What Is the Refugee Approval Process in the USA? Can Governors Ban Refugees from their State?
President Obama: “… slamming the doors in their faces would be a betrayal of our values.” Report by Paula Antolini November 8, 2015 8:32AM EDT […]
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PHOTOS: Bethel Forward Charette Drop-In Today and First Public Meeting Tonight at 7 p.m., Nov. 17
Did you get a chance to attend the first day of the “Drop-In” Charette today? It ended at 6:00 p.m. but the Charette Public Meeting […]
Trailer Box Project’s Holiday Extravaganza to Benefit Ann’s Place, Holiday Reception Nov. 21
This will be a Benefit show of artist made Holiday Ornaments, price range, $20.00 – $2.00 and 100% of all ornament sales will go to […]
Details Leaked About Budget Negotiations Between Republicans, Democrats, and Malloy Administration
Plans proposed by the Republicans and the Malloy administration were supposed remain private but were leaked. Report by Paula Antolini November 14, 2015 7:17AM EDT […]
Gov. Malloy Announces Enhanced Upgrades to Department of Transportation’s Winter Maintenance Fleet
Governor Dannel P. Malloy and Connecticut Department of Transportation (CTDOT) Commissioner James Redeker today announced that – with the winter season steadily approaching – the […]
Breaking World News: Series of Attacks in Paris France, Hostages Held, Dozens Dead, Borders Closed, State of Emergency Issued by French President
A series of suspected terrorist attacks took place earlier today in Paris, France, in four separate locations. Report by Paula Antolini November 13, 2015 7:00PM […]
Bethel Forward Charrette Public Meetings, Nov. 17 and 19, and Drop-Ins Nov. 17-18-19
The Charrette is open to the public. Residents are encouraged to participate in the development of the plan by dropping in and attending two scheduled […]
Senator Murphy Statement on Paris Attacks
Murphy: “My heart sunk into my chest when I heard the news of another terrorist attack in Paris. Now is the time for America to […]
VIDEO: Ten Bethel High School Students Inducted Into the Tri-M Music Honor Society
The Tri-M Music Honor Society is the international music honor society for middle/junior high and high school students. It is designed to recognize students for […]
VIDEO: ‘FINISH LINE: Michael Kacer. War Veteran, Star Athlete and Inspirational Portrait of a Hero.’
There are many kinds of “finish lines” in life, and Michael Kacer has certainly crossed many of them with bravery, stamina and a positive outlook. […]
Remembering Our Veterans with Gratitude on November 11, 2015
Boucher: “It is a privilege to honor our veterans, our men and women who served in the military. We must remember that our freedom did […]
VIDEO: Uplifting Ceremony to Honor Veterans, at Bethel High School on Nov. 10
The 2nd Annual Veterans Ceremony took place at Bethel High School, 300 Whittlesey Drive in Bethel, CT, at 9:00 a.m. on November 10, 2015. The Bethel […]
Facebook is Censoring Links to Competitor Social Network Tsu and Deleting Old Mentions
Log in to Facebook, create a post, and type in “Tsu.co.” Facebook will censor the link on all its platforms. That means facebook.com, as well […]
Gov. Malloy, Lt. Gov. Wyman and Officials Open Connecticut State Veterans Memorial
Located inside of Minuteman Park at the intersection of Capitol Avenue and Broad Street in Hartford – directly in front of the William A. O’Neill […]
Stamford RR Garage Saga Drags On, ‘Talking Transportation’ by Jim Cameron
The nearly decade-long struggle to replace the crumbling Stamford railroad station parking garage has taken another bizarre turn: the CDOT now wants to spend $1.5 […]
Gov. Malloy Announces Opening of Department of Correction’s Veterans’ Unit to Provide Unique Support Services for Inmates Re-Entering Society
Governor Dannel P. Malloy and Department of Correction (DOC) Commissioner Scott Semple today joined state officials and advocates at a ceremony to open the newly […]
Family-School Compact for Achievement, Bethel Public Schools
The parents and staff developed these Family-School Compacts for Achievement. Report by Paula Antolini November 9, 2015 7:10PM EDT Family-School Compact for Achievement, Bethel […]
President Obama’s Facebook Page Launched by the White House
Today it’s official, President Barack Obama now has his own Facebook page. Report by Paula Antolini November 9, 2015 6:58PM EDT President Obama’s Facebook Page […]
Win a Car! Girls Night Out Celebrates Its 10th Anniversary, Nov. 20
Promotions in Motion, a Danbury-based events production company is gearing up for its 10th Annual Girls Night Out to be held Friday, November 20, 2015, […]
Political and Public Policy #Transparency Page Launched by Twitter
Twitter unveiled a new page, policy.twitter.com, which will show the company’s position on critical policy issues and Twitter’s political endeavors. Report by Paula Antolini November 8, […]
Bethel Arts and Scotty Fund “Night of the Caribou” Art Opening Nov. 14
The Scotty Fund and Bethel Arts have teamed up to create some unique art pieces by local artists. Each artist has painted a caribou in […]
Connecticut State Veterans Memorial Opening Ceremony, Nov. 9
The Connecticut State Veterans Memorial on Capitol Avenue in Hartford will officially open to the public on Monday, November 9, after more than two years […]
PHOTOS: Matt Knickerbocker Wins a Fourth Term as Bethel First Selectman
In a battle that covered topics ranging from taxes to snow plowing, Matt Knickerbocker (D) won his fourth term as First Selectman of Bethel, CT, […]
VOTE in Bethel’s Municipal Election TODAY!
Read about candidates, see ballot and find your voting district and location here. Report by Paula Antolini November 3, 2015 1:02AM EDT VOTE in Bethel’s […]
The Results of the Bethel Advocate Election Survey 2015 Are Here!
Residents’ actual comments are underneath the totals on the charts. Some answers may surprise you! Report by Paula Antolini November 2, 2015 11:59PM EDT The […]
Local Bethel Business Owner Takes Action, Recommends Election Candidates in Large Display Ad
Gross is concerned about zoning boards because he is a newer property owner in Clarke Business Park and purchased his property in early 2015, but […]
Nov. 2nd VIDEO: Republican Candidates Will Duff and Paul Szatkowski Discuss Candidates and Issues on ‘Eye on Bethel’
View other videos soon: Republican Candidates Will Duff and Paul Szatkowski Will Discuss Issues on ‘Eye on Bethel,’ Nov. 2nd and 3rd. Report by Paula […]
‘An Important Message for Parents’ from Matt Knickerbocker
Knickerbocker: “It is difficult to come to any other conclusion concerning this “platform” other than it is reckless, irresponsible, and simply panders to voter’s concern […]
Republican Candidate Cynthia McCorkindale Will ‘Fight Back Against Wasteful Spending’ on Bethel Board of Finance, Has Dan Carter Endorsement
Carter: “Over time I have come to appreciate those in our town who fight back against what they consider to be wasteful spending, especially in […]
‘Armistice’ Team Red White & Blue Will Hold a Work Out Day ‘WOD for Warriors’ to Honor Veterans, Nov. 14
Get ready for an awesome workout and social event on Bethel’s Municipal Center Green with music, food and beverages! This is a great way to […]