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To The Editor: My letter of endorsement for Mitch Bolinsky for State Representative is based on three foundations of character, competence, and love for the people he serves. Mitch is authentically honest and represents a servant mentality. Mitch has...

To The Editor: This week, we kick off early voting in Connecticut — a critical moment that should serve as a reminder about what our candidates stand for and what organizations endorse our candidate's values and policies. On September 5, the Connecti...

To The Editor: I’ve had the privilege of knowing Senator Tony Hwang for over a decade, and during that time, we’ve built a friendship that goes far beyond politics. As a lifelong advocate for environmental sustainability, local farming, and the healt...

To The Editor: In 2021, Connecticut took action against gun violence. Our leaders voted to strengthen our “red flag” laws. Now, if someone’s behavior shows that they may be at high risk of harming themselves or someone else, their family or a medical...

To The Editor: I would like to thank the recent letter writer who complained of Hook & Ladder’s Fire Company boot drive on Main Street. The writing was classic Jonathan Swift “A Modest Proposal.” Imagine anyone opposed to funding a voluntary fire com...

To The Editor: I write this letter with thanks and gratitude for the effort and many accomplishments Jahana Hayes has secured for our town. As chairman of the Fairfield Hills Authority I can attest to the value of one particular project that Jahana n...

To The Editor: As I have in prior elections, I write this letter to let my fellow Newtown citizens know that I proudly endorse our State Representative, Mitch Bolinsky, for reelection. Mitch has served as our voice in Hartford, working with lawmakers...

Jennifer Jo Godbout, 57, of Newtown, passed away peacefully at home on October 23, 2024, surrounded by her loving family, after a courageous battle with cancer. Jennifer was born on February 20, 1967, in Virginia, Minn., to her devoted parents, Marci...

The Sandy Hook Organization for Prosperity (SHOP) will present its Thirteenth Halloween Walk on Saturday, October 26, from 11 am to 2 pm, in Sandy Hook Center. This fun, kid-friendly outdoor event will be presented rain or shine. The event offers par...

The changing of the seasonal flag on the Main Street flagpole has been rescheduled. Originally planned for Saturday, October 26, the 20- by 30-foot American flag will instead be swapped out for the traditional 18- by 24-foot winter flag the following...