Think, think, think! Do You Have an Unsung Hero? HamletHub Wants to Know!

If you know someone who deserves a pat on the back, HamletHub wants to know. Send us a few words and a photo, and we'll feature your unsung hero.

Maybe it's your vet who saved your goofy golden retriever. Maybe it's the guy who pumps your gas, smiles and tells you to have a good day. Maybe it's the lady who plants purple petunias and waves when you drive by. Maybe it's the geek who helps with your computer at work and doesn't make you feel stupid.

No need to be fancy about your words or punctuatio...

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Newtown VFW Announces Scout of the Year Program

The Newtown VFW Post 308 and Auxiliaries will be participating in the National Scout of the Year Program, it was announced this week by Post Commander James Rebman.  The Newtown VFW Post will be doing outreach with candidates for the award to help in preparation for  submissions.

The winner of the Newtown chapter winner will receive a check for $100 and will go on to compete at the state level. The Connecticut winner will then be eligible to compete on the national level for scholarship...

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Quick Quiz about Bagel Delight...How Will You Do?

Here's a mini-quiz about Newtown's favorite bagel shop and its loveable owner, Eunice Laverty. Ready?

1. What's the most popular bagel flavor?

a. Plain

b. Cinnamon Raisin

c. Cranberry

d. Multi-grain

e. Poppy

Answer- Plain ol' plain. Poor ol' cranberry's the least popular of all the flavors. It even beats egg for last place. There are, however, some die-hard cran fans.

2. What time does Eunice wake up? (This question came from the ladies at the Newtown Police Station.)

a. 3:30

b. 4:30

c. 5:30

Answer- In orde...

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