Sept. 5 Update From Bethel First Selectman Carter

Slot Machines, Women, Mums, Cheerleaders, a Drum Circle and more Bethel news…

Statement from Rep. Raghib Allie-Brennan on the Proposed Vessel Technologies Development in Bethel

"If your housing policy depends on silencing local voices to succeed, it’s not good policy, it’s lazy policy…"

Aug. 29 Update From Bethel First Selectman Carter

Utility Bills Due, West Nile Virus, Repair Café, Kind Works Cornhole, Fall Volleyball Clinics & more news from Bethel, A Wealthy CT Suburb…

Construction Begins On Bethel’s Parloa Park Revitalization Project

Bethel begins long-awaited revitalization of Parloa Park, adding new play equipment, modern design and ADA-compliant access.

Aug. 22 Update From Bethel First Selectman Carter

School Buses, Energy Credits Expiring, Wildcat Basketball Car Wash, Yoga Among The Sculptures, Charter Revision and more Bethel news…

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

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

Aug. 15 Update From Bethel First Selectman Carter

8-30g on Nashville Road, Road Work, Hurricane Season, Meckauer Park Workday, Summer Concert Series and more Bethel News…

Aug. 8 Update From Bethel First Selectman Carter

West Nile Virus, Charter Revision, Road Work, P&Z Hearing, Greenwood Features, Youth Soccer and more Bethel news…

Aug. 1 Update From Bethel First Selectman Carter

Charter Revision, Volunteer Fire Departments, Road Work Downtown, National Night Out, Nicky Zooks and more Bethel news…

July 25 Update From Bethel First Selectman Carter

Charter Revision, Road Work Downtown, Car Tax Assessment, Beer Fest, 'Kind Works After Dark' and m ore Bethel news…

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

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

July 18 Update From Bethel First Selectman Carter

Bethel Beer Fest, Parloa Park renovation, Poet Laureate, Car Tax Assessment, Shop & Stroll, Golf Tournament and more Bethel news…

July 11 Update From Bethel First Selectman Carter

Affordable Housing, Tax Sale, Girls Lacrosse, Shop and Stroll, Town Picnics and more Bethel news…

July 4 Update From Bethel First Selectman Carter

Important P&Z Hearing, Road Closures, Job Opening, Summer Yoga, Police Car Show, Shop & Stroll and more Bethel news…

June 27 Update From Bethel First Selectman Carter

Car Taxes, Critical Summer Days, Firecracker 8k Road Race, Matilda Jr., Connect for Success, Lunch Lady Amanda and more Bethel news…

June 20 Update From Bethel First Selectman Carter

Extreme Heat, Drainage Issues, Danbury Rail Line Closure, Aquarion Water Sale, Food Truck Friday, Brotherhood in Action and more Bethel news

June 13 Update From Bethel First Selectman Carter

"The attendance tomorrow may be too large for PT Barnum Sq., so we have encouraged the organizers to move to the Town Hall lawn for safety…"

‘No Kings’ Protest Held Saturday in Bethel: What To Know

The No Kings rallies are anti-Trump protests being held nationwide, meant to coincide with a military parade in Washington.

June 6 Update From Bethel First Selectman Carter

Dr. Mike's 50th Anniversary, Smithland, P&Z Hearings, SCADA Referendum, Summer Youth Football, Food Truck Friday and more Bethel news…

State Budget Boosts Bethel Education Funding By Over $1 Million

Bethel to receive $1.1 million more in state aid as FY 2026 budget fixes longstanding education funding gaps.

May 30 Update From Bethel First Selectman Carter

Controversial Legislation, MAP Planning Forum, Dr. Mikes 50th Anniversary, Food Truck Fridays, All Sports Boosters Club and more Bethel news

'Unworkable Mandates': Allie-Brennan Votes Against Housing Bill

"I support expanding affordable housing and have consistently backed smart, inclusive development. But this bill goes too far, too fast…"

May 23 Update From Bethel First Selectman Carter

EV Chargers, Affordable Housing, Billing Error, SCADA Town Meeting, 'Islam and Judaism – The Basics', Tie-Dye Saturday and more Bethel news…

May 16 Update From Bethel First Selectman Carter

Memorial Day Parade, Bergstrom Well Project, Wildcat for a Day, Family Summer Kickoff, Pickleball, SCADA Project and more Bethel news…

Allie-Brennan Updates Sentencing Review In Domestic Violence Cases

"I called for this subcommittee in the wake of the murder of Emily Todd, a 25-year-old Bethel native who was shot and killed in 2018…"

Bethel News/Community Updates From The First Selectman

There is a lot going on in town and here are several updates from First Selectman Dan Carter.

May 2 Update From Bethel First Selectman Carter

Charter Revision, BHS Prom, Relay For Life, Cardiac Health Fair, Fishing Derby, Stormwater Management and more Bethel news…

April 25 Update From Bethel First Selectman Carter

Budget Passes, Earth Day, Charter Revision Public Hearing, Summer Gymnastics, Relay for Life, Fire Dept Open House, and more Bethel news…

Bethel Nets $9,600 From Nickel-Per-Nip Program To Support Cleanup

Bethel earned over $9,600 from nip bottle sales to fund local environmental efforts under Connecticut’s Nickel-Per-Nip program.

Bethel Heads To Polls Tuesday To Vote On $97.5M Budget

The municipal portion of the proposed budget is set at $39.1 million, while the BOE allocation totals approximately $58.4 million.

April 18 Update From Bethel First Selectman Carter

Tuesday's vote, Town Meeting, Charter Revision Public Hearing, street sweeper back in business, Earth Day 2025 and more Bethel news …

Rep. Foncello Visits UConn Extension Center In Bethel

State Rep. Martin Foncello recently toured the UConn Extension - Fairfield County Extension Center in Bethel’s Stony Hill neighborhood.

April 11 Update From Bethel First Selectman Carter

Brotherhood in Action Food Pantry, Fire Service College Fair, Eggs & Issues, Stations of The Cross Downtown and more Bethel news…

Allie-Brennan: 'The PURA Chair Vote Was A Wake-Up Call'

"The current system is broken… Ratepayers deserve better. They deserve transparency, oversight, and a seat at the table…"

April 4 Update From Bethel First Selectman Carter

Budget Referendum, Planning & Zoning Hearings, Climate Action Survey, Ability Beyond Gala, DAWS Adoption Event and more Bethel news…

Bethel Receives $8K Grant For Cemetery Maintenance

Bethel awarded $8,000 state grant to support upkeep of local cemeteries under Connecticut’s Neglected Cemetery Account Grant Program.

March 28 Update From Bethel First Selectman Carter

Annual Town Meeting, Tax Calculations, BHS Career Day, Annual Gardening Series, Art Fools, Broken Symmetry and more Bethel news…

March 21 Update From Bethel First Selectman Carter

Important Budget Information, Audit Presentation, Affordable Housing Hearings, Black Bears, Penguin Plunge and more Bethel news…

Bethel Household Hazardous Waste Collection Events Scheduled For 2025

The Housatonic Resources Recovery Authority has announced its schedule for the 2025 Household Hazardous Waste drop-off events.

March 14 Update From Bethel First Selectman Carter

Motor Vehicle Tax, Irish Flag Raising, Budget Hearing, Comedy Night, Debate Team Shines, and more Bethel news…