Because of the impact of the coronavirus and social distancing practices, the Newtown Turkey Trot benefiting the C.H. Booth Library was a virtual event for the ...
To the Editor:
I accidentally found l was on the front page of Friday 13th, The Newtown Bee. It was alongside its title in the upper right hand corner of the fr...
To the Editor:
Many of your readers will remember Letters to the Editor [March 24, 2020, “Wanted: A Playground For All”; and May 21, 2020, “Swinging Into Action...
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Yesterday afternoon [November 30] we had an enormous amount of rain water cascading down the back hill behind our cottage. As the rain was coming...
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Students deserve the chance to learn in school.
Recently the Newtown schools have decided to put students back into remote learning, citing healt...
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The FAITH Food Pantry, a 100 percent volunteer organization, does not receive any government funding. Instead, it relies on community support in ...
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During this unprecedented time so many families are experiencing loss of loved ones and often have to face the thought of them dying alone in a h...
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My, Oh My, how things change.
The Board of Selectmen are meeting December 7 to discuss the proposed new language for Fairfield Hills housing amen...
Newtown Public Schools will continue utilizing the remote learning model through December 23 and will return to the hybrid model for January 4, as Superintenden...
Governor Ned Lamont regretfully reported December 2 that Connecticut COVID-19 related deaths had surpassed the 5,000 mark, while locally, the Newtown health Dis...
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?