Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 28th of March.
Good morning, Norwalk.
🌲 Environment
A partial solar eclipse will occur Saturday before sunrise in our area as the moon covers about 20-30% of the sun—making it look like a crescent.
Residents should wear proper eclipse glasses instead of regular sunglasses and check local forecasts as the event peaks at 6:47 a.m. and ends at 7:04 a.m.
🏛️ Government
The Planning and Zoning Commission approved Norwalk’s plan to buy a $1.1M plot at 6 Butler Street near Mathews Mansion so the city can improve access to Mathews Park—this proposal now goes to the Common Council for further action.
City officials said funds originally set aside for a 20-unit building will be used for paving projects due to a missed deadline—officials noted there is no solid design yet.
On March 26, Mayor Rilling announced that Jared Schmitt had been appointed as Norwalk’s new chief financial officer and he joined the City on April 2 to replace Henry Dachowitz, who left in December.
Schmitt brings over 16 years of public financial management experience from his work in Fairfield.
Connecticut lawmakers are debating a bill that would let incarcerated people ask for sentence reductions after a shorter waiting period—two years instead of five.
Randal Chinnock from the Connecticut Second Look Sentencing Project said the change would give reformed offenders a fairer chance and could lower state costs—voting on the bill is set for April 11.
🎉 Norwalk Events
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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Norwalk Earth Day Festival
11 AM – 3 PM — Norwalk Town Green — Free entry — Celebrate eco-friendly activities, live music, and community fun in harmony with nature's elements.
🏠 Norwalk Real Estate
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