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Norwalk Hospital stroke center wins award
NORWALK, Conn. — Norwalk Hospital recently won a “Get With The Guidelines Stroke Gold Plus” award, and was named to the Stroke Elite Honor Roll and Type 2 Diabetes Honor Roll. Stroke, a leading cause of death and a major cause of serious adult disability, happens when...
Norwalk photos: NPS event at Maritime Aquarium
NORWALK, Conn. — Norwalk Public Schools families, teachers and staff enjoyed free entry to the Maritime Aquarium during a Thursday evening event culminating the NPS/Aquarium Summer Learning by the Sea program. Reminder:. NancyOnNorwalk requires full names from commenters. For more information, go here.
GOPIO to mark India’s Independence
The 76th anniversary of India’s independence will be marked by Connecticut’s Global Organization of People of Indian Origin chapter (GOPIO-CT) at Stamford’s India Festival on Sunday Aug. 6, 11:30 a.m. at Stamford Government Center, 888 Washington Boulevard, according to a news release. After the raising of American,...
NCHC offers free events during National Health Center Week
NORWALK, Conn. — A slate of free public events celebrating National Health Center Week is announced by Norwalk Community Health Center. All the events will be held at the Health Center’s 120 Connecticut Ave. flagship facility, except the Monday launch event at The SoNo Collection. “Get Moving Monday:”...
DPW roundup: Emergency work; more flooding remediation; an electric truck
NORWALK, Conn. — Some Department of Public Works news:. A retaining wall supporting the sidewalk on the south side of the Wall Street bridge over the Norwalk River is in danger of collapsing due to structural deficiencies and overall poor structural condition, according to Senior Civil Engineer Paul Sotnik.
A Norwalk photo #183
NORWALK, Conn. — Above, NASA Antares rocket seen Tuesday night flying into space east of Norwalk on a resupply mission for the International Space Station. The rocket was launched from the Mid-Atlantic Regional Spaceport on Wallops Island, Virginia at 8:31 p.m. The rocket is carrying Northrop Grumman’s unpiloted Cygnus spacecraft, which is scheduled to catch up to the space station early Friday. The vehicle is carrying over 8,000 pounds of cargo, according to NASA.
South Norwalk residents surprised by noisy helicopter
NORWALK, Conn. — A helicopter flying low over South Norwalk’s shoreline Monday morning, reportedly disturbing residents, was surveying for the Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP). Resident Hal Fass said the “low flying helicopter hovered over the South Norwalk neighborhoods of Harbor View, Village Creek, Harbor...
Oyster Festival headliners announced
NORWALK, Conn. — The musical headliners slated to perform on the Norwalk Oyster Festival’s “Built Ford Proud” stage Friday Sept. 8 through Sunday Sept. 10 at Veterans Park have been announced:. Gary LeVox, whose legendary chart-topping trio Rascal Flatts provided the blueprint for today’s genre-crossing Nashville...
Wall Street Place sits covered in Tyvek, but is it ‘coming soon’?
NORWALK, Conn. — New York City has the Empire State Building. San Francisco, the Golden Gate Bridge. Norwalk has the Tyvek Temple, the stagnant apartment building named for the synthetic bathrobe it’s still wearing seven years after construction stalled due to a $9 million shortfall and the bankruptcy of its original developer, POKO Partners.
Seaport Association plans ‘Margaritaville on the Beach’
NORWALK, Conn. — Calf Pasture Beach will be the place to enjoy specialty cocktails, Chef Clyde Ripka’s signature cuisine, and music by DJ Matt Zako when the Seaport Association hosts its fundraiser, “Margaritaville on the Beach,” from 6 until 10 p.m. Saturday Aug. 12. According to a news release, the bill of fare will include:
City kicks off SoNo Farmers’ Market in Ryan Park
NORWALK, Conn. — The SoNo Farmers’ Market Grand Opening is planned for this Sunday July 30 from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m. at Ryan Park (corner of Raymond and Day Streets in South Norwalk). Local growers will ply their wares and discuss sustainable farming practices. Expect to find produce, artisanal cheeses, freshly baked bread, organic honey and preserves, and prepared foods offered by local restaurants and businesses. Guitarist Luke Molina will perform, and kids can enjoy lawn games, face painting, and balloon art.
ConnDOT seeks public input on Route7/15 Norwalk project
NORWALK, Conn. — Citizens are invited to an Aug. 16 public hearing on two alternatives being considered for the Route7-15 project, which would rework the interchanges of Route 7 and the Merritt Parkway, and the Merritt Parkway with Main Avenue. The project reportedly dates to the early 1990s but...
Critics vent on Facebook as City releases ‘I love Norwalk’ video
NORWALK, Conn. — As some Norwalkers recoil, the City has officially announced its new “I love Norwalk” logo, sharing the promotional video “where members of the community, key stakeholders and leaders of local organizations share why they love Norwalk.”. The new logo replaces the “Sound of...
Norwalk cooling centers opened
NORWALK, Conn. — Norwalk has opened its cooling centers, given the heatwave gripping the area. A National Weather Service heat advisory is in effect until 8 p.m. Saturday, with heat index value of up to is 101 degrees expected. “A Heat Advisory is issued when the combination of heat and humidity is expected to make it feel like it is 95 to 99 degrees for two or more consecutive days, or 100 to 104 degrees for any length of time,” NOAA states.
Norwalk’s new logo given lukewarm reception
NORWALK, Conn. — Norwalk is getting a new logo, developed through a tourism contract awarded to Dornenburg Kallenbach Advertising (DKA) by the Common Council in December 2020. A sneak peek Tuesday for Council members sparked questions but drew no accolades. “This particular logo that says, ‘I heart Norwalk,’ did...
Norwalk Police shoo 93 underage drinkers from SoNo bar
NORWALK, Conn. — Nearly 100 underage drinkers were found in a Washington Street bar late Saturday in an investigation spurred by Norwalk Police officers patrolling the area, a news release said. Officers learned that Saltwater SoNo Restaurant & Bar/Jayla Jayla Nightclub was serving numerous underage people alcoholic beverages and...
Scicchitano gets Republican nod in bid for Norwalk Mayor
NORWALK, Conn. — Norwalkers are ready for change, Republicans said Tuesday as they endorsed businessman Vinny Scicchitano for Mayor. “I’m running for mayor to offer a change in direction, to provide a fork in the road,” Scicchitano said. “…This election will decide the direction that may change the city I love forever. For many years, one party rule that closely aligns with Hartford is taking the city in the direction that the ruling party in Hartford wants rather than the direction that Norwalkers want their home and community to take.”
Unitarian Universalists offer tag sale
A tag sale where you’ll find clothing, dishes, housewares, sheets, towels, pillows, small furniture, rugs, household appliances, artwork, puzzles, toys, electronics and more will be conducted by Unitarian Universalist Congregation in Westport (formerly The Unitarian Church in Westport), according to a news release. All items are said to be fairly priced. This annual event is planned for Saturday Aug. 5 at the Congregation’s Westport facility, located at 10 Lyons Plains Road. Hours are 8:30 a.m. until 4 p.m., rain or shine. Early birds will be admitted at 8 for a $20 fee. If you have questions, call (203) 227-7205.
Rilling’s reelection bid endorsed by Norwalk Democrats
NORWALK, Conn. — Norwalk Democrats endorsed Mayor Harry Rilling for reelection Monday. “Harry Rilling is a winner,” State Senate Majority Leader Bob Duff (D-25) said, recalling Rilling’s fight a decade ago to win a four-way primary and take on incumbent Republican Richard Moccia, months later unseating the four-term Mayor and returning the office to the Democratic party.
Norwalk Democrats present slate of candidates for fall election
NORWALK, Conn. — Norwalk Democrats unveiled a full slate of candidates for office at a cordial Monday evening meeting in City Hall. Three newcomers are running for the five Board of Education seats up for votes this year, along with incumbents Diana Carpio and Mary Ellen Flaherty-Ludwig. Running for...
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