The Orange Recycling Committee is a team of hard-working volunteers who are passionate about helping the town of Orange and the planet. Their mission is to increase and simplify recycling options for Orange residents, and continually share tips and info. Did you know You DO NOT put plastic bags and wraps in your recycling bin. But they ARE … Read more
On Saturday, Aug. 11 at 8:27 p.m., police were called to Best Buy at 53 Boston Post Road regarding a reported shoplifting in progress. During the investigation, officers learned that Wilhelmina Washington, 36, of New Haven had concealed $ 199.95 worth of merchandise in her pocketbook. According to the report, Washington also resisted arrest. She was taken … Read more
Orange Police officers will trade in their badges for aprons on Thursday, August 16th when they host a Tip-A-Cop fundraiser to benefit Special Olympics Connecticut at Eli’s Orange, 285 Boston Post Road, Orange, from 5 to 9 p.m. During the event, officers will volunteer their time to assist restaurant staff in taking orders and serving customers. All tips the … Read more
The Orange Community Farmers’ Market is open for the summer. The event runs on Thursdays until September 27 under the Pavilion at the Orange Fairgrounds, High Plains Community Center, 525 Orange Center Road in Orange. Market hours are from 3:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. Note: there is no market on September 13. There will be many … Read more
The United Illuminating Company sent out this word of caution today via Twitter: “We never demand immediate payment for our customers over the phone and we do not visit homes without an appointment or notification,” it stated. “May scammers target business owners as well.” It continued, “If you receive a call or a visit demanding … Read more
Orange police were dispatched to 348 Boston Post Road for a motor vehicle accident caused by an assault on Aug. 9 at 6:46 p.m. The investigation revealed that William DeFelice, 32, of Derby, struck another person. He was taken into custody and charged with third-degree assault of an elderly person and second-degree breach of peace. DeFelice posted … Read more
Orange Police Officer Chris Brown and his K-9 Partner Loki competed in the 27th Connecticut K9 Olympics in Enfield on July 28, in the oppressive heat and humidity, from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. The event consisted of a competition in a “round robin”* setting. Areas of competition were obedience, obstacles, and an apprehension drill, building search with … Read more
Here’s the total of all 3 districts (combined) in the primary today (Aug. 14) Stefanowski will take on Lamont in November. Republicans Governor Mark Boughton 150 Timothy Herbst 179 Steve Obsitnik 104 Bob Stefanowski … Read more
Here’s how District 3 voted in the primary at High Plains Community Center: Republicans Governor Mark Boughton 34 Timothy Herbst 37 Steve Obsitnik 35 Bob Stefanowski 81 David Stemerman … Read more
Here’s how District 2 voted in the primary at High Plains Community Center: Republicans Governor Mark Boughton 30 Timothy Herbst 34 Steve Obsitnik 14 Bob Stefanowski 78 David Stemerman 31 Lt. Governor Joe Markley 89 Jayme Stevenson … Read more