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To The Editor: Of the eight candidates running for Board of Finance this year, there is no one more experienced than Jim Gaston, and it is my pleasure to write in support of him. Jim has long been a household name in Newtown. He has been involved in ...

To The Editor: I am writing to offer my strong endorsement of Paul Lundquist for Newtown’s Board of Selectmen. We live in an increasingly polarized and divided time in our country. On the national level, political discussions can often feel overwhelm...

To The Editor: Thriving schools. Those words are atop the Newtown Bee’s homepage now in a campaign ad by Newtown Republicans. Thriving schools. That got me to thinking. How could Newtown Republicans say they support “thriving schools” when their five...

To The Editor: The Town Clerk’s Office should be a non-partisan public office, focused on service — not politics. In fact, I believe this position should be appointed based on qualifications, not elected through campaigns. Since it remains an elected...

To the Editor: Anyone who watched last week’s selectmen debate hoping to learn more about Bruce Walczak and his plans for Newtown must have left sorely disappointed. His website and his few public statements have provided little or no specifics, so t...

To The Editor: Don’t take your voting opportunity lightly — every vote counts, and every vote matters. Local elections, often decided by just a handful of ballots, are where your voice carries the most weight. By casting your vote, you help hold elec...

To The Editor: It is my honor to endorse Renee Weimann for Town Clerk in the upcoming municipal election on November 4. As a veteran, I’ve always appreciated Renee’s respectful and attentive manner when assisting our veterans. That’s just one example...

To The Editor: I’m Jim Gaston working to earn your votes for Re-Election to the Board of Finance. I served 4 years on the Board of Selectmen and 16 years as Chair/Vice-Chair of the Board of Finance. I also served 12 years as the Warden of the Borough...

To The Editor: I am writing to support Jim Gaston for re-election to the Newtown Board of Finance. Jim has served our town very well in many capacities and his experience is a critical need for our community. Jim has previously held leadership roles ...

To The Editor: I personally think it is great news for Newtown that Jim Gaston is running for reelection to the Board of Finance. Jim has served Newtown for many years and in many capacities as Chair and Vice Chair of the Board of Finance, as well as...