UPDATE:

Newtown's first drive-through coronavirus testing center coordinated by PhysicianOne Urgent Care in Plaza South saw a steady stream of vehicles queuing up Thursday, May 14, so occupants could learn whether they are free from, or possibly carrying, the novel coronavirus.

The Connecticut Chapter of the American Parkinson Disease Association is hosting a Virtual Symposium on Monday, May 18 through Friday, May 22.

The Al-Hedaya Islamic Center in Newtown is working to make a difference to people affected by the pandemic within the community and across the region.

Newtown Congregational Church and the Newtown Lions Club will cosponsor a Red Cross Blood Drive, Tuesday, June 2, from 8:30 am to 6:30 pm.

The Miracle Mask Project is a project founded by two college pre-med students, Rameezah Ahmed of Danbury and Anika Qazi of Newtown, working with the Al-Hedaya Islamic Center youth group of Newtown to assemble and distribute mask kits to healthcare workers and underserved community members of Fairfield County.

NPC Zoom meetings are underway for those seeking Hope & Support.

Following up on comments made at his Thursday, May 7, press briefing, Governor Ned Lamont subsequently announced that his administration is lifting certain regulations on who can order diagnostic tests to allow for a major expansion of COVID-19 testing in the state.