Each week we compile a list of some of the most-read stories published at newtownbee.com. Here is a roundup of the week’s top stories, based on the number of page reads.

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“Newtown’s Own, David Kullgren Named Police Chief,” by Jim Taylor, published January 25. A bit under two months after Police Chief James Viadero announced he was leaving the department, the Police Commission named Lt David Kullgren as Newtown’s next chief of police. Read more at newtownbee.com/01252022/kullgren-named-new-police-chief.

“Car Wash Issued Wetlands Violation For Dumping Wastewater; DEEP To Test Soils,” by Jim Taylor, published January 26. The Inland Wetlands (IW) Commission was expected to discuss a wetland violation for dumping wastewater by QuiXpress Car Wash, 1 Simm Lane, which is owned by TMR Realty Newtown, LLC, at an upcoming meeting. Read more at newtownbee.com/01262022/car-wash-issued-wetlands-violation-for-dumping-wastewater-deep-to-test-soi.

“Winter Storm Kenan Is Coming, Time To Prepare For Approaching Nor’Easter,” by Shannon Hicks, published January 28. It was time to prepare for the arrival of Kenan, a “powerful Nor’easter.” Read more at newtownbee.com/01282022/winter-storm-kenan-is-coming-time-to-prepare-for-approaching-noreaster.

“JJ Stacks Boasts Fresh Fast Food Favorites For Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner,” by John Voket, published January 25. Local business owner and restauranteur Joe Attonito’s JJ Stacks at 537 Federal Road is a bit quieter during the winter months, but the upscale snack bar still sizzles with great food selections hungry patrons can get passionate about. Read more at newtownbee.com/01252022/jj-stacks-boasts-fresh-fast-food-favorites-for-breakfast-lunch-dinner.

“Cover Two Shares A Grand With Servers After ‘Tip Off’ Tout,” by Shannon Hicks, published January 28. A popular Sandy Hook restaurant has received and shared a $1,000 tip through a national campaign launched in November by entrepreneur, philanthropist, advocate, and TV personality Marcus Lemonis. Read more at newtownbee.com/01282022/cover-two-shares-a-grand-with-servers-after-tip-off-tout.

Education Reporter Eliza Hallabeck can be reached at eliza@thebee.com.