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Governor and Lt Governor Invite Public To 9/11 Memorial Ceremony

Published: September 01, 2017 12:00 am

HARTFORD- Governor Dannel P. Malloy and Lt Governor Nancy Wyman are inviting members of the public to attend the State of Connecticut's 16th annual 9/11 Memorial Ceremony, honoring and celebrating the...

Primary Candidates Urge Republicans To Cast Ballots September 12

By John Voket

Published: September 01, 2017 12:00 am

This story was modified at 11:15 am on Sept 1 to clarify that the top vote-getter in the Republican Selectman primary contest on September 12 will go on to face the Democratic opponentÃÂ in ...

Road Race, Parade & Federal Holiday Approaching: Labor Day Weekend Road And Business Closures

Published: September 01, 2017 12:00 am

Local officials have listed the road closures planned for two major events scheduled for the Labor Day weekend - the 12th Annual Newtown 5-K Road Race to be held on Saturday, September 2, and the 56th...

Fire Reports | August 17-31, 2017

Published: September 01, 2017 12:00 am

The dispatchers at the Newtown Emergency Communications Center at Town Hall South, 3 Main Street, report the following fire calls and the responders:Thursday, August 17: 4:01 pm, alarm, 121 Mt Pleasan...

On The Ground: Former Newtown Residents Report In From Houston

By John Voket

Updated: February 29, 2024 10:43 am

As self-appointed responders team with expanding organized efforts to help rescue and support residents in Houston and surrounding communities hardest hit by Hurricane — now tropical storm — Harvey, several former local residents checked in with The Newtown Bee about the situation as they were seeing it.

Hurricane Harvey Pet Food Relief Drive Underway

By Shannon Hicks

Published: August 31, 2017 12:00 am

This story has been updated to reflect information received from Your Healthy Pet, extending the original Thursday deadline to Friday. Your Healthy Pet, the pet supply store at 61 Church Hill Roa...

Selectmen Hear Residents' Concerns, Issue Temporary LOF License

By Kendra Bobowick

Published: August 31, 2017 12:00 am

"The discussion in front of us is not about value or merits of the Leaps of Faith," said First Selectman Pat Llodra, during an August 17 Board of Selectmen's meeting. The three selectmen and other off...

Disabled Waterski Group And Neighbors At Odds

By Kendra Bobowick

Published: August 31, 2017 12:00 am

Finding themselves at odds this year are town officials, LOF Adaptive Skiers operations, and neighbors in the vicinity of those operations. The Sandy Hook-based LOF Founder Joel Zeisler has been runni...

Police Seeking Evading Vehicle

By Shannon Hicks

Published: August 31, 2017 12:00 am

Newtown Police Department is looking this morning for an older model white or silver Jeep Grand Cherokee whose driver reportedly evaded an officer during a motor vehicle stop. The vehicle, believed to...

T-Shirt Sales To Support Victims Of Hurricane Harvey

Published: August 31, 2017 12:00 am

John Celli and his wife of NewtownApparel.com are raising funds to support victims of Hurricane Harvey, which has devastated the mid-Gulf coast of Texas.newtownapparel.com/collections/houston-relief-2...

The Outreach By FONS Delivers During The Holidays

Fire Reports | December 30, 2025-January 7, 2026

Newtown Suicide Prevention Initiative Is Seeking New Members

Holiday Closings: Martin Luther King Jr Day

Police Reports | December 24-January 5, 2025.

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Democratic Women’s Caucus Endorses Moore

This is a bizarre and misleading letter to our Newtown Bee. There has not been a Democratic Women's Caucus in Newtown. If there is one now, it was recently (and quietly) formed. I had expressed interest. I wasn't invited. And it was apparently formed without the official knowledge of the Democratic Town Committee. Who are its members? And why is it endorsing Brandon Moore, especially at this stage of the election process? Is this the endorsement of an established body of active women democrats or is it the preference of the two letter signers? Nothing against Brandon Moore, but Michelle Ku is also running for Connecticut State Assembly District 106. Michelle Ku, who is well-known in Newtown for her years of dedicated public service, Michelle Ku who has been a long-time advocate for women's issues, Michelle Ku who should have been invited to be a founding member of this so-called Democratic Women's Caucus. This Women's Caucus may only speak for the two people who signed this letter. It certainly doesn't speak for me, a democratic woman in Newtown.

Democratic Women’s Caucus Endorses Moore

Mrs. Schull was an amazing teacher. She taught my son and daughter. For my son Ross she created a friendship bench for students to sit on while waiting at the front entrance. I will always remember her for that kindness.

Julie Maxwell Shull

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My darling, You were the best GRANDmother a child could ask for. You created so many great memories & traditions that I have passed down to your Great grandchildren. You brought joy into every room you stepped into. Your laughter, singing, whistling and the signature Rockettes high kicks, is something I will always hold in my heart. There was something about walking into your home and being greeted by your beautiful face. *kiss on each check* followed by HELLOOOOOO Darling! The classical music playing softly in the background and your love and comfort made your home, a safe space. Somewhere, where love knew no boundaries. It was so much more than a home. I aim for the same in my home, and play the classic music 24/7, but it will never be the same. I pray I can be 1/4 of GRAND, you put in GRANDmother. You were so resilient. You found the positive in every situation. I look up to you so much. I remember begging Mom and Dad for years to change my name to “Carmen”. They didn’t officially change my name, but eventually started calling me “Carmenita” as I am a little you. THE HONOR. You were there for me, no matter the day or hour. You were always the one who would talk me through whatever hard situation I was going through. When my baby passed away, I refused to talk to anyone for 3 weeks. Except for you. You said to me “Better days are coming, babes. There’s always a rainbow after the storm”. Of course, you were right, because you are GRAND. I picture you in heaven dancing and laughing with him. Uncle Jay playing the money game with him. To know you are with your children again & with mine does bring me some joy. Twas the night before Christmas & New Year’s Eve, will never be the same. Another tradition you created. A memory that will last forever. Not just with me, but for generations to come. It may not be the same, but we won’t let it die. It will live on, in your name. To be your first GRANDchild was a blessing. I could write an entire book about you & all the amazing things about you. Even though we were robbed of time together & it makes me angry, I know I will see you again. This isn’t a goodbye, but a “see you later”. Just like we ended every phone call. Ciao, darling. I love you. MWAH MWAH! Love your GRANDchild, Kimberly aka Carmenita

Carmen Accashian

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