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Community Center, Senior Center Receive P&Z Approval

By Andrew Gorosko

Published: July 28, 2017 12:00 am

Following discussion at a July 20 Planning and Zoning Commission (P&Z) public hearing, P&Z members unanimously approved construction of a building that will hold a community center and senior center a...

Troubled 12/14 Witness Wishing For A Forever Home In Newtown

By John Voket

Published: July 28, 2017 12:00 am

Editor's Note: The last name of this story's subject is being withheld by request. Months before the darkness of 12/14 descended on his already troubled world, a little boy named Christian was be...

P&Z Approves Turkey Ridge Residential Subdivision

By Andrew Gorosko

Published: July 28, 2017 12:00 am

Following discussion at July 20 public hearing, Planning and Zoning Commission (P&Z) members unanimously approved Turkey Ridge, a controversial planned 11-lot residential subdivision at a 28.5-acre si...

Jean St Jean Feted On Town/Borough Retirement

By Andrew Gorosko

Published: July 28, 2017 12:00 am

Midday on Friday, July 21, several dozen municipal employees, various local elected and appointed officials, plus friends and associates gathered at Newtown Municipal Center to honor Jean St Jean, who...

Hilario's Expansion Proposal Gains Wetlands Permit

By Andrew Gorosko

Published: July 28, 2017 12:00 am

Following 11 weeks of regulatory review, the Inland Wetlands Commission (IWC) this week approved a wetlands/watercourses protection permit for an industrial firm in Hawleyville that wants to expand it...

Riverside On Lake Zoar Association Revives Idyllic Lakeside Property

By Kendra Bobowick

Published: July 27, 2017 12:00 am

One neighborhood nestled on Lake Zoar's shores has taken back its small slice of riverside life, celebrated with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on July 16. The story began, however, while snow still clung ...

Pesky Brush Pile Fire Reignites Repeatedly

By Andrew Gorosko

Published: July 27, 2017 12:00 am

Local volunteer firefighters repeatedly responded to a pesky brush pile fire that kept reigniting for several days this week, as a result of spontaneous combustion occurring among the thousands of woo...

A Fund In Need: 'Original Newtown Fund' Seeking Coordinator, Donations, Public Help

By Shannon Hicks

Published: July 27, 2017 12:00 am

The Newtown Fund is "a small organization with a large mission." That's how Linda Bates described the nonprofit organization in a recent Newtown Bee letter to the editor. A participant with The Newtow...

Fire Reports | July 20-26, 2017

Published: July 27, 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, July 20: 1:13 pm, investigation, 51 ...

Police Reports | July 18-26, 2017

Published: July 27, 2017 12:00 am

Warrant Police report that on the morning of July 26, they arrested Luis Galindez, 47, of New Britain, on a warrant, charging him in connection with a May 8 incident that occurred at Walgreens Ph...

Town & Country Garden Club Launches Membership Drive

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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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