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🌱 Patch AM: How much could Bethel’s water bill jump under this new proposal?
Coming up: Santa Run - 5k, Mile Walk, Santa Dash for kids 8 & under on the Bethel Patch calendar

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In today's newsletter:
- How much could Bethel’s water bill jump under this new proposal?
Also on today's calendar: Santa Run - 5k, Mile Walk, Santa Dash for kids 8 & under and 9 more events.
Find out what's happening in Bethelfor free with the latest updates from Patch.
Today's riddle: My brother swallowed a box of firecrackers. - Is he all right now? 🤔 (Answer below!)
Find out what's happening in Bethelfor free with the latest updates from Patch.
- Thursday: Times of clouds and sun, with a high of 45 and low of 39 degrees.
- Friday: Windy; morning rain, temps: high: 57, low: 25.
- Saturday: Much colder, with a high of 36 and low of 30 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• CT's Largest Water Utility Seeking $88 Million Rate Hike: Here's What It Means For You (patch.com) — Bethel households using Aquarion water could see bills jump sharply if a proposed $88 million statewide rate hike is approved, averaging a 42 percent increase. State regulators will review the request through 2026, while Connecticut’s attorney general vows to scrutinize the filing to protect residents from unnecessary costs.
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📸 Around Bethel
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🗓 Upcoming Events in Bethel
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★ Featured events ★
- Santa Run - 5k, Mile Walk, Santa Dash for kids 8 & under
Waveny Park, 677 South Ave, New Canaan
8:30 am - Dharma Shop Open for the Holidays (December 6, 7, 13 & 21)
30 Putnam Park Road,
10:00 am
Saturday December 20
Sunday December 21
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Other local events
- Blue Christmas Service - First Church Bethel - Wednesday, December 17th at 7 PM
First Congregational Church of Bethel , 46 Main St , Bethel
7:00 pm - Holiday Party at Open Mic
Molten Java , 213 Greenwood Ave , Bethel
7:00 pm - Teen Knitting and Crochet
Bethel Public Library , 189 Greenwood Ave , Bethel
3:00 pm - Teen Gaming
Bethel Public Library , 189 Greenwood Ave , Bethel
3:30 pm - Storytime at the Bethel Library
Bethel Public Library , 189 Greenwood Ave , Bethel
10:30 am - Queer Book Club: Meant to Finish It! Event
Rainy Day Paperback , 81 Greenwood Ave , Bethel
3:00 pm - Let's Hang Out @ Round 1 For Bowling & Karaoke!
Danbury Fair , 7 Backus Ave , Danbury
6:50 pm - The Christmas Story in Song - a Christmas Concert
St Mary Church, 26 Dodgingtown Rd, Bethel, CT, 06801
3:00 pm - Christmas Eve Family Service at First Congregational Church of Bethel - Wed. Dec. 24th at 4:00 PM
First Congregational Church of Bethel , 46 Main St , Bethel
4:00 pm - XMAS Eve Service
St Thomas Episcopal Church , 95 Greenwood Ave , Bethel
4:00 pm
Wednesday December 17
Thursday December 18
Friday December 19
Saturday December 20
Sunday December 21
Wednesday December 24
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Exquisite Homes. Exceptional Agents. Every Price Point. - Honey Tree Preschool and Childcare of Bethel — (860) 730-1800
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Fall Fest at The Corn Maze at Twins BBQ - 8/30 in Brookfield
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- Bethel NJROTC Annual Christmas Tree Pickup —Romana Uzar Read on Patch
- Hi, I’m looking for an architect for an extension project we want to do on our current house.
It will be a small project, would love any recommendations! Thank you! (Nextdoor Bethel, CT) - Your new flatscreen TV is not an ornament.
Should you encounter connectivity issues or need help configuring new devices, kindly arrange a service call with our team. #service #technology … (Nextdoor Bethel, CT)
- Eaton Corporation posted a job opening for Production Scheduler in Bethel. Apply here.
- Dollar Tree posted a job opening for Customer Service Associate I in Bethel. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Bethel here.
🗞 Nearby News
Danbury
- Danbury city worker applies for diversionary program in domestic violence case (nhregister.com)
Newtown
- Lamont Awards $28.2M In Brownfield Grants, Including $200K For Newtown Site (patch.com)
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