State Rep. Dan Carter: Bethel Residents Can Track Gov. Spending
You can track state government spending and upcoming budget information, including how it’s formed and revised, through the Office of Fiscal Analysis’ web page. Report […]
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Rep. David Scribner Resigns and Accepts Position with Liquor Control Commission Offered by Gov. Malloy
Special Elections to be Held in Bethel, Bridgeport, Brookfield, Danbury & Stratford Report by Paula Antolini Jan 10, 2014 3:41PM EDT After 16 years in […]
URGENT: Notice of Public Meeting on Jan. 13, 2015 Regarding the Crematorium
Toxic methyl mercury, hearses, and human remains could soon be approved to pollute our little town of Bethel in 10 days. Report by Paula Antolini […]
Petition to Stop the Crematorium in Bethel CT
ATTENTION BETHEL RESIDENTS: Let your voices be heard. We do not want a crematorium in Bethel. Sign the petition. Report and Photography by Paula Antolini […]
Bethel Residents: Office of Legislative Research Report About 2015 Major Issues
A fascinating list of upcoming topics and descriptions of important issues that the General Assembly may face in the coming session. Report by Paula Antolini […]
A Crematorium is Not in the Best Interest of Bethel Residents
Bethel’s Economic Development Commission, stripped of power, paves the way. Report and Photography by Paula Antolini Dec 30, 2014 10:32PM EDT Interview with First Selectman […]
BREAKING NEWS: Bethel’s Economic Development Committee Stripped of Power
The EDC no longer has the power to make rules for the Clarke Business Park and all of the present rules will expire on January […]
Bethel’s State Rep. Dan Carter Urges Safety This Holiday Season
Operation “Stop Another Needless Tragic Accident” (S.A.N.T.A.) was launched last week by State Troopers to save lives and prevent injury. Report by Paula Antolini Dec […]
Regarding Bethel’s Clarke Park: Warning of Bethel Special Town Meeting on Dec 29
Clarke Business Park will be subject of upcoming SPECIAL TOWN MEETING in the Clifford J. Hurgin Municipal Center next week. Report by Paula Antolini Dec […]
BREAKING NEWS: Fire Consumes Home on Blackman Street In Bethel
“The home is severely damaged.” said Police Captain Bruckenthal. See full length video of fire here (make sure sound is on): On the Scene Report […]
Bethel Schools on 2 Hour Delay Today, Dec. 11
Snow and icy roads delay school opening for second time this month. Report by Paula Antolini Dec. 11, 2014 6:12AM EDT Message from Bethel School […]
BREAKING NEWS: Police Report Female Body Found Today in Huntington Park in Redding CT
Bethel, Redding and State Police, Fire Department and State Department of Environmental Protection searched for the body. Report and Photography by Paula Antolini Nov 20, […]
The Second Annual “26 Days of Kindness” Starts Today, Honoring Sandy Hook Victims
From November 19 to December 14 please perform acts of kindness in honor of the 26 lives lost at Sandy Hook Elementary. Report by Paula […]
Attention Bethel Business Owners: Senator Murphy to Host ‘Opportunity Eastern Europe’ Conference for CT Businesses
Murphy will host a conference with local businesses and government officials to highlight export opportunities in Eastern Europe. Report by Paula Antolini Nov 16, 2014 […]
Another School Threat and Lock-In Today in Newtown, at St. Rose of Lima School
Update at 2:30 p.m.: Caller threat determined to be no threat and all students and staff are safe. Report by Paula Antolini Nov 14, 2014 […]
The Bethel 5K ‘Run Santa Run!’ Road Race Will Take Place on Nov. 29
Over 500 participants are expected to be running Bethel’s streets dressed as Santa and Elves to raise funds for Masonicare. Report by Paula Antolini Nov […]
Bethel Police Have Arrested the Juvenile Responsible for a Social Media Threat to BHS
A juvenile has been arrested in connection with making social media threats directed to the Bethel High School last Wednesday. Report by Paula Antolini Nov […]
Senator Murphy Calls on Pentagon to Honor Request to Help Bring Home Remains of Sailors Killed at Pearl Harbor
Info. for Bethel and other veterans and families: It has been over 8 months since the request and the US Department of Defense has still […]
Help the Bethel High School Football Team Win a Chance for Their Game to be Broadcast LIVE on Thanksgiving Day!
Your online vote will help Bethel High School’s Football Team to have their football game televised LIVE on Thanksgiving Day! Report by Paula Antolini Nov […]
Athletic Recruitment Night Meeting Coming to Bethel High School
BHS Athletes in grades 9-12, and their parents, are all welcome to attend. Report by Paula Antolini Nov 12, 2014 2:10PM EDT Bethel High School […]
BREAKING NEWS: Bethel Public Schools Are On a Partial Lock Out Due to Threat to Bethel High School
Social Media threat to Bethel High School causes schools to be cautious and put schools on lock out. Report by Paula Antolini Nov 12, 2014 […]
Livestream Luminous Talks from Parsons the New School for Design: The Changing Room
Attend the live event at Parson’s in New York city. Not able to travel to New York? Join the event via Livestream Nov. 12, 2014 […]
BREAKING NEWS: Dad of Toddler Who Died in Hot Car in Ridgefield Has Been Charged with Criminally Negligent Homicide
Upon learning of the charges and a warrant for his arrest, Seitz turned himself in to Ridgefield Police headquarters at 4:00 p.m. today, according to […]
Veteran’s Day Message from CT State Rep. Dan Carter
Dan Carter sends Veteran’s day message to all. Report by Paula Antolini Nov 11, 2014 12:42PM EDT Dear Friends & Neighbors, This Veteran’s Day, I […]
From the Desk of Rep. David Scribner: Honoring Local Veterans
Representative Scribner would like to extend a message of respect and appreciation to all Connecticut natives who have served. Report by Paula Antolini Nov 11, […]
BREAKING NEWS: Double Truck Crash on I-84 East Closes Road, One Dead
I-84 is expected to be closed for hours due to a spill from one, or both, of the trucks. Detour at exit 8 and take […]
Connecticut Residents Defeat Expanded Early-Voting Proposal
Question number one on ballot was defeated in Connecticut by 52.5 percent of voters. Report by Paula Antolini Nov 6, 2014 8:06AM EDT Question 1 […]
Congratulations to CT State Representative Dan Carter for his Third Term Win over Candace Fay
See unofficial election results here. Celebration party took place on Nov. 4 at Portofino’s in Bethel. Report by Paula Antolini Nov 5, 2014 7:18AM EDT […]
2014 Election Results from the Town of Bethel Registrar of Voters
It was a close race all around but the Republican candidates did well. See election results here. Report by Paula Antolini Nov. 5, 2014 6:01AM […]
Unofficial Bethel Charter Revision Voting Results
Report by Paula Antolini Nov 5, 2014 3:05PM EDT UNOFFICIAL BETHEL CHARTER REVISION VOTING RESULTS: NO BY 952 Question #2 . Shall §C2-2.; C3-4.A. & […]