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Candidates Confirmed, Residents Sought For Bee Political Forum

Published: Sep 19, 2016 12:00 AM

The Newtown Bee has confirmed the incumbents and challengers participating the newspaper's free annual Candidates Forum, which will be conducted Tuesday, October 18, from 7:30 to 9 pm, on stage at...

FirstLight Announces Schedule For Lake Drawdowns

Published: Sep 18, 2016 12:00 AM

FirstLight Hydro Generating Company, which operates the electric power stations along the Housatonic River, has announced the schedule for its planned drawdowns of Lake Zoar, Lake Lillinonah, and Cand...

Rosenthal: Plaintiffs, State Officials Analyzing Sweeping CCJEF Decision

By John Voket

Published: Sep 16, 2016 12:00 AM

This storyÃÂ was compiled from Connecticut Mirror reports with contributions from The Newtown Bee Associate Editor John Voket. Shortly after the story went to press in the print ...

Open Space Forest Management Proposal Submitted

By Andrew Gorosko

Published: Sep 16, 2016 12:00 AM

The Conservation Commission has submitted for Inland Wetlands Commission (IWC) review a forest management plan covering two adjoining town-owned open space parcels comprising an overall 42.5 acres nea...

Fire Reports | September 8-14, 2016

Published: Sep 16, 2016 12:00 AM

The radio dispatchers at Newtown Emergency Communications Center at Town Hall South, 3 Main Street, report the following fire calls and the responders: Thursday, September 8: 9:53 am, wires down, ...

Police Reports | September 2-13, 2016

Published: Sep 16, 2016 12:00 AM

Restricted Turn On September 2 at about 11:48 am, Newtown Police responded to a call for assistance at the intersection of Hanover and Schoolhouse Hill Roads. Upon arrival, officers found that a ...

Finance Board Reviews School District Capital Plan

By John Voket

Published: Sep 16, 2016 12:00 AM

The Board of Finance hosted local school officials and members of the Board of Education September 12 for a review of the district's five-year Capital Improvement Plan (CIP). The district's CIP along ...

State Attorney General Opts To Appeal CCJEF Decision

By John Voket

Published: Sep 16, 2016 12:00 AM

On September 15, Attorney General George Jepsen issued the following statement to announce that the state will seek a direct appeal to the Connecticut Supreme Court of the ruling issued by the Superio...

Iroquois Gas Line Maintenance Planned For Saturday

Published: Sep 15, 2016 12:00 AM

The Iroquois Gas Transmission System is warning residents that they should expect to hear loud pipeline noise and also smell the odor of gas on Saturday, September 17, when the natural gas company per...

9/11 Remembered At Intimate Annual Gathering In Dodgingtown

By John Voket

Published: Sep 15, 2016 12:00 AM

While thousands flocked to key sites in lower Manhattan, at the Pentagon, in Shanksville, Penn., and across the nation to events remembering the attacks of September 11, 2001, an intimate annual gathe...

Dems Talk Town Topics During Senior Center Lunch & Learn

Edmond Town Hall Launches Taylorville Concert Contest With Sweet Local Prizes

The Way We Were

Cindi Broughton

‘Timeless Newtown’ Series ‘Ageism Unmasked’ Book Talks Underway; One Speaker Change Announced

Congratulations on your nomination. In your announcement, you mentioned that Newtown faces real pressures, including “traffic patterns that make everyday life more stressful.” One growing concern for many residents and business owners is the repeated traffic disruption on Main Street caused by large-scale protests and rallies at the flagpole — held without a unified permitting process. Given that Main Street is a state road with a history of serious traffic and pedestrian safety issues, how would you, as First Selectman, approach the impact of these gatherings on traffic flow, public safety, and local businesses? I ask this with sincere interest in understanding how your commitment to “thoughtful planning” and “unity of action” would apply to this very real and recurring issue.

Democrats To Run Walczak For First Selectman

I appreciate Ryan’s thoughtful and grounded perspective on the need for a consistent, transparent, and lawful permitting process for large public events in Newtown. His approach reflects common sense within the framework of the law, balancing public safety, free expression, and fiscal responsibility—exactly what we should expect from our elected officials. In contrast, I was struck by Bruce Walczak’s comment suggesting that informal and "extensive discussion" are the preferred solutions to complex public issues. While there is certainly value in dialogue, the idea that decision-making should replace the thoughtful legislative process is troubling—especially coming from someone running for First Selectman.

Says ‘No’ Vote Sidestepped Due Diligence

I am grateful to The Democratic Town committee. I can vouch for the careful consideration they took in selecting our candidates. I appreciate their confidence in my managing skills to address the many issue facing Newtown. Ill be conducting listening tours over the next few months to gain a deeper understanding of my Newtown neighbors concerns and will be ready to address then day one.

Democrats To Run Walczak For First Selectman

There has been a rash of dog attacks, at least three that I know about on the sidewalks in town. Owners of pets need to be more attentive and respectful of their neighbors. Aggressive dogs need to be watched carefully to protect all. This is a serious issue and should be addresses not swept under a rug.

We Need A First Selectman Who Cares

I attended the meeting, and the results were reached after extensive discussion. Thats why its important to attend these high profile meeting, you see the facts yourself, As Alex, in the following letter, said the solution is not always more rules and legislation. Speaking to each other often solves issue a lot quicker with more flexibility.

Says ‘No’ Vote Sidestepped Due Diligence

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