Connecticut’s State Public Health Laboratory has uncovered a flaw in one of the testing systems it uses to test for the virus that causes COVID-19 that has led to 90 of 144 people tested during June 15–July 17 receiving a false positive COVID test report.
The Friends of the C.H. Booth Library announced on July 14 that it will offer a limited assortment of children’s books, puzzles, games, and media at the Newtown Farmers Market on Tuesday, July 21, rain or shine.
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Seems like for all his education, Jim must slept through civics class when they were covering Federalism. Mitch holds state office, Michelle Ku serves in our municipal government, and the President, who is not on the ballot this cycle, heads the Executive Branch in Washington DC.
Also, Mitch was cross endorsed by the Independent Party in recognition of his bipartisan legislative success. Jim Gaston endorsed Ku’s opponent in the primary because “Newtown’s Democratic leaders trust Brandon Moore” (clever double entendre with his last name.)
Just the facts.
Jeff, look no further than our own first selectman. “Brews with Bruce” at the Senior Center is included with membership, but according to the Bee’s own reporting, everyone else must purchase a day pass to attend.
Apparently, paying taxes gets you a town government, but having a conversation with its leader requires an admission upgrade.
Unless, of course, the intent is to hear only from a preferred audience. A room full of agreeable voices may be comfortable, but a first selectman represents the entire town—including residents who might ask inconvenient questions. Public access should not come with a cover charge.
