The December 8 Board of Finance meeting concluded with officials present picking up the conversation about the Board of Education’s non-lapsing account, which has been the subject of numerous recent discussions and a few differences of opinion among local officials and the town attorney.

Newtown was blanketed with nearly a foot of snow after the first winter storm of the season moved across the region Wednesday evening into Thursday morning.

There is plenty to read at newtownbee.com, but so much more information to be found in print.

IWC has approved a 15-home subdivision on Berkshire Road.

Health District Director Donna Culbert said she was relieved to see Connecticut begin administering its first minute fraction of COVID-19 vaccines this week, but when are some coming to Newtown?

Newtown Municipal Center and Newtown Community Center will both be closed due to today's snow.

Town officials Wednesday afternoon issued a reminder to remain vigilant about cold weather preparedness.

The state's program to protect the most vulnerable residents during cold weather will be activated within the hour. The Town of Newtown Public Works crew is ready for an approaching storm, according to its general supervisor.

Governor Lamont, The Commissioner of Insurance, and the Red Cross have issued winter storm warnings and safety information.

Superintendent of Schools Dr Lorrie Rodrigue released a letter to district parents and staff on December 15 re: return to school.