Editorials

A Promise Made, A Promise Kept?

Published: December 13, 2018 4:30 pm

It is a terrible tally that we keep, that of counting those killed and maimed by gun violence each year. In recent weeks, we have mourned with Tree of Life Synagogue members in Pittsburgh as they laid...

Road Blocks To Road Tolls

Published: December 06, 2018 4:30 pm

Governor-elect Ned Lamont has promised to address transportation and infrastructure funding, and voters in the state have supported the transportation “lock box,” allowing those funds to be used only ...

A Season Of Excitement

Published: November 29, 2018 4:30 pm

December rings in the holiday season in Newtown, eliciting excitement. We celebrate the season with immediate gratification this coming weekend, all of our senses awakened by the sights and sounds of ...

The Gift Of Giving

Updated: November 26, 2018 3:26 pm

Before the turkey and fixings has had time to settle in bellies, thoughts will have turned to shopping: Black Friday, Small Business Saturday, Cyber Monday… Small Business Saturday, in particular, can...

A Town With True ‘GGRIT’

Published: November 15, 2018 4:30 pm

On October 29, I was honored to represent The Newtown Bee on a panel at the Virginia Military Institute, along with former First Selectman Pat Llodra and Monsignor Robert Weiss of St Rose of Lima Cath...

It Is Not Too Late To Offer Thanks

Published: November 08, 2018 4:30 pm

That freedom and democracy matter to Newtown citizens was apparent this week, with a record breaking turnout of over 75 percent of eligible voters — not counting absentee ballots — going to the polls ...

Newtown’s Representation In The Hands Of Voters

Updated: November 02, 2018 4:29 pm

Along with casting votes for a new Governor of Connecticut, a US Senator, Congressional representation, a Secretary of State, a State Treasurer and Comptroller, an Attorney General, and a Judge of Probate on November 6, Newtown voters will also decide who will be our state senator and who will be our state representatives.

Editorial Commentary: Skimpy Support, Skimpy News - A Future We Do Not Want

Published: October 25, 2018 5:00 pm

Tepid advertising and subscription support — the economic reasons, along with the unstable newsprint market, that HAN Network cited when announcing the closure earlier this month of several HAN Network publications — do not sustain a red hot news environment.

Choosing Connecticut’s Next Governor

Published: October 25, 2018 4:30 pm

Politics should be not a game in one-upmanship or divisiveness, but one that strives to bring the best people to the best positions for the betterment of the citizens of every town, county, and state in the USA.

Newtown Bee Candidates’ Forum Is An Opportunity For Learning

Published: October 11, 2018 4:30 pm

It is easy to be apathetic in a political environment that seethes with distrust and mind-numbing accusations. Politics at a more local level are far less inflammatory, though, and decisions made by the town and state officials are more directly felt.

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Flags To Be Lowered For Pope Francis

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?

Let’s have the library present a 20-year, 40-year, and 60-year OPEX/capital investment plan to determine whether this is truly a sustainable investment or just another sunk cost fallacy. Two of the items we’re voting on next week were originally framed as “donations,” yet they continue to cost this town more money over time. It’s time to say no, and force a serious reevaluation of how we approach these decisions.

Quiz Time

Such a loss. A wife, mother and dear friend. Judy and Richard Pesce

Nancy Martin

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