Newtown and surrounding communities are picking up the pieces after torrential rains and flooding on August 18.

Newtown Bee Photographer Bill Glass is frequently out and about holding a mirror up to the community with his camera, his talented eye always seeking out unique perspectives to showcase the beauty that is our home town.

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Newtown Conservation Coalition is looking to end its Freedom of Information complaints against the town.

As work continues around Newtown and the region following what may be historic rain storms yesterday, Newtown Parks & Recreation has announced the closure of parks and the Town’s beach-marina.

Police reports for July 26 through August 12, 2024.

Fire reports for August 7 through August 13, 2024.

UPDATE (5:45 pm): First Selectman Jeff Capeci has proclaimed a state of emergency following hours of rain and flooding that has closed roads and created a public health concern. | At 5 pm Sunday, The National Weather Service extended its Flash Flood Emergency to 7 pm, and the Town of Newtown has issued a second CodeRED. Amid heavy rains that have been falling for hours — and a growing list of fully or partially impassable roads — Newtown residents are being urged to remain where they are.

The Board of Burgesses met to discuss further ARPA allocations and to appoint two new commissioners to the Historic District.