Mika the tiny 7-pound “minpin” that ran away from the home of his Orange caregiver while his family was on vacation, has been found! He was on Forest Road in Milford, not far from where many people spotted him yesterday (on Burnt Plains Road). His frantic family, who drove all the way back home from … Read more
The 2018 Orange Volunteer Firemen’s Carnival is ready for visitors. The town fire marshal and state authorities were on the fairgrounds this afternoon inspecting all the rides to make sure they run properly and are safe for this weekend’s event. Carnival Chairman Donny Foyer said the rides have passed and the firefighters and vendors are ready. … Read more
A family left their dog, Mika, with their uncle on Knight Lane while they went on vacation. Last night, Wednesday, Aug. 1, Mika, a 7-pound black mini pinscher ran away around 4 p.m. He was spotted near Narrow Lane and Burning Tree (?) The extended family searched until dark and again this morning but to no avail. … Read more
The Orange Volunteer Firemen’s Carnival is the department’s most important fundraiser of the year. The popular event at the Orange Fairgrounds, 525 Orange Center Road begins today, Thursday, August 2 at 5 p.m. and is open until 11 p.m. If you purchased ride tickets in advance online, you may pick up your wristband in the rear … Read more
Catherine Cleary Gilson, 97, passed away July 29, 2018 at the Arden House in Hamden. She was the beloved wife of the late Frank Gilson. Catherine was born on August 7, 1920 to the late Thomas and Anne Malone Cleary in Orange, CT. Kay worked for Yale Medical School. She was a devoted Catholic and … Read more
Remember, there is NO FARMERS’ MARKET this week, Aug. 2, to make room for the Orange Volunteer Firemen’s Carnival. The Farmers’ Market will be back next Thursday from 3:30 to 7:00 p.m. With the band Frantic City (80s, 90s & Beyond) going on at the gazebo at 6:30 p.m.
On Tuesday, July 31, Orange K9s Loki (tracking and patrol) and Trent (drug sniffing) each received a piece of life-saving equipment thanks to generous donations from two great community groups — The Orange Lions Club and the Orange Juniorettes girls club. The dogs were presented with brand new custom fit bullet-proof and stab resistant vests, constructed … Read more
On July 31 at 10:59 a.m., officers responded to the Webster Bank branch at 247 Boston Post Road in regard to a robbery. The investigation revealed that just prior to arrival, a black or Hispanic male wearing jeans, a baseball cap, and a light colored shirt approached a teller and demanded money. He did not … Read more
Griffin Hospital offers free education, advice, and support to help individuals prepare to quit smoking with its four-week smoking cessation program starting Aug. 1. “That’s It – Learn to Quit” teaches a variety of methods to help individuals quit smoking. The program consists of Wednesday night meetings from 5:30-7 p.m. scheduled for Aug.1, 8, 15 and 22 at the Center for … Read more
If you’re looking for a job, there is a great opportunity coming up next week starting on Tuesday, July 31 for positions at the new Boscov’s Department Store, which is replacing the old JC Penny’s at the Post Mall in Milford. Boscov’s is now hiring full time and part-time employees. All are welcome to apply, previous retail … Read more