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City to hold Community Cannabis Forum
Cannabis retail shops will soon open in Norwalk. You can learn about plans for teaching the public how to enjoy cannabis responsibly and for educating youth about risks associated with use of the drug at the Community Cannabis Forum, where a panel of City and State officials, cannabis merchants, and others will explore the topic. It’s planned for 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday, October 3rd in the City Hall Community Room located at 125 East Avenue. Attend in person or via Zoom at https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82033230417?pwd=N1hZWUk2TXlyYmwvbGo5U1lxSWdOQT09.
$5M CIF grant to upgrade wastewater infrastructure in two Norwalk neighborhoods
A State Committee voted Tuesday to award Norwalk a $5.14 million grant. It will pay for “a new wastewater infrastructure project to address continuous and erratic flooding in the Lockwood and Heather Lane neighborhoods,” a news release from the Office of State Senate Majority Leader Bob Duff (D-25) said. “The project will separate the combined sanitary and storm system into a separate new storm draining infrastructure.”
NPD searches vape shop, arrests man
Numerous complaints alleging marijuana being sold without a license and vape products being sold to minors resulted in an arrest Wednesday in Liberty Square, Norwalk Police said. NPD Special Service Officers, assisted by the Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection Drug Control Division, executed a search warrant at Vapesmart vape shop,...
Norwalk Parks Master Plan approved
Norwalk’s first new Recreation and Parks Master Plan since 1996 was approved in a 12-1 Common Council vote Tuesday. Democrats lauded the 254-page document; Republicans criticized dog droppings in the parks. “Before you go congratulating yourselves about the job that you spent a lot of time on, and, you...
Norwalk DPW removes some political signs
It’s that time of year, when, as the election approaches, some homeowners wonder what happened to the campaign signs they had along the road. Candidates do, too. NancyOnNorwalk received a tip Tuesday that signs from both parties had been removed. “For years, it‘s been the City’s policy that no...
NPS health insurance switch called ‘problematic’
Retired Norwalk teachers have been treated in a “last-minute, unprofessional and unacceptable way” in the transition to a different health insurance provider, said Patrick Vigilio. “{A}s a graduate of Norwalk Public Schools (class of 1982) the lack of communication received by NPS retirees reflects poorly on the entire...
Norwalk Police say they caught drug dealers in the act
Norwalk Police officers executing a search warrant Tuesday caught four men in the act of packaging fentanyl and crack cocaine, a news release said. The warrant was obtained as the result of a lengthy investigation conducted by the Special Services Division, the release said. The Special Services Division and the Emergency Services Unit Tactical Response Team executed the warrant at 21 Osbourne Ave.
BMHS student named National Merit Scholarship Program Semifinalist
Rosemary Strickland, a Brien McMahon High School student, is named one of 16,000 National Merit Scholarship Program Semifinalists, placing her in an elite group representing less than 1% of this year’s U.S. high school seniors. Strickland entered the competition as one of 1.3 million students from 21,000 high schools...
Tracey recognized for ‘Promising Practices of Character’
Tracey Magnet School’s student Character Education Progress Reports recently won the school recognition for “Promising Practices of Character” from global ethics promoting institution Character.org. The reports are said to measure students’ PRINT progress, PRINT being Tracey’s acronym for Problem Solving, Respect, Integrity, Neighborliness and Taking Responsibility.
Residents raise concerns over Norwalk Waterfront Industrial Study
Following up on opposition letters sent by Norwalk’s water-related commissions, many Norwalk residents voiced their questions and concerns about a draft Norwalk Industrial Waterfront Land Use Plan. On Wednesday, Sept. 20, the Planning and Zoning Commission opened a public hearing on the plan, where about 10 residents questioned some...
LMMM presents ‘Baseball: Stories & History of America’s Favorite Pastime’
Baseball talk! Legendary NY Mets Hall-Of-Famer and Gold Glove Award winner Ron Darling will discuss the sport with baseball journalist/author/public relations director, Bob Wirz and prominent baseball attorney Kelley Franco Throop when the Lockwood-Mathews Mansion Museum presents “Baseball: Stories & History of America’s Favorite Pastime.” It’s on Sunday Nov. 5 from 2 until 4 p.m. at the Norwalk Public Library SoNo Branch, located at 10 Washington Street. According to a news release, light refreshments will be on hand after the discussion.
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Forever Sweet Bakery, located at 235 Main Ave., is collecting diapers for National Diaper Week through Oct. 4, owners Sky and Frances Mercede said. You’ll get a free cupcake for every package of diapers you bring, up to a maximum of a dozen for each person. Any brand of diapers is acceptable.
Norwalk political notes: The election develops
Doug Hempstead, long a prominent Norwalk political figure, is coming out of retirement to run for the Board of Education, representing District D. Hempstead, a Republican, is taking the ballot slot of Greg Helms, who was announced as the party’s candidate in July. Hempstead did not reply to multiple...
Hispanic Heritage Month
The Norwalk Board of Education is proud to recognize Sept. 15 to Oct. 15 as Hispanic Heritage Month. During Hispanic Heritage Month, we recognize the contributions made and the important presence and impact of Hispanic and Latino Americans in our community and nation. Through strong commitment to family, faith and hard work, Latinos have enhanced and shaped our national character with centuries-old traditions that reflect the multiethnic and multicultural customs of their community.
Marvin PTA fundraiser features FiveFingaz, fun characters
You’ll find artist FiveFingaz tagging spirit wear, a local artisan selling jewelry, fun characters, giveaways, and the Marvin Cow when the Marvin Elementary School PTA launches its annual fundraising campaign at Adam Raniolo’s East Norwalk Mobil Station, located at 219 East Ave., from 9 a.m. until noon Saturday Sept. 30.
Wilton offers bus tour of historic homes
View some of Wilton’s unique modern residences inside and out on a four hour excursion, “Midcentury Modern in Wilton: A Bus Tour of Historic Homes” conducted on Sunday Oct. 1 by guided tour specialists Histoury. The bus will depart at 1 p.m. from Wilton Historical Society, located at 224 Danbury Road in Wilton. According to a news release, the tour guide will discuss the homes’ designs, architects, and residents. Learn more and buy tickets at Midcentury Modern in Wilton: A Bus Tour of Historic Homes | Histoury (fareharbor.com). Histoury is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit.
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