Politics & Government

Top Five Stories of the Week: Election Day, Romney Visits

A look at the news that made headlines in Newtown over the past week.

5. Building Eyed by McDonald's to be Rented

The space at the Village of Newtown Shopping Center that was being eyed for demolition to make way for a McDonald's will be rented by an urgent care facility.

4. Fitzpatrick Re-Elected to 8th District Congressional Seat

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Republican Congressman Mike Fitzpatrick defeated Democratic challeger Kathy Boockvar.

3. Long Lines to Vote in Newtown

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Voting lines as long as an hour long were reported Tuesday at polling places in Newtown. 

2. Santarsiero Re-Elected as State Representative

Voters re-elected Democrat Steve Santarsiero to serve as State Representative of the 31st Legislative District.

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Mitt Romney visited Shady Brook Farm two days before he was defeated in the presidential election.


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