Water & Sewer Authority (WSA) members on April 12 rejected a request for municipal sanitary sewer service for Hunters Ridge, a controversial mixed-use complex proposed for a 35-acre site at 79 Church ...
Town Clerk Debbie Aurelia Halstead is seeking the names of living or deceased women from town who were members of the armed services during World War II on or before April 22.womeninservice100.com.
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Town police are awaiting the results of an independent study on the functioning of the Newtown Police Department, which is being conducted to measure current attitudes, working conditions, and product...
Following a brief public forum that drew a handful of residents to the Municipal Center April 11, members of a task force working to help the Newtown Center for Support and Wellness (CSW) develop a st...
The Newtown Parent Connection is planning two free information sessions, "Living With(OUT) Pain," to help seniors, their caregivers, and community members better understand how opioids and opioid addi...
Following review of the fourth version of The Riverwalk at Sandy Hook Village, Planning and Zoning Commission (P&Z) members on April 5 unanimously approved a modified special zoning permit for the 74-...
Newtown Parks & Recreation and the town's Land Use Agency are inviting residents to attend "Paths To Newtown: A Trails Collaboration Meeting." The event will be in Council Chambers at Newtown Municipa...
After stopping a vehicle for a defective headlamp, Newtown police ended up arresting the vehicle's driver, 18-year-old Elliot Gregory of Sandy Hook, on six drug charges.
The Board of Education approved awarding a Hawley Elementary School roof restoration and replacement project to Garland/DBS as the project manager with Elite Roofing and Restoration, LLC, for $703,113...
Newtown resident Kyle Lyddy announced to The Newtown Bee on April 11 that he has decided to step down from his position as chairman of the Sandy Hook Permanent Memorial Commission (SHPMC) and will no ...
Excellent forum hosted by these young college students. They posed difficult but very important questions, especially about the increasing costs of living in Newtown; what qualifications and qualities Brandon Moore, the candidate for CT State Representative that appeared for the forum, brings; the candidate's ability to lead; and the ability to make difficult choices. Brandon Moore was impressive. He was on point and focused on improving the quality of life of Newtown residents. My husband and I were huge opponents to his candidacy, believing some of the things that have turned out to be untrue, but thankfully we asked a lot of questions and observed a lot behind the scenes, and Brandon Moore is a solid, knowledgeable, honest and strong candidate.
What a time to be alive! Thanks for the alert, David. I'll have to make a point to follow this issue here in Newtown, it's been something I've been following for some time on the national level. FYI- I think Canada had to put on hold their plans to reduce their mental care liabilities via state-assisted murder until 2027 because they had a hard time drumming up support. It's deeply ironic and sick that the advocates struggle to keep their momentum pushing this thru at state levels because once they find their loophole they promptly end their lives (and their advocacy). Praying this doesn't become a reality here in CT but other forces seem to be hard at work here.
The group of college students reached out to both candidates. One appeared and one did not. The DTC had plans for one not to appear and that was coordinated. I knew before anything was released to the public, of one non appearance being coordinated. Why is a forum such a concern? Why so much promotion of rumors and so many moving over toward the candidacy of Brandin Moore. Including me. The lack of transparency has to end. The manipulation of residents as well. I saw it firsthand and pulled away from the campaign. Nothing sus here just lack of information.
Death is not anathema. We all must come to it. It is as sacred as life. Western medicine has given us many benefits. We can cure disease and injury that used to cut life short. We can support healthy aging, giving us more years to enjoy life. But western medicine has its dark side. It tends to make death the enemy, something to be postponed, avoided, fought against regardless of the cost. Quality of life is sacrificed for quantity. Our doctors fight heroically for life, and their commitment is admirable. But they do not always know when and how to step back from the fight. Often, the medical system itself will not allow them to step back from the fight. Medical aid in dying is in part a response to that problem. Many people who seek it are alive because of previous medical intervention that was seen as good at the time. My mother lived many years past the point she wished to be dead. At 96, she stopped eating and drinking. That is not a good way to die. Not good for the one dying, not good for the family present for the dying. Medical aid in dying was not available for her. A dear friend lived with metastasized bone cancer for many years. Despite the pain, he managed with dignity. He lived independently which was essential to his sense of self-worth. At 90, he could no longer care for himself and was ready to die. Unlike my mother, he had access to medical aid in dying. Those of us who loved him were grateful.
Proposals for medical aid in dying should be considered seriously. Such a proposal is not a "twisted thing." This kind of legislation arises from compassion and is intended to address a significant societal problem. I applaud our local Commission on Aging for engaging with the issue.
Christine I truly cannot sufficiently express how appreciative I am of your letter. It means so much to to know that this moment, during this campaign, is the time when you felt you needed to speak out. I also deeply appreciate your attendance at the College Democrats of CT debate. Even though we weren't able to have a full conversation between both candidates, I am still so proud that you took the time out of your evening to learn more about this critical election. Thank you so much!!
