Newtown’s load of coronavirus cases has surged from 319 to 343 since last week, prompting a top local health official to advise residents to step up their use of face coverings and other proven measures at home and in their workplaces.

The return of middle and high school students to Newtown’s public school buildings full time, scheduled for November 2, is being delayed to November 30, as announced by Superintendent of Schools Dr Lorrie Rodrigue on October 29.

A Newtown High School student’s “wish” has created a newly furnished space for Unified Program students to enjoy. Read more here.

In a letter to parents and staff, Superintendent of Schools Dr Lorrie Rodrigue addressed a recent incident of a Zoom assembly for the Class of 2024 being “infiltrated by an anonymous individual who repeatedly used the ‘N’ word and other racial slurs.”

Newtown Middle School’s Painted Pumpkin Patch event — which is being held in place of the annual Newtown Middle School Eighth Grade Scarecrow Contest due to the pandemic — is set to be on display for the community Saturday, October 24, and Sunday, October 25, from 9 am to 5 pm both days.

A Painted Pumpkin Patch event is set to replace the annual Newtown Middle School Eighth Grade Scarecrow Contest this year, due to the pandemic.

The Newtown Middle School PTA continues its drive for new and gently worn used shoes Saturday, October 17, from 2 to 4 pm at the school, 11 Queen Street.