After hearing from two members of the public requesting added funds to expand Senior Center hours and programming, and a pitch to increase the Parks & Rec capit...
Residents had an opportunity to sample a wide range of free educational programs on Leap Day, February 29, at C.H. Booth Library.
Called “Leap In & Learn Day,” ...
The Inland Wetlands Commission (IWC) is scheduled to meet on Wednesday, March 11, to review the wetlands/watercourses protection aspects of a proposal to constr...
Sleeping bag: check! Flashlight: check! Books to read …
For children and teens not sure what books to bring to their overnight camp this summer, C.H. Booth Libr...
They say money does not buy happiness; but also that money does not grow on trees.
Though the former may be debatable for some and the latter is certainly true,...
On February 23, members of the Trinity Episcopal Church parish, together with members of the Newtown community, gathered for a Mardi Gras gala.
The event kicked...
HARTFORD— Governor Ned Lamont announced Saturday, March 7, that the State of Connecticut is partnering with United Way of Connecticut to launch an information h...
Newtown High School's cheerleading team followed up its South-West Conference championship with a Class LL state title.
The Nighthawks had a score of 191.7 to e...
Give children the energy they need this summer by packing lunches and snacks loaded with nutrients to fuel their body and brains at camp.
Registered dietitian n...
More than 40 individuals gathered at the Newtown Senior Center for a Lunch & Learn program about stress and anxiety on February 21.
When asked how many people i...
Penny,
Thank you for sharing Jack's and your life story. We were moved,Jack was an exceptional person.
Lots of love to you and your wonderful family.
Pat and Julie D'Onofrio
Thank you! BOE budget items lurk in the shadows. Many programs we fund are often dreamed up by the State and pushed down to the districts to implement.
Schools could be consolidated here as enrollment decreases. And some 'luxury' programs should be trimmed. Downsizing administrators and support staff should be considered as well. And a 'few hundred' dollars on top of inflation is a bridge too far.