Newtown’s Planning & Zoning Commission continued a hearing on a 67-unit affordable housing plan, with traffic and safety concerns raised.
John Zachos shares with Patch why he should be elected to the Legislative Council, District 3.
Laura Miller shares with Patch why she should be elected to the Newtown Legislative Council, District 1.
Derek Pisani shares with Patch why he should be elected to a spot on Newtown Legislative Council, District 1.
Amybeth Laroche shares with Patch why she should be elected to the Newtown Board Of Finance.
Bruce W. Walczak shares with Patch why he should be elected Newtown First Selectman.
Christopher Gardner shares with Patch why he should be reelected to the Newtown Legislative Council, District 1.
Brian Leonardi shares with Patch why he should be elected to a seat on the Newtown Legislative Council District 1.
Newtown Parks and Recreation backed an Eagle Scout project, discussed fee increases, and approved a capital plan at its Sept. 9 meeting.
Daniel Cruson shares with Patch why he should be elected to the Newtown Police Commission.
Newtown Inland Wetlands Commission approves Brushy Hill Road culvert project with fish passage measures for Deep Brook.
Newtown Borough approves Cultural District, discusses Main Street safety upgrades, tree removals and August tax collections.
Aquarion connects Fairfield Hills supply, ending yearlong water limits in Newtown and restoring capacity after 2024 flood.
Newtown Board of Education reviews facility upgrades, adjusts 2026 capital plan, and updates policies at Sept. 3 meeting.
Newtown’s Zoning Board of Appeals approved three variances for garages and a shed, citing lot size, slopes, and septic system limits.
Newtown Selectmen approve $375K appropriation for splash pad and storage project at Community Center, with state grant support.
The Newtown Inland Wetlands Commission addressed violations on Hanover Road and scheduled a public hearing on new athletic fields.
Newtown Conservation Commission discusses Pole Bridge Preserve trail proposal, invasive removal, and habitat study updates.
Newtown’s Edmond Town Hall Board OKs full-time staff role, projector purchase, and concession upgrades.
Newtown P&Z continued a hearing on plans for senior housing on Cold Spring Rd, drawing sharp debate over zoning, traffic and aquifer impact.
Newtown’s Legislative Council Ordinance Subcommittee voted to advance draft rules on peddling and solicitation for public input.
The CT Secretary of the State has officially certified Tom Long as a petitioning candidate for the Newtown Legislative Council in District 3
New employment data numbers have just dropped for Newtown via the Connecticut Department of Labor.
Newtown Selectmen discuss rail trail crossing, road repairs, transfer station update, and year-end financial results.
Newtown BOE subcommittee reviews $236K surplus transfer, transportation app rollout, and capital improvement plan through 2029.
Newtown Burgesses support traffic safety measures, advance Church Hill Road sidewalk work, and review zoning updates.
Newtown Parks & Rec discusses pet memorial site, fall carnival plans, fee reviews, and summer program highlights.
Newtown P&Z extended its review of a proposed elderly housing project on Cold Spring Road amid strong public opposition.
Newtown council sends solid waste code revisions to hearing but rejects proposal to review solicitation ordinance.
Newtown opens cooling centers and urges heat precautions as Governor Lamont activates the Extreme Hot Weather Protocol Aug. 11–14.
Newtown Board of Selectmen discuss Aquarion paving funds, Google Meet access, FOIA concerns, and union contracts.
Hawleyville Volunteer Fire Department honored by state lawmakers ahead of its 100th anniversary celebration.
Newtown school board appoints Carla Tischio as assistant principal and authorizes air conditioner and tech upgrades.
Among the openings is a vacancy on the Economic Development Commission.
Newtown P&Z approves zoning changes for senior housing, endorses sale of Fairfield Hills properties for mixed-use development.
Newtown Legislative Council debates curbside recycling, approves $5,000 grant for Community Center, and advances solid waste ordinance.
Newtown Board appoints new principal and approves conditional acceptance of security system donation.
Newtown Borough supports Cultural District plan, passes sidewalk e-bike ban, and appoints zoning alternate.
Trinity Church roof project and C.H. Booth Library HVAC updates gain unanimous approval from Newtown HDC.
Newtown’s selectmen approved waste policy updates and discussed funding for HVAC and school facility projects.