Your Newtown neighbor in real estate—here to help you move

Maura Gilson-O'Donnell, REALTOR®

Maura Gilson-O'Donnell is a licensed Connecticut REALTOR® with Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices New England Properties, serving buyers and sellers throughout Fairfield and Litchfield Counties, with a focus on Newtown, Redding, Southbury, Bethel, and Monroe, as well as the Heritage Village community. With deep local market knowledge and a strategic approach to pricing, marketing, and negotiation, Maura helps clients confidently navigate every step of the real estate process. Based in Newtown, Maura works closely with clients throughout these communities to help them find the right home, prepare listings for market, and navigate competitive offers. Looking for information about the local real estate market or buying and selling opportunities? Contact Maura by phone, email, or through her website. Not ready to make a move just yet? Download Maura’s Contact Card to connect when real estate questions arise. Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices New England Properties 107 Churchill Road, Suite GL Sandy Hook CT, 06482 Office: 203-426-8426 Cell: 203-887-1692 mauraodonnell@bhhsne.com https://mauraodonnell.bhhsneproperties.com

Fairfield County

Hayleigh Evans

Hartford Metropolitan Area

Newtown

Connecticut

Maura Gilson-O'Donnell is a licensed Connecticut REALTOR® with Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices New England Properties, serving buyers and sellers...

Fairfield County's trusted building partner

GxG Builders

With 20+ years of construction experience in Fairfield County, GxG Builders will make your residential build achievable and comprehendible. From design, to site development, to interior details, GxG Builders will be your building partner throughout your whole construction journey. We strive to build a better future for our community through honesty, commitment, and expertise. Generation by generation.

With 20+ years of construction experience in Fairfield County, GxG Builders will make your residential build achievable and comprehendible. From...

Reliable Help for Your Everyday Home Needs and Affordable

All Hands Company™

All Hands Company™ is a locally owned, family-operated service business dedicated to making everyday life easier for homeowners across Monroe, Trumbull, Stratford, and surrounding Fairfield County communities. We specialize in handling the routine tasks and home services that often get pushed aside due to busy schedules, physical limitations, or simply not having the time. Our services include garbage bin concierge, pet waste cleanup, driveway oil changes, hand car washes, garage clean-outs, general handyman services and more. Whether it’s helping a busy family stay on top of weekly chores or supporting seniors and disabled homeowners in maintaining their independence at home, our goal is to provide reliable, convenient, and respectful service you can count on. At All Hands Company™, we believe no task is too small when it makes a big difference in someone’s daily life. We take pride in showing up on time, doing the job right, and giving our customers back something valuable—their time, peace of mind, and a well-maintained home. Visit our website or our social media page on Facebook, Instagram and Nextdoor! Just search- All Hands Company

Monroe

All Hands Company™ is a locally owned, family-operated service business dedicated to making everyday life easier for homeowners across Monroe,...

Cooking up Self Care; Empowerment on a Plate

Cool Cookster, LLC

Functional Nutrition Counseling and Cooking Instruction. Functional nutrition addresses gaps often left in the traditional healthcare system by looking deeply at a person’s health history, symptoms, environment and lifestyle. This comprehensive approach helps uncover why the body is reacting the way it is and how targeted nutrition can support its natural processes.  Personalized guidance and practical cooking skills will help make sustainable changes.

Brookfield

Functional Nutrition Counseling and Cooking Instruction. Functional nutrition addresses gaps often left in the traditional healthcare system by...

Custom Storage Solutions for the Whole Home

California Closets

From walk-in closets and Murphy beds to kitchen pantries, entertainment centers, and home offices, our professional closet designers are experts in the art of home organization. California Closets is distinguished by a legacy of innovation, organizational expertise, quality craftsmanship, and design authority. Our teams of professional design consultants and installers are dedicated to providing an exceptional experience throughout the entire process of creating and installing organizational systems for the whole home. Serving Fairfield, New Haven, Middlesex and New London counties. We are excited to share that our Greenwich showroom is now open. This vibrant space merges creativity and innovation, showcasing a carefully curated environment that emphasizes our latest products and offers an immersive experience for our customers.

From walk-in closets and Murphy beds to kitchen pantries, entertainment centers, and home offices, our professional closet designers are experts in...

Dependable Heat & Reliable HVAC Service with Rural Fuels

Rural Fuels

Rural Fuels has been serving Connecticut families and businesses for over 75 years, delivering dependable home heating solutions with a personal, neighborly touch. We provide propane and Bioheat® home heating oil with flexible pricing plans so you’re never left in the cold. Our licensed technicians also install, maintain, and repair heating and cooling systems, including furnaces, boilers, heat pumps, and air conditioners. We offer a range of aboveground and underground tank solutions for homes and businesses and can perform oil to propane fuel conversions. Customers rely on Rural Fuels for transparent pricing, prompt service, and reliable equipment support. We combine decades of experience with a local, community-focused approach, ensuring your home stays comfortable year-round. Proudly serving Connecticut, we are your trusted partner for fuel delivery, heating, air conditioning, and HVAC solutions.

Rural Fuels has been serving Connecticut families and businesses for over 75 years, delivering dependable home heating solutions with a personal,...

Quality Childcare & Preschool for children 6 wks to 6 years

Honey Tree Preschool and Childcare

Offering a cozy, loving environment for children ages 6 weeks to 6 years, Honey Tree is committed to creating lasting memories and fostering a lifelong love of learning through meaningful relationships. “Relationships are the foundation for a love of learning and a lifetime of friendships,” says [Name], Owner/Director of Honey Tree Preschool and Childcare. “Our dedicated team prioritizes respect, caring, growth, enthusiasm, and support in every decision we make. By focusing on these values, we ensure a nurturing environment where children feel safe and inspired to learn.” Open year-round from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m., Honey Tree provides exceptional services that accommodate busy parents’ schedules. Each classroom is equipped with Watch Me Grow HD cameras, giving parents real-time access to observe their child’s activities throughout the day. Honey Tree also utilizes electronic daily reports, complete with pictures and videos, and two-way communication via the Procare App, enabling consistent engagement and updates for families. Recognized locally for its excellence, Honey Tree was voted Best Preschool in 2020 and is currently in the process of earning NAEYC accreditation to further uphold the highest standards in early childhood education. Committed to making childcare as accessible and convenient as possible, Honey Tree offers an easy autopay system for tuition and is currently extending a special $1000 tuition credit to new full-time families after one month of on-time payment. With an open floor plan designed to encourage interaction and exploration, parents can be confident that their child is in a secure, enriching environment that promotes growth and development. Beyond the classroom, Honey Tree fosters connections through special programs like a community-wide book club for parents and an intergenerational partnership with Spring Meadows, where preschool and pre-K children visit “grandmas and grandpas” monthly to build cherished memories. Call Today!

Offering a cozy, loving environment for children ages 6 weeks to 6 years, Honey Tree is committed to creating lasting memories and fostering a...

MONROE, CT — A Bridgewater resident bought a winning lottery ticket, in Monroe. On Friday, an unidentified Bridgewater resident purchased a winning lottery ticket at the Shell station located at 536 Monroe Turnpike. The lucky winner played $1,000,000 Extreme Cash, which paid out $300,000.

MONROE, CT — A Bridgewater resident bought a winning lottery ticket, in Monroe.

On Friday, an unidentified Bridgewater resident purchased a winning lottery ticket at the Shell station located at 536 Monroe Turnpike. The lucky winner played $1,000,000 Extreme Cash, which paid out $300,000.

Big Score: Monroe Business Sold 6-Figure Ticket...

This is the latest area winner, according to the Connecticut State Lottery.

Big Score: Monroe Business Sold 6-Figure Ticket In State Lottery

Community Corner

RJ Scofield

Trumbull

Shelton-Derby

New Haven County

Jay Kenney

Oxford

Weston-Redding-Easton

Bethel

Southbury

Vincent Salzo

Stratford

Alfred Branch

Bridgeport

Orange

Estate Sale - Greenwich This lovely home is filled with many great finds.
Furniture, Beds, Vintage East Lake Pieces, Artwork, Vintage Animal Decanters, Outdoor Furniture, Planters, Outdoor Garden Items, Jewelry, Clothing, Home Decor, Kitchen Items, Tools, books, Chandeliers, Vintage Pottery and more.
Friday - Sunday May 15 - 17 97 Riverside Avenue, Greenwich 9am - 1pm

Local Event: Estate Sale - Greenwich

Greenwich

Estate Sale - Greenwich

Estate Sale - Greenwich                                     This lovely home is filled with many great finds.
Furniture, Beds,...

Westport Studio

Join us for an exciting afternoon to try&nbsp; our brand new classes! Families can participate in demo sessions including Kid's Fitness &amp; Karate &nbsp;Story Time &amp; Yoga, and a Music Together class. Door prizes and a raffle for a free semester of classes !&nbsp; Questions ?&nbsp; Text us at (475)&nbsp;272-1155

Local Event: Open House

Stamford

Open House

Join us for an exciting afternoon to try  our brand new classes! Families can participate in demo sessions including Kid's...

Rockwell Dance Center, 18 Lindeman Drive, Trumbull, CT 06611

Rockwell Dance Center invites you to AUDITION for their Modern Company and Scholarships on Sunday, May 17th, 11am - 2pm.&nbsp; Audition Fee of $10 - Pre Registration is required.&nbsp; This audition will be adjudicated by an outside professional.&nbsp; Ages 10 and Up - For more information call 203-502-8315.<figure><img src="https://cdn20.patchcdn.com/users/25906283/20260407/031606/26-modern-co-audition___07151605448.jpg" id="26_MODERN_CO_AUDITION.jpg" data-image="26_MODERN_CO_AUDITION.jpg"></figure>

Local Event: MODERN DANCE COMPANY & SCHOLARSHIP AUDITIONS - Join us for a great dance experience!

MODERN DANCE COMPANY & SCHOLARSHIP AUDITIONS -...

Rockwell Dance Center invites you to AUDITION for their Modern Company and Scholarships on Sunday, May 17th, 11am - 2pm. ...

MODERN DANCE COMPANY & SCHOLARSHIP AUDITIONS - Join us for a great dance experience!

Trinity Episcopal Church

Trinity Episcopal Church invites you to an afternoon of classical music featuring pianist Alan Murchie and student musicians:Mindy Zhao, violin Thomas Tarutin, viola Talya Hadari, cello Jack Purdue, tenor 
Selections will include: BEETHOVEN Violin Sonata in G Major, Opus 30 #3 ︎Allegro assai ︎Tempo di minuetto, ma molto moderato e grazioso, ︎Allegro vivace
MENDELSSOHN Four Songs
SCHUMANN Piano Quartet in E-flat Opus 47 Sostenuto assai – Allegro ma non troppo Scherzo: Molto vivace – Trio I – Trio II Andante cantabile Finale: Vivace Suggested donation of $10 to support Trinity's music ministry.

Local Event: Blue Door Concert: Classical Music Selections

Blue Door Concert: Classical Music Selections

Trinity Episcopal Church  invites you to an afternoon of classical music featuring pianist Alan Murchie and student...

🌱 Patch AM: Monroe Approves Expanded Tax Relief...

And on the Monroe Patch calendar - Estate Sale - Greenwich

🌱 Patch AM: Monroe Approves Expanded Tax Relief For Elderly, Disabled Residents

Danbury

1989 Danbury Cold Case Kidnapping Headed Toward...

A man accused in decades-old kidnappings was arrested after investigators reopened the case using DNA evidence, authorities said.

1989 Danbury Cold Case Kidnapping Headed Toward Trial

Crime & Safety

Monroe Approves Expanded Tax Relief For Elderly...

Town officials approved increases to local tax relief benefits following a public hearing and council debate Monday night.

Monroe Approves Expanded Tax Relief For Elderly, Disabled Residents

Politics & Government

🌱 Patch AM: New Business Proposed For Prominent...

Also, don’t miss Office Furniture & Business Equipment Online Auction - LIVE NOW - Starts Closing 5/14 at 8:05 pm on the Monroe Patch…

🌱 Patch AM: New Business Proposed For Prominent Site In Monroe

New Business Proposed For Prominent Site In Monroe

The proposal would convert the vacant building into a new use. 

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Community Corner

Big Score: Monroe Business Sold 6-Figure Ticket In State Lottery

This is the latest area winner, according to the Connecticut State Lottery.

Rich Kirby, Patch Staff

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Open House

MODERN DANCE COMPANY & SCHOLARSHIP AUDITIONS - Join us for a great dance experience!

Blue Door Concert: Classical Music Selections

GxG Builders

All Hands Company™

Maura Gilson-O'Donnell, REALTOR®

Cool Cookster, LLC

California Closets

Rural Fuels

Honey Tree Preschool and Childcare

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National Edition

Big Score: Monroe Business Sold 6-Figure Ticket In State Lottery

This is the latest area winner, according to the Connecticut State Lottery.

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