Tips from MADD: How to Prevent Someone from Driving Drunk
The best way to prevent someone from driving drunk is to make a plan for a sober designated driver, and make sure everyone agrees to […]
Month: December 2015
Bethel Advocate Wishes You a Safe and Happy New Year 2016
In the United States, the most iconic New Year’s tradition is the dropping of a giant ball in New York City’s Times Square at the […]
Where to ‘Party Local’ at Bethel Bars and Restaurants for the New Year’s Celebration
Remember to “Shop Local”and patronize restaurants and bars in Bethel for your New Year’s Celebration. So many to choose from! Report by Paula Antolini December […]
State Troopers Prepare for New Year’s Holiday Enforcement
The Connecticut State Police will remain very active to enhance public safety on all highways and roads in Connecticut this New Year’s Holiday. Troopers will […]
Rep. Dan Carter: New ‘January 1st’ Laws
With the start of a new year, several new laws go into effect on January 1st that may directly affect you, your business or your […]
Senator Boucher: Connecticut’s Transportation Roller Coaster
The Republican Caucus has a plan to fix our transportation system, to invest in our business community, to get mothers and fathers home from work […]
‘Curriculum Night’ at Bethel High School for 8th, 9th, 10th & 11th Grade Students, Jan. 28
On Thursday, January 28, 2016 from 6-8 p.m. Bethel High School will host its annual Curriculum Evening to present the diverse curriculum opportunities and special program/services […]
Byrd’s Books Continues the Great Writing Workshops with Novelist/Columnist Judith Marks-White
Writing Workshops with Judith Marks-White begin 2016 Report by Paula Antolini December 29, 2015 11:40AM EDT Byrd’s Books Continues the Great Writing Workshops with Novelist/Columnist […]
Gregory J. Marciano, Founder of CT Coining, Passed Away at 84
Gregory J. Marciano, 84, of Danbury, beloved husband of Elsie (Watson) Marciano, died peacefully at Danbury Hospital on Saturday, December 26th. Report by Paula Antolini […]
‘The Traveling Wilder’ Antiques Shop in Bethel Expands into Second Storefront
Be sure to check out the beautiful new space of The Traveling Wilder Antiques Shop at 180 Greenwood Avenue in Bethel, CT. Report by […]
Merry Christmas to All! The True Meaning of Christmas
The true meaning of Christmas is the celebration of the birth of Jesus who lived in Israel 2,000 years ago and who died on the […]
Join the Bethel Republican Town Committee
The Bethel Republican Town Committee is an organization that depends on the dedicated efforts of its members. Report by Paula Antolini December 24, 2014 8:48PM EDT […]
Transportation Predictions for 2016, ‘Talking Transportation’ by Jim Cameron
Cameron: “Everybody writes ‘year in review’ stories. But rather than dwell on the past, I’ve got the guts to predict the future! Here’s what will […]
Rep. Dan Carter: Prevention is Key to Fighting Homelessness in Connecticut
Carter: “This session I plan to fight for legislation that will make housing, education and healthcare more affordable to residents across Connecticut. I hope to […]
Bethel Pro-Access Teen Center Director Hilda DeLucia Is Leaving to Pursue Another Venture
First Selectman Knickerbocker stated he would be contacting the town Comptroller and the Human Resource Director to discuss the future position and to advertise this […]
Sen. Boucher Renews Call for Hearings to Review DMV Computer Upgrades and Long Wait Times
Boucher: “Residents are taking full days off from work to get their DMV business completed. This father’s daughter was moved to tears by her experience. […]
How to Travel by Air with Holiday Gifts and Not Have TSA Open Them: What’s Allowed, What’s Not
According to the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) wrapped gifts are allowed in carry-on or checked luggage but further inspection may be required after initial the […]
Newtown Legislators Oppose “Band-Aid” Budget Bill
Calling it another “Band-Aid” fix to Connecticut’s chronic budget problems, Newtown legislators State Sen. Tony Hwang, Rep. Mitch Bolinsky, Rep. J.P. Sredzinski, and Rep. Dan Carter voted […]
Gov. Malloy: Connecticut’s Private Sector Recovers All Jobs Lost from the Great Recession
Monthly Jobs Report Shows State Has Increased 26,800 Nonfarm Jobs over the Year, Unemployment at Lowest Rate since March 2008 Report by Paula Antolini December […]
Reps. Rebimbas and Harding Took Part in Human Trafficking Summit at Gateway Community College
Human trafficking is the buying, selling and smuggling of people to profit from their forced labor or sexual servitude. While every state criminalizes at least […]
Senator Boucher Responds to UConn Trustees Plan to Hike Tuition 31%
“I am deeply disappointed that the tuition for attending our flagship university will be raised 31% especially during these tough economic times for our residents […]
CT State Senator Boucher: Special Session Wrap-up
Boucher: “I will continue to highlight these fiscal issues in the coming weeks and months until structural budget changes are made which put Connecticut back […]
Residents Voted YES To Approve Funding a New $13.5M Bethel Police Station
Congratulations to the Bethel Police Department for a winning referendum vote to approve funding for a new Bethel Police Station. Report and Photography by […]
Help the Bethel PD Capture a Man Suspected of Placing Skimmer Devices at ATMs
Bethel Police are looking to identify this man. He is a suspect in the placement of a device in Bethel, CT. Report by Paula Antolini […]
Christmas Will Have a Full Moon For First Time Since 1977
This year, December’s moon reaches peak size on Christmas Day, at 6:11 a.m. EST, according to Fred Espenak, an eclipse and moon expert with NASA’s […]
Creativity Mirrored Artists’ Life Experiences at the ‘Reflections’ Exhibit, Opening Night at Bethel ArtSpace
Among many exciting events happening in Bethel this past weekend, one of the hot spots was on Saturday night at Bethel ArtSpace, 91 Greenwood Avenue […]
VIDEO: Rep. Harding on the Legislature’s Special Session: Hidden Motives and Veiled Truths
Harding: “We are already projecting to find ourselves sunk into a $350 million deficit a mere six months from now.” Report by Paula Antolini December […]
The Most Difficult Moment: How Do You Give a Mom Photos of Her Deceased Child from the Sandy Hook Tragedy?
The veterinarian office was full of festive decorations and holiday treats and people were in a celebratory mood. Santa was about to arrive so attendees […]
OPINION: ‘Bethel Police Station − YES’ Political Action Committee Urges a YES Vote On Dec. 17th for New Bethel Police Station
“BETHEL POLICE STATION − YES”, a political action committee, urges a YES vote for the construction of a new Police Safety building in Bethel. If […]
Remembering the 3-Year Anniversary of the Tragedy at Sandy Hook Elementary School, December 14, 2012
Please take a moment of silence today to remember the individuals who perished on December 14th three years ago. We can never forget. Do an […]