Connecticut’s largest provider of post-acute and long-term care wound management services.


Collins Accepts GOP Nomination in the 117th District
Republican delegates from Milford, Orange, and West Haven came together at the Milford City Parsons Government Center on Thursday night, unanimously endorsing Ray Collins III as their candidate for State Representative in the 117th district.


Or Shalom Hosts Yom Hashoah Service
Or Shalom hosted the Yom Hashoah program, Holocaust Remembrance Day on Sunday, May 5th for the Jewish Federation of Greater New Haven. What an amazing turnout. Thank you to the Co- Chairs, Lynn Brothman and Gladys Horowitz and the whole Holocaust Memory Committee.


Local Graduates Celebrate Achievements at Spring Commencements
Brooke Matyasovsky, Master Business Administration graduated from Carson-Newman University at the conclusion of the institution’s Spring Semester.


Come Get Your Books for Summer Reading!
Are you looking for a good book to read? Are you looking for a book to take on vacation? Are you looking for a book that you can keep forever or to give as a gift? Are you looking for a book that doesn’t cost you a fortune?
You sound like the kind of person who needs to come to the Friends


Get Ready for A Day Of Excitement and Fun At Expecting Expo & Touch A Truck 2024!
We are excited to invite you to an incredible community event: Expecting Expo & Touch a Truck 2024! This event is perfect for all ages and stages, and it’s completely free and open to the public.


Amity Schools Celebrate Success: Budget Passes, Award Winners Honored, Library Renovation Plans Advance
The Amity Board of Education would like to thank the support of the community for the successful passage of the 2024-2025 Amity Regional School District Budget. The final vote count across the three towns was 979 in favor and 407 against. Additionally, each town individually approved the budget.


Stay Active, Creative, and Social This June at the Orange Senior Center
Mickey will return for another beading class on Tuesday, June 4, at 10:00am. Be sure to reserve a seat by calling (203) 891-4784.


Case Memorial Library Bustles with Summer Events: Book Sales, Films, Music & More
Join Bookcase leader Toby Zabinski for a discussion of Nothing More Dangerous by Allen Eskens. This program will be held on Zoom. Registration is required to receive the Zoom link.


Town of Orange to Host 2024 Independence Day Concert and Fireworks Display
The Town of Orange will be hosting an Independence Day Concert and Fireworks Display at the Orange Fairgrounds on Friday, July 5th. The rain date for the event is Sunday, July 7th.


SCASA Student Recognition Award – Amity Middle School Orange
This year we are pleased to announce to the following students who have received the SCASA Student Recognition Award for 2024: Principal Kathy Burke, Sophia Gaudet, Ethan Parks, and Superintendent Dr. Jennifer Byars.


Outdoor Rosary Honoring Our Lady of Fatima
Please join us for an outdoor Rosary honoring Our Lady of Fatima on Saturday, 5/25/24 at 10am. It will be held on the front lawn of Holy Infant church, 450 Racebrook Road in Orange, by Mary’s statue. Bring a lawn chair if it’s not raining. If it is raining we will pray the rosary in the lower level


Orange Student Recognized as Winner in the 19th Annual eesmarts™ Student Contest
Orange student Molly Kovar was recently honored as a winner in the 19th Annual eesmarts ™ Student Contest. Presented by Energize Connecticut℠ in partnership with Eversource and Avangrid subsidiaries, United Illuminating, Southern Connecticut Gas and Connecticut Natural Gas, the eesmarts