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What's up Orange! Let's start this morning right by getting caught up on what's going on around town. Keep reading to stay in the loop. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • How did Orange’s PEZ factory inspire a global collector community?

Also on today's calendar: Estate Sale - Shelton and 10 more events.

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Today's riddle: What did the boat dock say when it was arrested? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

Find out what's happening in Orangefor free with the latest updates from Patch.

  • Saturday: Clouds giving way to some sun, with a high of 40 and low of 27 degrees.
  • Sunday: Snow and flurries, up to 1", temps: high: 30, low: 15. ⛄️ Brr!
  • Monday: Cold; breezy in the morning, with a high of 29 and low of 22 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• The PEZ Factor(y)! Inside the sweetest obsession (ctpublic.org) — PEZ fans might be surprised to learn that the company archivist featured in this candy-obsessed audio tour works right at PEZ Candy, Inc. in Orange where millions of candies are made daily. The episode explores the Orange-based Visitor Center collection, a world-record dispenser stash, a heartfelt PEZ tattoo story, and how conventions like PEZamania turn nostalgia into community.
   

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🗞 Nearby News

West Haven

  • Items From West Haven's Iconic Jimmies Of Savin Rock To Be Auctioned Off (patch.com)
  • West Haven Athletes Named To 2025 All-SCC Fall Sports Teams (patch.com)

Derby

  • Former Starbucks To Be Demolished, Replaced With New Chase Bank In Derby (patch.com)

Milford

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-- The Patch AM Team

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