The Newtown Chamber of Commerce is responding to last week’s news of Governor Ned Lamont’s plans to possibly permit some limited business openings beginning May 20 by focusing on what ramping back up may look like around Newtown in its Monday, May 4 “Leaders Forum” webcast.

Caraluzzi's Market recently donated 1,700 cupcakes for the enjoyment of Danbury Hospital employees.

As Newtown saw three new COVID-19 related deaths, Governor Ned Lamont announced preliminary plans for a phased reopening of certain state businesses and attractions. Read more about it.

It appears from at least one recent survey that the loudest voices calling for an immediate “re-opening” of state businesses are in the minority.

Over the weekend, Health District Director Donna Culbert was notified of the loss of two more local residents, and Newtown’s Emergency Management officials announced they will be involved in distributing protective masks to local businesses who register to be on a list to receive them.

COVID-19 has created challenges for businesses all across the nation and locally, and trash haulers are among those rethinking how business can safely continue.

After a session that had sound advice for any visitor on how to mitigate or cope with COVID-19 related stress, the Chamber of Commerce Newtown Leaders Forum returns to more business-centric subjects for its planned Monday, April 27 webcast.

Discover how to celebrate the Earth this Earth Day, with tips from Eversource.

State Senator Tony Hwang — whose 28th District includes Newtown — has sent to Connecticut’s Department of Labor (DOL) demanding detailed information about how the agency is handling the sharp surge in new unemployment claims.