Memorial Day ceremonies will restrict parking around Veterans Honor Roll Park

The ceremonies will begin at 10 a.m. Parking will be a squeeze so people should plan extra time to find parking and walk to the park, as vehicle access around the park will be blocked with barriers.

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In honor of those who served

Jane Ryerson said it was important to organizers to ensure that Veterans Honor Roll Park represented "strength and durability for years to come. Just like the American soldier."

Memorial Day ceremony, Honor Roll Park dedication

20 wars, 100s of names

Cause for Laughter: Healing pain through comedy

Bethel comedian Kate Carroll has recorded a video to raise money to build a home for her friend, who is raising two granddaughters. It's a bawdy show for a good cause.

‘I will miss her forever’

Merrie Lee Butters Ojeda will be remembered in a celebration of her life at Telstar High School on Saturday, May 14. The event, which will include readings, sharing memories and a slide show of her life and loves, is scheduled from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Project Graduation 2022

According to DHHS, "all school-related functions are supposed to be chemical-free, but what makes Project Graduation different is the attitude of the students. They have made a conscious decision to enjoy their graduation night without alcohol or other drugs. And no other group, including parents and school personnel, can make that decision for students."

Time out for pickleball: Residents note lack of recreation space in town

Lucy Abbott, a member of the Rec Committee as well as Rotary, which helped support the construction of the courts, said the department is looking at activities for everybody in Bethel. “I know people don’t want to restrict times," she said, “but if you have an activity with a lot of people you need to set a time so people can schedule."