News in Orange, CT


Macy Lyons Named to University of Bridgeport's Spring 2026 President's List
Macy Lyons of Orange was named to University of Bridgeport's Spring 2026 President's List. Lyons was among more than 330 students named to the Spring 2026 President's List.


Owen Hawes Named to Western New England University's Spring 2026 Dean's List
Western New England University (WNE) is proud to recognize Owen Hawes of Orange as one of 805 students who have earned a place on the Spring 2026 Dean's List, reflecting their dedication to academic excellence, perseverance, and commitment to achieving their educational goals.


WPI Student Daniel Kim Completes Accessibility Project
Daniel Kim, a member of the class of 2027 majoring in Biomedical Engineering and Mechanical Engineering at Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI), was a member of a student team that recently completed a professional-level research-driven project titled "Creating an Accessible Website for People with


Orange Community Nursery School Celebrates 2026 Graduates
Congratulations to all the graduates at Orange Community Nursery School! Students in the 4’s preschool class and the 5 year old kindergarten readiness class celebrated a year of learning and friendship.


Springfield College Recognizes Dean's List Students for the 2026 Spring Semester
Springfield College recognized its Dean's List students for the 2026 Spring Semester. The following Orange students were recognized for academic excellence.


Amity Chamber Business Symposium & Expo Set for July 22
The Amity Chamber of Commerce is holding its second annual "Amity Chamber Business Symposium & Expo" on July 22nd, at Yale West Campus, 100 West Campus Drive, Orange, from 3:30 pm - 7:00 pm.


Chip's Family Restaurant Recognized for Community Philanthropy on 60th Anniversary
On Thursday, June 4th, an Amity Chamber of Commerce business after-hours hosted by Chip's Restaurant, 321 Boston Post Road, Orange, also served as a surprise recognition for the restaurant and its co-owners, Adam and Dina Bajko.


Local Students Named to Stonehill College's Spring 2026 Dean's List
Stonehill College is pleased to recognize the students named to the Spring 2026 Dean's List. To qualify for this honor, undergraduate students must have achieved a semester grade point average of 3.50 or higher with a minimum of 12 credits from courses graded with standard letter grades.


JMU Honors Orange Students for Spring 2026 Academic Excellence & Graduation
James Madison University is pleased to announce that the following students made the Dean's List for the spring 2026 semester. Ava Gloria of Orange, who is majoring in Marketing - BBA. Ellery Varholak of Orange, who is majoring in Middle Grades Education - BS.


Stephen Stardellis Completes Intensive Capstone Research Project
Stephen Stardellis, a member of the class of 2026 majoring in Computer Science at Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI), recently completed a senior thesis that is required of all graduating seniors as part of the university's distinctive project-based educational experience.


Rev. Geoff Sinibaldo Named Good Shepherd Priest
The Church of the Good Shepherd is pleased to announce the appointment of the Rev. Geoff Sinibaldo as Priest-in-Charge and the beginning of our ministry together.


Amity Chamber Free Legal Seminar Examines Business Liability, Risks, and Responsibilities
The next Amity Chamber "Breakfast & Briefs" legal seminar will be held on June 16th at Charter Senior Living of Woodbridge, 330 Amity Road, Woodbridge. Doors open at 8:15 am, with the one-hour briefing starting promptly at 8:30 am. The program includes a free, catered breakfast, compliments


Emma Tirollo Among University of Scranton Graduate Class of 2026
Emma Grace Tirollo of Orange was among the more than 450 master's and doctoral degrees at its graduate commencement ceremony for the Class of 2026. Graduates received their diplomas on Sunday, May 24, at Mohegan Arena at Casey Plaza in Wilkes-Barre Township. Graduates must have completed their


6th Annual Orange Artisan Fest & Expo Set for June 18
Save the date for the 6th Annual Orange Artisan Fest & Business Expo, scheduled on Thursday, June 18, 2026, from 2:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. at the Orange Fairgrounds, 525 Orange Center Road, Orange. The all-outdoor event, hosted by the Orange Economic Development Corporation, is rain or shine and is


Police Officer Visits OCNS
Thank you to Detective Bailey for a wonderful visit to Orange Community Nursery School. We had a great time learning safety rules and what a police officer does for their job.


United Insurance Group Celebrates Five Decades in Orange with New, Expanded Location
Celebrating more than five decades in Orange, United Insurance Group held a ribbon-cutting yesterday to open its new offices, which double the size of its former location and offer expanded capabilities to serve its clients with a robust array of insurance services.


SNHU Announces Spring 2026 President's and Dean's List Honors
Orange residents Michelle Bruce and Sheila Quiles earn Spring 2026 academic honors at Southern New Hampshire University for the President's and Dean's Lists.


Performance of Life of Abigail Adams at Case Memorial Library
On Saturday, May 30 at 2 pm, actress Sheryl Faye will perform her live, one-woman, multimedia show entitled “Abigail Adams - Liberty and Legacy.” One delightful way to commemorate America's 250th birthday is by attending this portrayal of Abigail Adams. The first lady’s wit, wisdom, and courage


