The Covid-19 virus has not been kind to anyone. During its reign of terror we’ve lost many precious Orange residents. During the long months of isolation, we yearned for the days when we could hug our parents, friends, children and grandchildren among others. We also lost so many opportunities to gather with family, friends and … Read more
The Orange Lions Club presents “Comedy under the Stars” on Saturday, August 28, 2021. The event usually held in the fall, has a new twist. They’ve decided to do an outdoor comedy event under the High Plains Pavillion with picnic table seating. You may bring your own chair if you desire. The lineup includes headliner … Read more
A New Jersey woman died and six others were seriously injured following a single-car crash on the Woodbridge/Orange town line Friday afternoon around 2 p.m. The car was traveling northbound on the Wilbur Cross Parkway and for some unknown reason, it veered into the right shoulder and struck a tree just north of Exit 58. … Read more
No other Simply Nourish pet food products are being recalled, other than the specific Simply Nourish Fresh Market Adult Frozen Dog Food recipes listed below. Maker: Wet Noses Natural Dog Treat Company Cause: Elevated levels of Vitamin D Announcement: FDA alert dated Aug. 13, 2021 (archived here) What was recalled: The following specific Simply Nourish … Read more
The first day of school in Orange is August 30. This will be a minimum school day. The Orange school district website has all of the information you will need to have a smooth transition from the lazy days of summer to in-person classes. In addition to bus routes, school hours, names, numbers, and e-mail … Read more
The Case Memorial Library, 176 Tyler City Road, announced the following events for the coming weeks. Book Sale Sunday, August 15, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Held in the basement of the library. Admission will be limited to 30 shoppers at a time. Shoppers are encouraged to wear masks, social distance, and bring your own bags. Cash … Read more
The Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection has issued an Air Quality Action Day from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. on Thursday An Air Quality Action Day means that Ground Level Ozone within the region may approach or exceed unhealthy standards. For additional information, visit the Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection Website.
The Orange Board of Selectmen will host its regular monthly meeting along with a public hearing regarding a Massage Establishment Permit on Wednesday, Aug. 11. The meeting will take place at the Orange Town Hall beginning at 7 p.m. Following is the agenda: Call to order Fire Exits Pledge of Allegiance Introductions Close Regular … Read more
Are you looking for something different to do with your children before they have to go back to school? This isn’t in Orange, but, it sure sounds like fun! Lyman Orchards, an independently-owned family destination for more than 275 years, has opened its 2021 Sunflower Maze at 105 South Street, Middlefield, CT. (just a 40 … Read more
The Orange Health Department issued the following statement regarding the COVID virus: Due to the increase in cases due to the COVID-19 Delta variant, at this time, the general public will be required to wear a mask when conducting business in all town buildings. Please continue to follow the CDC guidelines if you are sick, … Read more