Bethel Voters Approve Purchase Of 108 Acres For Open Space

The property could connect two existing preserves and help create a network of roughly 20 miles of trails.

Bethel's 108-Acre Land Purchase Goes To Voters: What To Know

The referendum will determine whether the town moves forward with the proposed Codfish Hill Road acquisition.

Bethel's Proposed 108-Acre Land Purchase Heads To Referendum

The property could preserve a large tract of open space and help create an interconnected network of about 20 miles of trails.

Bethel To Vote On Purchase Of 108-Acre Property

The proposed purchase would preserve 108 acres for open space and offer new opportunities for hiking, biking and other outdoor recreation.

CT Primary 2026: What Bethel Voters Need To Know

Bethel voters will head to the polls Tuesday for Connecticut’s 2026 primary. Here are the key races, polling locations and hours to know.

Bethel Set To Receive Nearly $500K In New State Funding Under Budget Plan

The funding increase is part of the newly approved state budget aimed at easing pressure on local taxes and school costs.

Bethel OKs $102.6M Budget With Tax Increase After Close Vote

The town and school spending plans passed, with voters also weighing in on whether the budget was too high.

Fairfield Democrat Launches State Senate Bid Covering Bethel

The candidate said he is running to address rising costs affecting families across the district.

Bethel-Area Lawmaker Pushes To Expand Fertility Coverage Access

The proposal would update how infertility is defined, potentially widening access to insurance-covered treatment.

Bethel Lawmaker Co-Sponsors Bill Allowing Towns To Ban Pet Shop Sales

Rep. Raghib Allie-Brennan backs bill to let municipalities prohibit certain pet sales; hearing set Friday.

Bethel Lawmaker Advances Bill To Improve Domestic Violence Case Tracking In Connecticut

Rep. Raghib Allie-Brennan advances bill to standardize domestic violence case tracking across Connecticut agencies.

Bethel Rep. Allie-Brennan Condemns Removal Of Pride Flag From Stonewall National Monument

Bethel state Rep. Raghib Allie-Brennan criticizes removal of the Pride flag from Stonewall National Monument, citing its history.

Bethel's Employment Data Released, Here's What The Numbers Reveal

December's employment data numbers have just dropped for Bethel via the Connecticut Department of Labor.

Jan. 23 Update From Bethel First Selectman Carter

Snowstorm, Towstorm, Food Scrap Smart Bins, Winter Guard Bottle Drive, Chamber Legislative Breakfast and more Bethel news…

Jan. 16 Update From Bethel First Selectman Carter

Superintendent Search, Wildcats Basketball, Parking Ban, Revenue Forecast, Sculpture Exhibition, Cannabis Education and more Bethel news…

Jan. 2 Update From Bethel First Selectman Carter

Parking Ban, Iconic Businesses Change Owners, NJROTC Tree Pickup, Frozen Jr the Musical, Kindergarten Registration and more Bethel news…

Dec. 26 Update From Bethel First Selectman Carter

Parking Restrictions for Snow, Eversource Winter Rate Change, Wildcat Wrestling, 2026-2027 Budget, NJROTC Tree Pickup and more Bethel News …

Dec. 19 Update From Bethel First Selectman Carter

Town Planner Needed, Transfer Station Fee Increase, Flu Shots, Drum Circle, Business Spotlight, Town Hall Renovations and more Bethel news…

Dec. 12 Update From Bethel First Selectman Carter

Pancakes, Cheesecakes, Holiday Party, Santa Con, Flex Lane, Fresh Start Job Fair, Tree Pickup, Blue Christmas Services and more Bethel News…

Dec. 5 Update From Bethel First Selectman Carter

Cookies, Classics, Carols, Crafts, Big Bands, Bills and more Bethel News

Nov. 28 Update From Bethel First Selectman Carter

Affordable Housing, Speeding, Hills Sisters Toy Drive, Christmas Fair, Coats for Kids and more Bethel news…

Nov. 21 Update From Bethel First Selectman Carter

Affordable Housing, Winterfest 2025, Aquarion Sale, P&Z Hearings, "Beauty and the Beast," Turkey Washing and more Bethel news…

Nov. 14 Update From Bethel First Selectman Carter

2025 Municipal Election, State Champion Marching Wildcats, Utility Bills, Winter Weather Prep, Turkey Bingo and more Bethel news…

Allie-Brennan: 'We Can't Build Trust By Sidelining Towns'

"Connecticut needs more housing, but we can’t build it by sidelining the very people and towns that are doing the work on the ground…"

Nov. 7 Update From Bethel First Selectman Carter

2025 Municipal Election, Andrews Park Sidewalk, Senior Center Holiday Shoppe, Winter Guard Clothing Drive and more Bethel news…

Bethel Election Results 2025: Vote Totals For Every Race

Here are the vote totals for every candidate that ran in the Bethel local elections on Tuesday, Nov. 4.

Bethel Election Results 2025: Projected Winner Revealed In First Selectman Race

Bethel residents cast their ballots for several key local races on Election Day. Here are the latest results.

Bethel Election 2025 Voter Guide: Meet The Candidates

Here's what you need to know regarding the Bethel municipal election including the candidates, polling places, voting hours, and more.

Oct. 31 Update From Bethel First Selectman Carter

SNAP, Composting $, Folds of Honor 5K, Downtown Sidewalk Repairs, Table Talk, St. Mary School Pie Sale and more Bethel news…

Bethel Awarded State Funding For New Composting System To Boost Waste Diversion Efforts

Bethel will build a new composting system under a $1.5M regional grant from Connecticut’s Sustainable Materials Management Program.

Oct. 24 Update From Bethel First Selectman Carter

2025 Municipal Election, Downtown Sidewalk Repairs, Leaf Collection, Pinkleball, Town Hall Trick or Treat and more Bethel News…

Bethel Receives Nearly $10K In Latest ‘Nickel-Per-Nip’ Environmental Distribution

Bethel earned nearly $10K through Connecticut’s Nickel-Per-Nip program, which funds local environmental projects.

Oct. 17 Update From Bethel First Selectman Carter

Speeding, Trick or Treat Street, Undefeated Girls Soccer, School Street Paving, Downtown Sidewalk Repairs and more Bethel news…

Bethel Election 2025 Voter Guide: Candidates, Polling Places

Here's what you need to know regarding the Bethel municipal election, including the candidates, polling places, voting hours, and more.

Oct. 10 Update From Bethel First Selectman Carter

Public Use of PT Barnum Square, Childcare Needs Assessment, P&Z Public Hearing, Wakesurfing Trick or Treat and more Bethel News…

Oct. 3 Update From Bethel First Selectman Carter

Homecoming Weekend, Public Use of PT Barnum Square, CEE SafeWalk, Speed Sign Replacement, Pavilion Day and more Bethel news…

Sept. 26 Update From Bethel First Selectman Carter

Teen Center, Wildcats Homecoming, Free Flu Shots, Water Stress and more Bethel news…

Here's How Bethel's Unemployment Numbers Have Changed, New Data Released

New employment data numbers have just dropped for Bethel via the Connecticut Department of Labor.

Sept. 19 Update From Bethel First Selectman Carter

Spotted Lanternflies, Bark In the Park, Food Scrap Program, Teen Center Pizza & Ice Cream, EV Chargers, Yoga and more Bethel news…

Sept. 12 Update From Bethel First Selectman Carter

Field Hockey, Chicken Parm, Fall Gardening Social, Car Wash, SafeWalk, 8-30g Development and more Bethel news…

Public Safety and Enhancing Our Quality of Life

By State Senator Tony Hwang

Gaslighting and the Search for Truth in Our Political Discourse

As we approach final days of the Presidential, federal, and state elections, our political landscape is increasingly plagued by gaslighting

Power Surge: Senator Tony Hwang Tackling Skyrocketing Utilities Costs

Skyrocketing utility costs are placing an unbearable strain on Connecticut families, seniors, and small businesses.