News in Woodbridge & Bethany, CT

A First Selectman Debate will be held on October 10th that will be run by a local Amity High School club called Mock Trial. The debate will take place between the two first selectman candidates Marty Halprin and Mica Cardozo at 5 PM on October 10th. The debate will be run by Amity High School

Ancient society is frequently celebrated for its architectural achievements. The world has marveled at the Great Wall of China and the Pyramids of Giza for their scientific and mathematical cleverness and how they stand proudly even after hundreds and thousands of years. Like these impressive

Did you see the gorgeous quilts hung in the library this August? Sponsored by the Amity & Woodbridge Historical Society and curated by resident Anne Flitcraft, this display was the first half of a two-part exhibit. The sequel is a family-friendly outdoor Pop-Up Show on the Darling House grounds

Congratulations to our 8U Beth-Wood All-Star Team. They finished their regular season with an impressive 7-1 record. Some of the most memorable wins were against Norwalk, Oxford, and a last inning come from behind win against Newtown B. We wish them luck as they develop into great ballplayers.

Tickets for Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur services can be purchased for $150 from the BEKI office; email office@beki.org or call (203) 389-2108 x114. Active-duty military, police personnel, and full-time students may enter for free with valid official ID; however, advance arrangements

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

Please join us in welcoming Trinity’s new Senior Pastor, Josh Benner. Pastor Josh, his wife Kari, and son Robbie recently moved here from Illinois. You can learn more about them on our website at trinityefc.com. Come meet them on Sundays or at our upcoming annual Fall Festival.

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.

I am writing to express my deep concern regarding the recent political discourse in our community, specifically concerning our school system, students, and educators. It is disheartening to witness our Republican candidates resorting to divisive tactics, misinformation, and fearmongering in their

Hello fellow Amity and Beecher friends. My name is Nell D’Andrea. Some of you may know me because of my three wonderful boys that have gone/are going through the Beecher Road and Amity School System, or maybe from the many sports they all play, or even where I work. But I am here to speak about

To all who travel up or down Newton Road, I am issuing a cry for help . I am writing to ask all drivers to face the reality that Newton Road is more than a thoroughfare where drivers with big engines can test their mettle. If drivers were to slow their vehicles down to the speed limits, they might

I hear Mica Cardozo is a nice man, but his four years as Deputy First Selectman suggest he lacks the guts required to lead our town. In all that time he never publicly challenged his party’s approach on any issue, including the former Country Club and our ever-increasing budget. Now he says he

Based on knowing David Vogel for over 56 years, and having followed closely his service on the Woodbridge Board of Selectmen over the past two years, I am delighted to recommend him as a candidate for re-election to the Board.One of Woodbridge’s greatest challenges is its finances. 

We are pleased to write this letter supporting Cynthia Gibbons as a candidate for the Woodbridge Zoning Board of Appeals. We have known Cindy for several years and know her to be honest and trustworthy, a professional and reliable individual. She is a lifelong resident of Woodbridge and understand

Amity High School’s drop in the 2023 U.S. News ranking is puzzling, especially after the strong improvement in ranks on state-wide assessment tests last year. At the last BOE meeting, some parents raised concerns about the ranking drop. As a BOE member and Woodbridge parent myself, I delved into

Temple Beth Sholom is hosting a paper shredding event on October 29th from 9am-12pm. Bring your old documents to be shredded securely and affordably. Hard drive destruction and computer recycling also available.

There’s nothing like football season in our area to bring people together. As students, alumni, and fans aged 21+ pack the stadiums this year, a reminder to plan ahead for a safe ride home if your game day plans include a beer or two.Whether you’re at a tailgate, seated on the 50-yard line or cheer

Fifty years after the conclusion of the Vietnam War, veterans who served under those very difficult conditions finally heard the words “Welcome Home” and “Thank You” from local and state officials. In a brief ceremony on July 17, Lt. Governor Susan Bysiewiecz and Commissioner of Veterans Affairs

Some 875 students were headed back to Beecher Road School this week for the start of the 2023-24 school year. Many of the faces and spaces will be familiar to them, as the teacher turnover was minor this year, compared to the last few years.But the district is adding an assistant principal to help

Every election gives us the chance to elect new leaders with better solutions to meet the town’s challenges. Here’s one that Woodbridge has faced for the past 14 years – developing and executing a sustainable plan for the Country Club of Woodbridge (CCW).