Governor Ned Lamont is directing US and state flags in Connecticut lowered to half-staff from sunrise to sunset Monday, in honor of Botsford Fire Rescue Assistant Chief Pete Blomberg, who died October 28 in the line of duty.

Newtown Police Department is asking for resident input regarding pedestrian safety in town.

Botsford Fire Rescue Assistant Chief Pete Blomberg was crossing Church Hill Road on foot Monday night, on his way to the Board of Fire Commissioners annual dinner meeting, when he was struck by a passing vehicle. The longtime resident with approximately 50 years in the fire service died from his injuries.

A local resident died Monday evening after being struck by a vehicle on Church Hill Road.

Police reports for October 9 through October 19, 2024.

The Planning & Zoning Commission heard more public comment regarding the proposed 2-4-6-8 Riverside Road development.

At the request of local fire chiefs, Newtown Emergency Operations Communications Center Director Maureen Will has issued a CodeRED message reminding residents that due to current weather conditions — and the calendar — there is to be no outdoor burning until further notice.

The National Weather Service last week announced the rainfall record for a 24-hour period in Connecticut has not changed despite recordings done in August.

AARP Connecticut hosted a live, interactive tele-town hall forum on October 18 with Congresswoman Jahana Hayes and former State Senator George Logan, the incumbent and challenger, respectively, for Connecticut’s Fifth Congressional District.

Marty Foncello is the current Republican State Representative for the 107th District and is running for re-election this year.