News in Woodbridge & Bethany, CT


Congregation B’nai Jacob Happenings for March 2025
Get ready for a whirlwind of community events! Kick off with a festive Megillah Reading and Shpiel, followed by a joyous Purim Carnival featuring a kids' shpiel and costume parade. Then, immerse yourself in a weekend of music and storytelling with Ben Romano, and join us for a heartfelt ambulance


Obituary: Gary Beecher “Beech” Johnson
Gary Beecher “Beech” Johnson, 78, died tragically by suicide this past January. For the past 35 years, he lived in Bridgton, Maine. Born and raised in Bethany, CT, Beech had a difficult and traumatic childhood, a burden he never fully overcame or healed from.


Beth El – Keser Israel Events for March 2025
Join BEKI's joyous Purim celebration with Megillah readings, costume parties, and carnival fun! Experience three festive services March 13-14, plus a special children's carnival on March 16.


Amity Schools: Building Tomorrow's Leaders Through Excellence Today
The Board’s foremost responsibility is to ensure the safety, security, academic success, and overall well-being of every student in the Amity Regional District. However, as a public school district, we are legally bound to comply with all applicable laws and regulations.


Synergy at Amity Physical Therapy: Wellness & Fitness Reimagined
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


MaryKate Myott Named to the Dean's List at Tufts University
MaryKate Myott, Class of 2028 of Woodbridge, was named to the dean's list at Tufts University for the fall 2024 semester. Dean's list honors at Tufts University require a semester grade point average of 3.4 or greater.


Criscuolo, McGovern Make Seton Hall Dean's List
Seton Hall University is pleased to announce the following Woodbridge students who qualified for the Fall 2024 Dean's list and to congratulate them for their outstanding academic achievements.


Calling All Performers for Woodbridge Earth Day 2025
Woodbridge is gearing up for its annual Earth Day celebration on Saturday, April 26th, 2025, from 10 AM to 5 PM at the Woodbridge Town Green, and organizers are looking for talented performers to contribute to the festivities.


Cameron Leslie named to Salve Regina University's Fall 2024 Dean's List
Cameron Leslie of Woodbridge was named to the Dean's List during the Fall 2024 academic semester at Salve Regina University. To qualify for the Dean's List, students must earn a semester grade point average of 3.6 for full-time students completing at least 12 graded credits, or a semester grade


Crout Earns Honor Roll at Early College Prep Academy
It's not every day that high school students break with tradition to attend a school that prepares them to enter college after the 10th grade, but for this Woodbridge student, that's exactly the case. This year, Finley Crout was named to the Honor Roll at Bard Academy at Simon's Rock, the nation's


Garden Club Members Get Succulent Savvy
President Debbie Schlegel and member Sharon de Kadt taught an eager group of Garden Club of Woodbridge members the "how-tos" of succulent gardening at the January meeting (see photo). A multitude of succulents were available for members' use: chandelier, ghost, and lace aloe were among plants ready


Woodbridge Student Earns Clark U. Honors
Sage J. Johnson, of Woodbridge, was named to first honors on the Clark University Dean's List. This selection marks outstanding academic achievement during the Fall 2024 semester.


Castillo Named to University of Hartford's Dean's List
The University of Hartford is pleased to announce that Anthony Castillo of Woodbridge has been named to the Dean's List for the fall 2024 semester. The entire UHart community is proud to celebrate Anthony's hard work and academic success.


Award-Winning Storyteller Valerie Tutson to Share Stories & Songs of Blessings
Award-winning storyteller Valerie Tutson will be sharing her captivating stories and songs of blessings for all ages at the First Church of Christ on Sunday, March 16th. The event promises an afternoon of enriching entertainment and community fellowship.


Shred Sisters: Author Talk at B'nai Jacob
Join us at Congregation B’nai Jacob for a conversation with author Betsy Lerner as she discusses her newly acclaimed novel, Shred Sisters. This powerful story delves into the fierce complexities of sisterhood, mental health, loss, and love.


Three Local Students Earn Academic Honors at College of Charleston
The College of Charleston proudly announces its Winter 2024 President's and Dean's Lists, honoring over 3,750 students, including Woodbridge's Cayla Jackel, Caroline Scott, and Kasey Smith. Discover CofC's commitment to academic excellence and its vibrant campus in historic Charleston, SC.


Congregation B’nai Jacob Happenings for February 2025
Join Congregation B'nai Jacob for enriching Jewish services, events, and learning opportunities. From daily minyanim and Shabbat services to special events like Gospel Shabbat and family programs, discover a welcoming spiritual community.


Sports Injuries: RICE & Fast Recovery
Acute sports injuries can be a devastating experience for athletes at all levels, from professionals to weekend warriors. The immediate aftermath of an injury often involves pain, swelling, and the inability to continue playing. While some athletes can quickly recover and return to the game, others


WPI Robotics Student Earns Dean's List Honors
Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI) has announced that Luhai Tang, a member of the class of 2027 majoring in Robotics Engineering, was named to the university's Dean's List for academic excellence for the fall 2024 semester.


Nguyen, Norko Make Springfield College Fall 2024 Dean's List
Springfield College Recognizes Dean's List Students for the 2024 Fall Semester.