After COVID-19 ruined just about everything last year, it’s great to see things coming back to as normal as possible this summer. The Orange Volunteer Fire Association will be having its carnival in August and to make things very convenient for everyone. Ride and Raffle tickets are now available online at https://www.orangevfd.org/carnival This year the … Read more
The Traveler’s Insurance Company provided these tips in the event that Hurricane Elsa, which is predicted to travel off-shore this weekend, picks up momentum and does hit us on late Thursday/Early Friday. In the event of a natural disaster, having a preparedness plan can be a critical element in helping secure a safe transition out … Read more
The Orange Volunteer Firemen’s Carnival opened on Thursday at the Orange Fairgrounds, 525 Orange Center Road, with a comfortable temperature and dry conditions. Today, Sunday, Aug 8, the carnival will be open from noon to 5 p.m. with the BIG Raffle drawing at 4:30 p.m. If you purchased ride bracelets online go directly to the rear … Read more
Yes, it’s early in her development, but be aware that the early forecasts have Hurricane Elsa landing in CT sometime on Friday morning. Living in New England and having endured many hurricanes in the past, we know that they can be a bit unpredictable, so just pay attention to the weather forecasts and be prepared … Read more
Patrick Christopher Kennedy, Sr. died peacefully surrounded by his family on Friday July 2, 2021 at his home in Bethany, CT. Born on December 11th, 1939 in Clogheen, Co. Tipperary, Ireland. Pat was the son of the late Jeremiah Kennedy and Josephine (Cullinan) Kennedy. He is survived by his wife nearly 57 years Joan Kennedy, … Read more
The CT Department of Energy and Environmental Protection has issued an Air Quality Alert that is in effect until 11 pm. Wednesday. An Air Quality “Action Day” means that the ground level ozone within the region may approach or exceed unhealthy standards. For additional information, visit, the EPA website at http://www.ct.gov/deep/aqi
The Orange Town Plan & Zoning Commission will meet in the lower level of the Orange Town Hall, 617 Orange Center Road (not Zoom!) on Tuesday, July 6 at 7 p.m. Following is the agenda: Review of the minutes from the June 15 meeting Old Business New Business Report of the Zoning Enforcement Officer Public … Read more
The National Weather Service issued a severe thunderstorm watch through 10 p.m. tonight. Prepare for heavy downpours, lightning, and high winds. Drive carefully!
Orange police responded to a motor vehicle accident on Derby Avenue at Racebrook Road at 2:38 a.m. on Sunday, June 27. According to the report, the driver Angela T. Silva, 34, of New Haven appeared to have glossy, bloodshot eyes. Officers administered standardized field sobriety tests after which Silva was taken into custody and … Read more
On Saturday, a COVID-19 vaccination clinic will take place at the carnival and anyone who gets a shot will receive a ticket for a free ride. An Orange family (longtime OVFD supporters) have pledged to give vaccine recipients for whom a ride ticket is not enough incentive, (in lieu of a ride ticket), a free ticket … Read more