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 top stories, based on the number of page reads.

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“Injured Hiker Rescued From Lower Paugussett Forest,” by Shannon Hicks, published December 20. A late morning hike took a harrowing turn on December 5 after a 61-year-old male fell and reportedly broke a leg while hiking in the Lower Paugussett State Forest. Read more at newtownbee.com/12202021/injured-hiker-rescued-from-lower-paugussett-forest.

“Support Sought For Former Firefighter Facing Health Challenges,” by Alissa Silber, published December 23. Ron Hollister has been helping people all his life. Now the former Newtown resident and Botsford firefighter’s family members told The Newtown Bee that he is facing debilitating medical issues, some of which are a result of his selfless acts of bravery. Read more about how to help at newtownbee.com/12232021/support-sought-for-former-firefighter-facing-health-challenges.

“Jim And Sasha Allen’s Spectacular Run Concludes During ‘The Voice’ Semifinals,” by Alissa Silber, published December 9. Hometown stars Jim and Sasha Allen’s journey on the NBC singing competition The Voice ended on Tuesday, December 7, to the disappointment of many dedicated fans and their coach Ariana Grande. Read more at newtownbee.com/12092021/jim-and-sasha-allens-spectacular-run-concludes-during-the-voice-semifina.

“Caddie Joe LaCava Selected For Fairfield County Sports Hall of Fame,” published December 18. The Fairfield County Sports Hall of Fame (HOF), this fall, announced its 2021 class of inductees, naming eight prominent sports figures into its three wings, including Joe LaCava. Read more at newtownbee.com/12182021/caddie-joe-lacava-selected-for-fairfield-county-sports-hall-of-fame.

“Franco’s Pizza And Pasta In A Place That Feels Like Home,” published December 21. Read about Franco’s Pizza and Pasta at Sand Hill Plaza in Newtown at newtownbee.com/12212021/francos-pizza-and-pasta-in-a-place-that-feels-like-home-9.

Education Reporter Eliza Hallabeck can be reached at eliza@thebee.com.