Sandra Lynn Modzelewski Weiner, 63, of Brookfield, beloved wife of Keith Frances Weiner, died peacefully at her home November 7. Born in Danbury, she was the daughter of Ruth Nagle Modzelewski and the...
Gerald A. Chrusciel, 84, beloved husband of Alice Anderson Chrusciel since 1954, and United States Army veteran, of Newtown, died suddenly November 7. Born in Springfield, Mass., a son of the late Hel...
Anthony Persico, 90, a resident of Newtown/Sandy Hook, previously of Darien, died peacefully November 9, with family by his side. He was born April 25, 1924, to Italian immigrants Mary Russo and Arthu...
Lola (Asen) Eigen, 96, a longtime resident of Newtown, died November 8 at Masonicare at Newtown. She had been the loving wife of the late Herbert Eigen for 62 years. Born July 8, 1918, in Brooklyn, N....
Betty Ann (Keane) Ecsedy, 83, of Newtown, beloved wife of Robert Norman Ecsedy, died peacefully at her home, surrounded by her loving family and caregivers, November 7. Born in Bridgeport, she was the...
Kathleen M. (Striebe) Gillespy, 75, died November 1, in Southport. She was the beloved wife of 57 years to Joseph Gillespy. Born September 30, 1939, in Bridgeport, she was daughter of the lateMarie (G...
Marie M. (DeSalle) Baldino, affectionately known as “Dolly,” 83, of Monroe, beloved wife of the late Rocco F. Baldino, died peacefully in her home November 7, surrounded by her loving family. Born in ...
Antoinette Vernuccio, 93, a longtime resident of Bridgeport and 15-year resident of Sandy Hook, died November 5 at Masonicare at Newtown. She was the wife of the late Sam Vernuccio for 59 years. She w...
The voters certainly spoke — and I respect the outcome — but let’s not forget that a “majority” doesn’t mean everyone agreed. Many of us are deeply concerned about the rising cost of living here. Supporting schools and services is important, but so is ensuring that residents can afford to stay in the town they love.
We all want Newtown to be a great place to live, but lately, it’s starting to feel less like “Nicer in Newtown” and more like “More Expensive in Newtown.” That’s not sustainable, and it’s not a criticism of the town itself — it’s a call for responsible budgeting and long-term planning that doesn’t rely on tax increases year after year.
I hope future decisions will reflect not just the desire to maintain services, but also the need to ease the financial burden on residents.
I appreciate the passion behind this message, and I absolutely understand the desire to invest in our town. That said, I voted no — not because I don't care about Newtown, but because I do. Fiscal responsibility is not about ignoring problems, it’s about making sure we address them in a sustainable and transparent way.
It’s frustrating to feel like every year there’s a new “urgent” reason to raise taxes, with little serious effort to curb spending or prioritize needs. I worry this just sets the stage for another round of increases next year. That doesn't mean I’m against education, safety, or our town’s future — it means I believe in accountability and in asking tough questions about how our money is managed.
Voting no wasn't a rejection of Newtown — it was a call for more thoughtful, balanced leadership. I hope future conversations can include all perspectives, not just those willing to write a bigger check.
The voters spoke, loud and clear that they support our schools and municipal services. The majority vote was a mandate to keep delivering well rated education services and keep it" Nicer in Newtown."
Thank you LeReine, for speaking out about this. The list of public servants who are unfairly targeted for abuse just for doing their jobs has been growing. It is a testament to the power of propaganda that otherwise good and well-meaning people can get so emotional as to act out in this way.
