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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“Driver Uninjured After Rolling Oil Truck Monday Morning; Road May Need To Be Dug Up,” by Shannon Hicks, published October 31. A 41-year-old male escaped without injury after he lost control of and rolled an oil truck he was operating on New Lebbon Road Monday morning. Read more at newtownbee.com/10312022/driver-uninjured-after-rolling-oil-tanker-monday-morning-road-may-need-to.

“Three Charges For Woman Who Caused I-84 Head-On Crash,” by Shannon Hicks, published November 3. When first responders were dispatched to I-84 East early Monday morning, they were told they were heading to a two-vehicle crash. They were also informed that one of the vehicles had been traveling in the wrong direction, and it was on fire after crashing into a large truck. Read more at newtownbee.com/11032022/three-charges-for-woman-who-caused-i-84-head-on-crash.

“At 59, Newtown’s Dr Begg Endured And Enjoyed Grueling World Ironman Championships,” by Andy Hutchison, published November 1. Looking for some inspiration to be healthy, or overcome injuries — or for a good example of perseverance? Then look no further than Newtowner Dr William Begg. Read more at newtownbee.com/11012022/at-59-newtowns-dr-begg-endured-and-enjoyed-grueling-world-ironman-championships.

“Halloween On Main Street Draws Thousands Of Funny And Ghastly Visitors,” by Shannon Hicks, published November 3. Those who live along the historic 1,200 yards between the four-way intersection of Main and Glover Avenue, South Main Street and Sugar Street, and Main Street and Currituck Road have in recent years reported upwards of 3,000 children at their door during Trick or Treating each October 31. Read more at newtownbee.com/11032022/halloween-on-main-street-draws-thousands-of-funny-and-ghastly-visitors.

“Headed To The Championship Game! Boys’ Soccer Beats Brookfield In Semis,” by Andy Hutchison, published November 1. Newtown High School’s penalty kick path to the South-West Conference Tournament finals was pretty unlikely. A trio of penalty kicks during regulation of Newtown’s quarterfinal and semifinal round games at Blue & Gold Stadium played a key role in the No. 1 seed Nighthawks reaching the pinnacle game. Read more at newtownbee.com/11012022/headed-to-the-championship-game-boys-soccer-beats-brookfield-in-semis.

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