As the new year begins, I am sure many homes across town are marking the day with a familiar meal. Black eyed peas, greens, and cornbread. Each part of that tradition carries meaning.   Those traditions fit naturally in a town like ours. We are a front porch kind of community, where neighbors still wave, conversations happen face to face, and pride in our town runs deep. It is the small things, shared meals, familiar faces, and looking out for one another, that make this plac

The Town of Newington is accepting Letters of Interest from residents who wish to be considered for appointment to a vacant Town Council seat. About two years remain in the unexpired term. Eligibility: • Must be a Town of Newington resident for at least 1 year • Must be a registered voter • Must have no outstanding debts to the Town Deadline to submit: 12:00 p.m. (noon) on February 9, 2026 Please contact Town Hall if you would like more information.  The Council will review

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