Bethel News

The first summer season since storm Sandy kicks off on Memorial Day weekend, and the state's parks are ready, a state spokesman said Thursday.

A veteran Bethel intermediate school principal newly hired as the new leader of the traumatized Sandy Hook Elementary School is a "true leader'' able to "make tough situations better,'' educational colleagues said Wednesday.

Ricardo Marlis, of Bethel, browses the fiction section of the Bethel Public Library in Bethel, Conn.

Many Connecticut residents and business operators have demanded information about how the state awards millions of dollars in tax breaks, grants and loans to companies, hoping to lure them to the state or dissuade them from leaving, and state Comptroller Kevin Lembo is optimistic that a bill in the General Assembly will quell their doubts.

A North Carolina man arrested Wednesday in connection with a 2009 robbery was extradited to Bethel to face charges, according to reports from police.

On May 16th Bethel residents will vote on the 2013-2014 budget. Collectively, we have the opportunity to keep Bethel progressive and moving forward.

A breakfast for Bethel and Redding veterans and auxiliaries will be held from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. Sunday at the Joseph W. Tarrant Jr.

Bethel police were requested at 33 Putnam Park Road on May 9 for reports of a man out of control.

These are the highest selling houses in our town and neighboring towns, according to the most recent property transfers recorded in town clerks' offices.

Story and Photography by Paula Antolini View more photos and video here: picturesbypaula.com It was a lively night as Bethel Middle School held its Curriculum Expo 2013 on Tuesday, May 7, 2013 at 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Parents filled the building and music filled the air.

Targeted News Service Targeted News Service ALEXANDRIA, Va., May 11 -- The following federal patents were awarded to inventors in Connecticut.

Uncorked, a rock 'n' roll cover band that's based in New Fairfield, will play at The Spot, in Bethel, on Saturday, May 11.

A 34-year-old man was arrested Wednesday in North Carolina on a Bethel warrant for burglary and larceny, according to police.

John O'Connor bought his home at 13 Settlers Road in Bethel in 1981, and while he's maintained it over more than 30 years, he knew that when it was time to sell he'd have to boost the curb appeal.

Bethel residents can dispose of hazardous household materials for free during the Housatonic Resources Recovery Authority's hazardous waste collection day, Saturday, May 18.

Residents have a chance to adopt or reject a spending plan for the 2013-14 fiscal year that calls for $26.1 million for town operations, debt service and school maintenance, and $40.9 million for education.

Enjoying lunch at Pho Vietnam Wednesday, May 1, 2013, are from left, Daniel Garvin, 18, Maddie Bedder, 17, and Sam Reyes, 17, all of Bethel.

Voters will have a chance to approve the 2013-14 Bethel budget at a special town meeting tonight, 7:30 p.m. at Bethel High School.

Whether you're in search of something fun to do with the kids or you have a babysitter and are planning a night out, look no further because Patch editors have picked a variety of events taking place today and tomorrow to help you make the most of your weekend.

Whether you're in search of something fun to do with the kids or you have a babysitter and are planning a night out, look no further because Patch editors have picked a variety of events taking place today and tomorrow to help you make the most of your weekend.