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50,000 free books being given away Saturday, May 18 at Brien McMahon
50,000 free books for all ages will be given away by nonprofit education advocacy organization “First Book” in partnership with American Federation of Teachers, when Norwalk Public Schools and the NPS Coalition of Unions host their annual “Reading Opens the World” event on Saturday May 18 from 11 a.m. until 3 p.m. at Brien McMahon High School, located at 300 Highland Avenue. Bring a bag to carry your books away.
Kosta Diamantis arrested, charged with school construction extortion
HARTFORD – Konstantinos “Kosta” Diamantis, a former state lawmaker and deputy budget director, was arrested by federal officials on Thursday and charged with extorting contractors and accepting tens of thousands of dollars in bribes related to Connecticut school construction projects,. In a 35-page indictment, Diamantis was charged...
East Norwalk residents, experts decry “injustice” of MTA’s plans to create a transportation terminal at Norden Place
For more than two hours at the May 15 public hearing, residents from primarily East Norwalk, but also from other parts of the city—as well as experts hired on their behalf—expressed deep frustrations and concerns over the proposed plans for Norden Place. The MTA has proposed using a...
Students to celebrate CMS 40th anniversary Olympic Torch run
Alumni of Columbus Magnet School (now renamed Concord Magnet School) can mark the 40th Anniversary of Norwalk’s Olympic Torch Run by taking a relaxed ceremonial lap around their alma mater’s field, located at Ponus Middle School, 21 Hunters Lane. Norwalk at 9 a.m. on Friday May 24. According to a news release, Magnet School Physical Education Teacher Smith Mowry is organizing the event.
Planning and Zoning Commission approves new contractor yard near South Norwalk School
The Planning and Zoning Commission voted 5-2-2 to approve a contractor’s storage yard and materials-processing facility at 34 Meadow Street despite some questions around environmental and traffic impacts. The application from WEB Construction is to erect a more than 18,000-square-foot building where the LeBlanc Auto Parts car storage lot...
New hotel approved for South Norwalk, next to Marriott Residence Inn
The Norwalk Planning and Zoning Commission voted 8-0-1 to approve a new 100-room hotel on South Main Street, next to the existing Marriott Residence Inn. The newly approved hotel would require the buildings at 25 and 31-35 South Main Street to be demolished in order to build the structure. The...
Annual Veterans Memorial Ceremony this Sunday
The Annual Veterans Memorial Ceremony, honoring Norwalk’s 321 veterans who died during wartime service since World War II, will take place at Calf Pasture Beach’s Shea Magrath Memorial at 1:00 p.m. on Sunday May 19, according to a news release. Mayor Rilling is expected to attend. Prior to the ceremony, the Fairfield County Brass Band will offer their Tribute to Norwalk Veterans Concert at 12:30.
5 takeaways from Norwalk Common Council’s May 14 meeting
Here’s a look at some action items and updates from the Common Council meeting on Tuesday, May 14. 1. Mayor Harry Rilling gives update and follow-up praise for response to I-95 crash. At the start of the meeting, Rilling took a few moments to thank the first responders for...
Seaport Association cruises start this Sunday, May 19
Sunday Birding Cruises hosted by the Norwalk Seaport Association will embark from the Seaport’s new 70 Water Street dock at 7:30 a.m. on May 19, June 2, June 16, and June 30, returning around 10 a.m. A cruise guide will point out the habitats of various nesting and wading birds such as Sheffield Island’s small population of herring and great black-backed gulls.
“The Sugar Maker,” co-produced by Factory Underground, debuts May 18
Ethan Isaac’s new documentary The Sugar Maker, shot by Emmy-winning cinematographer William Fitzgerald, chronicles maple syrup production at “Farmer Pete” Campbell’s Horse Shoe Farm in Ridgefield. The film, co-produced by Norwalk multimedia facility Factory Underground, is an entry in the 2024 Ridgefield Independent Film Festival. It debuts at 5 p.m. on Saturday, May 18 at the Prospector Theater, located at 25 Prospect Street, Ridgefield.
Wall Street gets its 15 minutes of – free parking
Free parking for 15 minutes in Norwalk’s Wall Street area will start Wednesday, May 15, at 11 a.m. This new policy will be celebrated at 1 p.m. Wednesday in front of Bank of America on River Street by Mayor Rilling, Parking Authority Chair Eric Rains, Transportation Mobility and Parking Director Jim Travers, and restaurateur Greer Fredericks.
8th annual NICE Festival to be held July 6 at Oyster Shell Park
More than 5,000 attendees are expected to descend upon Norwalk for the 8th Annual NICE Festival (Norwalk International Cultural Exchange) on Saturday, July 6 from 11 a.m. until 10 p.m.at Oyster Shell Park located off North Water Street in SoNo. Headliner Brandon “TAZ” Niederauer, an explosive goodtime hard rocker can be expected to elevate the crowd. He’ll be supported by jazz pianist Ophelia Handberry, inspirational singer/guitarist Riki Stevens, and a host of international dancers and drummers.
Upcoming City of Norwalk Meetings…At your Fingertips
Upcoming City Government Meetings for the City of Norwalk. -Details: Hybrid via Zoom and in person in The Common Council Chambers. – Details: Hybrid via Zoom and in person in The Common Council Chambers. Planning & Zoning Commission. – Date: May 15, 2024. – Time: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM.
Should daycare centers be allowed in single-family zones in Norwalk?
That’s a question the Norwalk Planning and Zoning Commission started discussing at its meeting on May 8. There are three types of childcare providers in the city: family daycare homes, which can have one to six children; group daycare homes, which are permitted to care for between six and 12 children; and daycare centers, which are allowed more than 12 children.
Got any ideas for improving Route 1?
Public input regarding Connecticut Avenue and its environs will be welcomed at the Norwalk Route 1 Corridor Master Plan Study Kickoff Event on Monday May 20th from 5:30 until 7:30 p.m. in the Jefferson Elementary School Cafeteria, located on the 2nd Floor at 75 Van Buren Avenue. According to a...
Annual “Ride for the Vets” coming June 15
All bike riders from novice to Tour de France level are welcome to join in “The Ride for Our Vets,” an annual coastal bike tour fundraiser supporting the Connecticut Veterans Legal Center. It starts at Veterans Park, 42 Seaview Avenue, Norwalk, on Saturday June 15. According to a...
Norwalk prom-goers say yes to the dress
Adorned in balloons and lined with beautiful dresses, Norwalk Public School’s Family Center has transformed into the “Say Yes to a Prom Dress” boutique. With upbeat music, colorful banners, and vibrant displays, the center is temporarily a full-service dress shopping experience. Dr. Alexandra Estrella came up with...
Transportation updates: Wall Street, Norwalk River Valley Trail, and East Avenue
When will construction start on the Wall Street Corridor project? What’s the latest on the Norwalk River Valley Trail? Kyle Benjamin, a traffic analyst in Transportation, Mobility, and Parking (TMP), provided updates to the Bike/Walk Commission this week on some of the biggest projects taking place in Norwalk. Phase...
Turtles in 4D at the Maritime Aquarium
Want to experience life through the eyes of a sea turtle? In the 12-minute whirlwind spectacle Turtle Odyssey 4D, now playing at the Maritime Aquarium at Norwalk, lone sea turtle Benji grows into adulthood as she wends her way amidst a supporting cast of sharks, octopuses, whales, and other oceanic creatures. The trailer is on YouTube at Turtle Odyssey 4D. According to a news release, tickets cost $7 (or $6 for Aquarium members) with or without Aquarium admission.
INTEMPO music school grand opening this coming Monday
INTEMPO, Fairfield County’s celebrated music school that teaches youngsters “predominantly from immigrant backgrounds and from communities underrepresented in the arts,” will celebrate the grand opening of its new 141 Franklin Street Stamford headquarters at 5:30 p.m. on Monday May 13. Students will lead tours of the well-appointed 4,500 square-foot space which doubles the size of INTEMPO’s previous digs, and State Housing Commissioner Seila Mosquera will speak.
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