Each week we compile a list of some of the most-read stories published at newtownbee.com. Here is a roundup of the week’s recent top stories, based on the number of page reads.

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“Ice Skating And Hockey At Home: Backyard Rinks Provide Winter Fun For Families,” by Shea Murphy, published on February 15. For some, this season turns arena ice skating and ice hockey from indoor activities to fun outdoor pastimes, and some Newtown families have taken these activities to the next level with the construction of personal, backyard ice rinks. Read more at newtownbee.com/02152021/ice-skating-and-hockey-at-home-backyard-rinks-provide-winter-fun-for-families.

“Newtown Delegation, Officials React To Sredzinski Resignation,” by John Voket, published February 18. First Selectman Dan Rosenthal, along with other local officials and members of Newtown’s state legislative delegation, reacted to the news released February 17 that State Rep JP Sredzinski (R-112) had resigned from office to devote more attention to his family and career. Read more at newtownbee.com/02182021/newtown-delegation-officials-react-to-sredzinski-resignation.

“An Effort With Real Heart: Troops Receive Valentines From Newtown,” by Shannon Hicks, published February 19. Three Newtown High School graduates on active duty in the US Armed Forces served as points of contact this year for residents who wanted to send valentines from home. A fourth graduate continues to serve as a go-between for the local coordinator of the Valentines For Troops effort. Read more at newtownbee.com/02192021/an-effort-with-real-heart-troops-receive-valentines-from-newtown.

“Sandy Hook Survivor Posts Video Of 12/14 Recollections,” by John Voket, published on February 15. A Newtown youth named Ashley who is depicted in the iconic image of Sandy Hook Elementary School students being led from the facility after the horrific 12/14 shooting is lending her voice and presence to an advocacy organization seeking to reduce gun violence. Read more at newtownbee.com/02152021/sandy-hook-survivor-posts-video-of-12-14-recollections.

“Is Newtown Ready For ‘Pay-As-You-Throw’ Trash Disposal?” by John Voket, published February 20. Are Newtown residents — and businesses — ready to pay by the pound for solid municipal trash they are currently tossing into the waste stream? Whether you get rid of your trash through private collection services or regular trips to the landfill, that was just one option posed during an information-packed presentation from Jennifer Heaton-Jones to the Board of Selectmen on Tuesday, February 16. Read more at newtownbee.com/02202021/is-newtown-ready-for-pay-as-you-throw-trash-disposal.