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Nurture Our Habitats By Ann Astarita

By Newtown Bee

Published: Apr 12, 2016 12:00 AM

To the Editor: Many thanks to the speakers and participants who attended the CT Grasslands & Meadows Seminar on April 9 at the Cyrenius Booth Library. Sponsored by the Newtown Forest Association and t...

A Poem Of Thanks By Patricia Barkman

Published: Apr 12, 2016 12:00 AM

To The Editor: Thanks to Lisa Schwartz and Tracy Van Buskirk Twenty people each read a poem. They weren't risk adverse To risk a verse. Patricia Barkman 49 Taunton Lake Road, NewtownÃÂ ÃÂ ...

$519,000 Bond Premium Was Not A 'Windfall' By Herb Rosenthal

Published: Apr 08, 2016 12:00 AM

To the Editor: Contrary to the description in two Newtown Bee articles this week, the $519,000 bond premium that Newtown will receive from our recent $12 million bond sale is not a "windfall" and shou...

Bringing The Community Closer Together By Miranda Pacchiana

Updated: Apr 23, 2020 02:14 PM

To the Editor: I want to sincerely thank the Newtown Community Center Commission for their efforts in researching and designing a plan they believe will best serve the desires and future needs of our ...

Support For High Meadow Open Space Is Gratifying By Mary Gaudet-Wilson

Published: Apr 06, 2016 12:00 AM

To the Editor: A few thoughts about events past and present: In the spring and summer of 2013 two members of the Conservation Commission worked on a committee charged with developing the updated Fairf...

Love Runs Through...Rain! By Laura Nowacki and Jenn Burns

Published: Apr 06, 2016 12:00 AM

To the Editor: On behalf of the entire Sandy Hook 5k Organizing Committee, we wouldÃÂ like to extend a heartfelt thank you to everyone who came together for the Sandy Hook 5k and Kids Run on Ap...

A Place For Nature's Beauty By Joan Cominski

Published: Apr 05, 2016 12:00 AM

To the Editor: The mission statement of the Horticulture Club of Newtown organized in 1954, is "to promote interest in horticulture; to encourage and assist projects involving horticulture; to further...

A Delightful Performance By Mary Salley

Published: Apr 04, 2016 12:00 AM

To the Editor: I wish to extend my sincere appreciation to Newtown Middle School for inviting the residents of Masonicare at Newtown-Lockwood Lodge, and all the Newtown Seniors, to a delightful tea an...

Garden Club: Preserve The High Meadow As Open Space By Diane Baumer and Vicki Boccuzzi

Published: Apr 04, 2016 12:00 AM

To the Editor: For 60 years, members of the Garden Club of Newtown have come together for the common purpose of stimulating community interest in town beautification and to support conservation of our...

Voices In The Dark By Maureen Will

Published: Apr 04, 2016 12:00 AM

To the Editor: As the director of communications, I would like to publicly express my thanks to the dispatching staff at the Newtown Emergency Communications Center.ÃÂ The week of April 10th th...

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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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Nurture Our Habitats By Ann Astarita

A Poem Of Thanks By Patricia Barkman

$519,000 Bond Premium Was Not A 'Windfall' By Herb Rosenthal

Bringing The Community Closer Together By Miranda Pacchiana

Support For High Meadow Open Space Is Gratifying By Mary Gaudet-Wilson

Love Runs Through...Rain! By Laura Nowacki and Jenn Burns

A Place For Nature's Beauty By Joan Cominski

A Delightful Performance By Mary Salley

Garden Club: Preserve The High Meadow As Open Space By Diane Baumer and Vicki Boccuzzi

Voices In The Dark By Maureen Will