Friday, June 13th, 2025
Good morning, Norwalk. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 13th of June.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Cities and towns in Connecticut will host parades, live music and fireworks shows to celebrate the nation’s 249th birthday, with events ranging from Branford’s Beach Bash to a concert at Norwalk’s Calf Pasture Beach—many festivities include road closures and scheduled rain dates. Connecticut Public
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Norwalk Public Schools may get $6 million to restore arts, music, and student programs but will move ahead only if the Board of Education accepts conditions that limit city control over staffing + change contract negotiation dates with the superintendent. Officials will review the offer at an upcoming meeting amid concerns over transparency and legal authority. Nancy On Norwalk
- ➤ WalletHub ranked Connecticut 49th for racial equality in education and said white and Black students had large differences in test scores and college degrees. The study showed that relying on local wealth for school funding created big gaps in quality and resources—an issue that has affected many districts in the state. The Hour
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Federal funding cuts are threatening the future of the World Trade Center Health Program, which currently serves over 142,000 participants nationwide including more than 1,500 Connecticut residents. Advocates and survivors such as Norwalk's James Rossetti—diagnosed with prostate cancer six months ago—warn that staff layoffs and stalled federal bills may delay timely treatment for those affected by 9/11 exposure. The Hour
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On-Site Tour of Maplewood at Strawberry Hill
9 a.m. - 7 p.m. — Maplewood at Strawberry Hill — Free entry — Explore a community known for its exceptional senior care and welcoming environment.
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Goat Yoga at Spacecat Brewing
6:30-7:30 p.m. — Spacecat Brewing Co. Taproom & Beer Garden — $37.5 (+tax/fees) — Enjoy a relaxing evening of yoga alongside playful baby goats.
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