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Twenty years ago, Michael Dow MSPT/CEO and Clinical Director, founded Amity Physical Therapy and presaged the area's first synergistic therapy-fitness-wellness center. In the “Fitness/Wellness” division of is practice, he evolved his concept carefully and methodically. Always committed to detail and
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On June 10, our community proudly celebrated 319 graduates as they crossed the stage at Amity Regional High School’s Annual Commencement Exercises. On behalf of the entire Board of Education, congratulations to the Class of 2025! Thank you for all you have contributed to our schools and communities
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Jay Stollman & the Black Rock All-Stars are set to reunite and headline the Jamie Hulley Arts Foundation's 23rd Annual Evening for the Arts Gala. This special event will take place on Saturday, September 6, 2025, at Fairfield University's Regina A. Quick Center for the Arts.
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Congregation Or Shalom for February 2024
Entertainment Weekly Editor’s Choice Winner of the 2006 National Jewish Book Award for Fiction. A million-dollar painting by Marc Chagall is stolen from a museum during a singles’ cocktail hour. The unlikely thief is Benjamin Ziskind, a lonely former child prodigy who writes questions for quiz
Board of Assessment Appeals: File by Feb 20 for March Hearings
Woodbridge residents may file applications for the State and Town Elderly and Totally Disabled Tax Relief Programs by May 15, 2024. Must be 65 or older OR Permanently and Totally Disabled prior to December 31, 2023. This is an income-based program and proof of income and the 2023 Federal Tax Return
Woodbridge Offers Tax Relief for Seniors, Disabled, & Veterans
Woodbridge residents may file applications for the State and Town Elderly and Totally Disabled Tax Relief Programs by May 15, 2024. Must be 65 or older OR Permanently and Totally Disabled prior to December 31, 2023. This is an income-based program and proof of income and the 2023 Federal Tax Return,
Facing the Challenge: New First Selectman Outlines Plans for Woodbridge
I hope this message finds you well and in good spirits. This column marks my first Woodbridge Town News column as your First Selectman. This is also the first completely digital edition of the Woodbridge Town News. While I will personally miss receiving the paper in the mail, this digital format
From the Ground Up
Many of us in Woodbridge are gardeners, and others are actual farmers! At this cold, snowy time of year, we think of the promise of spring: enriching the soil, planting seeds and watching them blossom into the flowers, fruits, and vegetables of summer. A vibrant democracy works in a similar way.
Student News for January 2024
Bucknell University has released the dean’s list for outstanding academic achievement during the fall semester of the 2023-24 academic year. A student must earn a grade point average of 3.5 or higher on a scale of 4.0 to receive dean’s list recognition.
Beware the Pitfalls of Winter Activities
When the falling snowflakes tell you to grab a shovel, consider how easy it is to make the wrong moves and hurt yourself. Snow shoveling requires upper body strength and endurance. Warm up to any yard work by exercising your primary muscles that include biceps, deltoids, rotator cuff, forearm
Letter: Touchdown for Safety – Celebrate Game Day Responsibly
The countdown to kickoff has begun! Football fans everywhere are coming together to watch one of the most highly anticipated games of the year. And of course, this beloved American tradition isn’t complete without a winning lineup of game day snacks and a few cold beers with friends and family.
New Year, New You
“New Year, New you.” That’s the saying right? For many of us that means getting back in shape, losing weight, and hitting the gym. However, you must beware of the pitfalls of doing too much too fast, not having a plan, not knowing the proper form and technique, and not knowing how to properly
Broadway Actors Present Workshop at Amity
Amity performing arts students had the chance to rub shoulders with a bit of Broadway glamor recently, when Erika Henningsen and Kyle Selig – both actors from the original cast of Mean Girls the Musical - visited the school to present a workshop in the school’s Black Box Theater.
Beecher named Apple Distinguished School
Beecher School Recognized for Its Use of TechnologyBeecher Road School recently was named an Apple Distinguished School, a recognition by the Apple company for schools that are making exemplary use of technology in teaching and learning. Only two programs in Connecticut have earned that distinction
Gerry Shaw To Retire
The town will mark the upcoming retirement of long-time Executive Assistant Geraldine Shaw with a farewell drop-in reception on Wednesday, December 20, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the town hall. January 2 will be her last day in the office, 48 years, 6 months and two days after she first started
From the First Selectman – December 2023
I extend the warmest of wishes to each of you this holiday season. I’m so grateful to all our generous neighbors who supported the Human Services Holiday Basket program providing tangible holiday spirit to our neighbors in need. It truly does take a village.
Leading From Behind
For those who do not know me, I am honored to be the new Chairperson of the Woodbridge Republican Town Committee (the “WRTC”). As the Chair, I want to emphasize the focus of the WRTC – we care about Woodbridge as a Town, not state or national politics.
Looking Ahead at Year’s End
The holiday season is a time for coming together, celebrating the accomplishments of the past year, and looking ahead with a spirit of optimism toward the New Year. For our Town, there is much to feel good about 2023 and a genuine sense of excitement for what we can accomplish together in 2024.
Woodbridge Center for December 2023 & January 2024
Stop by The Center between the hours of 9 am – 4 pm and enjoy a hot cup of coffee or tea at no charge. Sponsorship for the month of December is provided by Woodbridge residents Barry and Hyla Vine. Sponsorship for the month of January is courtesy of an anonymous sponsor.
Human Services for December 2023 & January 2024
Many thanks to all the donors, groups, and community support that made the Holiday Basket program such a success. While we cannot name all the donor families here, we offer gratitude to the many loyal donors who stepped up again this year to provide a wealth of giving to Woodbridge families in need
Woodbridge Ad Hoc Sustainability Committee - December 2023
Our lecture series continues! December’s Sustainability Lecture will elaborate on the hot topic of HEAT PUMPS as an alternative to fossil fuel heating! Is this something that might benefit you?
Woodbridge Recreation Department for December 2023 & January 2024
T’ai Chi – Thursday evenings. 5:30 pm to 6:30 pm in room 16 at the Center Building– Adults – ongoing registration.
Woodbridge Youth Services for December 2023 & January 2024
Amity Middle School students enjoyed the Paint Party instructed by Picasso Parties and hosted by Youth Services. The youth delighted in their masterpieces and had fun relaxing with friends and having delicious snacks.
