Norwalk
Morning News
Monday, April 20th, 2026
Good morning, Norwalk. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 20th of April.
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Due to rising fuel costs, Bridgeport & Port Jefferson and Cross Sound ferries added surcharges for trips across Long Island Sound. Bridgeport & Port Jefferson's fee began on April 15 and will be reviewed Wednesday, while Cross Sound will update fares today; one-way tickets are up by $3. News 12 Connecticut
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Connecticut’s Rental Assistance Program helps 6,500 low-income households, elderly individuals and those with disabilities pay rent using state funds—recipients must recertify yearly and remain in Connecticut to continue receiving aid. The Hour
- ➤ The BBB Serving Connecticut warned consumers about passport scams after a state resident was duped by a bogus website—official channels offer free forms and in-person appointments. The Scam Tracker received over 750 reports this year, prompting locals to use only secure .gov sites. The Hour
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ UConn's Braylon Mullins announced his decision on Saturday, Apr. 18 to return for another season after his key Final Four performance. He has chosen to remain with the Huskies in Indianapolis to focus on his health and further develop his game. The Hour
- ➤ The Bridgeport Islanders will begin their best-of-three Calder Cup playoff series on Tuesday, April 21 with a home-game advantage against the Hershey Bears at Total Mortgage Arena, starting at 7 p.m. Game 2 will be in Hershey and Game 3 at home if needed. The Hour
- ➤ Connecticut Sports Media Alliance will host its 83rd Gold Key Dinner on Sunday, May 17 at 2 p.m. at the Aqua Turf Club in Southington, honoring five sports figures including former UConn football star Nick Giaquinto, with tickets costing $80 (checks payable to CT Sports Media Alliance). The Hour
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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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Silversun Pickups Concert
7:30-9:00 p.m. — District Music Hall — Tickets starting at $84 — Experience a can't-miss live performance from Silversun Pickups in Norwalk.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
They who can give up essential liberty to obtain a little temporary safety deserve neither liberty nor safety.
~ Benjamin Franklin
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