Patch Candidate Profile: James O'Connor For Newtown Zoning Board of Appeals

James O'Connor shares with Patch why he should be elected to the Newtown Zoning Board of Appeals.

Newtown Selectmen Approve State-Recognized Cultural District To Highlight Arts And History

The Newtown Board of Selectmen approve a state-recognized Cultural District, joining other Connecticut towns in promoting arts and history.

Patch Candidate Profile: Eric Paradis For Newtown Legislative Council

Eric Paradis shares with Patch why he should be elected to the Newtown Legislative Council.

Patch Candidate Profile: Shannon Tomai For Newtown Board Of Education

Shannon Tomai shares with Patch why he/she should be elected to the Newtown Board Of Education.

Patch Candidate Profile: Peter Schwarz For Newtown Planning & Zoning Commission

Peter Schwarz shares with Patch why he should be elected to the Newtown Planning & Zoning Commission.

Patch Candidate Profile: John Fletcher For Newtown Board of Finance

John Fletcher shares with Patch why he should be elected to the Newtown Board of Finance.

Patch Candidate Profile: Jill Soderholm For Newtown Planning & Zoning Commission Alternate

Jill Soderholm shares with Patch why she should be elected as Newtown Planning & Zoning Commission Alternate.

Newtown P&Z Continues Hearing On 67-Unit Affordable Housing Proposal

Newtown’s Planning & Zoning Commission continued a hearing on a 67-unit affordable housing plan, with traffic and safety concerns raised.

Patch Candidate Profile: John Zachos For Legislative Council, District 3

John Zachos shares with Patch why he should be elected to the Legislative Council, District 3.

Patch Candidate Profile: Laura Miller For Newtown Legislative Council, District 1

Laura Miller shares with Patch why she should be elected to the Newtown Legislative Council, District 1.

Patch Candidate Profile: Derek Pisani For Newtown Legislative Council, District 1

Derek Pisani shares with Patch why he should be elected to a spot on Newtown Legislative Council, District 1.

Patch Candidate Profile: Amybeth Laroche For Newtown Board Of Finance

Amybeth Laroche shares with Patch why she should be elected to the Newtown Board Of Finance.

Patch Candidate Profile: Bruce W. Walczak For First Selectman

Bruce W. Walczak shares with Patch why he should be elected Newtown First Selectman.

Patch Candidate Profile: Christopher Gardner For Newtown Legislative Council, District 1

Christopher Gardner shares with Patch why he should be reelected to the Newtown Legislative Council, District 1.

Candidate Profile: Brian Leonardi For 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 & Rec Reviews Fees, Backs Eagle Project, Approves Capital Plan

Newtown Parks and Recreation backed an Eagle Scout project, discussed fee increases, and approved a capital plan at its Sept. 9 meeting.

Patch Candidate Profile: Daniel Cruson For Newtown Police Commission

Daniel Cruson shares with Patch why he should be elected to the Newtown Police Commission.

Newtown Inland Wetlands Commission Approves Brushy Hill Road Culvert Replacement

Newtown Inland Wetlands Commission approves Brushy Hill Road culvert project with fish passage measures for Deep Brook.

Newtown Borough Board of Burgesses Backs Cultural District, Reviews Safety And Tree Issues

Newtown Borough approves Cultural District, discusses Main Street safety upgrades, tree removals and August tax collections.

Newtown Links Fairfield Hills Water to Aquarion, Ending Restrictions After 2024 Flood

Aquarion connects Fairfield Hills supply, ending yearlong water limits in Newtown and restoring capacity after 2024 flood.

Newtown Board Of Education Reviews Facilities Projects, Adjusts 2026 Capital Plan

Newtown Board of Education reviews facility upgrades, adjusts 2026 capital plan, and updates policies at Sept. 3 meeting.

Newtown Zoning Board Grants Three Variances For Garage And Shed Projects

Newtown’s Zoning Board of Appeals approved three variances for garages and a shed, citing lot size, slopes, and septic system limits.

Newtown Selectmen Advance $1.5 Million Community Center Splash Pad And Storage Project

Newtown Selectmen approve $375K appropriation for splash pad and storage project at Community Center, with state grant support.

Newtown Inland Wetlands Commission Reviews Culvert Work, Sets Public Hearing On Mt. Pleasant Road Fields

The Newtown Inland Wetlands Commission addressed violations on Hanover Road and scheduled a public hearing on new athletic fields.

Newtown Conservation Commission Reviews Trail Plan, Invasive Removal And Habitat Study

Newtown Conservation Commission discusses Pole Bridge Preserve trail proposal, invasive removal, and habitat study updates.

Edmond Town Hall Managers Approve Staff Expansion, Theater Upgrades At August Meeting

Newtown’s Edmond Town Hall Board OKs full-time staff role, projector purchase, and concession upgrades.

Newtown Planning & Zoning Continues Hearing On Proposed Senior Housing Development

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 Ordinance Subcommittee Advances Draft Peddling And Solicitation Regulations

Newtown’s Legislative Council Ordinance Subcommittee voted to advance draft rules on peddling and solicitation for public input.

Tom Long Approved As Petitioning Candidate For Newtown Legislative Council District 3

The CT Secretary of the State has officially certified Tom Long as a petitioning candidate for the Newtown Legislative Council in District 3

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

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

Newtown Selectmen Review Rail Trail Hearing, Road Work And Year-End Finances

Newtown Selectmen discuss rail trail crossing, road repairs, transfer station update, and year-end financial results.

Newtown BOE Subcommittee Reviews Budget Transfers, Transportation Plans And Capital Projects

Newtown BOE subcommittee reviews $236K surplus transfer, transportation app rollout, and capital improvement plan through 2029.

Newtown Burgesses Back Traffic Safety Proposals, Advance Sidewalk And Zoning Projects

Newtown Burgesses support traffic safety measures, advance Church Hill Road sidewalk work, and review zoning updates.

Newtown Parks & Rec Reviews Pet Memorial Proposal, Carnival Plans And Facility Updates

Newtown Parks & Rec discusses pet memorial site, fall carnival plans, fee reviews, and summer program highlights.

Newtown P&Z Continues Hearing On Cold Spring Road Elderly Housing Proposal

Newtown P&Z extended its review of a proposed elderly housing project on Cold Spring Road amid strong public opposition.

Newtown Legislative Council Advances Solid Waste Code Changes, Declines Solicitation Review

Newtown council sends solid waste code revisions to hearing but rejects proposal to review solicitation ordinance.

Newtown Urges Heat Safety As CT Activates Extreme Hot Weather Protocol

Newtown opens cooling centers and urges heat precautions as Governor Lamont activates the Extreme Hot Weather Protocol Aug. 11–14.

Newtown Selectmen Review Aquarion Road Repair Funding, Google Meet Rollout, and FOIA Complaints

Newtown Board of Selectmen discuss Aquarion paving funds, Google Meet access, FOIA concerns, and union contracts.

Newtown Lawmakers Recognize Hawleyville Volunteer Fire Department’s 100th Anniversary

Hawleyville Volunteer Fire Department honored by state lawmakers ahead of its 100th anniversary celebration.

Newtown BOE Approves Key Spending Measures, Names New Ass't Principal At Reed

Newtown school board appoints Carla Tischio as assistant principal and authorizes air conditioner and tech upgrades.