Norwalk
Morning News
Friday, March 21st, 2025
Good morning, Norwalk. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 21st of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ News 12 checked out top spots on Norwalk’s Main Street— including SoNo Dojo and Lazy Sister— in a recent segment that showed local favorites. News 12 Connecticut
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Stamford-based Purdue Pharma submitted a revised settlement plan on March 20 that asks a bankruptcy judge to consider a deal requiring Sackler family members to pay up to $7 billion and relinquish control of the company. The plan will move forward over several months — marking a milestone in a legal battle that has spanned more than five years. News 12 Connecticut
- ➤ United Illuminating cut nearly $70 million in investments in Connecticut on March 20th after regulators denied most of its rate increase request. The decision forced the utility to postpone key projects—such as substation upgrades and grid improvements—that are critical for maintaining reliable service and controlling customer costs. Connecticut Public
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Literature writer Katherine Ouellette recommended eight books with New England ties for spring reading — the titles remind readers that our current challenges echo lessons from the past and call for hope and action — and the list helps connect history to today. Connecticut Public
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Wolfpit Integrated Arts School celebrated National Music in Schools Month as the Norwalk Symphony woodwind quintet performed for students this morning—demonstrating each instrument's unique pitch, rhythm and tempo. The group will also perform at four local elementary schools this month with support from a City of Norwalk Community Engagement Grant. News 12 Connecticut
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Connecticut Municipal Development Agency—formerly the Redevelopment Agency—said it will launch a study to explore new housing and mixed-use projects near transit hubs and main streets. The agency will help towns get funding and permits for projects in communities with eligible train and bus stations. Connecticut Public
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Connecticut is launching a program that lets doctors prescribe art and culture to help with mental health and loneliness — Art Pharmacy works with state agencies using state and federal funds to support young adults, older adults, and those with special needs. Connecticut Public
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Incidental Contact Live Music Event
Incidental Contact will bring a mix of pop, rock, and dance music for an evening of fun at 314 Beer Garden, featuring a variety of drinks and wood-fired pizza.
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Open House at 63 Toilsome Avenue
1-4 p.m. — 63 Toilsome Avenue, Norwalk, CT — $925,000 — Explore this stunning contemporary colonial with exceptional curb appeal and a resort-style pool in a sought-after neighborhood.
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Night at the Aquarium Fundraiser
6:30-9:30 p.m. — The Maritime Aquarium at Norwalk — $200 per ticket — Celebrate community support while raising funds for ElderHouse's vital services.
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Singles Under Sail 'Meet the Skippers'
2-5 p.m. — U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary Flotilla 72 — Free entry — Mingle with local skippers and learn about sailing opportunities in Norwalk.
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Arise Academy 2nd Annual Boys Basketball Prep Showcase
11:00 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. — Jefferson Magnet School — Ticket required — Showcase aspiring athletes' skills in front of college coaches and scouts.
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Intro to Safe/Smart Cycling
6:30-8:30 p.m. — CT State Community College Norwalk — Free! — Enhance your cycling safety skills and connect with local bike enthusiasts.
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