John M. Ross
John M. “Yock” Ross, 72, of Glen Apartments, Danbury, died March 30 at Danbury Hospital.
He was the brother of Marie Piskur...
Bigger Than A_Breadbox? Bigger Than The Internet? Is Ginger IT?
I have seen hype piled high and deep, but this story takes the top prize.
In its never ending se...
Most persons have heard the stirring story of Paul Revere. Fewer are aware that two years and a few days after Revere's famed ride the situation was duplicated ...
Search Is On For Outstanding Older Worker
GARDNER, MASS. — Green Thumb, Inc., is seeking nominations for an Outstanding Older Worker to represent ea...
Police Investigate High-Speed
Fatal Crash On South Main Street
By Andrew Gorosko
Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding a fatal high-speed accid...
Connecticut Taxpayers Have Until_April 17 To File Or Pay Federal Taxes
HARTFORD — The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has given taxpayers who file at...
Rita Marie Medve
Rita M. (Hannowell) Medve, 83, of 67 Brushy Hill Road, Newtown, died on March 29. She was the wife of Bertram Medve, to whom she had been marri...
A Tribute To Newtown’s
School System
To the Editor:
Before I moved to Newtown 14 years ago I knew very little about this town. I caught my first gl...
A True Hero
To the Editor:
I write to thank and acknowledge a true hero in the Newtown community, Mr Michael Agius. His recent selfless act of honesty and uncon...
NJWC Scholarship
 The Newtown Junior Women’s Club is offering a scholarship award to a graduating senior living in Newtown who is a special educati...
Collections Underway For Flags To Be RetiredAhead of Flag Day, State Representatives Mitch Bolinsky (R-106) and Martin Foncello (R-107), in cooperation with Newtown VFW Post #308 and Scout Troop #270, are helping Newtown residents dispose of their worn American flags in a dignified and respectful way.Ahead of Flag Day, State Representatives Mitch Bolinsky (R-106) and Martin Foncello (R-107), in cooperation with Newtown VFW Post #308 and Scout Troop #270, are helping Newtown residents dispose of their worn American flags in a dignified and respectful way.The US Flag Code specifies that old American flags no longer in service must be properly disposed, and the lawmakers are offering this service free of charge.On Saturday, June 8, from 8:30-10:30 am, the legislators will join members of Newtown Scout Troop 270 for in-person collection at C.H. Booth Library, 25 Main Street.The Newtown state legislative delegation has also arranged five regional drop-off locations. Through June 8, flags may be dropped off at library; Newtown Community Center, 8 Simpson Street; and the lobby of Edmond Town Hall, 45 Main Street; and Brookfield Town Hall, 100 Pocono Road, and Brookfield Library, 182 Whisconier Road/Route 25.Readers are reminded that flags can be dopped off year-round at VFW Post 308 on Tinkerfield Road, and the office of The Newtown Bee, 5 Church Hill Road. Flags can be dropped off at either location for proper disposal.For additional information call 800-842-1423.
This is such a wonderful and fitting tribute to Moe, a tremendous life force. I'm so grateful our paths on this planet intersected if only for a short four years. I am certainly the better for it.
If the NIMBYs don't want anything built on the land then they should band together to purchase it from the land owner. There is a steady trend in Newtown where a small, but vocal group of residents seek to dictate how private land owners can use their property.
In between growth and decline is status quo. The town certainly needs to anticipate that the state and certain developers will push for their particular requirements through any means necessary. This does not mean that the town should rush to embrace a 'growth' strategy. We must be prepared to push back against unwarranted and unwanted development.
Good call! Thank you for the correction, I had mistaken his opinion as a statement from a committee but now I realize he is just speaking for I guess a facebook group. Kind of a confusing name, but yes, I should have caught it. Thanks!
It's inspiring to see young people taking proactive steps to learn crucial skills like CPR and first aid through programs like the Child & Babysitting Safety Program. Instructor Terrance Burroughs' interactive approach, including games like "Hazard Hunt," not only engages participants but also reinforces important safety principles. It's heartening to know that these future babysitters are enthusiastic about making spaces safer for children and are eager to apply their knowledge in hands-on exercises, such as swaddling and feeding. Burroughs' dedication to teaching these skills shines through, and it's clear that his efforts are making a positive impact on the community. I'm on maternity leave at the moment, but I'm starting to looking for a babysitter and I think that it's a mandatory requirement for them to go through such training. I would also like to know your opinion regarding contracts with babysitters, are they required? I mean, should we immediately make a contract to outline ban of smoking, substances, alcohol?