Possible Layoffs for Some of Bethel’s 69 Non-Tenured Teachers Could Occur by May 1
On Wednesday, $542,000 was cut from the budget by the Board of Finance, with more than 50% cut from the education budget. District officials are […]
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A Bethel $500,000 Grant Is In Jeopardy, Approved in 2007 and Never Used, Might Be Too Late To Recover
Bethel officials just discovered a $500,000 grant that was approved in 2007 and never used, however, it might be too late to recover the funds. […]
Bethel Garden Club Annual Plant Sale is May 16 Behind the United Methodist Church
The popular event features tried-and-true locally grown perennials at bargain prices, organic heirloom tomato plants, garden-related items, and a raffle. Report by Paula Antolini April […]
Sen. Boucher: ‘We Must Work Together to Find A Different Way’
“This is a $2 Billion tax plan that will further drive jobs and people out of state. We must work together to find a different […]
Bethel Arts ‘Mommy and Me’ Painting Class at ARTSPACE, Saturday, May 9
Kids grab your Moms (or Dads) and join us for a special painting class! Local artists Karen Hess and Missy Hopkins will help you create […]
Bethel Public Library Art Gallery in May; Ted Taylor Oil Paintings and Gary J. Stanford Photography
The Bethel Public Library is pleased to invite the public to view the fine work of two local artists during the month of May. Each […]
On Location with Local Filmmaker Pete Alcide; Making of the Movie ‘Indemnification Claimed;’ Red Carpet Premiere May 3, Bethel Cinema
While the temperatures were still in the single digits, local filmmaker Pete Alcide, of PeteMEDIA, was hard at work filming his third movie “Indemnification Claimed” […]
Changes Can Drive a Person Crazy … 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 April 29, 2015 8:25AM EDT […]
‘Chaski Fest’ and ‘Danbury Ride of Silence’ on Danbury Green, May 9 and 20
Chaski is the Quechua word (native Andean language) for messenger. On Saturday, May 9th, 12:00pm to 8:00pm, the CityCenter Danbury Green at Ives Street will […]
Is the Bethel Proposed Crematorium Applicant McLoughlin Following Procedure Properly? A Recap of What Transpired at the Last Crematorium Public Hearing
“Right now this plan violates your own regulations,” said Attorney Neil Marcus to the P&Z, about the crematorium site plan. Report by Paula Antolini […]
Senator McLachlan Touts Alternative Budget to Help Vets, Hospitals, Needy Residents
Senator McLachlan said the plan, a Blueprint for Prosperity, is balanced, under the state’s constitutional spending cap, restores vital social service programs for the neediest […]
Crematorium P&Z Meeting Tomorrow; Please Sign the Petition to STOP THE CREMATORIUM
If you want to protect Bethel’s air, water and soil from being polluted by toxic chemicals from a proposed crematorium, and also protect real estate […]
Lessons in Life Get Us To Where We Are Today …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 April 27, 2015 10:06AM EDT […]
Bethel Arts Grand Opening Celebration of ‘ARTSPACE’ and Evening Artists Reception, in New Location
“The transformation is amazing,” is what most people were saying yesterday about the new Bethel Arts Gallery that had its Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting […]
Murphy, Activists Celebrate Victory for Connecticut’s Elderly, Youth and Medical Communities
Bipartisan legislation signed into law will replace SGR formula, avoid a 21% cut in Medicare rates, provide funding to health centers and extend funding for […]
The Local Art Community Gathered at the Jim Felice Trailer Box Gallery “Three Plus One” Artists Reception and Exhibit
The Trailer Box Gallery was the place to be this past weekend as the local artist community and others who love art gathered to view […]
How to Help Victims of Nepal Earthquake; Officials Confirm 2200 Killed
Donate through these agencies. Report by Paula Antolini April 26, 2015 11:03AM EDT People stand on the runway outside the International Terminal after a earthquake […]
Senator Boucher: More Detailed Information About the Republican ‘Blueprint for Prosperity’
While most other states have recovered from the deep recession and are prospering, Connecticut faces another $121 million deficit in the budget that ends June […]
Today Republican Legislators Outlined ‘Blueprint for Prosperity’ Spending Plan
The Republican Blueprint for Prosperity, which is balanced under the spending cap, restores vital social service programs for the neediest residents, reforms taxes, and institutes […]
11 Families Claim No Association with Sandy Hook Promise; Controversy Continues with Tim McGraw/Sandy Hook Promise Concert
The controversy continues, as the date approaches for the Sandy Hook Promise concert, scheduled for July 17 at the Xfinity Theatre in Hartford Connecticut. Report […]
BREAKING NEWS: Statue of Liberty and Liberty Island Evacuated Due to Security Concerns
The the National Parks Service said that the Statue of Liberty and Liberty Island were evacuated shortly before 1:00 p.m. Friday, April 24, 2015, due […]
Is “Thank You” Ever Enough… Thought and Poem … by Jeanne Claire Probst
A Tribute to Doctors and Nurses Worldwide! Today we have another wonderful written piece from Jeanne Claire Probst, in our continuing literary series. Report by […]
Sen. Boucher Honors Wilton’s Weatherwax for Post-9/11 Advocacy
The September 11 attacks changed Weatherwax’s life forever, leading her to become an advocate and activist for her colleagues. She has been a leading voice […]
Nighttime Milling and Resurfacing, I-84 Eastbound and Westbound in Danbury, April to July
The milling and resurfacing of a 5.1 mile stretch of I-84 east and westbound, between exits 3 and 8, began on April 19 and will […]
BREAKING NEWS: President Obama Apologized for Death of Two Hostages Via American Counterterrorism Attacks: ‘Mistakes, Sometimes Deadly Mistakes, Can Occur’
Obama said, “I take full responsibility for all our counterterrorism operations…I profoundly regret what happened. On behalf of the United States government I offer our […]
EARTH DAY: Wish List… 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 April 22, 2015 10:00AM EDT […]
Bethel Legal Notices, April 11 to 21
Legal Notices published in print newspapers for the Town of Bethel, CT. Report by Paula Antolini April 21, 2015 11:58PM EDT BETHEL: Public Notice to […]
Results of April 21 Bethel Budget Vote: In Close Vote, Town and School Budgets Not Approved
Education Budget not approved (by 3 votes); Town budget not approved (by 29 votes). Recount taking place this week. Report by Paula Antolini April 21, […]
Durbin, Murphy, Cartwright Introduce Legislation to Meet Demand for High-Quality Prosthetic Care for Veterans
Today’s legislative package is divided into two bills, the “Wounded Warrior Workforce Enhancement Act” and the “Wounded Warrior Research Enhancement Act,” to improve orthotics and […]
Time Will Get Here Fast Enough…Who Knew? … 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 April 21, 2015 12:33PM EDT […]