Norwalk
Morning News
Wednesday, April 1st, 2026
Good morning, Norwalk. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 1st of April.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Pratt & Whitney received a $3.8 billion contract modification for additional F-35 engine work in March and will complete production by March 2028 — part of the work is set at its facilities in East Hartford and Middletown. The Hour
- ➤ After meeting 2024 planning conditions, Costco partnered with Trinity Energy in 2025 to install a battery+solar microgrid that powered its tire center with 2 MWh of clean energy per day, supporting local sustainability and operational independence. Nancy On Norwalk
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Residual Groove, a five-piece jam band from southern Connecticut, will perform an album release show with Hilltop at StageOne at Fairfield Theatre Company on Friday, Apr. 10 as they launch their second album Soul.exe, which blends funk + indie rock sounds. The Hour
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ GametimeCT announced its 2025-2026 All-State Girls Basketball team with standout players including Abby Casper (Northwest Catholic) and others recognized for high scores and academic success. The selections highlight local talent that will compete this season. The Hour
- ➤ UConn’s men’s basketball team rallied on March 29 to edge Duke 73-72 at Capital One Arena + a late surge helped overcome a 15-point halftime deficit, leaving fans and opponents wondering how to stop these Huskies. The Hour
- ➤ The Connecticut Sun will play their final season here before moving to Houston in 2027 under a green-lighted sale. State officials have questioned the deal’s fairness and may ask for a Justice Department review (details remain under scrutiny). The Hour
- ➤ GametimeCT today announced its 2025-2026 All-State Boys Basketball team led by Player of the Year Abdou Toure of Notre Dame-West Haven, with selections that highlight top local talent and set the stage for college offers. The Hour
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Northeast Cultural Festival
7 PM — La Bonita — Ticket info available — Enjoy LUZ ROJA Y IMPACTO NORTEÑO in an exciting night of cultural music.
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Artsy Thursday
Time TBA — Marvin Children's Center — Free entry — Get creative with fun family art activities at this engaging event.
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Hail The Sun Concert
7-9 p.m. — District Music Hall — Cost info not provided — Experience the progressive post-hardcore sounds of Hail The Sun live in Norwalk.
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Grupo Miramar Live Concert
7 p.m. — La Bonita — Ticket required — Experience the vibrant sounds of Grupo Miramar in a lively Norwalk venue.
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