The Resiliency Center of Newtown (RCN) invites Newtown residents to stop in on Monday, September 24, for an open house.
Having opened in September 2013, RCN has for five years provided free and confid...
A local grassroots support organization for families with children on the autism spectrum has scheduled its first few activities of the 2018-19 season, and it all begins with ice cream.
By John Voket
Newtown Health District Director Donna Culbert was notified by state officials on August 28 that at least one West Nile virus (WNV) infected mosquito had been recently trapped in Newtown...
The Visiting Nurse Association of Newtown (VNA Newtown) has been observing its centennial this year, and members are really ready to celebrate.
The public is invited to the Alexandria Room of Edmond T...
It is that time of year again where the yogi community gives a welcoming "Namaste" to the sixth annual Newtown Yoga Festival. The event is scheduled to take place Saturday, August 25, at the NYA Sport...
HARTFORD- Governor Dannel P. Malloy is urging Connecticut residents, particularly those who are most vulnerable, to take precautions during the excessive heat and humidity over the next few days as a ...
NYA Sports & Fitness Center (NYA) and Friends of Newtown Seniors (FONS) will offer a new series of Krav Maga For Seniors in the autumn.
Britt Soden of Connecticut Krav Maga will present six classes, b...
The Resiliency Center of Newtown will offer a one-day workshop next week for college students, whether heading out for the first time or returning to school.
"Launch: Building Tools for Resiliency at ...
It was a year ago this month that the Newtown health District was responding to a rare but very real human exposure to the rabies virus that was communicated by an abandoned and then rescued kitten.Th...
The language “any purpose other than open space or recreation, the parcel shall revert to the state of Connecticut” is a bit concerning and warrants clarification. Would the existing infrastructure be violative of this language?
It’s disappointing to see Newtown move forward with the so-called “Save-As-You-Throw” program—let’s be honest, it’s really Pay-As-You-Throw. Most families will end up paying more just to throw out their trash, despite the high taxes we already pay.
While the swap shop and free bulky waste disposal are nice ideas, they don’t offset the added cost and inconvenience of having to buy special blue bags—up to $4.40 each. It’s especially frustrating to see threats of $500 fines and policeenforcement tied to something that used to be a basic service.
This isn’t about sustainability—it’s about shifting more costs onto residents. I hope the town will reconsider and find a more reasonable and affordable approach. I have already heard discussions about purchasing backyard incinerators as a work around. What's next, is the town going to discontinue curb side recycling?
Absent is the observation that the dangerous e-bike riders are young teen boys right at that age where they are physically capable of daring stunts but mentally incapable of understanding how dangerous they can be to themselves and others. I witnessed this Wednesday afternoon driving back home from Norwalk- a kid around 14 was cruising at about 20mph and barely glanced at other traffic while barnstorming thru a 4 way stop. Many others have observed the same behavior from the same cohort. I'm not sure 'big govt' is the solution but without parental supervision I think it's the best we've got. Will there be penalties for breaking whatever e-bike rules are put in place, or will their young age excuse them from legal consequences? Good luck with the regulations!
The recent letter unfairly suggests the Trump administration is deliberately trying to surrender America’s global leadership in science and technology. That’s an oversimplification.
Federal funding has long supported innovation, but it’s only part of the equation. Private investment, world-class universities, and a strong business environment have also driven U.S. leadership. Changes to funding priorities don't equal abandonment — they reflect broader debates about the role of government and where taxpayer dollars are most effective.
Claiming that scientists will flee and that our future rests on tax cuts and golf trips reduces a complex issue to political theater. Let’s have a serious discussion about how best to support innovation — without the hyperbole.
