News in Orange, CT


Commercial Leasing Seminar: Types, Terms & Taxes Guide
"Commercial Leasing: Types, Terms, Taxes," a free legal breakfast seminar organized by the Amity Chamber of Commerce, will be held Tuesday, September 22nd, at Charter Senior Living of Woodbridge, 330 Amity Road, Woodbridge. Doors open at 8:15 am, with the one-hour session starting promptly at 8:30


Amity Chamber Hosts Lamont & Fazio Gubernatorial Forum
The Amity Chamber of Commerce is honored to present: “Conversations with Gov. Ned Lamont and State Senator Ryan Fazio," on Monday, September 28, 2026, at the Courtyard by Marriott, 136 Marsh Hill Road, Orange. The program is free; however, registration is required, with check-in and seating from


Foyer and Konwerski Named "2026 Firefighters of the Year"
Orange Firefighter Don Foyer and Woodbridge Firefighter Paul Konwerski will be honored at the Amity Chamber of Commerce Community Awards and Annual Meeting as each town’s Firefighter of the Year.


Congregation Or Shalom Hosts Annual Shabbat at the Gazebo
On Friday, September 4, Congregation Or Shalom held their annual Shabbat at the Gazebo at the High Plains Community Center. It is a wonderful way to say good-bye to summer and welcome our new families.


September Library Events: Author Talks, Clubs & Book Boxes
The Library will be closed on Saturday, September 5 and Monday, September 7 for Labor Day. The Library will reopen on Monday, September 8 at 10 a.m.


B'nai Jacob September Events & High Holiday Schedule
Welcome the Jewish New Year with a month of prayer, reflection, learning, and community. Join us for High Holiday services, family programming, and the start of our fall Adult Education season.


Orange Firefighters to Honor 9/11 Fire Responders
Members of the Orange Volunteer Fire Department will honor firefighters and other first responders killed by terrorists in the attacks on the United States on Sept. 11, 2001. The ceremony will be held at 5 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 8 on the Orange Town Green. The public is invited.


Ribbon Cut, Ready to Run: Marathon Sports Opens In Orange
Marathon Sports, located at 464 Boston Post Road, Orange, held its official ribbon-cutting yesterday, followed by an open house. Orange Store Manager Dan Perusina was joined by Amity Chamber of Commerce CEO Barry Lee Cohen, Orange Economic Development Corporation Executive Director Annemarie Sliby


James Madison University Welcomes Class of 2030
James Madison University is excited to welcome the class of 2030. The incoming class represents an accomplished, diverse group of individuals who hail from 40 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico and 20 countries and territories outside the U.S.


Orange Residents Graduate from URI in Class of 2026
The University of Rhode Island celebrated more 4,000 of its newest alumni during the University's 2026 Commencement. Approximately 3,800 undergraduate degrees and 900 graduate degrees were conveyed to students during the ceremonies which took place May 15-17, 2026.


Peterson, Blume Named "2026 Police Officers of the Year"
Orange Police Detective Denny Peterson and Woodbridge Sergeant Michael Blume will be honored at the Amity Chamber of Commerce Community Awards and Annual Meeting as each town’s Police Officer of the Year.


Achieve Improved Motion Expands Chiropractic Practice
On Saturday, Dr. Michael Simeoli and Dr. Ryan Pegolo were joined by an enthusiastic group of family, friends, and patients to celebrate the official grand opening and expansion of Achieve Improved Motion, located at 370 Boston Post Road, Orange. The festivities included an open house, facility tours


Orange Honors Golf Legend Pat O'Sullivan Lucey at 100
September 2026 marks the recognition and celebration of Patricia O’Sullivan Lucey’s 100th birthday. Race Brook Country Club and the Town of Orange are proclaiming September 8, 2026 as “Pat O’Sullivan Lucey Day”.


SBM Hospitality Named 2026 Amity Chamber Business of the Year
SBM Hospitality will be recognized as the 2026 Amity Chamber of Commerce Business of the Year at the Amity Chamber Community Awards and Annual Meeting on Thursday, September 17th.


Odyssey '26: Annual Greek Festival Returns
Saint Barbara Greek Orthodox Church will present “Odyssey '26: A Greek Festival” — its annual Labor Day weekend celebration of Greek food, music, and culture — on September 4, 5, 6, and 7 on the church grounds at 480 Racebrook Rd., Orange.


Orange Public Schools Free & Reduced Meal Policy 2026-27
The Orange Public School District announced today its policy for determining eligibility of children who may receive free or reduced-price meals served under the National School Lunch Program (NSLP) and School Breakfast Program (SBP).


Connecticut Orthopaedics Debuts New Mobile GE Voyager MRI
On Tuesday, August 18, Connecticut Orthopaedics celebrated the debut of its new, state-of-the-art mobile GE Voyager MRI with a ribbon-cutting organized by the Amity Chamber of Commerce. Located at 235 Boston Post Road in Orange, Dr. Peter DeLuca, Dr. Kenneth Kramer, CEO, Susan Bader, CFO


Maplewood Resident Celebrates 100th Birthday
Maplewood at Orange, a senior living community in Orange, just celebrated a milestone worth sharing: resident Frank Broderick turned 100 years old.


