Thank you

By LAURIE BORST

Published: May 04, 2007 12:00 am

Thank you

Â Newtown Youth Services would like to thank all the volunteers who donated their time to assist on Independent Living Day. We have received many gracious compliments on jobs well done!

Â Outstanding Youth Awards

Nominations for Outstanding Youth are available at NYS, the schools, churches, and the Booth Library. This award ceremony will be held Thursday, May 24, 4 pm, at the Booth Library.

Nominees will be judged on outstanding qualities in the following categories: Service to Others, Babysitting, Friend, Sister/Brother or any other outstanding quality. It is Newtown Youth Servicesâ pleasure to honor Newtown youth for the everyday, wonderful things that they do. Nominations must be received at NYS by May 16.

Youth Programs

HSYAB meeting will be Monday, May 7, 2 pm, in the high school cafeteria. We will visit The Homesteads following the meeting.

Sibshops for children with a special needs sibling meets Monday, May 7, from 5 to 6 pm and May 21, 5 to 6 pm

Children of Divorce meets on Monday, May 7, from 6 to 7 pm and May 21 from 6 to 7pm.

Support Groups

Caregivers/Grandparentsâ Group â The Second Time Around: Raising Your Childrenâs Children is an ongoing support program that meets Wednesdays from noon to 1:30 pm. There is no fee.

Hope and Support meets Mondays, from 7:30 to 9:30 pm. Parents or caregivers with questions or concerns about a childâs possible or confirmed substance use or abuse are welcome to attend this group. The Hope Group will not meet on school holidays, school breaks, or snow days.

NAMI Support Group for relatives and caregivers of the mentally ill. Join in a confidential and supportive setting to discuss and share information, resources, and fellowship twice a month. The group meets on the first and third Monday of each month from 9:30 to 10:30 at NYS. For further information, contact Laura Miller Kurtz, 313-0412.

Autism Support Group meets the first Thursday of each month at 7 pm.

All groups meet at NYS, 10 Glen Road, unless otherwise noted. For additional info, call 270-4335.

The Voters Chose Newtown

The Plastic Problem

Margaret ‘Peggy’ Elizabeth Annett (July 31, 1943-April 26, 2025)

Making America: The Story Of An Immigrant

Snapshot: Andy Ashla

The voters certainly spoke — and I respect the outcome — but let’s not forget that a “majority” doesn’t mean everyone agreed. Many of us are deeply concerned about the rising cost of living here. Supporting schools and services is important, but so is ensuring that residents can afford to stay in the town they love. We all want Newtown to be a great place to live, but lately, it’s starting to feel less like “Nicer in Newtown” and more like “More Expensive in Newtown.” That’s not sustainable, and it’s not a criticism of the town itself — it’s a call for responsible budgeting and long-term planning that doesn’t rely on tax increases year after year. I hope future decisions will reflect not just the desire to maintain services, but also the need to ease the financial burden on residents.

Budget, Capital Projects Pass: Officials Respond

I appreciate the passion behind this message, and I absolutely understand the desire to invest in our town. That said, I voted no — not because I don't care about Newtown, but because I do. Fiscal responsibility is not about ignoring problems, it’s about making sure we address them in a sustainable and transparent way. It’s frustrating to feel like every year there’s a new “urgent” reason to raise taxes, with little serious effort to curb spending or prioritize needs. I worry this just sets the stage for another round of increases next year. That doesn't mean I’m against education, safety, or our town’s future — it means I believe in accountability and in asking tough questions about how our money is managed. Voting no wasn't a rejection of Newtown — it was a call for more thoughtful, balanced leadership. I hope future conversations can include all perspectives, not just those willing to write a bigger check.

The voters spoke, loud and clear that they support our schools and municipal services. The majority vote was a mandate to keep delivering well rated education services and keep it" Nicer in Newtown."

Great effort by the those who attended to shine a light on the attacks on Democracy. Thanks for the article so all can understand whats happening.

Hundreds Attend ‘Rock This Democracy’ Rally

Thank you LeReine, for speaking out about this. The list of public servants who are unfairly targeted for abuse just for doing their jobs has been growing. It is a testament to the power of propaganda that otherwise good and well-meaning people can get so emotional as to act out in this way.

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