Each week we compile a list of some of the recent 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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"Labor Day Parade A Go For Monday Morning," by Shannon Hicks, published September 2. Ahead of Monday, September 5, when the 2022 Labor Day Parade was held, judges had received their instructions, 85 groups had registered to be part of the line of march, and some spectators planned to drop off their place-holding chairs on Sunday afternoon along Main Street, Glover Avenue, and the northern section of Main Street. Read more at newtownbee.com/09022022/labor-day-parade-a-go-for-monday-morning.

"CT United Ride Passing Through Newtown Around Midday September 11," published September 4. Connecticut’s largest 9/11 tribute, with thousands of motorcyclists from across the Northeast, was announced as returning for Sunday, September 11. Read more at newtownbee.com/09042022/ct-united-ride-passing-through-newtown-around-midday-september-11.

"United Ride Bringing Road Closures Sunday 9/11, Flags Remaining At Half-Mast," by John Voket, published September 9. The Newtown Police Department issued its final traffic advisory in anticipation of the 2022 United Ride on Sunday, September 11. Read more at newtownbee.com/09092022/united-ride-will-bring-mid-day-road-closures-sunday-9-11.

"Spirited Labor Day Parade Returns Defying Threat Of Rain," by John Voket, published September 9. Perhaps the best-kept secret of the 2022 Labor Day Parade Committee was the last-minute recruitment of Mother Nature who kept the morning’s forecasted steady rain showers at bay until well after the many participating pieces of local rescue and fire apparatus returned to their stations. Read more at newtownbee.com/09092022/spirited-labor-day-parade-returns-defying-threat-of-rain.

"Residents Air Concerns On Bear Shooting To Police Commission," by Jim Taylor, published September 9. Approximately a dozen residents attended the September 6 Police Commission meeting to express frustration and disappointment over the lack of consequences following the May shooting of a bear known locally as “Bobbi.” Read more at newtownbee.com/09092022/residents-air-concerns-on-bear-shooting-to-police-commission.

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