Rachel Marcus of Orange graduated from Brandeis University in Waltham, Mass on Sunday, May 19. Ms. Marcus graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology, Cum Laude, with Honors, with minors in Hispanic Studies and Anthropology. She is the daughter of Brad and Paulette Marcus, the older sister of Maddie Marcus and a 2015 graduate … Read more
The Amity Boys Ice Hockey Team had a great season this year, and made it into the playoffs (just like I said they would) but lost early in the competition. If coach Mike “Scooter” Richetelli can work his magic again in the 2019-2020 season, we may see them skate away with the trophy. In the … Read more
The ASD Fitness Center, a specialized fitness facility designed for those with special needs, along with Project CASY (Community Autism Social at Yale) is hosting a Prom this Saturday, June 8, from 5:30 to 8 p.m. Since a typical prom is not always welcoming to all students, the ASD Fitness Center and Project CASY are … Read more
Once again, the Amity Creative Theater’s excellent spring musical production received several nominations for the High School Musical Awards – The Sondheim Awards If you were lucky enough to see this year’s show, “Catch Me If You Can,” you will most likely agree with the judges on their choices: Best Actor Marty Gnidula – Carl Hanratty … Read more
Sixth graders in Bernadette Bober’s room at Race Brook School are participating in a songwriting workshop. This program was made possible by a grant awarded to RBS from the Jamie A. Hulley Arts Foundation. Students were asked to brainstorm freely as a whole and then broken into smaller groups to allow for the development of themes, lyrics, and … Read more
The Peck Place School PTO is hosting the Peck Place 50th Anniversary Party, at 500 Peck Lane, this Friday, May 31 from 5-8 p.m. Peck Place School is celebrating its 50th Anniversary! As a tribute to this monumental moment, PTO welcomes all current and former Peck Place School students, former staff and the community to the party. … Read more
Students at Amity Middle School in Bethany, Amity Middle School in Orange, and Amity Regional High School have been working to paint symbols of peace, harmony, and unity. Throughout Amity Regional School District No. 5 schools The Peace Project will be installed in outdoor areas, such as our own courtyards. This project of peace is … Read more
Don’t cook dinner on Friday, May 24. Instead, come to the 6th annual Race Brook School Food Truck Festival! The event is open to the public and organizers expect crowds of hungry diners! Bring your family and friends to the Orange Fairgrounds on May 24 between 4 and 8 p.m. Where you’ll find plenty of great … Read more
Monday, May 13 (Rainy) Unified Sports SCC Volleyball Tournament HOME at Amity 3 p.m. Girls Golf vs Lauralton Hall HOME at Race Brook CC Orange 3:30 p.m. Boys Volleyball vs Xavier AWAY at Xavier HS 5 p.m. Baseball and Softball games postponed to Tuesday, May 14 Boys Golf postponed to Thursday, May 23 Tuesday, May … Read more
The Amity Budget Referendum Passed in all three towns yesterday. Although the voter turnout was low, nearly 1,000 tri-town residents came out to vote. Amity budget (unofficial) results 743 Yes, 256 No Bethany 206 Y – 87 N … Read more