Newtown's Hideaway

A new cafe set on Route 25 serves up frozen lattes and smoothies in a fun environment

Get Out: Books, Concerts, Acting, Bingo, Movies

Activities for the week of July 7 - 13

Get Out: Job Fair, Art, Beatlemania, Fireworks, Free Concert

Activities for the week of June 30 - July 6

Frugal Family: Books, Buy 1/Get 2 Free, Eggs, Soda, Movie

Deals for the week of July 6 - 12

Frugal Family: Paint, Pepsi, Wine, Corn, Movie

Deals for the week of June 29 - July 5

Bites Nearby: For Pete's Sake Deli

Sandwiches are the specialty at this reliable Bethel deli.

Six Newer or Renovated Homes Sell in Newtown

Most homes sold at or close to their asking prices.

Get Out: Art, Ice Cream, Prime Rib, Movie, Carnival

Activities for the week of June 23 - 29

Bites Nearby: Bangkok

A taste of Thailand in Danbury

Frugal Family: Mulch, Martinis, Steak, Equestrian Gear

Deals for the week of June 22 - 28

Newtown Webster Bank Among 6 Branches to Close

Webster Bank announces that the branch on Church Hill Road will close on Oct. 7, 2011.

Four Homes, Two in Upper Range, Sold Last Week

Three were in the northern part of town.

Bites Nearby: Rich Farm Ice Cream Shop

Summer on a cone in Oxford

Frugal Family: Dinner, Crabs, Gift Card, Toothpaste

Deals for the week of June 15 - 21

Stop & Shop, Shell Give Gas Discounts to Consumers

A new gas rewards program has proven popular with residents.

Strawberries Are in Season, Farmers Market to Open

The Connecticut Department of Agriculture says strawberries are in season just as farmers markets will open throughout the state.

Popular Deer Repellent Also Promotes Plant Growth

A Newtown man creates a product in his basement that has become one of the most popular deer repellants in the industry.

Home Sales Continue at Moderate Pace

Five homes sold in Newtown last week.

AFS Has Hi-Tech Plans for Site

Advanced Fusion System has many plans for its hi-tech manufacturing facility at 10 Edmond Road.

Frugal Family: Manicure, Rabies Vaccination, Pool, Beer, Batteries

Deals for the week of June 8 - 14

Get Out: Books, Lobster, Tag Sale, Gardens, Horses

Activities for the week of June 9 - 15

Bites Nearby: Village Pizzeria

Pizza and grinders are served at this local favorite in Bethel.

Marathon Training Program Comes to Area

Newtown resident Danielle Feltman is a pro at marathons.

Two Trios of Open Houses on Newtown Tour Sunday

See three vintage styles and three new homes this weekend.

Viewfinder: Hawleyville Plaza Businesses

Meet the owners and workers based out of the the Hawleyville plaza on Barnabas Road.

Homes Sell Across the Price Spectrum Last Week

Newtown home sale prices ranged from $250,000 to $1,200,000.

Get Out: Farmers Market, Classic Cars, Walks, Ice Cream

Activities for the Week of June 2 - 8

Bites Nearby: Rickyl's

This little luncheonette offers friendly service with classic breakfast and lunch fare.

Frugal Family: Plants, Makeup, Salad, Flip Flops

Deals for the week of June 1 - 7

Four Low-Priced Homes Sell in Newtown

Past week's home sales stay below $255,000.

Bites Nearby: Sesame Seed

A Danbury classic with a famous salad

Get Out: Ducks, Golf, Theater, Tea, Jazz, Parade

Activities for the week of May 26 - June 1

Frugal Family: Dinner, Strawberries, Gym, Counters, GPS

Deals for the week of May 25 - 31

Open Houses Include 7 Homes Under $450,000

Also see a historic Taunton home and a Sandy Hook cul-de-sac colonial.

Home Sales Yield Wide Price Ranges

Four homes sold in Newtown last week, and two Heritage units in Southbury.

Get Out: Dancing, Flowers, Antiques, Shakespeare, Dogs

Activities for the week of May 19 - 25

Bites Nearby: La Zingara

Inventive pasta and elegant ambiance

Frugal Family: Pepsi, Brunch, Ice Cream, Umbrella, Pewter

Deals for the week of May 18 - 24

Sunday's Open Houses Feature Newer Homes

Newer Newtown home are being priced at between $399,000 and $640,000.

Larger Homes and Acreage Change Hands

Colonials and large lots were the trend this past week.