Local News for Orange, Connecticut

Representative Welander Champions School-Based Mental Health Legislation

Representative Mary Welander (D-Orange/Derby/Woodbridge), Vice Chair of the Children’s Committee, has championed the passage of HB 6509, “An Act Concerning School-Based Mental Health Clinics.” The Connecticut House voted 143 to 4 in strong bipartisan support to pass this legislation. “Providing access to mental health services for students is more important now than ever. Throughout the READ MORE.

Growing Orange Summer School Program Supported by Federal Grant to Focus on Learning Loss

The Orange school district is meeting a strong interest from families for an extended summer school program head on and is preparing to accommodate around 300 students. Summer learning opportunities will be supported by federal ESSER funds – the district received $164,000 in these emergency relief funds to address the impact that COVID-19 has had, READ MORE.

Student News July 2021

Achievements Amity Regional School District #5 Orange, CT – Nolan Young was recently presented with a South Central Area Superintendent’s Association award in recognition of his community service, academic prowess, and leadership in the school community. Nolan will be a senior at Amity Regional High School in the fall. Dean’s List Connecticut College New London, READ MORE.

School’s Out and The Carnival Is Coming to Town

After months of uncertainty, the countdown has started for the Orange Volunteer Firemen’s Carnival, which will open on Thursday, August 5 and run until Sunday, August 8 at the fairgrounds behind the High Plains Community Center. “As of right now, it’s a full go for the Carnival, with no Covid restrictions,” said event chairman Don READ MORE.

RBS Holds “Handing Off” Flag Bearer Ceremony

On June 8, 2021, Race Brook School (RBS) had a “handing off” ceremony between the 5th and 6th grade Flag Bearers. The 6th grade flag bearers, who left RBS at the end of the week, showed the new 5th grade flag bearers how to unfold, put up, take down, and refold the flag. The 5th READ MORE.

The 2020-2021 6th Grade Superintendent Award

The 2020-2021 6th Grade Superintendent Award recipients from each of the elementary schools in Orange. Below are the names of the students associated with each school standing with Superintendent Dr. Vince Scarpetti with their certificates. Peck Place School: Kalina Duz, Shriya Garg, Enoch Liu, Mia Martire and Michael Baker. Race Brook School: Ryan Leapley, Jason READ MORE.

Acts Of Hate Have Defined My Amity Experience

Students, Parents Urge Amity Board to Embrace Diversity A group of current and former Amity students and parents addressed the Amity Board of Education at its June 14 meeting to impress upon board members, the administration and the public at large how many students struggle with a lack of acceptance and acts of bullying at READ MORE.

Despite ‘Growing Pains’- Fred Wolfe Park Project Moves Forward

Playground Committee Presents First Draft The Orange Playground Committee, on June 14, held an open forum at High Plains Community Center gym, to inform interested residents about the ideas the committee is entertaining to create an inclusive playground at Fred Wolfe Park, and at the same time to get some input as to what families READ MORE.

“Ronstadt Revue” Featured for the Orange Labor Day Concert & Fireworks Spectacular

The Town of Orange may be small in population, but it gained the reputation for bringing in topflight bands and one of the best fireworks displays in the New Haven County. For this year’s Labor Day Concert, the Orange Town News, who is once again producing the event, is presenting “Ronstadt Revue” to perform prior READ MORE.

Holy Infant Women’s Guild Awards Scholarships

Each year the Holy Infant Women’s Guild awards scholarships to well-rounded young ladies from the parish who have made a difference in their community through volunteering their time. This year’s winners of $1,000.00 each are Annie Driscoll and Kiera Bova. Annie is an Amity graduate. She has been a reader for mass and has been READ MORE.

It Should Be A Nice Night To Check Out The Strawberry Full Moon

If you look towards the southeast just after sunset tonight you can watch the full Moon rise gently above the horizon. Although the moon will reach peak illumination at 2:40 p.m. it will not be visible until 8:51 p.m. when it drifts above the horizon. From the Old Farmer’s Almanac: A Strawberry Supermoon? You may READ MORE.

Connecticut utility regulators approve settlement with United Illuminating

Customers of the Orange-based electric distribution company will begin to see reduced electric bills starting July 1 as a result of the settlement between UI and state officials Read the rest of the article on nhregister.com READ MORE.

Proto Elected Chairman Of The CT Republican Party

The New Haven County Young Republicans congratulate Ben Proto on being elected as the next Chair of the Connecticut Republican Party. In a press release, the NHCYR said, “Our organization looks forward to working alongside Ben Proto and the CT GOP to elect local and state candidates that will serve working families in Connecticut instead READ MORE.

Labor Day Concert And Fireworks Spectacular Scheduled

The Town of Orange may be small in population, but it gained the reputation for bringing in topflight bands and one of the best fireworks displays in New Haven County. For this year’s Labor Day Concert, the Orange Town News, which is once again producing the event, will present “Ronstadt Revue” to perform prior to READ MORE.

Novicki To Seek Nomination For Orange Town Clerk

Margaret Novicki, who serves on the Orange Board of Selectmen, announced today she is seeking the nomination of Orange Democrats as their candidate for town clerk in the November election to replace Patrick O’Sullivan, who has announced his retirement. “I would be more than honored to follow in Pat O’Sullivan’s illustrious footsteps and support our READ MORE.

Town Plan & Zoning Commission

Event date: July 6, 2021 Event Time: 07:00 PM – 11:59 PMLocation: Orange, CT 06477 Read the article on orange-ct.gov READ MORE.

Police: Orange man charged with witness intimidation after shots allegedly fired at house

The investigation and evidence revealed the vehicle from which the shots allegedly were fired was a 2004 Hummer H2 registered to Christopher Barretta, police said. Read the rest of the article on nhregister.com READ MORE.

Orange Park and Rec: The pool is closed …

The pool is closed this morning. Happy first day of summer mechanical problem! Check back after noon. Read the article on twitter.com READ MORE.

Get Ready, The Orange Community Farmers’ Market Begins This Week

The Orange Community Farmers’ Market begins on Thursday, June 24 (with the last Market on Thursday, September 30.) The Farmers’ Market will take place every Thursday ** from 3:30 to 7 pm, June through September at the Pavilion on the Orange Fairgrounds, 525 Orange Center Road. Products are only the best certified and Connecticut grown; READ MORE.

Independence Day (Observed on Monday) – Offices Closed

Event date: July 5, 2021 Event Time: 08:30 AM – 04:30 PMLocation: Orange, CT 06477 Read the article on orange-ct.gov READ MORE.