Obituaries

Lillian Morris

Published: July 20, 2015 12:00 am

Lillian “Sis” Morris, 92, of Newtown died peacefully July 18, surrounded by her family. Born October 31, 1922, to Lillian and John Wrabel in Bridgeport, she grew up in Fairfield and graduated from St ...

Anna M. Bonacci

Published: July 15, 2015 12:00 am

Anna M. Bonacci, 92, of Danbury died July 13, surrounded by her loving family, at Danbury Hospital. She was the wife of Felix A. Bonacci. She was born April 2, 1923, in Chatel Sur Moselle, France, and...

Helen Louise Smith

Published: July 14, 2015 12:00 am

Helen Louise (McLachlan) Smith, 79, of Oxford, and formerly of Newtown, died peacefully July 12 at her home, after a long battle with cancer. She was born in Danbury, June 17, 1936, the daughter of Lo...

Frances K. Hermanson

Published: July 13, 2015 12:00 am

Frances K. Hermanson, 90, of Bridgeport, beloved wife of 58 years to the late Andrew Hermanson, died peacefully July 12, with her devoted family by her side. Born in Bridgeport, she was the daughter o...

Dorothy May Bartlett

Published: July 13, 2015 12:00 am

Dorothy May Bartlett, 97, a resident of Sandy Hook and Newtown, died July 9. She was born December 31, 1917, to Louise and William Lederer. She became Mrs Charles E. Bartlett on June 26, 1936. With a ...

Carol D. Henderson

Published: July 10, 2015 12:00 am

Carol D. “Debbie” Henderson, 84, a resident of Maplewood at Newtown and a former longtime Bridgeport resident, died July 4. She was the beloved daughter of the late Charles H. and Genevieve Whelan Hen...

Nathan S. Hoyt

Published: July 08, 2015 12:00 am

Nathan “Nate” S. Hoyt, 88, of Danbury, husband of Sharon (Smith) Hoyt, died July 5 at his residence. He was born November 17, 1926, in Portland, Maine, and was a son of the late Phyllis (Hamilton) and...

Anthony Francis Vodola

Published: July 07, 2015 12:00 am

Anthony “Tony” Francis Vodola, 90, of Newtown, beloved husband of Wanda, died July 6 at Danbury Hospital, after a short illness. Born April 4, 1925, in Stamford, he was the son of the late Angela Masi...

Chad Joseph Bojnowski

Published: July 07, 2015 12:00 am

Chad Joseph Bojnowski, 43, of Newtown died unexpectedly at Danbury Hospital July 1. He was born January 31, 1972, in Charleston, W.V., to Joseph Bojnowski and the late Kathryn Kovarovic Lorence Bojnow...

Thomas M. Burns

Published: July 07, 2015 12:00 am

Thomas M. Burns, 53, of Windsor died at his home July 5, with his loving family by his side. He was a son of Jean Mayernik Burns of Shelton and the late Daniel Edward Burns. In addition to his mother,...

Kathleen M. Yomazzo (November 29, 1942–April 16, 2025)

Water Every Where, But Not A Drop To Drink

Rock This Democracy To Hold Next Street Protest, Rally On May Day

Several Hundred Attend Vigil To Protest Recent Deportations, Support Due Process

Top Of The Mountain

Thank you LeReine, for speaking out about this. The list of public servants who are unfairly targeted for abuse just for doing their jobs has been growing. It is a testament to the power of propaganda that otherwise good and well-meaning people can get so emotional as to act out in this way.

Discusses Role As Registrar

While I respect the outcome of the referendum, I’m disappointed by the way this budget was presented and passed. A 6.72% tax increase and a mill rate jump to 28.78 may have been framed as “just a few dollars a day,” but for many families in town — especially those already stretched thin — those “few dollars” add up quickly. It’s frustrating to see large increases minimized in this way, and I worry that next year we’ll hear, “It’s only a little more than last year,” as if that justifies an ongoing trend of rising taxes. This year’s combined municipal and education budgets total over $141 million — that’s a significant sum.

Everything Passes: Budgets, Capital Projects Referendum Results In

All of the referendums deserve to be pasted. We have a history of deferring needed maintenance and then paying more years later. These are required to keep our town owned building and roads in working condition.

Vote “Yes” To Question #5 On Referendum

Every vote matters and that’s exactly why it’s important to recognize that voting No on a proposed budget is not a vote against Newtown, but rather a vote for accountability, transparency, and fiscal responsibility. Last year, when voters rejected the education budget in its first round, it wasn’t just a symbolic gesture—it resulted in a reduced spending plan that ultimately passed. That outcome showed that our voices can and do make a difference. Voting “No” is one of the few tools residents have to encourage our town leaders to re-evaluate spending, find creative solutions, and prioritize needs over wants. So yes, please vote on April 22—but don’t be afraid to vote “No” if you believe we can do better. Last year’s vote proved that when residents speak up, real changes can follow.

Get Out And Vote

Breaking the tax increase down to a “cost per day” may make it sound more palatable, but it minimizes the real impact these increases have—especially on those already struggling with rising costs across the board. A dollar here and a dollar there adds up, and for many families, it's not just about the price of a cup of coffee—it's about stretching every dollar to cover groceries, fuel, healthcare, and housing. A 6.72% property tax increase is significant, regardless of how it’s framed. Saying “it’s only $1.13 a day” overlooks the fact that for some residents, every expense matters. Just because costs are rising doesn’t mean the burden should automatically fall on taxpayers without exploring real efficiencies, cost savings, or long-term planning. We need to prioritize fiscal responsibility and find smarter ways to manage our town’s needs without assuming residents can or should absorb another round of tax hikes.

Is Our Community Worth $1.67 Per Day?

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Lillian Morris

Anna M. Bonacci

Helen Louise Smith

Frances K. Hermanson

Dorothy May Bartlett

Carol D. Henderson

Nathan S. Hoyt

Anthony Francis Vodola

Chad Joseph Bojnowski

Thomas M. Burns