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Norwalk introduces arborist as part of tree efforts
As a part of the City’s plans to plant and maintain more trees, Norwalk has added Sarah Cruz as a new member to the Recreation and Parks department. “Sarah comes to us [with] a pretty good background particularly with urban forests,” Recreation and Parks Director Robert Stowers told the Tree Advisory Committee on Tuesday.
Rowayton Cowboy at bottom of pack in GOP Presidential primary
Maybe with all the hoopla about Donald Trump and Nikki Haley you missed the news about the only candidate from Norwalk in the 2024 New Hampshire GOP Presidential primary, held Tuesday. Scott Merrell, known locally as “The Rowayton Cowboy,” was one of 25 candidates on the ballot. He won 21...
Westport UU offers Barn Dance
It’s Barn Dance time again, starring dance caller Billy Fischer and lively trio Wry Bred this Sunday Jan. 28 from around 11:30 a.m., (after the Sunday Service concludes) until 3 p.m. at Unitarian Universalist Congregation, located at 10 Lyons Plains Road in Westport. Here’s a look at what to expect: Swingin’ Tern Dances: Bill Fischer & Wry Bred 9/21/13 – YouTube.
Sumpter, Paskind, appointed to expanded Commissions
In November, Norwalk voters overwhelming approved a measure that included increasing the size of the Police and Fire Commissions to five members. On Tuesday, the Common Council approved one member for each Commission, bringing them up to four members. Former Zoning Commission Chairman Nate Sumpter was appointed to the Police...
Darwin Day Dinner offers talk about an approach to global warming reduction
You’ll enjoy a sumptuous repast–and learn how global warming may be retarded by harnessing the oceans’ power–at the 16th annual Darwin Day Dinner, planned for 6 p.m. on Saturday Feb. 10 at The Inn at Longshore, 260 Compo Road South in Westport. The evening will feature Yale Associate Professor Matthew Eisaman’s talk about a novel pragmatic approach to global warming reduction, augmented by a Science Quiz with prizes. Admission costs $69 per person, or $75 if received after Feb. 5. According to a news release, science-minded high school and college students’ attendance will be paid for “by attendees and committee benefactors.” Further info and registration are at DDD-2024-Flyer-1.pdf (darwindayct.org)
‘Music Man’ concert offered in Concert Hall
In The Music Man–Concert Version, directed by Kristin Huffman, performers from New Paradigm Theater will combine their talents with conductor Jonathan Yates’ Norwalk Symphony Orchestra at 7:30 p.m. Saturday Feb. 10in the Norwalk Concert Hall, 125 East Ave. Matthew Faucher and Mia Gentile will headline the cast, with choral work by Fairfield University’s Glee Club under the baton of Carole Ann Maxwell, and a turn during the finale by master class students from Bridgeport’s KEYS Music and Stamford’s Project Music.
Joint Finance Committee meeting allows Council to question BoE’s budget
Questions about efficiency study implementation and wasted food marked the first joint Committee meeting this budget season between the Board of Education and Common Council. Also on the docket: some pushback on “wants versus needs.”. “From my experience and working with the city for 51 years now, I find...
Mark your Calendars! NoN brings you Norwalk’s week ahead at your Fingertips
As we get ready for a new week in Norwalk, the highlight on our civic calendar is the regular Common Council Meeting. This meeting provides a unique opportunity for residents to gain insight into how our city government operates and to familiarize themselves with the dedicated individuals representing us. Get to know your Council representatives by visiting the City of Norwalk website at https://apps.norwalkct.org/meetingboard/commoncouncil Their districts and emails are available as well as meeting minutes. Don’t forget, if you are participating in public comment, please state your full name and address for the record.
When Dry January isn’t enough
Editor’s note: The writer of this letter requested that he be anonymous not be used because AA (Alcoholics Anonymous) members are not allowed to use their names in publications. With the prevalence of “Dryuary” upon us, I felt compelled to share how I also periodically “went dry” to moderate...
Unitarians offer abortion seminar
An “Abortion Teach-In,” accompanied by a complimentary vegan brunch, will be conducted by Norwalk-based abortion support group REACH this Sunday Jan. 21 at 11:30 a.m. after the Unitarian Universalist Congregation’s 10 a.m. service at 10 Lyons Plains Road, Westport. According to its website, REACH (Reproductive Equity, Access,...
How to redistrict the city fairly: Norwalk Committee works to find an answer
Norwalk’s Common Council districts need to be adjusted for population and to make them more equitable, so each voter has about the same level of representation, according to City officials and Attorney Steven Mednick, who has been working with the council on charter-related issues. But in order to adjust...
Norwalk singer releases debut single ‘Emotions’
“Brave, intelligent, and determined” is how Pilot Light Records/Factory Underground honcho Marc Alan describes Norwalk-based singer/songwriter Ashley Marie, who says “I’m going against the grain by trying to form a career in music… I pray that my songs and my music can bring comfort to those that have no other way of understanding life.” Her debut single “Emotions,” produced by Tom Stewart, is a warm, inviting slice of romantic soul. Hear it at ASHLEY MARIE – Emotions RNB SOUL 2024 (youtube.com). It’s also on Spotify.
Norwalk offers warming centers
Norwalk’s warming centers have been activated. and are available through the weekend, according to a news release. The locations are:. Norwalk Police Department Community Room, available 24 hours a day, seven days a week at 1 Monroe St. Norwalk Public Library Main Branch, 1 Belden Ave. Norwalk Public Library...
Norwalk Committee advances updates to Blight Ordinance to public hearing
Higher fines and “strengthened” language around blight were the two main updates to the city’s ordinance that the Common Council’s Ordinance Committee advanced on January 16. The Committee voted unanimously to move the blight ordinance to a public hearing for its February meeting. Committee Chair Lisa...
Argent shuts down Manresa smokestack lights to aid neighbors
Manresa Island smokestack “strobe lights” were once again disturbing Norwalk residents until property owner Argent Ventures shut them off Monday. Ordinarily, a steady red glow emanates from the smokestack’s lights. But when they fail, an alarm system sets off the white lights, according to Clay McPhail of Argent Ventures.
Rex Marine salutes Mike Maver
Mike Maver, store manager at Rex Marine Center’s Rex Ships Store, celebrates his 40th anniversary of employment at the venerable Norwalk nautical supply house. He’ll be feted at the store, located at 144 Water St., from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. Saturday Jan. 20 with coffee and tea, custom sweets, and “a few exclusive sales in his honor.”
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