News in Orange, CT


Amity Schools: Building Tomorrow's Leaders Through Excellence Today
The Board’s foremost responsibility is to ensure the safety, security, academic success, and overall well-being of every student in the Amity Regional District. However, as a public school district, we are legally bound to comply with all applicable laws and regulations.


Synergy at Amity Physical Therapy: Wellness & Fitness Reimagined
Twenty years ago, Michael Dow MSPT/CEO and Clinical Director, founded Amity Physical Therapy and presaged the area's first synergistic therapy-fitness-wellness center. In the “Fitness/Wellness” division of is practice, he evolved his concept carefully and methodically. Always committed to detail and


Interfaith Youth Iftar Dinner
Congregations of Orange Collaborative and our Muslim members are having a free vegetarian youth dinner. It is for kids aged around 12-18. The purpose is for teens of all faiths to meet, interact and learn about different religions. There will be a short video on Ramadan, and games the kids will


Orange Youth Services Offers $3K in Scholarships
Orange Youth Services, a department of Orange Community Services, is excited to announce it will award three (3) $1,000 scholarships this year to graduating high school seniors who live in Orange. Funding is provided by a grant through the State Department of Children and Families.


Dean's List Honors Announced at Tufts University
Tufts University recently announced the dean's list for the fall 2024 semester. Dean's list honors at Tufts University require a semester grade point average of 3.4 or greater.


A Culinary Journey Around the World: Haroset Tasting Event
Congregation Or Shalom's Adult Education program is offering a unique culinary experience this March: "Haroset Around the World!" This special event, taking place on Sunday, March 9th from 10:00 AM to 11:30 AM, will explore the diverse traditions of haroset making within Jewish communities across


Victor Perez named to Salve Regina University's Fall 2024 Dean's List
Victor Perez of Orange was named to the Dean's List during the Fall 2024 academic semester at Salve Regina University. To qualify for the Dean's List, students must earn a semester grade point average of 3.6 for full-time students completing at least 12 graded credits, or a semester grade point


Library Events: Crafts, Films, Book Clubs & More in February and March
The Library will be closed on Monday, February 17, 2025 in observance of Presidents' Day. The Library will reopen at 10 a.m. on Tuesday, February 18.


Screenagers Screening: Navigating Kids' Digital Age
Orange Youth Services is tackling the critical issue of digital media's impact on children with a special screening of the documentary "Screenagers: Growing Up in the Digital Age" (Elementary School Age Edition). The event, designed to equip families with the tools and knowledge to navigate the


Hometown Students Recognized on UHart Dean's and President's List
The University of Hartford is pleased to announce that 2,291 students have been named to the Dean's List and President's List for the fall 2024 semester. The Dean's List recognizes students achieving superior academic standing. The requirement, with some exceptions, is a grade point average of at


Jarad Named to WPI Dean's List for Fall 2024
Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI) has announced that Aditi Bhattamishra, a member of the class of 2028 majoring in Robotics Engineering, was named to the university's Dean's List for academic excellence for the fall 2024 semester.


Sports Injuries: RICE & Fast Recovery
Acute sports injuries can be a devastating experience for athletes at all levels, from professionals to weekend warriors. The immediate aftermath of an injury often involves pain, swelling, and the inability to continue playing. While some athletes can quickly recover and return to the game, others


Superhero, Pajama & Firefighter Fun at OCNS!
Superhero training, cozy pajama days, and future firefighters! OCNS provides a fun and engaging learning environment for 3s, 4s, and kindergarten readiness 5s. Discover how OCNS makes learning an adventure!


WPI Robotics Student Named to Fall 2024 Dean's List
Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI) has announced that Aditi Bhattamishra, a member of the class of 2028 majoring in Robotics Engineering, was named to the university's Dean's List for academic excellence for the fall 2024 semester.


Springfield College Dean's List Honors Five Local Students
Springfield College Recognizes Dean's List Students for the 2024 Fall Semester.


Craft Workshops, Book Clubs & More: February-March Library Events
Capture your thoughts and memories in a junk journal by upcycling scrap paper, ephemera, and all kinds of recycled materials. Workshop guided by Librarian Rebecca Harlow.


Ana Carney Named to LMU Fall 2024 Dean's List
Ana Carney, of Orange, seeking a Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science, was named to the Lincoln Memorial University Dean's List for the fall semester of 2024. To be placed on the Dean's List, the student must be a full-time undergraduate and have a 3.5 or higher grade-point-average for the


Lyngdal Achieves JMU Dean's List for Fall 2024
Orange resident Annika Lyngdal has been named to the dean's list at James Madison University for the fall 2024 semester. Students who earn dean's list honors must carry at least 12 graded credit hours and earn a GPA of between 3.5 and 3.899. Lyngdal is majoring in Health Sciences - BS.