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To the Editor: Smarter Balance Assessment is a misnomer; especially if you are a junior in high school. Like the amazing plate spinners seen in the circus, many of our juniors balance heavy course loads, extracurricular activities, and jobs while det...

The Board of Education approved a budget statement that was passed on to both the Board of Finance and the public during a special meeting Monday, March 10. On March 4 meeting, the school board voted to have its Communication Subcommittee write a bud...

To the Editor: I have been wondering how many people are familiar with this term. And, for those who have heard it, who knows what it refers to? From Latin, it literally means “American Peace.” However, in the modern sense, it has come to indicate “t...

Thomas J. Ruddy, 58, died February 24, at his home in Newtown. He was born in La Chapelle-Saint-Mesmin, France, October 25, 1955, and was a resident of Newtown since 1957. He was a graduate of Newtown High School, Class of 1973. Mr Ruddy was the son ...

The Assessor’s Office will be accepting applications for the Elderly and Disabled Homeowners Programs through May 15. Applications are accepted at the Assessor’s Office, at Newtown Municipal Center, 3 Primrose Street, Monday through Friday between th...