Read to Provy! Meet Provolone, the Bethel Public Library’s Loveable Service Dog; Read Him a Story!
Each child will read to Provy for 15 minutes. Children should bring their own books or stories. ***** Report by Paula Antolini September 24, 2015 […]
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Byrd’s Books Nan Rossiter ‘Nantucket’ Book Discussion Tonight, Sept. 24
Please join us with New York Times bestselling author Nan Rossiter for a book discussion of her new book Nantucket on Thursday September 24th at 7:00p.m. Report […]
Got Drugs? – DEA’s 10th National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day, Sept. 26
On Saturday, September 26, 2015 from 10:00 am – 2:00 pm local time, communities will team up with law enforcement to host the tenth National […]
Bethel’s Thomas Carruthers and WCSU Foundation/Bethel Arts Are Among 8 REGI Grant Award Recipients
The Cultural Alliance of Western Connecticut has announced that $35,000 from the state’s new Regional Initiative Grant program, has been awarded to eight recipients throughout […]
You’re Invited! First Public Meeting of “BETHEL FORWARD” Community Voices, Oct. 1
Small group discussions will allow your ideas, thought and aspirations to be heard. Your input will become the foundation for BETHEL FORWARD. Report by Paula […]
Pet Lovers Unite! Shop at Talbots Sept. 26 and Support Westport Animal Shelter Advocates, Sen. Boucher Hosting
On Saturday, Sept. 26, 2015, Senator Toni Boucher will be hosting a fundraiser for WASA at Talbots (165 Main Street, Westport, CT), from 10 am […]
Plans for a Bethel Crematorium Go Up In Smoke, Bethel P&Z Denies All Crematorium Applications
P&Z resolution: “The Commission finds that the Special Permit application for locating a crematory use in the subject location will not promote the public health, […]
Yom Kippur—the Day of Atonement—Most Important Holiday in the Jewish Faith
Falling in the month of Tishrei (September or October in the Gregorian calendar), it marks the culmination of the 10 Days of Awe, a period […]
2015 Western CT Police K-9 Challenge, Hosted by the Newtown Kennel Club & 2GHG Friends, Oct. 3
The Newtown Kennel Club (NKC) and the Friends of the Second Company Governor’s Horse Guard (2GHG) will host the 2015 Western CT Police K-9 Challenge […]
Recent Consensus of Planning & Zoning Commission is 4 to 3 to Deny Application for Crematorium in Bethel, Tonight Could Be the Final Vote
The next Planning & Zoning Commission meeting is TONIGHT, Sept. 22, 2015, at 7:00p.m. in the Denis Riodan Room D, Clifford J. Hurgin Muncipal Center, […]
Sen. Murphy Leads Group of Senators in Calling for Preservation of “Buy American” Policies in Trade Negotiations
Senators: “Any further erosion of the Buy American Act would put our defense industrial base – and ultimately our national security—at risk.” Report by Paula […]
Two Bethel HS Students Chosen to Participate with 673 Students from 49 States and Territories to Showcase Talents in Nashville, Oct. 25-28
The All-National Honor Ensembles Concert is one of the many highlights planned for the four-day conference taking place October 25-28. This year’s theme focuses on […]
Congresswoman Esty Offers Amendment to Protect Women’s Access to Health Care
Esty: “Contrary to what many Americans have been led to believe, the bill before us is not about abortion,” Esty said. “This bill would, however, […]
Sen. McLachlan: Malloy’s ‘Misguided’ Cuts Represent Nearly $7M Hit to Danbury Hospital
“These misguided cuts will adversely impact the delivery and quality of health care services in greater Danbury,” Sen. McLachlan said. Report by Paula Antoini September […]
Boucher to State Tax Panel: “We are facing a huge loss in the community if we don’t act swiftly to turn the tide in Connecticut’s business environment.”
Boucher: “The steadily increasing tax burden continues to weigh heavily on the minds of Connecticut’s private citizens and businesses.” Report by Paula Antoini September 21, […]
Sen. Murphy Awarded National Farmers Union’s Golden Triangle for Supporting Family Farmers
U.S. Senator Chris Murphy (D-Conn.) was awarded the National Farmers Union’s 2015 Golden Triangle Award, the organization’s highest legislative honor. The annual award is presented […]
The 3rd Annual ‘Take a Walk in Their Shoes’ Walkathon Event, Feeds the Hungry & Homeless, Oct. 3
The 3rd Annual Take a Walk in Their Shoes Walkathon sponsors the Morning Glory Breakfast Program, feeding the hungry & homeless. It is estimated that […]
Nominate a Veteran for ‘Walk of Honor Warrior Award;’ The 8th Annual Event Pays Tribute to Veterans, Oct. 18
The eighth annual Walk of Honor, will be held on Sunday, October 18, 2015 at 12:00PM to pay tribute to the country’s veterans – both […]
Tonight! The Michael Brothers at Portofino in Bethel, 6 p.m.
The Bacon Brothers can’t make it to Portofino in Bethel tonight so we’re sending in… …The Michael Brothers! Will Michael on Sax, Vocals, and Cajon […]
Bethel Republicans First Pig Roast ‘Cutting the Pork,’ Oct. 10, at The Spot
Help us “Cut the Pork” …a donation of $40 to the Bethel Republican Town Committee would be greatly appreciated. Report by Paula Antolini September 20, […]
NASA: Rare Supermoon Eclipse Will Occur, For First Time in More Than 30 Years, on Sept. 27
You’ll be able to witness a supermoon in combination with a lunar eclipse. Late on Sept. 27, 2015, in the U.S. and much of the […]
September is ‘No Kid Hungry’ Month, Spread the Word About Hunger Awareness, GO ORANGE on Sept. 25
There will be a food drive at all Bethel Public Schools on Friday, September 25th and encourage students to donate a kid-friendly food item; kid-friendly […]
Sen. Murphy to Ride Metro-North Waterbury Branch Line, Hold Press Conference in Bridgeport, Sept. 21
On Monday, U.S. Senator Chris Murphy (D-Conn.), a member of the U.S. Senate Appropriations Subcommittee on Transportation, will ride the Waterbury Branch Rail Line from […]
Bethel Public Schools New Improved Student Assessment System Aims for More Comprehensive Information and Better Feedback to Parents and Teachers
Dr. Carver: “Dr. Brooks, the administrative team and I felt it was critical to communicate the rationale for the shift and the impact it will […]
PHOTOS: Will Duff Wins the Bethel Republican Primary Election For First Selectman GOP Nominee, Celebration Followed
Duff: “The Republican Party made its decision tonight. Everybody pulled together with a positive campaign. Going forward we have to stick to the message, smaller […]
Letter to the Editor from Fran Pulle: ‘Will Duff, the UNpolitician’
Seemingly from a gentler time and place Duff stands apart from today’s current crop of sweet-talking vote seekers. Spend a few minutes with Will and […]
Cultural Alliance of Western CT “Business Supports The Arts” Awards Breakfast at Matrix Corporate Center, Oct. 15, Honors Local Businesses and Individuals
Highly anticipated each year, “Business Supports the Arts” serves to increase visibility for arts and culture in Western Connecticut while gathering together many prominent leaders […]
Bethel Community Food Pantry Reorganizes As Independent Community Venture
The move is designed to allow the pantry, which has been in operation at St. Thomas’ Episcopal Church since 1993, to attract broader support and […]
Sen. Murphy to Call for Adoption of Long Island Sound Dredged Material Management Plan, Sept. 14
Murphy will underscore his support for the DMMP and emphasize that without implementation of the DMMP, Connecticut will see a 15% loss in navigation-dependent economic […]
Letter to the Editor: John J. Kelly Endorses Will Duff for First Selectman in Republican Primary Election
John J. Kelly: “Don’t miss this opportunity to give us the best qualified candidate for a better Bethel.” Report by Paula Antolini September 12, 2015 […]