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May 11, 2021

Have you ever wondered...Do cows really have four stomachs? Why do cats sleep so much? What foods are safe for my pet to eat? If so, you have come to the right place!

Submit your animal-related questions to Bethel Veterinarian Dr. Emily Andersen by clicking below. Questions will be selected and answered by Dr. Andersen on an ongoing basis.

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Around Town Photography

Daisy Gesualdi

Erik Andersen

Kellie O'Brien

Hollandia Nurseries‍

Farm and Nursery - 103 Old Hawleyville Road Bethel, CT 06801

Hollandia Gift, Garden, & Home - 95 Stony Hill Road, Bethel, CT 06801

Portofino Restaurant and Wine Bar‍

213 Greenwood Ave, Bethel, CT 06801

Molten Java

213 Greenwood Avenue Bethel, CT 06801

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J. Lawrence Downtown

186 Greenwood Ave, Bethel, CT

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Features

Nature's Nooks

Spring

Don Goodrich

April 12, 2021

Nature's sights and sounds welcome us into springtime in this month's Nature's Nooks column.

Featured Articles

2021 Relay for Life: Reimagined

Michaela Lawlor

May 10, 2021

This year's Relay for Life of Greater Danbury on Saturday, May 15th will be packed with new ways to support The American Cancer Society.

Ask the vet

Ask The Vet - Why Do Some Dogs Snore?

Dr. Emily Andersen

March 15, 2021

Dr Emily, why do some dogs snore? And how do I know when/if it is an indicator of another problem that my pet may have?

Featured Articles

Happy One Year Anniversary to the “Support Local – Bethel, CT” Facebook Group!

Michaela Lawlor

March 14, 2021

It'll be one year on March 21st since Genée West founded the "Support Local, Bethel, CT" Facebook group which has helped many businesses.

Bygone Bethel

The Mysterious Early Life of Maria Parloa

Patrick Tierney Wild

April 12, 2021

America’s first celebrity cook once called Bethel her home but also kept her life’s beginnings a closely guarded secret.

Bygone Bethel

Bethel Counterfeiters Nabbed by the U.S. Secret Service

Patrick Tierney Wild

March 15, 2021

Newspapers from NYC to San Francisco trumpeted the story of how a den of highly-skilled counterfeiters had been discovered in Bethel, CT.

Nature's Nooks

Chatter

Don Goodrich

March 14, 2021

The sounds of nature emerge during a morning walk in this month's Nature's Nooks column by Don Goodrich.

Bygone Bethel

The Secret Wedding of Miss Marian Anderson

Patrick Tierney Wild

February 14, 2021

In July of 1943, America's greatest operatic voice said "I do" in Bethel, CT.

Featured Articles

Pretty Little Things

Hannah Lipman

February 22, 2021

A pandemic, tropical storm and fire hit during the consignment shop Pretty Little Things first year of business, and now its expanding!

Bites of Bethel

Molten Java

Genée West

November 15, 2020

Genée West interviews Molten Java's owner Wendy Cahill about what makes Bethel's best place for coffee and treats so unique.

Featured Articles

Meet the Bethel Teen Whose Igloo went Viral.

Erik Ofgang

February 13, 2021

For as long as he can remember, 17-year-old Kyle Stejskal has enjoyed creating things.

Featured Articles

Bethel’s Knights of the Oblong Table

Barry Connolly

February 2, 2021

There has been a long standing lunch group in Bethel with a rich history. Barry Connolly, an author and lunch group member, shares memories.

Bites of Bethel

Bites of Bethel - Asian Kitchen

Genée West

February 11, 2021

In this month's Bites of Bethel, Genée West shares the story of Asian Kitchen, one of Bethel's newest gems.

Ask the vet

Ask the Vet - When is it safe to leave my puppy home alone out of the crate?

Dr. Emily Andersen

February 11, 2021

When is it safe to leave your pup out of the crate unsupervised? Dr. Emily answers a reader's question in this months Ask the Vet.

Nature's Nooks

Pond Skating: A Lost Art

Don Goodrich

February 2, 2021

Pond Skating offers hours of fun for all ages during the cold winter months.

Extreme Bethel

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Extreme Bethel Episode 8 - Josie's 3rd Birthday Celebration!

J. Lawrence Downtown
186 Greenwood Ave, Bethel, CT 06801

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Happy Mother's Day to my Mom who is an inspiration with her positive attitude and sense of humor. Love you MOM! Love, Hannah

Hannah Lipman

Happy Birthday, Alice Hutchinson, owner of Byrd's Books. She keeps us well read! Love Alice and her son Steve!

Shout out to Linda & Mark Andersen who hosted a spectacular virtual Scotty Fund Gala on December 5th. The feeling of love was all around! Incredible evening. Thank you for all you do for families in need.

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The Governor’s Visit to Bethel - 1903

Around Town Photography

Daisy Gesualdi

Erik Andersen

Kellie O'Brien