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School Board Thanks Employees Funded By SERV Grant

By Eliza Hallabeck

Published: May 13, 2016 12:00 AM

Staff members who have been working in the district through a Department of Education grant since 2013 were recognized by Superintendent of Schools Joseph V. Erardi, Jr, at the Board of Education's me...

Middle Gate Community Circle Focuses On Respect And Responsibility

By Eliza Hallabeck

Published: May 13, 2016 12:00 AM

Middle Gate Elementary School held a Community Circle assembly on Friday, April 22, to highlight the importance of respect and responsibility for students. Third grade teacher Claire DeSisto and speci...

Head O' Meadow Students Perform Spring Concert Assembly

By Eliza Hallabeck

Published: May 13, 2016 12:00 AM

Head O' Meadow Elementary School music teacher Cynthia Holberg led her fourth grade students in a concert assembly for the school during the day on Thursday, April 28. The fourth graders went on to si...

History Camp Offers Children A Blast From The Past

Published: May 10, 2016 12:00 AM

Newtown Historical Society is now accepting applications for its Annual Summer History Camp, taking place this coming summer the week of July 11-15. Offering children a range of interactive activities...

Two Coyotes Hosts Candlelight Dinner, Announces New Partnership, Raises Funds For Scholarships

Published: May 09, 2016 12:00 AM

Two Coyotes Wilderness School, a Newtown nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization, held its third annual Give Back to Nature Candlelight Dinner & Silent Auction on Friday, April 29, at Rock Ridge Country Club...

Condon Named Newtown Public Schools Paraeducator Of The Year

Published: May 09, 2016 12:00 AM

Lisa Condon has been named Newtown's Paraeducator of the Year. The Board of Education and Superintendent of Schools Joseph V. Erardi, Jr, announced Ms Condon earning the award on April 7. Ms Condon be...

NHS Students Asked To Submit Slogans For New Marching Band & Guard Truck

By Eliza Hallabeck

Published: May 09, 2016 12:00 AM

Newtown Prevention Council is seeking Newtown High School students to submit a slogan to be placed on the recently purchased NHS Marching Band and Guard truck.contest@trafficsafety.us. The slogan woul...

Author Peter H. Reynolds Visits Sandy Hook School

By Eliza Hallabeck

Published: May 09, 2016 12:00 AM

Author Peter H. Reynolds visited Sandy Hook Elementary School on Friday, April 22, and gave presentations for students.The Dot in September.Going Places.The Dot. In his bookstore, The Blue Bunny Books...

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Expresses Opposition To Proposed Assembly Ordinance

Dan was a real gentleman. I had the honor of knowing him for about 10 years from high school and into early adulthood. He was always upbeat and amiable. His love of golf was boundless. I remember him droning on about the type of wedge this or that professional golfer was playing at any given time. He loved to play also. Dan made the winning putt that clinched a championship for NHS men’s golf in 1984. It was a snaking, downhill putt that few people would have had the nerve or imagination to have holed at such a critical moment. It was magic!! You are a true gem, Dan. May your eternal reward be endless days of long, straight drives and the sound of difficult putts finding the bottom of the hole.

Daniel R. Baker

Congratulations John! This is quite a feat & shows a lot of perseverance, endurance, & commitment while becoming more healthy & having fun! The ultimate achievement! Wishing u a long healthy life!

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“Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof; or abridging the freedom of speech, or of the press; or the right of the people peaceably to assemble, and to petition the Government for a redress of grievances.” The 1st Amendment does NOT say "except when there's a budget problem, or when some people wish things would quiet down." There is no way a proposed ordinance can be construed as other than singling out RockthisDemocracy, and also no way the town does not get expensively buried in court should it be foolish enough to go down this path.

Assembly Ordinance?

The Editor suggest a meeting between the "Rock This Democracy " and the Police Commission. As a former Police Commissioner the Chief should have followed the chain of command and discussed this with the Police Commission. The Chief reports to the Elected Police Commission not our Republican First Selection. Can't help but feel this is Republican politics again making an issue out of a non issue.

I support Chief Kullgren’s request to explore permitting, and cost-sharing for large gatherings. The right to protest is a cornerstone of our democracy, and I fully support the constitutional right to free speech and assembly. However, where and how often these protests occur matters. Main Street is not just a symbol — it’s a vital artery for daily life in town. When events are held there monthly, and at increasing scale, they cause disruption to residents, businesses, and traffic. While the Rock This Democracy group may describe these protests as unique or urgent, the frequency — roughly once every two weeks this spring — suggests more of a recurring series than a singular, spontaneous moment of civic expression. This isn’t about silencing anyone. It’s about fairness, public safety, and fiscal responsibility. Every time a protest happens, our police department is forced to assign resources, often on overtime. That expense adds up quickly. If any group wants to use public space regularly, particularly in a way that impacts traffic and requires police presence, then it’s reasonable for the town to consider permitting and cost-sharing — just as we do for other organized events like races, festivals, or parades. Let’s protect everyone’s rights — including the right of the community to function smoothly and the right of taxpayers not to bear undue cost for repeated events. I trust the Council to consider a reasonable path forward that balances speech with responsibility.

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School Board Thanks Employees Funded By SERV Grant

Middle Gate Community Circle Focuses On Respect And Responsibility

Head O' Meadow Students Perform Spring Concert Assembly

History Camp Offers Children A Blast From The Past

Two Coyotes Hosts Candlelight Dinner, Announces New Partnership, Raises Funds For Scholarships

Condon Named Newtown Public Schools Paraeducator Of The Year

NHS Students Asked To Submit Slogans For New Marching Band & Guard Truck

Author Peter H. Reynolds Visits Sandy Hook School