Top Five NewtownBee.com Stories For December 5 To 11
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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“Superintendent: December 14 Will Be A Remote Learning Day,” by Eliza Hallabeck, published December 8. The Board of Education voted at its meeting on December 7 to have December 14 be a remote learning day for Newtown Public Schools. Read more at newtownbee.com/12082021/superintendent-december-14-will-be-a-remote-learning-day.
“Chief Viadero Leaving NPD For Inspector General Post,” by Jim Taylor, published December 8. Newtown Chief James Viadero will take on a new role as chief inspector in the Connecticut Office of the Inspector General. Read more at newtownbee.com/12082021/breaking-news-chief-viadero-leaving-npd-for-inspector-general-post.
“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 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.
“Semifinals Here They Come! Jim And Sasha Allen First Round Selections During ‘The Voice’ Challenge Week,” by Alissa Silber, published December 2. After nearly being sent home the previous week, Jim and Sasha Allen were first round selections on an episode of The Voice, when they and viewers all learned that the Newtown duo would move forward to the popular television competition’s semifinals. Read more at newtownbee.com/12022021/semifinals-here-they-come-jim-and-sasha-allen-first-round-selections-durin.
“This Year’s NewArts ‘Christmas Carol’ May Be The First Of Many On Main Street,” by Shannon Hicks, published December 4. The NewArts director of operations was very excited about this year’s production of A Christmas Carol. The 2021 NewArts production of A Christmas Carol continues this weekend at Edmond Town Hall, 45 Main Street, on Friday, December 17, at 7 pm; Saturday, December 18, at 2 and 7 pm; and Sunday, December 19, at 2 pm. Tickets for all performances are $20 for balcony seating, $28 for orchestra/main floor seats. Seating is general admission. Visit newarts.org for additional information and ticket purchases. Read more at newtownbee.com/12042021/this-years-newarts-christmas-carol-may-be-the-first-of-many-on-main-street.
Reporter Eliza Hallabeck can be reached at eliza@thebee.com.