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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“Police Seek Suspect In Community Center Fire,” by Jim Taylor, published March 1. Newtown Police announced they are seeking an individual that caused a fire in an exterior bathroom of the Community Center. Read more at newtownbee.com/03012022/police-seek-suspect-in-community-center-fire.

“Imagination Movers Excited To Be (Finally, Really!) Heading Back To Edmond Town Hall,” by John Voket, published March 3. Anyone who has seen a clip of an Imagination Movers music video or concert probably experienced a fleeting idea that there was something a lot deeper — and cooler — going on than just delivering another dose of Disney eye and ear candy for kids. The group returns to Edmond Town Hall on March 13. Read more at newtownbee.com/03032022/imagination-movers-excited-to-finally-reallybe-heading-back-to-edmond-t.

“Pickleball Ambassador, Softball Coordinator ... Jan Brown Is Newtown Bee’s 2021 Sportsman Of Year,” by Andy Hutchison, published February 28. Looking for a pickleball-playing partner or for lessons to learn the sport? How about a softball teammate, or drop-in basketball opportunity? Or someone with whom to try out a new activity — like maybe curling? Does traveling across the country to compete in tournaments interest you? For any of the above, Jan Brown might be your best local contact. Read more at newtownbee.com/02282022/pickleball-ambassador-softball-coordinator-jan-brown-is-also-sportsman-of-year.

“Jacobs Siblings Lead Ski Team To Postseason Success,” by Ally McCarthy, published February 27. The Newtown-Pomperaug of Southbury high school ski team has had a successful season on the slopes culminating in high finishes at the conference and state level. Read more at newtownbee.com/02272022/jacobs-siblings-lead-ski-team-to-postseason-success.

“On To The Semis: Big Win For Boys Over Always-Dominant Immaculate,” by Andy Hutchison, published February 26. Time of possession is not typically a statistic tracked in basketball. For Newtown High Schools boys’ team, however, it might have been the most significant one in a South-West Conference Tournament quarterfinal-round visit to Immaculate of Danbury. Read more at newtownbee.com/02262022/on-to-the-semis-big-win-for-boys-over-always-dominant-immaculate.

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