Ferris Acres gets approval to open farm store; Newtown planners weigh changes to Farmers Market and senior housing rules.
Newtown Legislative Council approves $10K in ARPA funds for summer mental health support, reviews townwide budget status.
In curriculum matters, new computer integration courses for grades five and six were introduced.
The No Kings rallies are anti-Trump protests being held nationwide, meant to coincide with a military parade in Washington.
Newtown BOE subcommittees back new curricula, AI policy planning, and recommend rescinding outdated policies.
Newtown lawmakers honored Jennifer Hubbard as the legislature reclassified land near the animal sanctuary for open space use.
"What began as a single-section bill to study homelessness quietly morphed into a 47-section omnibus overhaul of Connecticut’s housing law…"
Statewide, a total of $30 million in state grants will be doled out to complete a wide variety of infrastructure improvements.
Newtown’s Legislative Council examined sewer fund issues, budget updates, and contractor insurance policy changes at its May 21 meeting
Among the openings is a vacancy on the Bike & Trail Committee.
Newtown officials set mill rate, review school facilities study, and approve policy updates at May 7 Legislative Council meeting.
Newtown’s Board of Education discussed budget adjustments, staffing plans, and policy updates during its April 22 meeting.
Positions on the Zoning Board of Appeals, Pension Committee, and more boards are available.
Newtown's BOS discussed budget signage, investment advisor interviews, property sales, and budget transfers during their April 21 meeting.
The overall $141.6 million spending plan includes $49.9 million for the town and $91.7 million for the schools.
The grant was among $9.9M handed out in a second round of broadband expansion grants through the state's ConneCTed Communities Program.
Danbury earned over $9,000 from nip bottle sales to fund local environmental efforts under Connecticut’s Nickel-Per-Nip program.
Positions on the Newtown Community Center Commission and the Pension Committee are up for grabs.
Newtown’s Board of Finance approves DPW and police budget changes, accepts state grants, and discusses financial planning and fund policies.
Newtown leaders discuss $436K DPW budget shift, invasive species plan, recycling survey, and upcoming town events.
Newtown Legislative Council OKs $141.6M budget amid school funding debate; vote heads to April 22 referendum.
Rep. Bolinsky read the award-winning illustrated children’s book "Anglerfish" by Elaine Alexander to a second-grade class at Head O' Meadow.
Newtown Legislative Council approves capital project bonds, hears budget and agency updates at March 19 meeting.
Newtown Selectmen approve funding for repairs, irrigation, and Public Works, while reviewing financial oversight and grant transparency.
Join Reps. Bolinsky and Scott on Mar. 23 for a discussion on 8-30g, housing policy changes, and legislative proposals in Connecticut.
Newtown Inland Wetlands Commission addresses permit violations, approves a church culvert replacement, and plans further action on March 26.
The Housatonic Resources Recovery Authority has announced its schedule for the 2025 Household Hazardous Waste drop-off events.
Newtown's Board of Finance approved $15M for school roofs, HVAC, and infrastructure upgrades to enhance town facilities and public spaces.
Gov. Lamont Announced 14 honorees were selected for induction into the Connecticut Veterans Hall of Fame, including a Newtown woman.
State Sen. Tony Hwang Touts New Federal Bipartisan Infrastructure Grants to Strengthen CT’s Rail Infrastructure
First Selectman Capeci seeks residents to fill openings on local boards and commissions.
Senator Tony Hwang Reappointed as Republican Leader on Transportation Committee
The $610K grant is one of 21 pay-outs for blighted areas covering 150 acres of contaminated land in 18 towns across Connecticut.
Newtown is experiencing smoky conditions from Massachusetts and New York, First Selectman Jeff Capeci advised on Wednesday.
First Selectman Capeci seeks residents to fill openings on local boards and commissions
Here is how Newtown residents voted for every person on the ballot including president, congress and their local state races.
The polls have closed in Newtown for the 2024 elections, and here are the latest updates on how local residents voted.
Here's everything you need to know concerning state and federal elections in Newtown, including the candidates and polling places.
Each town in Connecticut receives 5 cents for each "nip" sold within its borders every six months.