Newtown Police Department and other law enforcement agencies nationwide will be partnering with the Drug Enforcement Administration for the 28th Drug Take Back Day this weekend.

Neil and Jennifer Chaudhary hosted a QPR (question, persuade, answer) Training on Wednesday, April 9.

Judy Thomas met with local leaders to discuss the needs of residents in town living with autism.

An April 1 Timeless Newtown panel discussion offered experts representing age 20-80s, who agreed that perspectives on aging vary widely but thhat a positive attitude mades a big impact on how one can just survive or better, thrive. Two related events will follow in as many weeks.

Special events tied in to the “Timeless Newtown” series being presented by C.H. Booth Library, Commission on Aging, and Friends of Newtown Seniors. All ages are encouraged to attend and most events are free.

Gerontologist Dr Joseph DeMayo will present “Factors that Impact the Aging Process” this month, continuing the Timeless Newtown series.

Newtown Youth and Family Services will host a high-energy dueling pianos fundraiser on Wednesday, May 14.

Newtown was recognized as a community to help those struggling with addiction recover.

Reed Intermediate School teacher Julie Shull feels the love after being honored at two local blood drives held earlier this year.

As part of the ongoing “Timeless Newtown” series, a special panel discussion is being planned for Tuesday, April 1.