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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“Woman Killed Flagging Down Help On Rochambeau Bridge,” published October 25. A 22-year-old Hartford woman was fatally injured after being struck on Interstate 84 while trying to flag down assistance for her own disabled vehicle. Read more at newtownbee.com/10252021/woman-killed-flagging-down-help-on-rochambeau-bridge.

“Jim And Sasha Allen Enter ‘The Voice’ Battle Rounds With Goal To Entertain,” by Alissa Silber, published October 21. After much anticipation, Newtown father and son duo Jim and Sasha Allen were featured on The Voice’s battle rounds on the evening of Monday, October 18. Read more at newtownbee.com/10212021/jim-and-sasha-allen-enter-the-voice-battle-rounds-with-goal-to-entertain.

“Halloween On Main Street A Go For October 31,” by Jim Taylor, published on October 25. Halloween On Main Street, which took a hiatus in 2020 due to COVID-19, is one of many events back this year. Ahead of the date, the event was announced. Read more at newtownbee.com/10252021/halloween-on-main-street-a-go-for-october-31.

“Meet Your Future Elected Leaders: Second And Final Round Of Local Candidate Profiles Presented,” published October 29. The Newtown Bee presented its second of two installments of photos and brief profiles of local candidates pursuing elected seats. Read more at newtownbee.com/10292021/meet-your-future-elected-leaders-second-and-final-round-of-local-candidate-profiles-presented.

“Change Of Plans For Tonight’s BOE Candidates Forum: Two Guests, Not Five,” by Shannon Hicks, published October 28. Ahead of a Board of Education Candidates Forum organized by the Newtown PTA and PTSA, a change was announced that only two of the five candidates would be participating. Read more at newtownbee.com/10282021/change-of-plans-for-tonights-boe-candidates-forum-two-guests-not-five.

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