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Search Continues For Permanent Memorial Site
By Kyle Lyddy

Published: Sep 09, 2016 12:00 AM

To the Editor: At the September 8 meeting of the Sandy Hook Permanent Memorial Commission, it was unanimously voted to remove the Nunnawauk Road parcel of land from consideration to honor the victims ...

Fire Commission Should Take Care Of Its Own
By John Karlson

Published: Sep 09, 2016 12:00 AM

To the Editor:The Newtown Bee, online at www.newtownbee.com]. Okay, there is no argument that the Botsford Fire & Rescue did a stupid, bonehead thing by attaching a political placard to their fire/res...

Political Signs Ripped Off By Richard English

Published: Sep 07, 2016 12:00 AM

To the Editor: As Americans, we respect each other's freedom of opinions. On my quiet cul-de-sac, my neighbor expresses support for one presidential candidate, and I express support for another, using...

Registrar Of Voters Session Scheduled
By Lereine Frampton

Published: Sep 07, 2016 12:00 AM

To the Editor: Just a reminder that the Registrar of Voters Office will be holding an information and screening session on Tuesday, September 13, at 9 am, in the Council Chambers at the Newtown Munici...

A Grand Time By Dr Robert S. Grossman

Published: Sep 07, 2016 12:00 AM

To The Editor:The Bee, introducing me as the parade marshal. I would like to thank Beth Caldwell for my selection as Grand Marshal of the Labor Day Parade, and also for the wonderful parade. I am also...

Botsford Fire & Rescue Disappoints
By Robbin Allen

Published: Sep 06, 2016 12:00 AM

To the Editor: I was shocked, disappointed, and disgusted to see that the Botsford Fire & Rescue thought it remotely appropriate to use the Labor Day Parade and their fire trucks to stump for a presid...

Thank You For Parade Support

Updated: May 15, 2019 04:34 PM

To the Editor: Wow… what a day, what a parade, what a town! As we look back on our 55th annual Newtown Labor Day Parade, we reflect on our theme: There's No Place Like Home! A big thank you to our Gra...

Unrepresentative Survey, Unrepresentative Passions
By Virginia Hutch

Published: Sep 06, 2016 12:00 AM

To the Editor:The Newtown Bee as saying, "That community center referendum question asks voters to consider two issues - should the town build a community center with the two main features identified ...

A Location For Permanent 12/14 Memorial
By Gordon Duke

Published: Sep 06, 2016 12:00 AM

To the Editor:Editor's note: Newtown donates surplus fire equipment to Guatemala through Mr Duke's efforts. I have always felt that the permanent memorial paying tribute to the lives of the lost ones...

An Invitation To Commemorate 9/11
By Howard Lasher

Published: Sep 02, 2016 12:00 AM

To the Editor: On September 10, 2001, my friend Michael Pascuma, Jr, told me to pull out the black date book that I carried to note of all my commitments. He told me to add another to the list: August...

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Democratic Women’s Caucus Endorses Moore

This is a bizarre and misleading letter to our Newtown Bee. There has not been a Democratic Women's Caucus in Newtown. If there is one now, it was recently (and quietly) formed. I had expressed interest. I wasn't invited. And it was apparently formed without the official knowledge of the Democratic Town Committee. Who are its members? And why is it endorsing Brandon Moore, especially at this stage of the election process? Is this the endorsement of an established body of active women democrats or is it the preference of the two letter signers? Nothing against Brandon Moore, but Michelle Ku is also running for Connecticut State Assembly District 106. Michelle Ku, who is well-known in Newtown for her years of dedicated public service, Michelle Ku who has been a long-time advocate for women's issues, Michelle Ku who should have been invited to be a founding member of this so-called Democratic Women's Caucus. This Women's Caucus may only speak for the two people who signed this letter. It certainly doesn't speak for me, a democratic woman in Newtown.

Mrs. Schull was an amazing teacher. She taught my son and daughter. For my son Ross she created a friendship bench for students to sit on while waiting at the front entrance. I will always remember her for that kindness.

Julie Maxwell Shull

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My darling, You were the best GRANDmother a child could ask for. You created so many great memories & traditions that I have passed down to your Great grandchildren. You brought joy into every room you stepped into. Your laughter, singing, whistling and the signature Rockettes high kicks, is something I will always hold in my heart. There was something about walking into your home and being greeted by your beautiful face. *kiss on each check* followed by HELLOOOOOO Darling! The classical music playing softly in the background and your love and comfort made your home, a safe space. Somewhere, where love knew no boundaries. It was so much more than a home. I aim for the same in my home, and play the classic music 24/7, but it will never be the same. I pray I can be 1/4 of GRAND, you put in GRANDmother. You were so resilient. You found the positive in every situation. I look up to you so much. I remember begging Mom and Dad for years to change my name to “Carmen”. They didn’t officially change my name, but eventually started calling me “Carmenita” as I am a little you. THE HONOR. You were there for me, no matter the day or hour. You were always the one who would talk me through whatever hard situation I was going through. When my baby passed away, I refused to talk to anyone for 3 weeks. Except for you. You said to me “Better days are coming, babes. There’s always a rainbow after the storm”. Of course, you were right, because you are GRAND. I picture you in heaven dancing and laughing with him. Uncle Jay playing the money game with him. To know you are with your children again & with mine does bring me some joy. Twas the night before Christmas & New Year’s Eve, will never be the same. Another tradition you created. A memory that will last forever. Not just with me, but for generations to come. It may not be the same, but we won’t let it die. It will live on, in your name. To be your first GRANDchild was a blessing. I could write an entire book about you & all the amazing things about you. Even though we were robbed of time together & it makes me angry, I know I will see you again. This isn’t a goodbye, but a “see you later”. Just like we ended every phone call. Ciao, darling. I love you. MWAH MWAH! Love your GRANDchild, Kimberly aka Carmenita

Carmen Accashian

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Search Continues For Permanent Memorial Site By Kyle Lyddy

Fire Commission Should Take Care Of Its Own By John Karlson

Political Signs Ripped Off By Richard English

Registrar Of Voters Session Scheduled By Lereine Frampton

A Grand Time By Dr Robert S. Grossman

Botsford Fire & Rescue Disappoints By Robbin Allen

Thank You For Parade Support

Unrepresentative Survey, Unrepresentative Passions By Virginia Hutch

A Location For Permanent 12/14 Memorial By Gordon Duke

An Invitation To Commemorate 9/11 By Howard Lasher

Search Continues For Permanent Memorial Site
By Kyle Lyddy

Fire Commission Should Take Care Of Its Own
By John Karlson

Registrar Of Voters Session Scheduled
By Lereine Frampton

Botsford Fire & Rescue Disappoints
By Robbin Allen

Unrepresentative Survey, Unrepresentative Passions
By Virginia Hutch

A Location For Permanent 12/14 Memorial
By Gordon Duke

An Invitation To Commemorate 9/11
By Howard Lasher