Good morning, Norwalk.

Norwalk’s old Smith Street Jail will be transformed after City Council approved a $478,000 renovation contract with Titan Enterprises on June 9.

The project will restore plumbing and heating at 35 Smith St (for exhibits on the jail’s history and local pottery), setting the stage for an educational landmark.

Fuel prices have dropped to $4.20 while analysts warn that pre-war rates—around $3.09—will take over a year to return after a pending deal to reopen Middle Eastern oil shipping is signed Friday.

Local drivers have already seen a notable shift, though recovery remains slow.

Norwalk High School & P-TECH Norwalk seniors celebrated their graduation on Tuesday at Total Mortgage Arena in Bridgeport as construction continues on the new high school that will include P-TECH.

Roblox launched age-based accounts that restrict chat for younger users, while Connecticut Attorney General William Tong said his office is investigating the safety measures amid child safety concerns.

The system assigns users to account tiers (Kids or Select) based on age and verification.

Residents in the 4th Taxing District are invited to schedule their two yearly bulky waste pickups by calling (203) 854-3200 option 0 or using the online form, with sign-up periods set for each collection zone.

Connecticut officials extended restrictions on hospital facility fees for routine outpatient care in July 2024, yet patients like dental assistant Michele Vincent still faced unexpected charges over $900 for brief treatments, and state data show fees topped $2 billion last year, leaving residents wary of surprise bills.

On Tuesday, June 16, Fitch’s Jacob Smith won the CIAC decathlon at Willow Brook Park in New Britain while Canton's Kayla Berning claimed the heptathlon title after a close finish in the 800, highlighting strong regional high school track performances.

Darien's boys lacrosse team won the CIAC Class LL championship on Tuesday, June 16 — their first state title since 2019 — with a 10-9 victory over New Canaan and a unanimous No. 1 ranking in the final GametimeCT Top 10 Poll.

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.

Tito Mira and His Chanchona

8 p.m. — La Bonita — Ticket required — Enjoy an evening of lively music by Tito Mira y su Chanchona in the heart of Norwalk.

La Única Tropical Concert

8 p.m. — Bambu Night Club — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a vibrant tropical music experience at one of Norwalk's night spots.