The Kidde company has recalled about 452,000 Kidde dual-sensor (photoelectric and ionization) smoke alarms – models PI2010 and PI9010in the U.S. and about 40,000 more in Canada this week. A yellow cap left on during the manufacturing process can cover one of the two smoke sensors and compromise the smoke alarm’s ability to detect smoke, posing … Read more
Have you ever wondered what it’s like to be a police officer? Are you curious about what the officers in your community do, and what their jobs are like? Well, now you can find out- the Orange Police Department is offering a ‘Citizens’ Academy’, where you can participate in an eight-week program that will help … Read more
A Public Advisory from the Orange Police Department Last week, we advised the Orange community about thefts from unlocked vehicles. Today, we are asking residents to check to make sure their vehicles have not been subject to this type of theft, or even an attempt of this type. Often the perpetrator(s) will check all vehicles … Read more
I have been on earth for more than half a century and I can remember all of the shootings and massacres in the United States that sent shockwaves across the nation. Columbine is the one in recent history of which most Americans are familiar, but the one that sticks with me the most is Sandy … Read more
As we watch our Amity Spartans Boys Basketball team dribble and dunk their way to the state championship we know there will be some traveling involved. Luckily, the Semifinal between the Spartans and the Newtown Night Hawks will take place fairly close at Shelton High School Wednesday night at 7 p.m. Get your tickets in advance … Read more
The REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF SELECTMEN will take place on WEDNESDAY, MARCH 14, 2018 AT 7:30 P.M. AT TOWN HALL Following is the AGENDA: Call to order Fire Exits Pledge of Allegiance Introductions PUBLIC PARTICIPATION (2 minutes per speaker) ANNOUNCEMENTS MINUTES To consider and act on the approval of the … Read more
Due to the weather conditions expected tomorrow, the Orange Fire Department Annual Dinner & Officers swearing-in will be held on Wednesday night March 14th – same location & time
Over the past few days, the Orange Police Department has had numerous reports of vehicles broken into and two vehicles have been stolen from their driveways. These thefts have occurred in the overnight to early morning hours, and the common denominator has been that the vehicles that were broken into were unlocked. The vehicles that were … Read more
It’s frustrating when I see snow covered cars on the thruway, parkway, or any roadway after I’ve spent a decent amount of time removing every bit of snow from my SUV. I’m no spring chicken, yet I find a way to get out there and clean my vehicle off before I leave the driveway. Why … Read more
William J. Bozelko, Jr., 84 of Orange, beloved husband and father, passed away on Tuesday, February 27, 2018 surrounded by loved ones, after a long, courageous battle with cancer. He is survived by his loving wife of 57 years, Lucille A. Bozelko and his adoring children Wendy (Peter Hoffman), Wylie, and Whitney (PJ Shanley). Predeceased … Read more