To the Editor:
I had the opportunity to address the Legislative Council on Wednesday, December 2, in regard to the proposed ordinances that were under considera...
To the Editor:
When [Newtown resident] Andrea Andrew (I have known her since she was a kid) found out that her mom was hosting a wedding shower for me, she want...
To the Editor:
Discovering the truth is a goal that many humans need and seek in their social verbal interactions also when faced with serious concerns or unexp...
To the Editor:
I am writing to express my concern and sadness for the children and families of Newtown. The current remote learning model has had a devastating ...
To the Editor:
Recently, my spouse and I were invited to join a group of concerned parents in Newtown who, like us, are both anxious and frustrated in dealing w...
To the Editor:
As a parent of three elementary aged children in the public school system, it is frustrating and disappointing to witness the approach the admini...
There is plenty to read at newtownbee.com, but so much more information to be found in print. If you read the print edition of The Newtown Bee, or subscribe, yo...
To the Editor:
Children should not be learning through a computer screen. Especially younger children who thrive on hands-on, live instruction and interaction. ...
To the Editor:
In this year of isolation, a delightful activity that is safe from COVID exposure is to drive around Newtown to see the fabulous holiday decorati...
At least two, possibly three additional Newtown residents have succumbed to COVID-19 over the past week as local case numbers swelled to 688 — more than 80 in j...
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.