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See all »Dear Editor, Wow … On voter turnout (plus 21 percent), on percentage of yes votes (plus 60 percent) and on level of energy (Richter scale 8.5!). The town’s residents have emphatically made their opinion felt and known. This is going to be very helpful for all of us moving forward in a specific direction based on the town’s vote. Appreciate all the various town entities involved in the budget process, as well as the residents’ feedback. Particularly appreciate the first selectman’s ability in being able to navigate this budget cycle based upon all the various entities’ input he had received.…
Read MoreMONROE, Conn. — Voters overwhelmingly supported the $113.6 million town budget proposal for fiscal year 2026-27 at referendum Tuesday, approving it by a vote of 1,864…
Read MoreNEWTOWN, Conn. — Newtown High School senior Claire DiNoto, founder and president of the College Application Prep (NHS CAP) Club, is organizing a silent art auction…
Read MoreDaniel S. Greenberg, of Newtown, Conn., passed away peacefully surrounded by family on April 22, 2026. He was 76. Danny was born to Leonard and Celeste…
Read MoreDear Members of the Monroe Board of Finance, I am writing to you today as a concerned registered Republican resident of Monroe and a strong advocate for our children’s education. I am deeply troubled by the proposed $1.6 million cut…
Read MoreDear Editor, Regarding the Municipal Budget, I cannot help feeling that the proposed cuts made by Councilman Jason Maur last evening was more political theatre than constructive input. Councilman Maur had made proposed cuts of $5,394 in total across multiple…
Read MoreMONROE. Conn. — Eleven parents, some of whom are teachers and para educators in the Monroe school system, spoke in favor of restoring $1.85 million in funding removed from Superintendent Joseph Kobza’s budget proposal for 2026-27 during the public participation…
Read MoreMonroe Town Council approves municipal expenses, entire budget proposal heads to finance board
MONROE, Conn. — The Town Council unanimously approved a $35,257,112 municipal budget Monday night, sending it to the Board of Finance, which will hold workshops on the entire town budget, which includes $76.7 million for Monroe’s public schools. Town Councilman…
Read MoreTo the Editor, I write this perhaps late, yet sincere letter with wholehearted support for Monroe Public Schools and in hope that our town funding allocations may be reconsidered. Unfortunately, I cannot present live testimony as I have many personal…
Read MoreTo the Editor: I have been reading all the articles and comments from my fellow Monrovians; you all make valid points and are passionate about our children’s education. That being said, can someone comment (guesstimate) how much my taxes would…
Read MoreMONROE, Conn. — Nominations are now being accepted for the 2026-27 Monroe Para Educator of the Year. The selection committee is happy to receive nominations from parents, students, colleagues and members of the community. Links to the nomination form are…
Read MoreMONROE, Conn. — Many parents strongly oppose proposals to move eighth grade to Masuk High School, close the STEM Academy and eliminate freshmen sports, as well as eight-to-11 certified staff and five-to-seven non-certified staff positions, among numerous adjustments Superintendent Joseph…
Read MoreDear Editor, Wow … On voter turnout (plus 21 percent), on percentage of yes votes (plus 60 percent) and on level of energy (Richter scale 8.5!). The town’s residents have emphatically made their opinion felt and known. This is going to be very helpful for all of us moving forward…
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Business
See all »Felipe Simplicio decided to learn jiu jitsu to defend himself at age 16, while growing up in his native country of Brazil, but it soon evolved into a love of the sport, numerous medals won in tournaments and to teaching students at his own academy, RedZone Jiu Jitsu, which opened in Clock Tower Square, 477 Main St. in Monroe, Conn., on February 3, 2025. “Since I was 13, I was bullied in school and thought, ‘I’m done with this,'” Simplicio said during a recent interview at RedZone. “I wanted to be able to protect myself. I fell in love with…
Read MoreMONROE, Conn. — Town Fair Tire wants to move into the former Rite Aid pharmacy building at the corner of Route 111 and Cross Hill Road…
Read MoreFAIRFIELD COUNTY, Conn. — In a major development for the regional and Connecticut real estate market, Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Gaetano Marra Homes announced…
Read MoreMONROE, Conn. — Alfonzo DeSimone Sr., a Neapolitan immigrant, prepared pizza pies in his business, Savoy Bakery, in the rear of the three-family home he and…
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Sports
See all »BETHEL, Conn. — The Jockey Hollow Middle School track and field team recently traveled to Bethel to compete against Bethel, Whisconier and Dover middle schools in its first meet of the year. Several Lions placed in the top five in their events, on a day with five first place finishes. “We are so proud of every student on our team,” said Donald Casey Jr., who is in his fourth year as Jockey Hollow’s coach. “Each student tried their best and established personal records in their events. Overall, a superb effort by the entire team.” Below are the top five performers…
Read MoreMONROE, Conn. — Teamwork and a sense of community were on full display this spring in the gyms of Monroe’s elementary schools. Stepney, Fawn Hollow and…
Read MoreMasuk High’s baseball team followed up a 10-7 loss to host Pomperaug on April 24 with a pair of convincing wins, 16-2 at Bassick on Monday…
Read MoreMasuk High’s boys volleyball team had a three-match winning streak in late April and carries an 8-5 record into the month of May. Recent match results:…
Read MoreEducation
See all »NEWTOWN, Conn. — Newtown High School senior Claire DiNoto, founder and president of the College Application Prep (NHS…
MONROE, Conn. — Monroe Public Schools’ annual Celebration of Reading was held on Monday morning amid a celebration…
Public Safety
See all »MONROE, Conn. — Baileigh Kearney, 14, a Jockey Hollow Middle School eighth grader, had suffered from an infected…
MONROE, Conn. — A 31-year-old Bridgeport woman allegedly stole credit and bank card information from eight co-workers at…
Obituaries
See all »Daniel S. Greenberg, of Newtown, Conn., passed away peacefully surrounded by family on April 22, 2026. He was…
Mary Magdaline Christine Saray Massar was born to Andrew and Marie Saray in Ciganovce, Czechoslovakia on September 21,…
