The public has two opportunities this weekend to purchase raffle tickets for Botsford Summer Bash. These are in addition to a growing number of locations hosting ongoing sales ahead of the August 23 fundraiser.
Sherman Artists Association is presenting “August Light 2025” in Kent Art Association gallery through August 30 and one Newtown artist has work included in the exhibition.
Tickets are on sale and now the cast is official for the next production by Town Players of Newtown. The local theater company is also looking further into the future, issuing a call for directors for 2026.
On Wednesday, August 13, Hearts of Hope will host its next Paint with a Purpose event at NewSylum Brewing Co. Participants will paint inspirational ceramic hearts in a group setting, accompanied by pe...
Edmond Town Hall is turning up the volume this summer with a Taylorville Concert Ticket Giveaway to celebrate the upcoming Taylorville performance on August 21.
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.
