Good morning, Norwalk.

A black bear was seen near Cranbury Park’s entrance today, and city officials urged residents not to approach the animal and to secure garbage and remove bird feeders until late fall to avoid attracting wildlife.

USS Connecticut nears return to service this September after years of repairs at Puget Sound Naval Shipyard following its 2021 incident, while the Navy has set a retirement date for 2031.

Built in Groton, the sub has long supported our local shipbuilding legacy.

The CT-Puerto Rico Trade Commission held its first meeting on Tuesday, June 2—commissioners formed subcommittees for economy, tourism, housing, education and healthcare while passing a motion to add energy to tackle power outages.

They plan to reconvene in September and consult with Puerto Rican leaders.

Local musician Darik Pearson, frontman of Darik and the Funbags, fights stage 4 prostate cancer while still performing at local venues, including a recent show at Woodbury Brewing Company.

He shares his journey using a GoFundMe fundraiser & a Facebook group to support and educate his community.

On April 21, the CIAC baseball tournaments brought wins and upsets across four divisions as Norwalk beat Glastonbury 3-1 and Danbury upset Naugatuck 12-4—top pitchers delivered standout performances.

Quarterfinal games will be played on Saturday, June 6.

Marine Dursus returned from a foot injury in May to help Angers avoid relegation—scoring key points and making important steals—and she later committed to UConn women’s basketball, where she will develop her strong offensive and defensive skills.

UConn coach Dan Hurley signed Arkansas center Elmir Džafic (7-foot, 285-pound Bosnian) on Monday afternoon; his three years of eligibility boost the men's basketball team by joining international transfers from Germany and Belgium.

Norwalk's No. 14 baseball team won 3-1 over No. 3 Glastonbury on Tuesday, June 2 at Glastonbury High School – key plays by Josh Todd and Jacob Fields spurred the win.

El Varon de La Bachata

8 PM – 2 AM — La Bonita — Tickets from $60 — Experience a night of captivating bachata music in the heart of Norwalk.

100 Demons Live Concert

6-9 p.m. — District Music Hall — Tickets start at $125 — Experience the unforgettable live performance of 100 Demons in Norwalk.

Hope in Motion Walk

10 a.m. — Mill River Park — Registration required — Celebrate 30 years of resilience and support those impacted by cancer during this community fundraising event.

Much Ado About Nothing

7:30 p.m. — Pinkney Park — $25 adults, $5 children — Experience Shakespeare’s comedy of love and wit under the stars in a beloved outdoor setting.

Cielo Gris in Concert

8:00 p.m. — Bambu Night Club — Tickets available — Experience the vibrant sounds of Cielo Gris live in Norwalk.

The Wood Brothers Concert

8:00 – 9:30 PM — District Music Hall — Ticket prices vary — Experience an evening of soulful tunes from The Wood Brothers.

Poetry For Your Palate

6-9 p.m. — La Zingara Restaurant — Admission varies — Enjoy a delightful fusion of culinary treats and poetry that celebrates connection and community.

Fer Martinez and His Friends from Olancho

9:00 p.m. — La Bonita — Pre-sale $60 — Experience an exciting night with Fer Martinez y Sus Cuates de Olancho in a vibrant venue.

29th Annual Kids Challenge

9:30 AM – 5:00 PM — Shorehaven Golf Club — Registration fee applies — Golf for a cause with activities and auctions supporting community youth services.

The Church Performance

8:00 – 9:30 PM — District Music Hall — Ticket prices vary — Experience an unforgettable evening with live music from The Church.