Occupation: I work in the residence life department at Central Connecticut State University, as a residence hall director. I’m responsible for the residents’ well-being. Family: I live with my...

We are products of our choices. With Paul Rudnick’s I Hate Hamlet, The Town Players of Newtown tackles the question of art over fame and fortune for one young, contemplative TV star. In doing so, the ...

Tourgoers taking the well-attended 18th Annual House & Garden Tour of historical properties, which was held on Saturday, June 28, had an opportunity to visit ten sites, eight of which are on Main Stre...

Jeff Shwartz is a beekeeper, which entails much more than a sweet, amber-colored reward. “Believe it or not, I thought I wanted honey,” he said. Regarding the work he began in 2007, he said, “I though...

“A Glimpse Of The Garden” is a seasonal miniseries focusing on the heart of a gardener’s work — a special spot, an extraordinary plant, a place of respite, or a place that evokes a heartfelt memor...

Gusts of wind interrupted the sunny day, causing merchants and guests at the Farmers Market at Fairfield Hills to grab for tent posts. Temporarily knocked askew were the awnings casting shade over fre...

Paper may be the traditional gift for a first wedding anniversary, but for those involved with Hearts of Hope, something in ceramic may be even more appropriate. Barb Tarpey and her two daughters were...

June 30, 1989 The Board of Trustees of the Cyrenius H. Booth Library had hoped that a townwide survey conducted this spring would show them the way to give Newtown what it wanted in a library. Th...

I can think of no better way to begin this week’s column than by wishing a very Happy Birthday to Doris Dickinson, who celebrated the big 103 on June 26. “She is truly an amazing lady,” said friend Ca...