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With the failure of both the proposed 2026-27 municipal and school budgets at referendum on April 28, residents will again be faced with a decision on a now reduced budget bottom line from 6 am to 8 pm Tuesday, May 19. Voters denied the previous bud...

To The Editor: I am a Newtown homeowner, taxpayer, and registered voter. I am aware that the recent budget failed and a revised one is in the works. The Bee recently published a new budget as of May 5. I would like to know why the town budget has l...

To The Editor: I was disappointed to see criticism of Representative Mitch Bolinsky for voting against Connecticut’s proposed Glock ban. Whether someone supports or opposes gun control generally, this particular proposal deserves honest scrutiny. Con...

To The Editor: May 17 through 23 is National EMS week, a perfect time to recognize the amazing group of volunteers that make up Newtown Volunteer Ambulance Corps (NVAC). We have approximately 65 members who dedicate their time day in and day out, t...

To The Editor: I am writing to express my strong support for Michelle Ku. In my experience with local public service, a candidate's record speaks volumes, and Michelle's record is exemplary. Throughout challenging community discussions — whether re...

To The Editor: The 2026 Newtown Earth Day Festival was held on April 25th at our Middle School and despite the stormy weather it was a huge success. Once again, we were fortunate enough to be able to bring the event inside the school gymnasium, whic...

To The Editor: I’ve heard some in town try to argue that Brandon Moore does not really know Newtown. Not only is that untrue, but we are better than political mudslinging. Knowing a town is about actions. It's about whether you invest your time, en...

To The Editor: The recent failure of the proposed education budget should have served as a clear message from taxpayers and voters: spending levels are unsustainable, and meaningful reductions are expected before another proposal is brought forward....

To The Editor: Choice is a foundation to a good democracy, along with people stepping up and participating. It is great that this year we have two individuals that are very interested in running for State Representative of the 106th district on the ...

To The Editor: I write in support of Michelle Ku as the Democratic candidate for Newtown’s 106th District. It takes time to really get to know a town, and Michelle knows Newtown because she has served it in so many ways. In the sixteen years that M...