News

Former Member Returns To Police Commission

By Andrew Gorosko

Published: Aug 09, 2016 12:00 AM

The Police Commission has welcomed back a former member to again serve on the agency in view of a vacancy created by a member's recent untimely death. Police Commission Chairman Joel Faxon said August...

Treadwell Park Pool To Reopen This Morning

By Shannon Hicks

Published: Aug 09, 2016 12:00 AM

Following a brief closure, the pool at Treadwell Park is expected to be open for regular hours of operation today.had announced the temporary closure on Monday, August 8, due to an issue with electric...

Most Successful Crutch Drive To Date

Published: Aug 09, 2016 12:00 AM

Jeremy Perillo, an Eagle Scout with Newtown Boy Scout Troop 42, recently completed his fourth annual Crutches 4 Kids Crutch Drive. Over the past three years his crutch drives have given the gift of mo...

Local War Hero Enlists Congresswoman To Secure Rightful Benefits

By John Voket

Published: Aug 08, 2016 12:00 AM

Friendly fire is a rare but tragic occurrence during wartime. But a Newtown Desert Storm war hero never expected to face the bureaucratic equivalent when he tried to gather paperwork to complete benef...

Treadwell Park Pool Closed Until Further Notice

Published: Aug 08, 2016 12:00 AM

Due to a loss of power at Treadwell Park this afternoon, the town pool has been closed until further notice. Newtown Parks & Recreation made the announcement shortly after 4 pm Monday, August 8.

Fire Reports | July 28-August 3, 2016

Published: Aug 05, 2016 12:00 AM

The radio dispatchers at the Newtown Emergency Communications Center at Town Hall South, 3 Main Street, report the following fire calls and the responders:Thursday, July 28: 9:51 am, public service, 3...

Hook & Ladder Firehouse Nearing Completion

By Andrew Gorosko

Published: Aug 05, 2016 12:00 AM

It has been a very long time coming, but Newtown Hook & Ladder, the volunteer fire company that serves the central fire district including the Borough, soon expects to occupy its new Colonial-style fi...

Police Reports | July 28-August 3, 2016

Published: Aug 05, 2016 12:00 AM

Probation Violation On Church Hill Road, near its intersection with Queen Street, at about 1:27 pm on July 28, police spotted Paul Sarnik, 51, of 5 Bungalow Terrace, for whom they held a warrant,...

Public Informational Meeting Scheduled For Local Road Work

Published: Aug 05, 2016 12:00 AM

Newtown State Representative Mitch Bolinsky on Friday, August 5, passed along information from the Connecticut Department of Transportation, regarding a public informational meeting on proposed inters...

Newtown Police Commission Reviewing Two Ongoing Traffic Issues

By Andrew Gorosko

Published: Aug 05, 2016 12:00 AM

Police Commission members this week again considered two traffic issues that have been under continuing review: the accident hazards posed by the five-legged Main Street flagpole intersection, and pub...

Resident To Celebrate Publication Of New Poetry Collection

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

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

Copyright ©2025 The Newtown Bee / All rights reserved