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Norwalk’s new arts district awaits formal designation from the state
Norwalk is on the verge of receiving state recognition for its burgeoning arts and cultural district. Marc Alan of the Arts and Cultural Commission spearheaded the initiative after attending a seminar on Connecticut’s new arts and cultural legislation. Municipal cultural districts must meet several conditions to be designated by...
Halstead apartment owner files complaint over Norden Place approval
Following the Planning and Zoning Commission’s approval of the MTA’s plans to use a portion of 10 Norden Place for a “transportation maintenance terminal,” the site’s next-door neighbor filed a complaint against the commission, stating their property would be “adversely affected” by the approval of this project.
Discovering Norwalk: First impressions from a first-time visitor
When I first arrived in Norwalk, I was impressed by its small-town charm and cosmopolitan vitality. The city is filled with diverse, warm-hearted, community-oriented locals. As a multimedia journalist interning with NancyOnNorwalk this summer, I was privileged to listen in on my first civic engagement meeting, “Norwalk 101.” The discussion showed me how a municipality like Norwalk is managed, and how each facet of government plays a vital role.
Norwalk Hospital’s psychiatric outreach program wins community service award
Norwalk Hospital’s Community Psychiatric Outreach Program has received the 2024 Connecticut Hospital Community Service Award from the Connecticut Hospital Association (CHA) and the Connecticut Department of Public Health (DPH) at the annual CHA meeting. Under the Outreach Program, third-year psychiatry residents venture out and engage at-risk citizens on the...
Photo: Norwalk girls 8U softball team wins Babe Ruth State Championship
The Norwalk Crush 8U softball team won the Babe Ruth State Championship on Sunday in Stamford. It is the first state championship for a Norwalk youth travel softball program in its history, according to Shannon O’Toole Giandurco, who submitted a photo of the championship team. The girls went 4-1...
City of Norwalk Meetings…At your Fingertips
Here is a list of upcoming City of Norwalk meetings:. Land Use & Building Management Committee of the Common Council Special Meeting. There are NO ITEMS on the Board of Education Calendar this week. Happy Fourth of July!
ON THE RECORD: Six-term Mayor Harry Rilling sits down with NoN’s Malik Brizan-Reed for a conversation about the state of the City
How did Rilling feel about O&G’s withdrawal of its barge proposal? The resignations of two Common Council members within hours? What are his prospects for a seventh term in office? Read on. What made you decide to pursue becoming mayor?. “I was born and raised in Norwalk. I know...
Norwalk children’s summer meals program starts today
NORWALK – City and school officials hailed the start of Norwalk Public School’s summer meals program for children at a ceremony Friday outside the South Norwalk Neighborhood School on Concord Street. With 10.9 percent of children food insecure in southwestern Connecticut, the program provided 78,000 meals last summer,...
CT Association of Public Health Nurses selects Norwalk nurse in its first-ever Nurse of the Year award
Darleen Hoffler, Norwalk Health Department Clinical Services Supervisor, has been named Connecticut Public Health Nurse of the Year by the Connecticut Association of Public Health Nurses. She is the first recipient of what will become an annual award recognizing excellence in public health practice, innovative initiatives, leadership and advocacy, health equity, evidence-based practice, community engagement, and professional development.
Norwalk P&Z, Costco settle appeal
After an executive session on Wednesday, Norwalk’s Planning and Zoning Commission agreed to settle the appeal Costco filed in Superior Court. The appeal alleged the commission “acted illegally, arbitrarily, and in abuse of discretion” by imposing certain conditions in February when it approved Costco’s application to expand.
Norwalkers participate in inaugural Complete Streets demonstration in SoNo
About 50 people gathered on N. Main Street in SoNo on Sunday to participate in Norwalk’s Complete Streets Demonstration project, which sought to improve the safety and accessibility of the intersection of N. Main and Ann streets. Members of the public helped paint two crosswalks, a pedestrian island, and...
Data points: Median home values in Norwalk for May 2024
Norwalk’s residential property values continue to skyrocket, with May’s median single family home sale price being reported as $570,500 (Realtor.com), $602,378 (Zillow), and $650,000 (Redfin). Realtor/mortgage service TOMO pegged it at over $750,000, telling NoN that potential homebuyers who earn the Norwalk median yearly salary of $107,000 (Norwalk...
O&G Industries withdraws proposal after residents’ concerns and complaints
After a second hearing filled with dozens of residents raising concerns about the impact of a proposal from O&G Industries, the company announced it was withdrawing it for the time being. “At this point we’d like to withdraw our application,” said Matt Oneglia, a vice president with the company. “We’d...
4 Takeaways from the June 25 Common Council meeting
Council approves funding plan for schools. Following the Finance and Claims Committee meeting last week, the Council unanimously approved plans to fund the new high school and the elementary school. The council approved appropriating $189 million to cover most of the cost of Norwalk High School—in addition to the $50 million the council had previously authorized for the project. It also approved reallocating $19 million in bonds that were previously authorized for the South Norwalk School to Norwalk High School, since the South Norwalk School got approved for 60% state reimbursement.
Costco files appeal claiming Planning and Zoning Commission “acted illegally, arbitrarily” by adding certain conditions of approval
In February, when the Planning and Zoning Commission approved Costco’s plans to expand its current footprint on Connecticut Avenue, it added a few conditions to that approval that the applicant opposed. While attorneys for Costco objected to the conditions at the time, the company has now made its objections...
Free refreshments and some laundry love tonight
The public is invited to enjoy free refreshments while learning about a worthy cause tonight Wednesday June 26 from 6 until 7:30 p.m. when 1920 Bar and Bistro, located at 2 Wilson Avenue in Norwalk, hosts Laundry Love’s no-charge event “Love, Dignity and Detergent.” A news release promises light refreshments including wine and beer, plus live music by Ron and Hayley Wilson. You can enjoy the festivities at no charge simply by signing up at 1920 Bar and Bistro – signup | Tock (exploretock.com).
5 takeaways from the Norwalk Affordable Housing Plan Committee meeting
One-third of Norwalk households are paying more than 30 percent of their incomes on housing, the Affordable Housing Plan Advisory Committee learned Monday, when it met to discuss key findings from a consultant’s state-mandated report on the city’s housing needs. Kevin Dwarka, a land use and economic consultant...
CT is considering health plan rate increases. Here’s what to know.
The Connecticut insurance department is again considering annual rate hikes for state-regulated health plans on and off the insurance exchange. Insurers are seeking an average increase of 8.3% on 2025 individual plans and 11.9% on small group policies. The proposed hikes are lower than what was requested the last two years, but similar to those sought in 2021.
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Norwalk Boat Club’s objections and questions about O&G application
The following letter was sent to members of the Planning and Zoning Commission and shared with NancyOnNorwalk. To: Mr. Kleppin, Mr. Baker, The Norwalk Planning and Zoning Commissioners and copied officials, department heads, and others,. I apologize for anyone I may have left out. We are writing to document our...
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