Norwalk
Morning News
Friday, January 23rd, 2026
Good morning, Norwalk. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 23rd of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Norwalk Carver Community Center held a groundbreaking ceremony for its second phase of renovations – which include ADA accessibility upgrades and improved security – with state Senate Majority Leader Bob Duff and other state officials present. News 12 Connecticut
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Several Connecticut chefs and restaurants were named as James Beard Award semifinalists with nominations including Community Table's Bolivar Hilario (New Preston) and Mystic’s Port of Call amid a growing spotlight on local cuisine. The James Beard Foundation will announce final nominees on March 31 as the culinary scene in Connecticut gains momentum. Connecticut Public
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Parents, alumni and union representatives questioned the changes in the Silvermine Dual Language Program during Tuesday night's school board meeting, saying the program no longer follows its promised structure (50/50 model) while district leaders explained that flexible teaching methods are used to meet language goals. Nancy On Norwalk
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Connecticut is bracing for a winter storm that will bring bitterly cold weather and several inches of snow from Sunday into Monday morning—Gov. Ned Lamont will activate the state’s severe cold weather protocol Friday at noon, offering shelter guidance for those in need. Connecticut Public
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Connecticut Sun announced its 2026 schedule, including a Hartford game on July 2 featuring Paige Bueckers and the Dallas Wings and a return to Boston on Aug. 18. The season opens on May 8 at New York with playoffs later (details pending CBA). The Hour
- ➤ Connecticut Ice, the annual college hockey tournament, moves to Yale's Ingalls Rink this week. On Friday, Quinnipiac faces Sacred Heart at 4 p.m. and UConn meets Yale at 7:30 p.m.—both games will be broadcast live on SNY and ESPN Plus. The Hour
- ➤ The midseason report shows Connecticut high school girls basketball teams, including top-ranked Northwest Catholic and surprising Farmington, making significant strides ahead of the CIAC championships (soon at Mohegan Sun). Several key players are breaking records as teams prepare for upcoming playoff matchups. The Hour
- ➤ UConn will host North Carolina on Nov. 7 as part of its 2026 football season. The game features Wesleyan graduate Bill Belichick, now leading the Tar Heels in their first visit to Connecticut. The Hour
- ➤ On Wednesday, Jan. 21, 2026, Fairfield Prep defeated No. 1 New Canaan 2-1 in Darien as Nico Dowd tied the score in the third period (the team later clinched a hard-fought win) in a game that showcased strong efforts from both sides. The Hour
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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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The Unbeatable Tex Mex
8:00 p.m. — La Bonita — Check venue for ticket prices — Experience an exciting night filled with Tex Mex music and culture.
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Valentine Love Party
7-12 p.m. — La Bonita Latin Fusion Lounge — $33.92-$55.12 — Celebrate love with Tex Mex music and fun at La Bonita.
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Wilmer Manga Concert
8 PM — La Bonita — Ticket Prices Vary — Enjoy a night of Latin music with the talented Wilmer Manga.
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