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“Caveat emptor!” According to the dictionary: “let the buyer beware.” As local elections loom, it’s a clarion call to safeguard the physical attributes of our town at a crossroads; we could lose forever what each campaign team calls, “the largest unprotected parcel in Woodbridge.”
At the last Board of Selectmen meeting, I made a prediction that the Town Planning and Zoning Commission (TPZ) would reject the Fountain Street project at their October 21 meeting as was scheduled for a vote. Of course, this was totally unexpected since their actions of changing our zoning laws
I was born a Democrat—quite literally. My parents were deeply involved in politics and the civil rights movement. They marched with Dr. King, protested the war in Washington, and instilled in me a fierce love for democracy. I grew up volunteering at campaign headquarters—stuffing envelopes, handing
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Rabbi Eric Woodward leads a discussion of the weekly Torah portion most Thursdays. Talmud class meets Sunday, October 20 and other select Sundays. Details at beki.org.


It is with great pleasure that Southern New Hampshire University (SNHU) congratulates the following students on being named to the Summer 2024 President’s List Sarel Botha of Great Brak River; Rachel Weidenfeller of Woodbridge. The summer terms run from May to August. Full-time undergraduate student


The Town of Woodbridge Ad Hoc Committee on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion invites the public to attend the 4th Annual Woodbridge Like Me Day on Saturday, October 5th from 11:00am-2:00pm. The FREE community event features live performances, local organizations, music, food trucks, and more


Get ready for a frightfully fun time at the Boo Bash on Saturday, October 12, 2024, from 10:30 AM to 12 Noon! This Halloween-themed event promises a morning filled with exciting activities and festive crafts for all ages.


Join us at the Nature Center, preserving and enhancing our precious forests and meadows! Together, we’re on a mission to protect the integrity of our natural habitats by removing harmful invasive species and nurturing our valuable trees and plants. Our dedicated team is committed to safeguarding


Michael Dow MSPT/CEO of Amity Physical Therapy was just awarded the 2024 Silver Pioneer Outstanding Alumni designation. Dow graduated from Sacred Heart 25 years ago, and the award recognizes “an alumnus who has reached a 25th milestone reunion year and whose life has been exemplary.”


Junior Girl Scout Troop 60865, based at Beecher Road School, has successfully completed their Bronze Award project, a significant achievement that demonstrates their commitment to community service. The troop's project involved creating a Calm Space for the 5th and 6th grade students at the school.


As the days of summer turn into fall, a new season is upon us. And for most adolescents and teenagers, it’s the dawn of a new sports season. In the past it also signified a transition from the end of summer sports to the beginning of autumn and winter sports.


Autumn time is here, and the Ansonia Nature and Recreation Center invites you to its annual Autumn Festival. Celebrate this wonderful season with the staff and the Friends of the Ansonia Nature Center (FANCI).


Get ready for a festive shopping experience! Our Lady of Assumption Church is hosting its annual Christmas Bazaar and Craft Fair on Saturday, November 16, 2024, from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM.


The College of the Holy Cross is pleased to announce that Gina Madonick of Woodbridge has been accepted into the Class of 2028. Madonick will join a diverse group of talented students from across the country and around the world.


At the August 19th Board of Education Meeting, the Amity Board of Education voted to transition to two meetings per month. September 9th marked the beginning of this new format.


Are you a woman who enjoys racquet sports like tennis and Pickle Ball? Are you looking for a new opportunity for fitness and fun? Consider joining the Badminton Club of New Haven (BCNH). Guest days are Tuesday, Sept. 24 and Thursday, Sept. 26 from 3:45 – 5:45 pm at Mary L Tracy School in Orange, CT


“Is Never Again Here Again? Anti-Semitism from Iran to America” will be the topic of a talk by Roya Hakakian on Thursday, September 19 at Congregation Beth El – Keser Israel.


Congregation B’nai Jacob will host two sessions of security training led by Michael Shanbrom from the Secure Community Network (SCN), supported by the Jewish Federation of Greater New Haven. Learn how to recognize and respond to suspicious behavior to protect yourself and your community during the


Aging Adult Services of Jewish Family Service of Greater New Haven hosted an Escape Alive Self-Defense class at the Jewish Community Center of Greater New Haven in Woodbridge through a program by Jane Doe No More in Partnership with East Coast Training Systems. This class was sponsored by Jane Doe


As the new academic year begins, The Center has several educational offerings and hobbies available to learn including Lunch & Learns, artistic painting, and mahjong. Below you will find the details of these programs and activities and more taking place at The Woodbridge Center in September.


Are you missing some pieces in your life? Might one of those pieces be your faith life? Our Lady of the Assumption Parish on Center Road is offering an informative session explaining the process by which a person becomes a member of the Catholic faith and its community. If you’ve ever thought of


Fourteen students attended the recent class held by Youth Services. Instructor AnnaMaria Mauhs taught students how to handle emergencies, diaper, dress, and feed babies, and other basic information.


Kenneth Gloss, internationally known rare book specialist and appraiser who runs the Brattle Book Shop in Boston, will speak at Woodbridge Town Library, 10 Newton Road, Woodbridge, CT, to talk about the "improbable finds" of his decades-long career. The in-person and virtual presentation will take