May 23, 2017

Newtown Delegation Collecting Tattered U.S. Flags

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With Memorial Day fast approaching and in anticipation of Flag Day, I along with, State Representatives Will Duff (R-2) and J.P. Sredzinski (R-112), as well as State Senator Tony Hwang (R-28) are helping Newtown residents dispose of their worn American flags in a dignified and respectful way.

The U.S. Flag Code specifies that American flags no longer fit for service must be properly disposed, and the lawmakers are offering this service free of charge, in conjunction with Newtown VFW Post #308.The Newtown state legislative delegation will have two primary drop off locations. The drive will take place Friday, May 26 and conclude on Friday, June 14.

Drop off locations are:

• Cyrenius Booth Library, 25 Main St, Newtown
• Newtown Municipal Center, 3 Primrose Street, Newtown

Residents may also drop flags off at the VFW Post # 308 on Tinkerfield Road. Flags can be dropped off in any condition throughout the year.

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Newtown, CT. – Ahead of their 100th anniversary celebration later this month, State Representatives Martin Foncello (R-107) and Mitch Bolinsky (R-106) joined command and staff members of the Hawleyville Volunteer Fire Department for their August monthly meeting. The state representatives presented a citation to leaders of the all-volunteer department marking the anniversary of the department’s […]

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Connecticut’s 2025 Sales Tax‑Free Week is set for Sunday, August 17 through Saturday, August 23, 2025. During this period, most clothing and footwear items priced under $100 per item can be purchased tax‑exempt, saving buyers the state’s usual 6.35% sales tax when the item is paid for during that week, even if delivery happens later. This exemption […]

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