Each week we compile a list of some of the recent most-read stories published at newtownbee.com. Here is a roundup of the week’s top stories, based on the number of page reads.
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“Driver Uninjured After Rolling Oil Truck Monday Morning; Road May Need To Be Dug Up,” by Shannon Hicks, published October 31. A 41-year-old male escaped without injury after he lost control of and rolled an oil truck he was operating on New Lebbon Road Monday morning. Read more at newtownbee.com/10312022/driver-uninjured-after-rolling-oil-tanker-monday-morning-road-may-need-to.
“Three Charges For Woman Who Caused I-84 Head-On Crash,” by Shannon Hicks, published November 3. When first responders were dispatched to I-84 East early Monday morning, they were told they were heading to a two-vehicle crash. They were also informed that one of the vehicles had been traveling in the wrong direction, and it was on fire after crashing into a large truck. Read more at newtownbee.com/11032022/three-charges-for-woman-who-caused-i-84-head-on-crash.
“At 59, Newtown’s Dr Begg Endured And Enjoyed Grueling World Ironman Championships,” by Andy Hutchison, published November 1. Looking for some inspiration to be healthy, or overcome injuries — or for a good example of perseverance? Then look no further than Newtowner Dr William Begg. Read more at newtownbee.com/11012022/at-59-newtowns-dr-begg-endured-and-enjoyed-grueling-world-ironman-championships
Hutchison, published November 1. Newtown High School’s penalty kick path to the South-West Conference Tournament finals was pretty unlikely. A trio of penalty kicks during regulation of Newtown’s quarterfinal and semifinal round games at Blue & Gold Stadium played a key role in the No. 1 seed Nighthawks reaching the pinnacle game. Read more at newtownbee.com/11012022/headed-to-the-championship-game-boys-soccer-beats-brookfield-in-semis.
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