Still Newtown
Ten years ago, 20 children and six educators were killed in a shooting at the Sandy Hook Elementary School in Newtown, Connecticut. The tragedy reimagined so many aspects of American life: school safety, mental health, and community activism. In this deeply compelling and thoughtful podcast, WSHU’s Davis Dunavin asks: How does a community come out the other side of tragedy?
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One major source of therapy for Newtown residents after the 2012 Sandy Hook Elementary School shooting closes its doors.
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In our final episode: how Newtown made its staggering number of gifts part of the permanent memorial to the tragedy.
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Many Newtowners turned to their faith after the tragedy. One faith leader became a prison chaplain to work on rehabilitation. Another postponed retirement to see the community through another few years.
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A mother is honoring her daughter — who loved “all the animals,” from dogs to butterflies — with an animal sanctuary in Newtown.
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How do you report a story like Sandy Hook or Robb Elementary? What role should journalists play? Including a sobering perspective from someone who covered both tragedies for local public radio stations.
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Newtowners celebrate their history, traditions and the spirit of kindness that makes this town special.
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A Sandy Hook father and daughter embark on a shared musical journey — and make an important promise.
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A Sandy Hook mother honored her son with a school program — used around the world — that teaches children to choose love
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Teachers, therapists and mental health experts have found many ways to help children address their trauma over the last ten years.
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A puppet show about a six-year-old lighthouse keeper allows a mother to honor her son’s memory — and help children deal with complex emotions.
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Two former Sandy Hook Elementary School students found new purpose in high school — as activists against gun violence.
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In the preamble to our series, two students and a mother remember the events of the Sandy Hook Elementary School shooting — now, 10 years ago.