To the Editor:
I hope all Newtown voters will read and act on this request. My request is to go to the website www.newtownrepublicans.org.
Go to the website and...
To the Editor:
I’m thrilled that Don Ramsey is running for Newtown’s Board of Education!
I first knew Don as “Mr Ramsey”— our children’s beloved teacher for the...
To the Editor:
Newtown, I am asking for your support in my run for the Legislative Council. Your vote in local elections can make a real difference in our commu...
The Board of Selectmen at its October 4 meeting unanimously approved using $2.5 million from American Rescue Plan (ARP) funds released to Newtown for the Hawley...
To the Editor:
Thank you for the opportunity to endorse Tom Long for Legislative Council in District Three. He has an impressive list of boards and commissions ...
To the Editor:
Why does Jordana Bloom deserve your vote for Newtown town clerk? Her skills, personality, and experience make her a perfect fit for the town cler...
To the Editor:
I am writing to endorse Chris Smith for Legislative Council in District 3 and urge you to support and vote for Chris in the upcoming election, Tu...
To the Editor:
My name is Scarlett Lewis and I have lived in Sandy Hook for 23 years. I have known Chand Ahuja, who is running for the Board of Finance, and his...
To the Editor:
I am writing to endorse Chris Smith for Newtown’s legislative council. I have known Chris for over 15 years. In the time that I have known him, I...
To the Editor:
I am writing to let you know how pleased I am with the majority of candidates running for Board of Education; however, one candidate that truly p...
There are many considerations as it relates to the development of the Castle Hill property as noted. I am supportive of the proposal and to approval process as it is sensitive to concerns being raised. The proposal provides another housing and lifestyle option for long time residents and newcomers with great accessibility to town. The developer is a long time resident with a solid reputation and the best interest of town at heart. It is not wise to make gross assumptions but I would think it would be a net positive (will attract empty nesters) to the tax base versus incremental town costs required. Net positive tax base growth supports continued investment in our great school system. Working in partnership with historical groups, bike and trails, the borough and others could actually add another great part of our amazing town.
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The Board of Education vacancy created by a resignation on February 20, which was filled on March 19, was covered in the March 22, 2024 print edition. Sorry you missed those stories.
I am on the Newtown Bike and Trail Committee and we have been promoting and maintaining this trail for years. It literally goes through the middle of 20/60 Castle Hill Rd., and was added to the register of historic places around 2003: https://npgallery.nps.gov/AssetDetail/NRIS/02001679 . That said, I think nearby development and trail preservation could be compatible, depending on the plan.
Its not just this meeting - its pretty much all town meetings. When was the last time you saw an article on the Bee's website regarding P&Z or BOE? Did you know that a BOE member resigned in January and a new one was appointed? These used to be featured articles on the Bee website after they went into the print edition. Unfortunately, things have changed a lot at the Bee since Mr. Voket left.
I have lived in Newtown for over 60 years and this is the first I have ever heard of the Rochambeau Trail. When I checked with the National Park Service and our state only Nationally Historic Site the official records of the Rochambeau Trail administrated by NPS does not travel through this property. If you are arguing it is "Near" the trail then where was the outrage when Big Y was built? The new development on 6 and 25 or even the Starbucks.