Congratulations, Trinity-Pawling School Grad Connor Haywood

Before this year's seniors head on to that next step in their lives, we want to take a moment to let their stars shine here on Patch.

Congratulations, Newtown High School Grad Aidan DellaCorte

Newtown Patch is celebrating this year's seniors for their accomplishments.

Newtown Middle School Student Wins Online Art Competition

Artsonia.com, the world’s largest online collection of student art, recognizes student Mackenzie Penrod for winning artwork.

Recognize Your 2021 Graduate On Newtown Patch

Tell us why your grad is special and send a message of congratulations on Newtown Patch.

In Newtown Area, Share Of College Grads Rising

The portion of residents holding four-year or higher degrees has been growing in the U.S. Here's how it’s changed in Fairfield County.

Hackers Viewed Recent Sandy Hook Elementary School Security Video

A group of hackers accessed security video from Sandy Hook Elementary School and countless other places.

Newtown Area WCSU Students Named to Fall 2020 Dean's List

Congratulations to these WCSU students on their achievement.

Newtown Schools Remote Learning Tuesday

Students will be learning remotely Tuesday.

Newtown Schools Closed Monday

Schools and central office will be closed Monday due to the snowstorm.

Newtown Schools Hiring For Several Jobs

Information on all of the available jobs and details on how to apply are included below.

Remembering Sandy Hook Victims 8 Years Later

It's been eight years since the most tragic day in Newtown's history. The victims will never be forgotten.

Newtown Public Schools Hiring For 21 Jobs As Christmas Nears

Here is a look at all of the available jobs and how to apply for them.

Newtown Schools Challenged By Coronavirus Quarantines

Additional coronavirus cases were reported at Newtown Middle School and Middle Gate Elementary School

Newtown Students Named to Spring 2020 WCSU Dean's List

Congratulations to these Western CT State University students that call Newtown their home.

Salute Your 2020 Newtown Grad On Patch With Photos, Messages

They might not have a traditional graduation ceremony this year, but they've worked hard to get to this point. Here's to the class of 2020!

Newtown High Student Wins National Merit Scholarship

Newtown High School student Jake Pare won a corporate-sponsored scholarship from Hubbell Incorporated.

Coronavirus Newtown: Schools Closed For 2 Weeks

Schools will be closed for students and staff for two weeks.

Newtown Fairfield Hills Plan Seeks Resident Input

Learn more about proposals for the Fairfield Hills campus update.

Newtown Schools Announce Coronavirus Prevention Steps

There have been no confirmed coronavirus cases in Connecticut. School officials have already taken some preventative steps.

Newtown Public Schools Closed Dec. 17

Roads are slippery after overnight sleet, freezing rain and snow hit the state.

Weather Causes Alteration to Newtown School Day

A change has been made to the Newtown school schedule for Tuesday, Dec. 3. BREAKING

Newtown Schools Hiring For Several Jobs

Information on all of the available jobs and details on how to apply are included below.

Newtown Legislative Council Approves Teacher Contract

The contract comes with some raises for teachers and some changes for healthcare.

Bullying In Newtown: Share Your Stories

October is National Bullying Prevention Month, and Patch is taking a look at the impact of bullying in Connecticut.

Newtown School Calendar 2019-20: First Day Of School, Vacations

When's the first day of school in Newtown? Plus, other must-know dates for students, parents and teachers.

Newtown Area WCSU Undergraduate Degree Recipients

Congratulations are in order for these WCSU graduates that call Newtown or Sandy Hook their hometown.

Newtown Area Students Make Spring Dean's List at WCSU

Congratulations to these local students on being named to the WCSU Dean's List.

Newtown Public Schools Hiring For 18 Jobs

Information on all of the available jobs and details on how to apply are included below.

Sandy Hook Student Named Gold Tassel Scholar at Sacred Heart

The honor goes to graduating seniors who have held a cumulative four-year minimum average of 4.0 or higher.

Newtown Students Graduate from University of New Hampshire

Economics, finance, and human development were among their majors.

Newtown School-By-School Vaccination Rates

The State Department of Public Health released a school-by-school breakdown of vaccination rates. Here are your school’s rates.

Where Does Newtown High School Rank Among CT's Top Schools?

You may be surprised to see how well Newtown did, and what neighboring CT schools rank among the nation's best.

Newtown Public Schools Hiring For Several Jobs

Information on all of the available jobs and details on how to apply are included below.

Newtown Public Schools to be Closed on Monday

The district has called this one early...

Newtown Schools on Delayed Opening

The roads remain icy

Newtown Schools Announce Activities Cancellation

Snow is in the forecast...

WCSU Fall 2018 Dean’s List Released

Western CT State University students from Newtown have been named to the Dean's List for the fall semester.

Newtown Public Schools Have Delayed Opening Wednesday

Everyone in the area is still digging out from under the ice...

Newtown Schools Are Closed On Tuesday

Forecast calls for 3-5 inches of snow and sleet, beginning before 2 p.m.

WCSU Biologist Discovers Perfect Valentine’s Day Gift

Newtown resident Tom Philbrick is a Connecticut State University professor of Biological and Environmental Sciences at WCSU.