🌱 Patch AM: Newtown Shares Free Emergency Health Profile Signup For 911

Happening soon: In Person Preview For Online Estate Auction Tuesday 11/17/26 on the Newtown Patch calendar

🌱 Patch AM: Newtown Death Notices: Remembering Local Residents

You won’t want to miss The Healing Power of Poetry for Children and Teens on the Newtown Patch calendar

🌱 Patch AM: Pickup Truck Rolls Into Lake Zoar In Newtown

Also, don’t miss The Healing Power of Poetry for Children and Teens on the Newtown Patch calendar

🌱 Patch AM: Newtown's Ferris Acres Creamery Ranked No. 2 Ice Cream Shop In World

Also, don’t miss Greenwich Medical Spa Newtown First Look & Ribbon Cutting on the Newtown Patch calendar

🌱 Patch AM: Newtown's playoff week brings two home matchups Tuesday

And check out Thanksgiving, Handled: Fully Cooked Dinners from The Amber Room on the Newtown Patch calendar

🌱 Patch AM: Butcher's Best announces its goodbye after 17 years in Newtown

Make time for Open House on the Newtown Patch calendar

🌱 Patch AM: Butcher's Best Country Market Closing After 17 Years In Newtown

Coming up: UMC Monroe Paper Shredding and Electronics Recycling Fundraiser on the Newtown Patch calendar

5 Things To Know In Newtown: Election Day, Swamp Road Speed Tables, $170K Rail Trail Grant And More

Newtown votes Tuesday, police commissioners hear residents on Swamp Road speed tables and selectmen take up a $170,000 rail trail grant.

Before High School, Every Child Deserves the Chance to Lead

By Sharon Lauer, Head of School, The Unquowa School

Newtown Library To Host Three-Day Gold And Silver Fundraiser

C.H. Booth Library's fundraiser will offer on-site evaluations and payment for accepted gold and silver items.

5 Things To Know In Newtown: Treadwell Turf Field Closed, Early Voting Ends And More

Treadwell Park's turf field is closed until further notice, early voting ends Sunday and the Lions host a Red Cross blood drive Tuesday.

5 Things To Know In Newtown: Early Voting Opens, Fairfield Hills Master Plan Review And More

Early voting opens at the Municipal Center Oct. 19, a committee digs into the Fairfield Hills master plan, and selectmen meet.

Newtown Closes Treadwell Park Turf Field Until Further Notice

Officials say the field's deteriorating surface is unsafe for use, disrupting youth sports practices and games.

5 Things To Know In Newtown: Queen Street Sidewalks Update, ADA Survey, Absentee Ballots And More

Newtown's Borough Burgesses get a Queen Street sidewalks update, the town wants ADA feedback, and absentee ballots are out.

Newtown Weekend Guide: The Lightfoot Band, Amanda Knox And 'Rocky Horror' At Edmond Town Hall

Gordon Lightfoot's band, an evening with Amanda Knox, 'Rocky Horror' and a free movie fill Edmond Town Hall this weekend.

Award-Winning Greenwich Medical Spa Opens in Newtown October 6th

The award-winning medical spa brings 20+ years of expertise, natural-looking aesthetic results and medical wellness services to Newtown.

High Expectations, Without the Assumptions

Understanding how children develop should expand what we believe they can become, not narrow it.

Race For Catherine Returns To Newtown For 6th Year

The annual “5K for Kindness” will bring runners, walkers and families together at Fairfield Hills.

Newtown Moves Forward With $1.67M Community Center Project

The Board of Selectmen approved a contractor for the roughly $1.67 million project.

Newtown Food Drive To Benefit Local Families In Need

Residents are invited to contribute a variety of items during an upcoming community collection.

Newtown Resident Wins Big In Connecticut Lottery

The winning ticket was purchased in Newtown.

$20K CT Lottery Prize Claimed By Sandy Hook Resident

The winning scratch-off ticket was for the 20X Cash 10th Edition game.

Overnight Aquarion Work May Affect Water Service In Part Of Newtown

Low water pressure, temporary outages and discolored water are possible during the overnight project.

Newtown Resident Wins $100K Lottery Prize

A Newtown resident recently purchased a winning ticket at a local business, according to the Connecticut Lottery.

The Power of Play: Why Unquowa Is Reimagining Technology in the Early Years

Why protecting childhood and embracing purposeful technology are not competing ideas, but complementary commitments.

Where To Find First Responder Discounts Near Newtown

From a brand partner: Explore local businesses that offer savings and special deals for law enforcement, firefighters and EMTs.

Bright Years Academy Opens Newtown Location, Bringing Elevated Early Childhood Education to Local Families

The new center, located in the former Learning Experience building, has been completed renovated and reimagined.

Here's The Lineup For Newtown's Summer Concert Series

Free outdoor concerts are scheduled throughout the summer in Newtown.

Sandy Hook LobsterFest Returns Next Week In Newtown

The annual fundraiser hosted by Sandy Hook Volunteer Fire & Rescue will feature lobster, steak and family-friendly activities.

Search Underway For Missing Dog In Newtown

Recovery volunteers said the dog has been missing since Wednesday.

Newtown Earth Day Event To Feature Music, Food, Birds Of Prey

The annual event at Newtown Middle School will feature live music, food, vendors and family-friendly activities.

Newtown Rail Trail Extension Could Move Forward As $50K Push Begins

Officials say the fundraiser will help complete the first phase of a long-planned rail trail extension connecting to a regional path.

Outdoor Basketball Court Approved At Fairfield Hills In Newtown

The project includes a new asphalt court next to an existing playground at the facility.

Music Festival With 10 Bands, Food Trucks Set For Newtown

The event will feature two stages, a beer garden and a mix of national and local acts.

Newtown Nonprofit Gets $150K In State Grants To Provide Local Food

The food pantry is among organizations receiving funding to expand access to Connecticut-grown food.

Where To Find Military Discounts Near Newtown

From a brand partner: Restaurants, home improvement stores and other businesses in the area offer discounts for those who serve.

Newtown Resident Wins $10K Lottery Prize

The winning ticket was sold at a Big Y in New Milford, according to lottery officials.

Newtown Brewery To Host Fundraiser With Live Music, Auctions

The annual event will feature live music, food, auctions and family-friendly activities.

Newtown High School Student Dies Unexpectedly, Mourned By Community

The community is mourning the death of a Newtown High School student.

Newtown Woman Missing Since Last Month Located

Police said the woman has been found.

Keeping Dogs Happy, Healthy, and Moving All Winter Long

When winter weather rolls in, staying active gets tougher, for people and their dogs.

Lamont Orders Flags Lowered Sunday To Mark 13th Anniversary Of Sandy Hook School Shooting

Gov. Ned Lamont orders U.S. and Connecticut flags lowered Sunday to mark the 13th anniversary of the Sandy Hook tragedy.

5 Ways To Observe Veterans Day Around Newtown

Veterans Day is coming up on Tuesday, Nov. 11, with several opportunities around Newtown to honor those who have served.

Newtown Hosts 30th Annual Community Health Fair

Newtown's 30th Annual Community Health Fair will take place on Saturday, October 18, 2025, from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

More Than an Open House, It’s a Fall Celebration

The Fall Open House is part festival, part future— an inside look at the spirit, academics, and traditions that define the Cadet experience.

National Service Dog Month: Dogtopia Drives Change with Care

The Dogtopia Foundation supports veterans with service dogs—while Dogtopia’s daycare services bring joy to pups and pet parents alike.

Living the Mission: St. Joes Students Volunteer in Appalachia

SJHS students spend a week renovating homes and deepening their commitment to volunteerism.

St. Joseph HS’s Percussion Ensemble To Perform at Statewide Showcase

SJHS students prepare to perform at the Connecticut Percussive Arts Society Day of Percussion on March 23, 2025 at Naugatuck High School.

Top 5 Reasons to Enroll Your Child in a BrightPath Child Care Center

From expert educators to a safe, enriching environment, give your child the best start today.

St. Joseph High School’s Mock Trial Triumphs in Comeback Season

After securing victories in two trials, the Team advances to the Connecticut State Playoffs in February.