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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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Letter: Supporting the Amity Budget is Investing in Our Children’s Future
On May 2, voters in Woodbridge will be able to vote on the Amity Budget. Historically, referenda measures do not have a very high voter turnout. However, our students, teachers, and administrators rely on our participation to ensure they have what they need. I urge everyone to vote in favor
Letter: Resident Supports Board’s Decision Relating to Open Choice Program
I am writing in response to the backlash the town of Woodbridge has received for not accepting two students into the Open Choice Program due to New Haven’s failure to remit proper payment. I am particularly concerned with the accusations the town is trying to segregate as well as the allegation
Letter: The Open Choice Decision
Each year the Woodbridge Board of Education (WBOE) votes on whether to accept new students into the Open Choice program. As you may be aware from recent media reports, a majority of the WBOE voted at our regular January 17 meeting to not accept new students from New Haven into our school community
Restoration Efforts Continue at Eastside Cemetery
A historic headstone for one of Woodbridge’s 19th century forefathers was replaced recently at Eastside Cemetery on Pease Road, thanks to the efforts of John Nolan of Hamden Monument, who donated the engraving and the replacement of the stone. The original stone for Allen Peck (dated 1837) had been
Woodbridge Town Library News for Passover/Easter 2023
All information accurate at press time. Be sure to check our website woodbridgetownlibrary.org or call us before your visit for any changes to our hours or events.Library AnnouncementsThe Friends of the Library Seek Student VolunteersWoodbridge resident Richard Blackwell recently endowed an annual
The First Church of Christ for April 2023
The First Church of Christ welcomes you to our Worship Service every Sunday morning at 10:00 a.m. in the Meetinghouse. Kid’s Church every Sunday morning at 10:10.Interim MinisterThe Rev. Susan Murtha is the Interim Minister at FCCW and has made quite an impact.
Congregation Beth El – Keser Israel Events for April 2023
Children's Havura, K-2 Kehila, and Junior Congregation, all led by parent volunteers, meet in person each Saturday morning. For more information, consult Education Director Annie Norman-Schiff at anormanschiff@beki.org.
Congregation B’nai Jacob Happenings for April 2023
Bread & TorahSaturday Mornings 9:00am-9:45amMeet in the B’nai Jacob Library (or join us on Zoom) to explore the weekly Torah portion and the way in which its story relates to our own. Be prepared for a lively discussion over bagels and coffee. No experience necessary. Taught by Rabbi Rona Shapiro
Howard Rohloff Celebrates 103rd Birthday
On March 20th, at Coachman Square in Woodbridge, longtime North Haven police commission and 60+ year North Haven resident, Howard Rohloff, celebrated 103 years surrounded by many politicians, friends and family! Rohloff spent a lifetime serving his country and community before he moved to Coachman
Vote May 2 – Amity Budget Referendum
One of the requirements of being a member of the Orange Board of Finance (OBOF) is to inform the public. In fact, I consider this an obligation of this elected position. What we are talking about is the spending of millions of dollars of hard-earned money of the people who reside in the Town.
Letter: Pray For Our Leaders!
A significant number of Jews in Israel and in the Diaspora, are quite unhappy about Israel’s newly elected government. Some rabbis have chosen, as a result, to change the wording of the traditional “Prayer for the State of Israel.” One rabbi, whose words, I’ve abridged below, explained it as
Agency on Aging of South Central Connecticut (AOASCC) The Art of Aging 2023 Announced
The Art of Aging is a celebration of creativity expressed by people over the age of 60 who have discovered the satisfaction of blending art and life. Some of our artists “discovered” their passion for creating art late in life, when, other responsibilities diminished and there was new-found time to
Housing Group to Engage People in Small-Group Settings To Start A Conversation
The Woodbridge Housing Committee is planning a series of small community gatherings with the goal of feeding into a larger conversation about housing opportunities – or the lack thereof. Through SCROG, the South Central Regional Council of Governments, the committee has engaged a consultant,
A ‘Missed Opportunity’: Mayor Intervenes in School Districts’ Dispute Over Reimbursements
New Haven Mayor Justin Elicker had strong words for the Woodbridge Board of Education when he, along with two representatives of the New Haven School District, personally addressed the Woodbridge board at its February 27 meeting to chide them over their decision back in January not to offer two
CAPSS Winners
Principals of Amity schools recently presented students with the annual CAPSS (Connecticut Association of Public School Superintendents Awards to honor students who do well academically and are valuable members of their community. Here are the winners of this year’s awards and what impressed the
Wear Red Day 2023
First Selectman Beth Heller and town staff members gather to raise awareness and funds for the annual Wear Red Day event at Town Hall. American Heart Health Month helps to bring awareness to women’s heart health and health equity. According to the American Heart Association, nearly 80% of
Get the Facts by Getting Involved
We have all heard the shocking revelations of Fox News executives’ and commentators’ intentional disregard for the truth. Behind the scenes, they repeatedly mocked the “Big Lie” that Donald Trump won the 2020 presidential election, while continuing to support this position on air. Even the
Affordable Housing – We Must Step Up Our Game
The affordable housing issue has become, in some ways, an unfortunately divisive issue in Woodbridge. State law allows a developer to exceed density limits in local zoning law if less than 10% of the municipality’s existing housing qualifies as legally affordable. Some residents applaud the law
First Selectman's Column from March 2023
Spring, and warmer weather is just around the corner! With that comes another baseball season in Woodbridge. “Opening Day” is scheduled for Saturday April 29th. Many thanks to the Beth-Wood Baseball League and its president Dwight Rowland for another generous donation this year to offset expenditure
Q&A on Amity Student Enrollment and School Switching
Across Connecticut, enrollment in public schools has dropped due to falling population in the last decade. Amity's enrollment dropped 9% from 2012-2021, and 3% from 2017-2021. Amity ranks in the middle of BOWA districts, and in the middle of districts both like us AND wealthier than us.
