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

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“Newtown PD: Body Of Long Missing Sandy Hook Resident Found,” published December 7. Robert Hoagland, a Sandy Hook resident who had been missing since July 2013, has been found, deceased, in New York. The announcement was made Wednesday, December 7, by Newtown Police Department. Read more at newtownbee.com/12072022/website-hoagland-found.

“Newtown PD: Body Of Long-Missing Sandy Hook Resident Found (Updated),” by Jim Taylor, published December 9. An expanded version of the original story published on December 7. Read more at newtownbee.com/12092022/newtown-pd-body-of-long-missing-sandy-hook-resident-found-updated.

“Assessment Increase Does Not Necessarily Mean Your Taxes Are Going Up,” by Jim Taylor, published December 5. The results of the 2022 revaluation from Vision Government Solutions, Inc have been issued — and most of those likely delivered a significant increase on the assessment of property owners’ homes. But the bad news may not be as dire as it seems. Read more at newtownbee.com/12052022/assessment-increase-does-not-necessarily-mean-your-taxes-are-going-up.

“Newtown Nursing Student Getting Global Healthcare Experience,” by Eliza Van, published December 7. Newtown resident and Southern Connecticut State University (SCSU) senior Eirenie Athanasoulis reflected recently on a trip she took to Peru as a nursing student. Read more at newtownbee.com/12072022/newtown-nursing-student-getting-global-healthcare-experience.

“Landscaper Rescues Fire Company With Second Fir Tree Donation,” published December 5. For the second time in as many years, Hawleyville Volunteer Fire Company is celebrating the generosity of a supporter. Read more at newtownbee.com/12052022/landscaper-rescues-fire-company-with-second-fir-tree-donation.

Education Editor Eliza Van can be reached at eliza@thebee.com.