With the situation not quite as dire as originally forecast, the Legislative Council is trying to figure out how to pay for repairs for the leaking library roof.
Hawleyville Volunteer Fire Company took possession of a new fir tree on Tuesday, which will be center stage for the 11th annual tree lighting event next month.
The tree, a 20-foot-high Norway Spruce, ...
As The Newtown Fund, Inc gets ready for the distribution of its holiday baskets in less than two weeks, it is operating more efficiently and cost effectively than ever thanks to two of its board members.
The deadline to complete a local survey on transportation needs and challenges facing Newtown’s older population has been extended in the hope of getting more widespread participation.
A legal notice submitted to The Newtown Bee is advising residents that the Newtown Planning and Zoning Commission (P&Z) will be conducting public hearings next month on a proposed three-story apartment building on South Main Street near the intersection of Borough Lane.
The voters certainly spoke — and I respect the outcome — but let’s not forget that a “majority” doesn’t mean everyone agreed. Many of us are deeply concerned about the rising cost of living here. Supporting schools and services is important, but so is ensuring that residents can afford to stay in the town they love.
We all want Newtown to be a great place to live, but lately, it’s starting to feel less like “Nicer in Newtown” and more like “More Expensive in Newtown.” That’s not sustainable, and it’s not a criticism of the town itself — it’s a call for responsible budgeting and long-term planning that doesn’t rely on tax increases year after year.
I hope future decisions will reflect not just the desire to maintain services, but also the need to ease the financial burden on residents.
I appreciate the passion behind this message, and I absolutely understand the desire to invest in our town. That said, I voted no — not because I don't care about Newtown, but because I do. Fiscal responsibility is not about ignoring problems, it’s about making sure we address them in a sustainable and transparent way.
It’s frustrating to feel like every year there’s a new “urgent” reason to raise taxes, with little serious effort to curb spending or prioritize needs. I worry this just sets the stage for another round of increases next year. That doesn't mean I’m against education, safety, or our town’s future — it means I believe in accountability and in asking tough questions about how our money is managed.
Voting no wasn't a rejection of Newtown — it was a call for more thoughtful, balanced leadership. I hope future conversations can include all perspectives, not just those willing to write a bigger check.
The voters spoke, loud and clear that they support our schools and municipal services. The majority vote was a mandate to keep delivering well rated education services and keep it" Nicer in Newtown."
Thank you LeReine, for speaking out about this. The list of public servants who are unfairly targeted for abuse just for doing their jobs has been growing. It is a testament to the power of propaganda that otherwise good and well-meaning people can get so emotional as to act out in this way.
