Allyson J. Bernard Real Estate Professionals of CT., L.L.C.

Newtown, Connecticut

In its long history, Newtown has undergone two major changes. It was settled in 1707 as a "new town" on land bought from the Indians, and soon grew into a thriving agricultural center. In the mid-nineteenth century, the coming of the railroad brought business and industry to town, ending agriculture's dominance. Some 75 years later in 1919, the second change took place. Construction of the Stevenson Dam created Lake Zoar, an immediate attraction for both summer residents and an increasing year round population. Today the town is predominantly residential. In addition to Zoar, Newtown has a variety of lakes and streams, along with hiking trails and state and town parks. A natural recreation center, it thrives on the accessibility afforded by Interstate 84 and draws visitors from near and far. Newtown is located in Fairfield County centrally positioned between Waterbury, Danbury and Bridgeport. Easy access to 84, 25, 34 and I-95 allows for easy commuting to New York, Hartford and the Norwalk area. Westchester County Bradley International airports are an easy drive. JFK and Laguardia Airports are a little more than an hour away with reqular limosine service available to both. Small regional airports are just minutes away in Danbury, Oxford and Bridgeport.

Population: 20,920 Area: 60.38 Square Miles

Incorporated: 1711 Mill Rate: 25 Reval.

Government: Board of Selectmen, Town Meeting and Legislative Council

Newspapers

The Newtown Bee Serving Western Connecticut since 1877 Antiques and Arts Weekly Extensive Web Site

Newtown Chamber of Commerce

Recreation

Hotels Town Services Web Sites Map Calendar of Events Dining

18 Hole Golf Course Movie Theater Clubs McLaughlin Winery with Tours

School Information

Churches & Synagogues

Congregation Adath Israel Synagogue Bible Baptist Church Christ the King Lutheran Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints Grace Christian Fellowship Korean Connecticut United Church Newtown Congregational Church

Newtown Meeting House Community Presbyterian Church Newtown United Methodist Church St. John's Episcopal Church St. Rose Parish Religious Educational Office St. Rose Rectory Trinity Episcopal Church

Voice Mail

(203)743-2545

(203)825-5006

Fax (203)790-9600