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Updated: Jun 05, 2026 at 10:21 AM
**Editor's Note 6/5/26:** This editorial has been updated from the print version to note that Rob Blanchard is the Democratic pick for the 28th District State Senate seat and candidate Dave Rock has dropped out.
With the Democratic Caucus decidi...
Published: Jun 04, 2026 at 04:35 PM
To The Editor:
As a new resident of the town, I have found the local election and voting system to have a flaw. One that presents a hurdle that leads to low voter turnout and disconnection in the community. That flaw: Communication.
Newtown wants t...
Updated: Jun 04, 2026 at 04:36 PM
State Representatives Mitch Bolinsky and Martin Foncello, in cooperation with Newtown BSA Troop 270 and VFW Post 308, invite readers to retire their worn American flags ahead of Flag Day.
Flags will be respectfully folded and stored for their formal,...
Updated: Jun 04, 2026 at 05:04 PM
Multiple local organizations are collaborating to host a 250th Semiquincentennial Celebration.
All ages are invited to enjoy a free performance by The Al Fenton Big Band at Dickinson Town Park, 50 Elm Drive, on Friday, June 26, at 5:30 pm. The concer...
Published: Jun 04, 2026 at 12:40 PM
Lisa D. Bruno, 67, passed away on May 24, 2026, after a sudden but brief illness. She was surrounded by the love and devotion of her family and close friends.
Born in 1959, Lisa was the youngest of four siblings. Her parents were James W. Denton and ...
Updated: Jun 04, 2026 at 05:04 PM
Community members have taken it upon themselves to restore and rejuvenate the garden area outside Sandy Hook Elementary School (SHS).
The project began on May 9, when family, friends, or even people beyond the community were encouraged to lend a hel...
Published: Jun 04, 2026 at 07:00 AM
Newtown High School's girls' lacrosse team, the No 6 team in the bracket, dominated from start to finish in an 18-3 win over visiting and No 11 Bristol Eastern in the opening round of the Class L State Tournament on June 2.
Midfielder Natalie McLean ...
Updated: Jun 08, 2026 at 11:19 AM
Nighthawks compile 17 goals in win, get set to visit Cheshire for quarterfinal action.
Published: Jun 03, 2026 at 07:30 AM
The 2026 Sandy Hook LobsterFest will be presented this weekend.
Sandy Hook Volunteer Fire & Rescue Company will offer the event, one of its annual fundraisers, on Friday and Saturday, June 5-6.
Dinner will be served 5 to 9 pm on Friday, and 4 to 9 pm...
Published: Jun 03, 2026 at 07:00 AM
Juneteenth will fall this year on Friday, June 19.
Federal Reserve Banks and branches will be closed.
There will be no regular United States Postal Service mail delivery.
Town of Newtown offices will be open, as will C.H. Booth Library, Newtown Commu...