A Stroll Down Memory Lane: ‘The Boomers’ by Frances Pulle
“We didn’t know war–that would come later–we knew prosperity. We knew split-levels ‘n’ ranches built on abandoned potato farms in Long Island…We knew Schwinn bikes, […]
Bethel Connecticut
Alice’s Birthday Sale at Byrd’s Books, Offering 25 Percent Off!
Alice’s Birthday is Thursday February 18th and we are celebrating with a SALE Wednesday 2/17 – Saturday 2/20! Report by Paula Antolini February 17, 2016 […]
Gov. Malloy and White House Drug Policy Director Announce New ‘Pay for Success’ Initiative
Governor Dannel P. Malloy, White House National Drug Control Policy Director Michael Botticelli, Commissioner on Children, Youth and Families Rafael López, Connecticut Department of Children […]
Bethel Public Utilities Commission Alerts Residents to a Drinking Water Violation that Contains Trihalomethanes
Bethel Public Utilities Commission message to residents: Our water system recently violated a drinking water standard. Although this incident was not an emergency, as our […]
Bethel Board of Education Will Present Budget to BOF/BOS Feb. 22nd
After a series of workshops, the Bethel Board of Education has adopted a budget. The revised figure is a 1.63% increase over last year’s budget. […]
United Way Honors Bethel Brotherhood in Action During Upcoming 3rd Annual ‘Hometown Heroes’ Benefit Dinner, Feb. 27
On February 27, 2016, United Way of Western Connecticut (UWWC) will host its third annual Hometown Heroes Benefit Dinner at The Amber Room Colonnade in […]
Rep. Harding Proposes Nearly Thirty Pieces of New Legislation
Only a week into the freshly opened legislative session, State Representative Stephen Harding (R-107) wrote to several committees requesting them to consider nearly thirty pieces […]
What They’re Saying: Leaders and Community Members Show Solid Support for Gov. Malloy’s Opioid Legislation
Community members, health experts, and other officials are testifying today at a public hearing of the General Assembly’s Public Health Committee in support of legislation […]
Bethel Presently Has 419 Eversource Customers Without Power
Bethel presently has 419 customers (5 percent of Eversource customers) without service out of 8,515 total. Report by Paula Antolini February 16, 2016 5:10PM […]
Sen. Murphy Applauds Coordinated State Response to Address Opioid Crisis; Urges Action in Congress
Today, U.S. Senator Chris Murphy, a member of the U.S. Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions (HELP) Committee, applauded recent efforts in the state to […]
NWS: Heavy Rain and Strong Wind Gusts 58 MPH Possible, Could Down Trees and Power Lines
STRONG GUSTY WINDS WILL CONTINUE THIS AFTERNOON AHEAD OF AN APPROACHING COLD FRONT. WIND GUSTS BETWEEN 35 AND 40 MPH ARE LIKELY THIS AFTERNOON WHICH […]
Cultural Alliance of Western CT Celebrates Its 10th Year, Offering 10 Events and 10 Workshops in 2016
Turning ten-years-old is a milestone. It’s double digits, almost tweens. With its opening of the exhibition, Impact Arts Collection with Works by Frank Kara, at @287 Gallery & […]
Bethel Legal Notices: Jan. 7 – Feb. 16, 2016
Legal Notices published in print newspapers for the Town of Bethel, CT. Report by Paula Antolini February 16, 2016 12:25PM EDT Bethel Legal […]
P&Z to Hold Public Hearing on March 8th About Amending Expiration Date of Medical Marijuana Moratorium Zoning Regs
The Bethel Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on March 8th 2016 at 7:00pm in the Riordan Room D, 1 School Street, […]
Urgent Winter Weather Advisory, Snow and Freezing Rain, Slippery Roads, Low Visibility on Monday
A WINTRY MIX FROM MONDAY AFTERNOON INTO MONDAY NIGHT. Report by Paula Antolini February 14, 2016 11:54PM EDT Urgent Winter Weather Advisory, Snow […]
FEMA Home Heating Fire Safety; Heat Complaints with Landlords
Follow these heating tips to help maintain a fire-safe home this winter. Report by Paula Antolini February 14, 2016 10:01PM EDT FEMA Home […]
Warming Centers & Cold Weather Information Near Bethel CT
United Way 2-1-1 is Connecticut’s statewide, 24 hour, information and referral service. The towns listed have opened designated warming centers. If your town/city is not […]
Gov. Malloy Announces State Grants to Assist Fifteen Small Towns with Capital Improvement Projects
Governor Dannel P. Malloy announced that fifteen towns throughout Connecticut have been approved to receive funding under the state’s Small Town Economic Assistance Program (STEAP), […]
Keep Warm by the Bethel Advocate Fire! Where to Buy Firewood in the Area
Are you prepared for the brutally cold weather we are having this week? See where to buy firewood, and keep “warm” by the fire below. […]
Brutal Cold in Bethel Connecticut! Temperature -3. Wind Chill Between -5 and -15.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS … A WIND CHILL WARNING MEANS THE COMBINATION OF VERY COLD AIR AND STRONG WINDS WILL CREATE DANGEROUSLY LOW WIND CHILL VALUES. THIS […]
Happy Valentine’s Day! Did You Forget to Buy a Gift? These Stores Are Open in Bethel Today. Shop Local!
Did you wake up today and think “OOPS! I forgot it was Valentine’s Day!” Are you in the dog house today? See the list below […]
NWS 7-Day Weather Forecast for Bethel; Hazardous Weather Conditions from Feb. 13-14 for CT
Wind Chill Warning in effect from February 13, 01:00 PM EST until February 14, 12:00 PM EST. Report by Paula Antolini February 13, 2016 8:57AM […]
National Weather Service Issues Weather Warning for Dangerously Cold Wind Chill Factor, ‘Life Threatening Levels’ in CT
TEMPERATURES TONIGHT INTO EARLY SUNDAY MORNING WILL FALL TO ZERO TO 3 DEGREES BELOW ZERO IN AND AROUND THE NEW YORK CITY AND NEW JERSEY […]
Local Restaurants and Specials for Valentine’s Day in Bethel Connecticut
Delectable dinner and beverage choices right in our home town of Bethel! Mouth watering, visually pleasing dishes, and creative menus will impress you Valentine this […]
Call to Artists: Ives Concert Park Launches Juried Fine Art and Crafts Show, June 11-12
The nonprofit Friends of the Ives will present the first “Art at Ives, Juried Fine Art & Crafts Show” from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday […]
Sen. Boucher is an Honorary Chairperson at the AKC’s Annual ‘Meet the Breeds’ Event, Feb. 13
“I am honored to join other elected officials for this cause and thank the AKC for the work it does in promoting responsible dog ownership […]
Happy Presidents’ Weekend! How Much Do You Know About United States Presidents?
How much do you know about our past presidents? Learn More About Each President here. Report by Paula Antolini February 12, 2016 11:00AM EDT […]
What’s Open and What’s Closed on Presidents’ Weekend
While retail stores, restaurants, and even a few banks will be open on February 16, the U.S. Post Office will be closed on the federal […]
Danbury Legislative Update 2016 with Sen. McLachlan, Reps. Carter, Harding, Giegler, and Smith, Feb. 29
WHEN: Monday, February 29, 2016 from 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.; WHERE: Danbury City Hall Council Chambers, 155 Deer Hill Avenue, Danbury, CT. Report […]
Cold Weather Pet Safety for Dogs, Cats and Horses
Cold weather poses serious threats to your pets’ health. Here are some tips to keep your pets safe during cold weather. Report by Paula Antolini […]