South Main Street near Simm Lane has fully reopened following a two-vehicle crash earlier this morning that led to the arrest of one person.

Torrential rain the morning of a recent fundraiser for first responders' mental health services reduced turnout, prompting organizers to continue the silent auction and restaurant raffle online. The public is now invited to participate in a silent auction that continues until midnight Sunday or purchase restaurant raffle tickets before Wednesday, September 30.

Six New England journalism organizations issued a statement this week strongly condemning President Donald Trump’s decision to ban CNN, Politico, and MS NOW from The White House.

Fire reports from Wednesday, September 9-Tuesday, September 15, 2026.

Nick Simard offered a plain-language introduction to AI, what it is, and where he thinks it is going at Newtown Senior Center on September 11.

Facilities Director John Barlow delivered a presentation on the district's Capital Improvement Plan to Board of Education members.

A Newtown resident has been sentenced to prison for failing to file tax returns and subsequently failing to pay more than $3 million in taxes, penalties, and interest owed.

Director of Business and Finance Tanja Gouveia presented a year-end financial report for Fiscal Year 2025-26 to the Board of Education.

WinnCo is looking to do remediation work at Shelton House, and is seeking a $5.4 million grant from the state.

Police reports for August 31 to September 14, 2026.