Newtown Attorney Pleads Guilty In $3.1 Million Tax Evasion Case

The attorney was accused of failing to file income tax returns for several years.

Newtown Public Schools Hiring For More Than Two-Dozen Jobs

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

Newtown Man Accused Of Trying To Entice, Meet 11-Year-Old Girl: Warrant

Police say the man communicated online with someone he believed was an 11-year-old and attempted to meet the child in Newtown.

Grammy-Nominated Celtic Group Coming To Newtown

The Grammy-nominated Irish ensemble will perform at Edmond Town Hall as part of its 40th anniversary tour.

Winter's Last Stand

Photo taken 3/3/26

Newtown Still In Drought Despite Snowfall As Aquarion Urges Conservation

Eastern Fairfield County reservoirs are at 65% capacity following a 13-inch rainfall deficit over the past year.

Blood Drive Tuesday March 17, 2026

Save a life by giving blood now

Newtown Man Arrested Following Complaint Involving Minor: Police

The man was arrested after alleged inappropriate communications with a person he believed was under the age of 16, according to police.

Newtown Selectmen To Consider $10M In Capital Appropriations At March 2 Meeting

Newtown selectmen will consider $10M in capital appropriations for schools, library, bridges and infrastructure March 2.

What's Opening In Newtown? New Businesses Register With The State

Here's a look at companies that recently filed to operate locally, according to Connecticut business records.

Vehicle Leaves Road In Newtown, Emergency Crews Respond

Fire officials said the crash happened Friday, prompting a response from Hook & Ladder and ambulance crews.

Newtown Contractor Accused Of Taking Tens Of Thousands From Elderly Client, Police Say

Police said the accused endorsed insurance checks without permission and removed mail from an 88-year-old woman’s mailbox.

“Icons of American Music” Concert in Newtown March 15

Danbury Community Band Returning for 2nd Concert

Newtown Legislative Council Refers School Bus Camera Plan, Approves Transportation Committee Charge

Newtown Legislative Council referred a school bus camera proposal and approved a Transportation Planning Committee charge.

Church Youth Hosts Donation Drive-Thru

Youth from Christ the King in Newtown are hosting a donation drive-thru event, benefitting the Dorothy Day Hospitality House in Danbury.

Newtown: Tractor-Trailer Crash Closes I-84 Lanes

A tractor-trailer crash on I-84 in Newtown caused lane closures Wednesday morning.

Newtown Police Report Multiple Crashes, Disorderly Conduct And Threatening Charges

Newtown Police logged several crashes and criminal cases, including threatening and disorderly conduct.

Teen Seriously Injured In High-Speed I-84 Crash In Newtown: State Police

A 16-year-old boy sustained suspected life-threatening injuries and was unresponsive at the scene, according to police.

Newtown Traffic Workgroup Discusses Renaming, Reviews Fairfield Hills Study

Newtown Traffic Workgroup discussed redefining its scope and reviewing a Fairfield Hills traffic study.

Where To Watch College Basketball In Newtown

Tournament time is more fun with friends — explore neighborhood favorites and popular hangouts to watch the action.

Newtown EDC Reviews Fairfield Hills, Batchelder Projects

The Newtown Economic Development Commission reviewed Fairfield Hills, Batchelder and brownfield redevelopment updates.

Newtown Selectmen Advance Pootatuck River Restoration Agreement, Adopt Vision Zero Resolution

Newtown selectmen approved a river restoration agreement and adopted a Vision Zero traffic safety resolution.

Newtown Board Of Finance Reviews 2026–27 Budget, Hears Opposition To HART Funding Cut

Newtown Board of Finance reviewed budgets and heard opposition to a proposed $20K HART transportation funding cut.

Newtown Police Log Incidents Include Head-On Crash, Utility Pole Strikes And Criminal Charges

Newtown Police reported multiple crashes, icy road spinouts and warrant cases.

Newtown Borough Approves Memorial Day Funding

Newtown Borough approved Memorial Day funding, renewed a $61K CD and reviewed budget and safety updates.

Newtown Parks & Recreation Commission Approves Surcharge Increases, Reviews Budget

Here's how much the prices are going up: Newtown Parks & Rec Commission approved fee increases at its Feb. 10 meeting.

Newtown Wetlands Commission Approves Waterview Drive Project, Sets Glen Road Hearing

Newtown Inland Wetlands Commission approved a retaining wall project and set a public hearing for a senior living proposal.

Newtown Ordinance Committee Advances Solid Waste Quorum Change, Reviews Short-Term Rentals

Newtown Ordinance Committee advanced a solid waste quorum change and discussed short-term rental and traffic enforcement proposals.

Newtown Police Log Winter Crashes, Parking Lot Collisions And Criminal Cases

Newtown Police responded to several incidents, including winter-related crashes, parking lot collisions and criminal cases, officials said.

Newtown Legislative Council Approves Contractor Insurance Policy, Advances Capital Projects Toward Referendum

Newtown Legislative Council approved contractor insurance rules and advanced major capital projects toward a voter referendum.

Newtown Student-Athlete Is 'A Standout Young Man In All Ways'

Patch is highlighting young people who are excelling in sports. Meet Orion.

Newtown Selectmen Approve Amended $51.6M Budget After Revising Capital, Staffing And Public Safety Funding

Newtown selectmen approved a revised $51.6M budget after votes on capital projects, staffing proposals and public safety funding.

Third CT Prison Inmate Dies In State Custody In Week

The latest death happened in the early morning hours on Friday, according to the state Department of Correction.

Newtown Parks Commission To Discuss Aquazip, Budget, And Surcharge Increase

The Newtown Parks and Recreation Commission will convene to review ongoing projects, including the Aquazip pool amenity.

Newtown Arts Officials Weigh Winter Festival Partnership

The Newtown Cultural Arts Commission discussed a possible winter festival tied — or maybe not tied — to the Rams Pasture tree lighting.

Newtown Board Of Finance To Discuss 2026-2027 Budgets, Rail Trail Extension

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 Reviews Campus Security, Advances Building Hardening Plans

Fairfield Hills Authority discusses campus security, vacant building upgrades and parking changes at Feb. 2 meeting.

CT Officials Probe Second Prison Inmate Death In 2-Day Span

The latest death happened at a facility in Newtown, according to state police.

Newtown Inland Wetlands Commission Continues Waterview Drive Erosion Application, Reviews Public Input

Newtown Inland Wetlands Commission continues a Waterview Drive retaining wall application and opts against formal public comment.

Newtown Police Report Incidents Including Winter Crashes, Pedestrian Strike, Traffic Stops And Property Da

Newtown Police logged winter crashes, a pedestrian injury, traffic stops and property damage incidents in mid-January.