Connecticut’s Beardsley Zoo will launch its “Connecticut Kids Are Free” for summer program on Thursday, July 1, along with other museums, historical sites, and family attractions in Connecticut. Funded by the state through the American Rescue Plan, the Zoo will provide free admission to any Connecticut resident 18 years and younger, along with one accompanying … Read more
On Thursday, June 24, patrol officers responded to Orange Police Headquarters, 314 Lambert Road at 10:24 a.m. to process Matthew M. Conway, 31, of Milford who was turning himself in on an active arrest warrant. The arrest warrant originated in Orange from an incident that occurred on May 22 at the Orange Ale House. Conway … Read more
The National Weather Service has issued a Heat Advisory for Southern Connecticut which will be in effect from noon on Monday, June 28 to 6 a.m. on Tuesday. You may expect heat index values of up to 104 degrees. Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat illnesses to occur. Be aware that the highest … Read more
From the time I was a wee little child through my 50s, I have always looked forward to seeing fireworks shows. I remember bringing Baron, the “best dog ever” with me to the Devon Bridge to watch the Stratford show one year. Everyone, including police officers, marveled at how he sat happily by my side, … Read more
Bernard K. Consolini, 86, passed away after a short illness on June 20, 2021, at home with his family surrounding him. Born October 10, 1934, in Springfield, he was the son of John and Fortuna F. (Santaniello) Consolini. Kikie grew up and lived in Springfield all of his life until he moved to Belchertown 15 … Read more
The New Haven County Young Republicans congratulate Ben Proto on being elected as the next Chair of the Connecticut Republican Party. In a press release, the NHCYR said, “Our organization looks forward to working alongside Ben Proto and the CT GOP to elect local and state candidates that will serve working families in Connecticut instead of a few … Read more
We’ve been hearing the term Juneteenth a lot lately as June 19th draws near, but do you know what it celebrates? I was amazed that although many people have heard the term over the years, not everyone is aware of its significance. I asked a few folks around town and got a variety of answers. … Read more
At around 4:15 p.m. this afternoon an elderly man accidentally drove his car into the pond at Old Tavern Park. Police and the fire marshal were first on the scene, followed by OVFD. The car was not submerged and the man reportedly was conscious and talking when he was assisted out of the car. The … Read more
Back on June 1, Orange Live covered the Town Plan & Zoning Meeting during which an apartment complex proposal for the Firelight Plaza on Old Tavern Road that includes 72 units and 226 parking places was discussed at length. After some changes were made to the plans, the TP&Z met with the attorney for the … Read more
2020-2021 Block A Awards (Part 2) After a disappointing 2019-2020 school year for high school athletes, when the Annual Block A Award Ceremony took place virtually and winners had to wait until their drive-thru graduation to receive their plaques and trophies, this year’s modified in-person event was a breath of fresh air. Although there was … Read more