To the Editor:
My wife and I would like to endorse Jim Gaston for Board of Finance. Jim is the consummate volunteer. Whether through his professional organizati...
It is with great sadness that we share the news of our son, brother, uncle and friend, Daniel Christopher Garvin’s passing.
Dan died suddenly on August 4 in Bri...
We lovingly remember Richard “Allen” Eddy Jr, who passed away on October 22, 2023, at the age of 72.
Born in Bridgeport to parents Richard and Gladys Eddy, Alle...
To the Editor:
As election season comes to an end, I would like to take a moment to express my gratitude for all the kindness and encouragement I have received ...
To the Editor:
This will be a quick one.
Anyone who is a climate change denier, an election denier, a denier of rights to women in the form of choice, a denier ...
To the Editor:
I am writing to endorse William DeRosa for re-election to the Legislative Council, District 1.
William is driven by his passion for Newtown, its ...
To the Editor:
As I was watching the League of Women Voters debate at Edmond Town Hall last Tuesday, October 24th between the two tickets running for the highes...
To the Editor:
My name is Jim Landy and I am running for a seat on our Legislative Council, and it will be my honor to represent District 1. I grew up in Yonker...
To the Editor:
I’m writing in support of three Board of Education candidates: Chris Gilson, Alison Plante and John Vouros and I hope you will support them too.
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To the Editor:
During this election cycle, I have heard repeated calls to set aside national partisan politics. With this in mind, I feel compelled to point out...
There are many considerations as it relates to the development of the Castle Hill property as noted. I am supportive of the proposal and to approval process as it is sensitive to concerns being raised. The proposal provides another housing and lifestyle option for long time residents and newcomers with great accessibility to town. The developer is a long time resident with a solid reputation and the best interest of town at heart. It is not wise to make gross assumptions but I would think it would be a net positive (will attract empty nesters) to the tax base versus incremental town costs required. Net positive tax base growth supports continued investment in our great school system. Working in partnership with historical groups, bike and trails, the borough and others could actually add another great part of our amazing town.
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The Board of Education vacancy created by a resignation on February 20, which was filled on March 19, was covered in the March 22, 2024 print edition. Sorry you missed those stories.
I am on the Newtown Bike and Trail Committee and we have been promoting and maintaining this trail for years. It literally goes through the middle of 20/60 Castle Hill Rd., and was added to the register of historic places around 2003: https://npgallery.nps.gov/AssetDetail/NRIS/02001679 . That said, I think nearby development and trail preservation could be compatible, depending on the plan.
Its not just this meeting - its pretty much all town meetings. When was the last time you saw an article on the Bee's website regarding P&Z or BOE? Did you know that a BOE member resigned in January and a new one was appointed? These used to be featured articles on the Bee website after they went into the print edition. Unfortunately, things have changed a lot at the Bee since Mr. Voket left.
I have lived in Newtown for over 60 years and this is the first I have ever heard of the Rochambeau Trail. When I checked with the National Park Service and our state only Nationally Historic Site the official records of the Rochambeau Trail administrated by NPS does not travel through this property. If you are arguing it is "Near" the trail then where was the outrage when Big Y was built? The new development on 6 and 25 or even the Starbucks.