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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“Survivors, Responders, Volunteers, Officials Gather To Open Sandy Hook Memorial,” by John Voket, published November 20. Approximately 200 people including dozens of immediate survivors of those killed on 12/14 came together on the site of a newly opened Sandy Hook Permanent Memorial for a brief, reverent invitation-only ceremony November 12, a day ahead of the memorial’s public opening. Read more at newtownbee.com/11202022/survivors-responders-volunteers-officials-gather-to-open-sandy-hook-memorial.

“Hawks Feast On Turnovers For Thanksgiving Eve Victory,” by Andy Hutchison, published November 23. The turkey, stuffing, and mashed potatoes were still a night’s rest away, so Newtown High School’s football team feasted on turnovers. Read more at newtownbee.com/11232022/hawks-feast-on-turnovers-for-thanksgiving-eve-victory.

“Edmond Town Hall Benefactor Surprised By Thanks For A Decade-Plus Of Generosity,” by Shannon Hicks, published November 25. Todd Ingersoll is known for his love of surprising people, and the CEO of Ingersoll Automotive found himself speechless when the tables were turned. Read more at newtownbee.com/11252022/edmond-town-hall-benefactor-surprised-by-thanks-for-a-decade-plus-of-generosity.

“Dissa, Sondag — And A Turkey — Lead The Way In Annual Turkey Trot,” by Andy Hutchison, published November 24. The 13th Annual Turkey Trot to benefit C.H. Booth Library took place on a 30-degree Thanksgiving morning and there were 974 finishers who earned their extra stuffing in the 5K, which started and finished at Newtown Middle School. Read more at newtownbee.com/11242022/dissa-sondag-and-a-turkey-lead-the-way-in-annual-turkey-trot.

“Newtown Native Is Also The Community’s Newest Police Officer,” by John Voket, published November 21. John Facto, a former Botsford Fire Rescue firefighter and local emergency dispatcher, has returned to his hometown as its most recently hired police officer. Read more at newtownbee.com/11212022/newtown-native-is-also-the-communitys-newest-police-officer.

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