Norwalk hour opinion. Letters: Eclipse of the CT Sun? Sen. NORWALK — A developer's proposal to raze two buildings and put up a 40-unit apartment building on Day Street would force a local distillery to find a new home, according to The latest news from the South Norwalk neighborhood of Norwalk, Connecticut, from the staff at the Norwalk Hour and Hearst Connecticut Media. The Norwalk Board of Education is set to vote on its controversial budget Tuesday night, a week after its previous attempt was delayed. Kaitlin Keane is thrilled to nurture her journalism career as a weeklies reporter with Hearst and looks forward to becoming better acquainted with the communities in her coverage area. Multimedia, Video, News Blogs, Columns. Norman Allen was sentenced to three years in prison Tuesday after he pleaded guilty to the Lowe Street stabbing in Norwalk earlier this year. Norwalk's Board of Estimate and Taxation set a $54. . First, African-American members of the board accused the leadership of being NORWALK — The city is budgeted to spend $100,000 on two upcoming winter holiday events. com, you would find scans of The Norwalk Hour starting 1901, including 197,489 scans in total. The Holiday Extravaganza and Marketplace, scheduled for this Saturday, was A vote on $13 million in school budget cuts was postponed a week after parents and students slammed Norwalk district officials in fiery meeting Tuesday night. The intersection of Wall Street and Commerce Street in Norwalk photographed on May 20, 2025, as a $30 million improvement project begins in the area. Bob Duff said Wednesday the $8 million proposal to save Norwalk school positions will not move forward after vote on superintendent's contract. Bob Duff, Senate Majority Leader and Norwalk resident. 7M in overtime, extra duty In photos: Wilton's Great Holiday Train Show "The new system comprises seven new fixed routes and was designed to create a more streamlined bus network with an emphasis on local and consistent service," Norwalk File photo of a Norwalk police vehicle. Why would he even go to the Norwalk Police Department in the first place? Detour signs will be placed in the neighborhood as construction begins this week on the road safety improvement project near Norwalk Hospital. Senior Summer Bosch has been awarded the Kevin M. As percent of the city's total general With the legislative session about to start in Hartford, Norwalk's delegation is focusing on affordable housing, education, sustainable initiatives and more. Christopher Shays. Bob Duff and Mayor Harry Rilling. Dereck Ramirez, of Bridgeport, had been expected to be sentenced to 10 years in prison Tuesday after pleading guilty to a string of Norwalk home burglaries. Despite the high expectations, one student said the school is like a family. com Jonathan L. NORWALK — After facing accusations of antisemitism, state Senate Majority Leader Bob Duff is defending an Instagram reel he shared comparing former President Donald Trump to Adolf Hitler. The Norwalk Board of Education has moved its budget vote forward one day in order to hear a presentation from Chief Financial Officer Lunda Asmani. NORWALK — The city of Norwalk held its fourth annual Juneteenth Celebration on Thursday on the historic Norwalk Green. "I can guarantee that either Darlene or Barbara will be elected mayor in November," Norwalk Democratic Town Committee Chair Colin Hosten said. Readers can explore a diverse range of content, from local news and sports to arts and opinion pieces, making it a trusted resource for Norwalk residents. "I had The goal of the Norwalk Hour is to provide fearless local journalism that’s as comprehensive as possible, and provides citizens with the information they need to engage with and hold accountable Erles Aguilera of Stamford was sentenced to 9 years in prison after pleading guilty to a Norwalk drunk driving crash that killed Oscar "Bebe" Valdovinos. The Norwalk Board of Education calls for music teachers to be reinstated and vows to keep student-facing position cuts to a minimum as it works on the budget. Young is petitioning to mount a primary challenge for mayor against Barbara Smyth, who NORWALK — Revered hyperlocal news journalist Nancy Guenther Chapman died at 65 Sunday after a monthslong battle with colon cancer. With two schools being constructed and a major railroad bridge project underway, Norwalk is poised for a busy 2025. On OldNews. Easy access to obituaries, local news, front pages and more. Ellen Wink, an ex-Norwalk official charged in the 2022 fatal shooting of her tenant, may opt for insanity or emotional disturbance defenses at her murder trial. com, you would find Over the years since the tragedy in Newtown, Norwalk Public Schools and other Connecticut school districts have been proactive in upgrading safety protocols and procedures, and finding ways to Three warming centers are open in Norwalk and all of the emergency beds with Open Doors are occupied as Gov. Eidt Norwalk High School Scholarship, which is worth $130,000. I News Norwalk Board of Selectmen candidate: Kathryn Angela Martino Kathryn Angela Martino Party: Republican Office being sought: Board of Selectmen Age: Did not respond Incumbent: Home South Norwalk to host first women's squash team in professional Norwalk police, firefighters earn $14. Click for today's Hour Online newspaper from Norwalk, Connecticut. The State Bond Commission recently approved borrowing $155 million to reduce part of consumer electric bills. Play SpellTower, Flipart, Really Bad Chess, Typeshift and Cross|word on the Norwalk Hour website. I wish to address the article by Katherine Lutge in the July 2 Norwalk Hour. Here's how we can be great. Vinny Scicchitano was unanimously endorsed to run for mayor in the November election by the Norwalk Republican Town Committee. A Connecticut native, Pat previously reported for The Stamford Times, The Wilton Villager and The Norwalk CT State Community College Norwalk held its commencement at Hartford Healthcare Amphitheater in Bridgeport on Wednesday. 20 to Sgt. , on Friday December Pat Tomlinson is a reporter covering crime and courts for the Stamford Advocate. The lead investigator in the fatal shooting of Kurt Lametta described the suspect, ex-Norwalk official Ellen Wink, as "insane" in body camera footage. S. It's been about 10 months since the Norwalk Board of Education was rocked with two political bombshells. NORWALK — A mixed-use property at 115 Main St. She previously covered cannabis for A recent letter to The Hour by Frank Derato concerning the fate of the Norwalk Museum was the epitome of good reason. An $8 million deal with Norwalk's Board of Education to fill a gap in the school budget plan is back on the table, said Sen. The unassigned portion of Norwalk's general fund, also called the "rainy day fund," has increased by about $43. Senate Majority Leader Bob Duff says he was reelected as Norwalk and Darien’s state senator in District 25, defeating challenger Martin Tagliaferro. Wharton (opinion): Supreme Court has final say on Second Amendment WEEKDAYS | Get an evening update on news from Norwalk and around CT. Duff (opinion): CT is good for business. Bob Duff and Martin Tagliaferro vie for the 25th state Senate district, highlighting education, housing, and energy policies in a pivotal senate race. The city’s grand list went up slightly from 2023 to 2024, despite a drop in motor vehicle values, according to data from the city. Latest headline being Norwalk needs Updating a 100-year old document is tedious. This free family event featured art, music, culture and food as well as a Diane Cece has worked so hard for us over the years as the leader of the East Norwalk Neighborhood Association, most recently on the East Norwalk development bringing Thomas McBryde, a former top administrator for Norwalk public schools, was suspended last week from his new job as superintendent of a New Jersey district. The NAACP is calling for Norwalk Board of Education President Diana Carpio to immediately step down. Norwalk mayoral candidate, incumbent Democrat Harry Rilling squares off with challenger, Unaffiliated Lisa Brinton who is endorsed by the Republicans, as they meet with the editorial A Superior Court judge ruled on Thursday that a Norwalk police officer whose pursuit of a suspect car ended in a fatal crash in 2017 is protected from liability by governmental immunity. Until last month, the Charter Revision Commission’s minutes and Zoom videos reflected discussion mainly around updating TheHour: Your source for US news, World News, Politics, Editorial and Opinion, Education, Technology & Business News. NORWALK — Two local nonprofit are receiving $25,000 from the proceeds of the Mayor’s Ball to support their missions to help Norwalk residents who face economic challenges. An expert testified that the former Norwalk official was suffering from adjustment disorder due to her tumultuous relationship with her tenant. Norwalk Mayor Harry Rilling wants to focus on sustainability, among other goals, and investing in the schools with Superintendent Alexandra Estrella in 2025. 27 concerning Councilman Bryan Meek’s comments about holding public meetings in-person rather than on Lunda Asmani, chief financial officer for the Norwalk Public Schools, said a number of factors have created a financial perfect storm for the 2025-26 budget. South Norwalk, Jefferson and Silvermine schools and Kendall College & Career Academy are on the list of Connecticut schools with an impending racial imbalance. While Dior Bell was sentenced to six years in prison Monday after he previously pleaded guilty to charges connected to stabbings in Norwalk and Stamford. Police said a bicyclist was struck and killed at the Route 1 and Clinton Avenue intersection by an unmarked Norwalk police cruiser responding to a call. 'The misuse of the filibuster explains why Congress has done so little in recent years to address important issues,' writes former U. Ex-Norwalk police officer Hector Delgado, who retired after his fourth arrest, was given more time to decide on a prosecution offer related to a road rage case. Bob Duff has radical views to defund the Police. The latest news and updates about the city of Norwalk, Connecticut, from the staff at the Norwalk Hour and Hearst Connecticut Media. 7 million capital budget cap for the upcoming fiscal year, slashing over $18 million from department asks. City officers have handed out more than 1,000 tickets this month as they increase enforcement of common violations, officials say. She is Princeton bound. Multimedia, Video, News Blogs, Columns NORWALK — Former Common Council member John Kydes has thrown his hat into the ring to run for mayor of Norwalk, according to a statement he sent Wednesday. Kalleen Rose Ozanic ("Kay-leen") is a former reporter for the Norwalk Hour, Before since joining Hearst Connecticut Media Group in 2023. Lamont extends his severe cold weather protocol. Norwalk Common Council member Darlene Young stands in front of Norwalk City Hall. Rep. A judge will reconsider his offer to Norwalk resident Andrew Cohen, who is accused of possessing child pornography, after he was caught with explicit material. Both my sons went all through Norwalk’s schools, NORWALK — As anti-immigrant sentiments have risen nationally and in his community, a Norwalk resident from Honduras said one of his children is deeply fearful. The Norwalk Board of Education approved its controversial budget Wednesday night with an additional $500,000 from the city. By four votes, Common Council President Barbara Smyth won the Norwalk Democratic Town Committee's support for mayor Monday. Twice a week | Score exclusive insights and analysis on UConn Joe Pisani (opinion): Why does it take so much time to turn back the clock? TheHour: Your source for US news, World News, Politics, Editorial and Opinion, Education, Technology & Business News. Editor’s note: The following letter was sent Aug. I am writing in response to an article published in The Norwalk Hour on Jan. Norwalk police said they seized THC gummies, prerolled joints, loose marijuana and nitrous oxide during a raid at a North Main Street smoke shop. Having read previous articles about the de-funding Northwell, the new owner of Norwalk Hospital, will provide expertise and much-needed capital to begin work on the delayed $220 million patient bed tower. 7 million since the 2014-2015 fiscal year. Sen. Her statements in The Hour create divisiveness among the Board of Norwalk police Detective Brian Barrett points to Ellen Wink as he is asked to identify her on the first day of Wink’s murder trial at state Superior Court in Stamford June 3, 2025. Julie Jason: Retirement thehour. Hartford’s policies, both in terms of ECS funding and housing have dramatically and adversely impacted Norwalk. - Stamford Advocate. The newspaper offers a diverse range of content—breaking news, sports, Parks and open spaces contribute to mental well-being, advocates say The Norwalk Hour @TheHourNews · 1h Norwalk police officer Samantha Bardos takes part in a Lighting of Lanterns during a Homeless Persons Memorial Day at Open Doors in Norwalk, Conn. The lieutenant governor cites projects around state helped by Biden, including in Parks and open spaces contribute to mental well-being, advocates say The Norwalk Hour @TheHourNews · 1h Here’s an updated list of those in need in the Norwalk area. 6 million after multiple offers from prospective buyers, according to a real estate broker. Norwalk Conservatory of the Arts' president expects students to book roles. I, as many, have been reading in The Norwalk Hour, numerous politically motivated articles which are by design to mislead the voting population of the city. 's legacy. Weekly | Understand the politics shaping Hartford and the state. I can remember bringing an environmental studies class to one of the meetings for the development of Norwalk Remembering D’Amelio from his 2017 run for Norwalk Board of Education, Chapman thought back to a story she read in the online Daily Voice about D’Amelio’s 2014 Fireworks over Long Island Sound at the 2024 Independence Day Concert & Fireworks Show at Calf Pasture Beach in Norwalk July 3, 2024. Norwalk Public Schools hosted a breakfast, speeches, an artwork and performance showcase, and a keynote speech to honor Martin Luther King Jr. A 65-year-old person retiring in 2025 will spend an average of $172,500 on health care in their retirement years. Without doubt, state Sen. in Norwalk sold for $2. David O’Connor, president of the Norwalk Police Union, from state Sen. Norwalk nonprofit Open Doors broke ground on five townhomes on Berkeley Street for low-income renters that will open next fall. State Senator Bob Duff celebrates over $107 million in state funding for Norwalk, including major investments in infrastructure and school improvements. Her titular news site, NancyOnNorwalk, announced her passing For National Police Week, police in Norwalk honored four of their colleagues who died in the line of duty. eznxp kweaqm bnn aqsmlty gmsj ychzi bjpizr pztpqq wab xqmlm
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