The unemployment rate in Fairfield County decreased recently.
Connecticut state Sen. Tony Hwang writes that he wants to see consistency in protocols for masks in schools and child care facilities.
This is how the Newtown area compares to Connecticut and the nation for coronavirus vaccinations.
"I am beyond frustrated and fighting mad," Hwang said in a statement.
Earlier this month, First Selectman Daniel Rosenthal announced the town was looking to fill openings on three other commissions.
Kurt Westby has run the state Department of Labor for the past five years.
First Selectman Daniel Rosenthal said all three vacancies are available to Newtown residents who are Republicans or unaffiliated voters.
The permanent memorial will honor the 26 lives lost at Sandy Hook Elementary School in 2012.
Fairfield County's unemployment rate is lower than the Connecticut average.
Election Day 2021 in Newtown, and in other communities in Connecticut, is Nov. 2.
The Newtown Police Department dedicated its Community and Training Room on Friday to the late Officer Stephen A. Ketchum, who died in 2016.
Access to broadband speeds needed for remote work and learning vary greatly across the U.S.
The proposed bill, which supports youth suicide prevention education, reportedly is progressing in the United States Senate.
The court declined to hear an appeal from Alex Jones, who was sued by relatives of some Sandy Hook School shooting victims.
IRS figures allow you to compare what you’re paying in taxes with that of your Fairfield County neighbors.
A special election will be held to fill a state representative seat that covers Monroe and parts of Newtown.
A letter signed by 165 families and survivors impacted by gun violence was sent to senators to urge the confirmation of Merrick Garland.
The "living memorial" honoring victims of the Sandy Hook school shooting will go before Newtown voters in April.
The town began to preregister residents who are 75 years old or older. It will help as appointment registration gets closer.
Vice President-elect Kamala Harris’ call for “commonsense gun safety reforms” is a tall order in a polarized atmosphere on Capitol Hill.
The legislative council didn't advance proposed ordinances that would've affected how guns can be carried within town.
"How long will the struggles continue for those just trying to hang on?"
Eligible small businesses and nonprofits can receive a one-time $5,000 grant that will be disbursed no later than December 30, 2020.
The $128,205 STEAP grant will be used to install a parking lot, pavilion, and kiosk at the Sandy Hook Heritage Park and Trail.
President Donald Trump was never going to win Connecticut. See how he fared in Newtown in 2020 compared to 2016.
Here is how Newtown residents voted for every person on the ballot including president, congress and their local state races.
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"It has been such a breath of fresh air to have a younger, enthusiastic, more dedicated and hard-working leader working to serve us..."
Congresswoman Jahana Hayes' virtual event with Newtown residents was interrupted by racist comments and derogatory music.
Say Something: Prevent Suicide is a research-based course that expands on the proven Say Something program.
Newtown residents who experienced a delay in having their power restored after Tropical Storm Isaias have a chance to share their experience
"We cannot let the pandemic or the emotionally charged atmosphere force us to rush through these expansive and consequential bills."
The Newtown Action Alliance (NAA) is proud to endorse 25 members of the U.S. House of Representatives for the 2020 Elections.
The ruling is the latest victory for families of nine children and one teacher who died in the 2012 mass shooting at Sandy Hook Elementary.
First Selectman Dan Rosenthal said he believes the town should have no tax increase unless voters are allowed to vote on the budget.
Most public parks are closed and town hall business is being done by appointment only.
Harriman-Stites is seeking the Democratic nomination for the 2020 race.
The budget proposal comes with an increase, but keeps department requests below the rate of inflation.