Good morning, Norwalk.

Norwalk Public Library dedicated its history room to local historian Ralph C.

Bloom on Tuesday; he founded the collection in 1972 and volunteered until 2025. The library is now working to digitize the 54-year collection so residents can research local records.

Connecticut lawmakers opposed the USDA plan to close Hamden’s insect lab that combats invasive pests to protect trees.

They urge keeping the facility as proposals may shift research to a regional office (in Warren, Pennsylvania) and affect local pest control.

Metro-North and CTrail will raise fares by 5% on July 1 to help cover rising rail operation costs, with updated fare tables now posted online and customer notifications sent via social media and at stations.

State officials warned parents to store medications safely after three children died from Benadryl overdoses in recent months — the Connecticut Child Advocate urged families to seek help if children show mental health concerns.

UConn researchers led by Steven Szczepanek are expanding human testing to study how RSV mutated after COVID restrictions eased, following a severe outbreak in fall 2022 that strained Connecticut children’s hospitals.

The study will track virus changes in upcoming seasons.

QB Cooper Newman committed to UConn Football on June 9 after former NFL coach Jon Gruden praised his record-setting arm in a video; the top recruit from Sevier County said his visit to Storrs made him feel like the program's No. 1 priority.

UConn announced new assistant coach Mike Pegues will join Dan Hurley's men's basketball staff after Luke Murray accepted the head coaching job at Boston College; Pegues brings vast experience from Delaware, Xavier, Louisville, and Butler (he is expected to develop rising talent this summer).

Former Sun standout Jonquel Jones was inducted as a Connecticut Sun Legend Monday at Mohegan Sun Arena in Uncasville — her jersey now joins those of six others while she received a standing ovation and custom varsity jacket.

Staples' baseball team won an 8-3 CIAC Class LL semifinal over Fairfield Ludlowe on Tuesday, June 9 at Municipal Stadium, overcoming a 3-1 deficit with key plays by senior Lukas Snow + Vincent Vega.

They will face the winner of Fairfield Prep and Trumbull in the final at Palmer Field.

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.