Norwalk
Morning News
Saturday, January 10th, 2026
Good morning, Norwalk. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 10th of January.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Family-owned businesses in Connecticut face a succession gap as many retiring owners find no willing successors and rising costs add pressure; Jeff Schmidt sold his historic hardware store in Waterbury for $1.4 million, reflecting a trend that could threaten local business continuity + urging fresh leadership statewide. The Hour
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Norwalk Public Schools officials presented a $263.1 million operating budget for FY 2026-27 at a joint meeting of the Board of Education and City Council. Superintendent Estrella asked when tax-deferred revenue from new developments will add to school funds & CFO Jared Schmitt explained abatements are phased in over seven years. Nancy On Norwalk
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Starting March 1, Community First Choice’s payroll company will deny pay for personal care assistant hours that exceed monthly limits — members must cover extra hours, a change designed to strengthen program integrity. The Hour
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Connecticut was ranked No. 4 in overall health in the 2025 United Health Foundation report, which evaluated factors like low premature death rates and high childhood immunizations. The report also noted challenges like income inequality and housing issues. The Hour
- ➤ Dr. John Brancato of Connecticut Children’s urged parents to vaccinate kids amid rising flu cases as schools reopened. He noted hospitals treated many children with complications such as bacterial pneumonia and said vaccination will lessen illness severity while insurance covers the vaccines. Connecticut Public
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Guys and Dolls - In Concert
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Norwalk Symphony Society — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a captivating performance of the classic musical with live musicians and talented soloists.
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