Lavielle: Specter of County Government Comes Back to Haunt Connecticut in SB 1
Under this system, each municipality would remit a portion of its local property taxes to its regional Council of Governments (COG), which would in turn […]
Month: March 2015
I Don’t Want to Wait! … Thought and Poem … by Jeanne Claire Probst
Today we have another wonderful written piece from Jeanne Claire Probst, in our continuing literary series. Report by Paula Antolini March 24, 2015 9:04AM EDT […]
Boucher: Commuters; Life As You Know It Will Change
Controversial Transportation Bills Gain Momentum Report by Paula Antolini March 23, 2015 10:56PM EDT (Hartford, CT ) March 18, 2015 – State Senator Toni Boucher […]
VIDEO: Bethel P&Z Approved One-Year Moratorium on Applications for Medical Marijuana Dispensaries, Growing Facilities, and Retail Recreational Establishments
The Bethel Planning and Zoning Commission (P&Z) held a public hearing on March 10, 2015, to hear public comment and decide whether or not to […]
Please Help to Report Potholes: Contact Information
Municipal authorities of Bethel, Danbury, Newtown and Redding are working hard to fill these craters, but ask residents for their help in locating them all. […]
Blumenthal, Murphy, Delauro Encourage CT Veterans To Apply For Warrior-Scholar Project ‘Academic Boot Camps’
National Endowment for the Humanities Grant Enables Program that Started in Connecticut to Expand to 11 Schools Nationwide Report by Paula Antolini March 23, 2015 […]
Happiness … Thought and Poem … by Jeanne Claire Probst
Today we have another wonderful written piece from Jeanne Claire Probst, in our continuing literary series. Report by Paula Antolini March 23, 2015 7:49AM EDT […]
Reminder: Bethel Public Hearing, 2015-2016 Proposed Budget, March 23
All persons entitled to vote at the Annual Town Budget Meeting are invited to make written and oral comments concerning the recommended budget. Report by […]
‘Broadway Classroom’ Theater Barn Kids Summer Workshop
The Theater Workshops showcase student actors ages 8-18 and teach them to shine! Report by Paula Antolini March 22, 2015 1:07PM EDT WORKSHOPS FOR YOUNG […]
Audition Notice: Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf, Ridgefield Theater Barn
The Ridgefield Theater Barn is continuing to hold open auditions for the part of George only for Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf. Report by Paula […]
A Beautiful Day … Thought and Poem … by Jeanne Claire Probst
Today we have another wonderful written piece from Jeanne Claire Probst, in our continuing literary series. Report by Paula Antolini March 22, 2015 11:16AM EDT […]
VIDEO: Bethel First Selectman Matt Knickerbocker Discusses the Upcoming Budget
Knickerbocker: “Very very important that people participate in these meetings. We do have a town meeting form of government, that means that you are the […]
The Howling Wind … Thought and Poem … by Jeanne Claire Probst
Today we have another wonderful written piece from Jeanne Claire Probst, in our continuing literary series. Report by Paula Antolini March 21, 2015 9:29AM EDT […]
Cultural Alliance of Western CT Hosts a 4-Week ‘Build Your Creative Courage’ Workshop
Facilitated by painter and sculptor, Pamela Hochstetter, she has been leading individuals and groups in expressive arts methods for 14 years. Pamela holds a Master […]
Gov. Malloy on Committee Approval of Legislation ‘Lockbox’ Protecting State Transportion Funds
“If we are going to make the type of investments necessary for building a stronger and better transportation system in Connecticut, we must have a […]
Pop Up Gallery Show at ESCAPE: Photography, March 28
Meet in the Gallery from 5-7pm, located at 293 Main Street Danbury, CT. Report by Paula Antolini March 20, 2015 11:29AM EDT Pop Up Gallery […]
Bethel Town Hall Meeting at Library March 23: Sen. Boucher, Reps. Carter, Harding, Discuss Major Issues Defining 2015 Legislative Session
Town hall meeting in Bethel to discuss the major issues defining the 2015 legislative session. This event is free of charge and open to the […]
Donate to Brotherhood-in-Action of Bethel: Food Drive for Easter Concludes March 29
Bins are out at St. Mary Church and Bethel Food. As you know they gratefully accept all shelf-stable foods but right now they’re especially low […]
Battles … Thought and Poem … by Jeanne Claire Probst
Today we have another wonderful written piece from Jeanne Claire Probst, in our continuing literary series. Report by Paula Antolini March 20, 2015 7:28AM EDT […]
Bethel Public Schools on Early Dismissal Friday March 20, Due to Impending Snow Storm
Snow accumulations predicted for Bethel, CT are 2 to 4 inches. Snow will begin approximately 3:00PM and end at approximately 9:00PM. Report by Paula Antolini […]
VIDEO: Senator Boucher on the Controversial Passage of a Bill to Bring Back Tolls
Watch Senator Toni Boucher’s impassioned speech on her No vote against a bill to bring back tolls. Report by Paula Antolini March 19, 2015 7:25PM […]
Sen. Murphy Questions ATF Director About Abandoning Proposal to Ban Armor-Piercing Bullets in USA
The exchange occurred during a U.S. Senate Appropriations Commerce, Justice, Science, and Related Agencies Subcommittee hearing to review the budget request for the Federal Bureau […]
Bethel Public Library Board of Directors Offer $1,000 Scholarship to Bethel High School Senior
The scholarship is awarded to a deserving student who has demonstrated a high level of academic achievement, involvement in extracurricular and community activities, and financial […]
New Bill ‘Supportive School Climate Act of 2015’ Introduced by Democrats, to Stop School-to-Prison Pipeline
“Zero-tolerance policies have disproportionately targeted poor and minority students, particularly those with a history of abuse and neglect, or students with disabilities, and have been […]
Grieving a Cat or Dog … Thought and Poem … By Jeanne Claire Probst
In our beginning literary series we are thrilled to have author/poet/blogger Jeanne Claire Probst join Bethel Advocate as a contributor, sharing her “Thought and Poem” […]
‘In the Paint: Basketball in Contemporary Art’ Exhibit Celebrates the History of the Sport at UConn
In addition to highlighting the basketball-inspired artwork of contemporary artists, In the Paint aims to celebrate the history of the sport at UConn. Report by […]
VIDEO: CT State Sen. Michael McLachlan, ‘I Oppose Expansion of Casinos’
Sen. McLachlan: “Casino expansion is the wrong direction for Connecticut. Danbury is the wrong location for a new casino in Connecticut. This proposal is a […]
Bethel Public Library Upcoming Events, March 18-30
There are many great events happening at the Bethel Public Library this month. Did you know there are movie nights, children and teen programs, family […]
Dog Shelter Fundraiser ‘Tails of Courage Trivia Night’ at The Spot in Bethel, March 28
A portion of the night’s proceeds will go to fund the Tails of Courage dog shelter in Danbury, CT. Report by Paula Antolini March 18, […]
ESCAPE to the Arts Awarded $5,000 from Savings Bank of Danbury
The Regional YMCA of Western Connecticut is proud to announce that its After School program at ESCAPE to the Arts has been awarded a $5,000 […]