Grateful Gatherings are monthly meetings hosted in Newtown by Donna Vella. The gatherings use robust materials provided by Grateful Living. Gatherings provide community connection, invigorating reflec...
While the apex of the 2026 Semiquincentennial celebrations occurred ahead of and on July 4, local events to celebrate the 250th anniversary of this country’s founding continue.
Newtown Cultural Arts Commission and Flagpole Photographers Camera Club have joined together to present small snippets of what it was like to live in Newtown in 1776.
Seems like for all his education, Jim must slept through civics class when they were covering Federalism. Mitch holds state office, Michelle Ku serves in our municipal government, and the President, who is not on the ballot this cycle, heads the Executive Branch in Washington DC.
Also, Mitch was cross endorsed by the Independent Party in recognition of his bipartisan legislative success. Jim Gaston endorsed Ku’s opponent in the primary because “Newtown’s Democratic leaders trust Brandon Moore” (clever double entendre with his last name.)
Just the facts.
Jeff, look no further than our own first selectman. “Brews with Bruce” at the Senior Center is included with membership, but according to the Bee’s own reporting, everyone else must purchase a day pass to attend.
Apparently, paying taxes gets you a town government, but having a conversation with its leader requires an admission upgrade.
Unless, of course, the intent is to hear only from a preferred audience. A room full of agreeable voices may be comfortable, but a first selectman represents the entire town—including residents who might ask inconvenient questions. Public access should not come with a cover charge.
