Newtown Legislative Council approved contractor insurance rules and advanced major capital projects toward a voter referendum.
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Newtown selectmen approved a revised $51.6M budget after votes on capital projects, staffing proposals and public safety funding.
The latest death happened in the early morning hours on Friday, according to the state Department of Correction.
The Newtown Parks and Recreation Commission will convene to review ongoing projects, including the Aquazip pool amenity.
The Newtown Cultural Arts Commission discussed a possible winter festival tied — or maybe not tied — to the Rams Pasture tree lighting.
The Newtown Board of Finance will convene on Feb. 9 to cover the upcoming 2026-27 budgets for the First Selectman and Board of Education.
Fairfield Hills Authority discusses campus security, vacant building upgrades and parking changes at Feb. 2 meeting.
The latest death happened at a facility in Newtown, according to state police.
Newtown Inland Wetlands Commission continues a Waterview Drive retaining wall application and opts against formal public comment.
Newtown Police logged winter crashes, a pedestrian injury, traffic stops and property damage incidents in mid-January.
The Newtown Board of Education approved donations, accepted its December financial report and continued 2026–27 budget talks Jan. 27.
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From local fields to national fame, these stars got their start in Newtown.
Newtown Conservation Commission approved a rodenticide ban for town properties and reviewed open space and invasive species efforts.
Here is a list of businesses that were formed in Newtown from Dec. 26, 2025 to Jan. 23, 2026.
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Newtown selectmen approved enhanced LOSAP benefits, reviewed Bruce Walczak’s 2026–27 budget and made appointments at their Jan. 20 meeting.
2026 Newtown Arts Festival Competition
Newtown Police reported multiple winter-weather crashes and traffic incidents in mid-January, according to logs.
Newtown Legislative Council approves flood-mitigation grants, raises Fairfield Hills water rates and adopts the 2027–2031 capital plan.
Police say a stolen vehicle investigation and crash led to charges against one adult and two juveniles in Newtown.
Measles was declared eliminated in the United States in 2000, but significant outbreaks have occurred in 2019 and 2025.
Larry will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him.
Newtown Police reported 29 incidents ranging from winter crashes and deer strikes to court order cases and traffic stops.
JJ Stacks opens next month in Newtown, bringing its food-truck favorites to a permanent Main Street home.
The Newtown Legislative Council will consider a 6% increase for Fairfield Hills water system rates and a new short-term rental ordinance.
Edmond Town Hall managers approved sound system upgrades and reviewed grants, revenue growth and capital projects at a Jan. 13 meeting.
Newtown Parks and Recreation Commission approves funding for a pool engineering report and reviews budgets, facilities and events.
Newtown Borough Board of Burgesses approves December financial reports, discusses insurance and advances a Queen Street sidewalk project.
Newtown selectmen will consider LOSAP changes, review the 2026–27 budget and revisit a waste management committee.
Newtown Board of Finance approves flood mitigation grants, police funding, budget transfers and capital plan updates.
Newtown Inland Wetlands Commission approves a Stone Bridge Trail restoration plan and upholds a cease-and-desist order.
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The Newtown Inland Wetlands Commission will consider a cease and desist order for unpermitted activities.
Newtown’s Animal Care and Control Advisory Board sets 2026 officers, forms donation committee and weighs regulatory shift.
Newtown Legislative Council votes to approve revised deed restrictions for 6 Commerce Road and advances ordinance reviews.
The community is mourning the death of a Newtown High School student.