The staff of Newtown Youth Services extends best wishes to all for a very happy holiday season.

By LARISSA LYTWYN

Published: Dec 26, 2003 12:00 am

We would especially like to welcome Anthony Tozzi on board as the new executive director of NYS!

Attention High School Students: NYS is looking for volunteers to help with after-school programs at the elementary schools. Please call for further information.

Volunteers Needed!!! Newtown Youth Services will be moving in early 2004 and we are in need of much assistance. Anyone who can lend a hand in any way would certainly be appreciated. This is also a great opportunity for community service. Please call NYS if you would like to spend some time helping us!

Moms Groups

Moms of Babies birth to 12 months: Tuesdays, 10:30 to 11:30 am, beginning January 13

Moms of Toddlers 1 year to 18 months: Thursdays, 10:30 to 11:30 am, beginning January 15

Moms of Multiples: Meets bimonthly, please call for dates and times.

Working Moms/Ongoing: Meets the second Saturday of the month at 10 am.

Parent Programs

Parent Connection is an organization formed by concerned parents and other informed citizens of Newtown to address the problem of substance use and abuse in our community.

Parent Connectionâs next forum, âIâm a Good Parentâ¦Not my Child!â will be facilitated by Wendy Davenson Wednesday, January 21, at 7 pm, in the Newtown Middle School auditorium.

Hope Support Group: If you are a parent with questions or concerns about your childâs possible or confirmed involvement with substances, you are invited to attend the Hope and Support group. This group meets Mondays from 7:30 to 9:30 pm in the Parentsâ Corner. All are welcome.

Youth Programs

Children Of Divorce Support Group meets the first and third Monday of the month. The next meeting is January 5 from 6 to 7:15 pm.

Sib-Shops Support Group: For siblings of children who have disabilities will meet the second Monday of the month beginning January 12.

For further information, contact Laurie at NYS.

4H: Grades 5 and 6, Tuesdays, 3 to 4:30 at Newtown Youth Services.

HYSAB: The next meeting will be announced after the holidays.

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The Way We Were

Cindi Broughton

Congratulations on your nomination. In your announcement, you mentioned that Newtown faces real pressures, including “traffic patterns that make everyday life more stressful.” One growing concern for many residents and business owners is the repeated traffic disruption on Main Street caused by large-scale protests and rallies at the flagpole — held without a unified permitting process. Given that Main Street is a state road with a history of serious traffic and pedestrian safety issues, how would you, as First Selectman, approach the impact of these gatherings on traffic flow, public safety, and local businesses? I ask this with sincere interest in understanding how your commitment to “thoughtful planning” and “unity of action” would apply to this very real and recurring issue.

Democrats To Run Walczak For First Selectman

I appreciate Ryan’s thoughtful and grounded perspective on the need for a consistent, transparent, and lawful permitting process for large public events in Newtown. His approach reflects common sense within the framework of the law, balancing public safety, free expression, and fiscal responsibility—exactly what we should expect from our elected officials. In contrast, I was struck by Bruce Walczak’s comment suggesting that informal and "extensive discussion" are the preferred solutions to complex public issues. While there is certainly value in dialogue, the idea that decision-making should replace the thoughtful legislative process is troubling—especially coming from someone running for First Selectman.

Says ‘No’ Vote Sidestepped Due Diligence

I am grateful to The Democratic Town committee. I can vouch for the careful consideration they took in selecting our candidates. I appreciate their confidence in my managing skills to address the many issue facing Newtown. Ill be conducting listening tours over the next few months to gain a deeper understanding of my Newtown neighbors concerns and will be ready to address then day one.

There has been a rash of dog attacks, at least three that I know about on the sidewalks in town. Owners of pets need to be more attentive and respectful of their neighbors. Aggressive dogs need to be watched carefully to protect all. This is a serious issue and should be addresses not swept under a rug.

We Need A First Selectman Who Cares

I attended the meeting, and the results were reached after extensive discussion. Thats why its important to attend these high profile meeting, you see the facts yourself, As Alex, in the following letter, said the solution is not always more rules and legislation. Speaking to each other often solves issue a lot quicker with more flexibility.

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The staff of Newtown Youth Services extends best wishes to all for a very happy holiday season.

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