Norwalk
Morning News
Thursday, June 19th, 2025
Good morning, Norwalk. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 19th of June.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ After a successful test run in California, Florida, and New York, Shake Shack launched its Dubai Chocolate Pistachio Shake nationwide on Tuesday at its eight Connecticut locations. The limited-time shake—sold for $9.49—has pistachio frozen custard mixed with toasted dough and a crackable chocolate shell and was not sold at stores in stadiums, airports, arenas, travel plazas or museums. The Hour
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ News 12's Kristie Reeter tested the Too Good To Go app on June 18th—she ordered a surprise bag from a local café for $3.99 that included two loaves of bread, four croissants and a mini cake. News 12 Connecticut
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Norwalk Board of Education passed its budget for the next fiscal year after Mayor Harry Rilling said the city found an extra $500,000 to save six special education jobs and restore 61 positions amid weeks of debate. Board members thanked parents for their strong support that kept arts and music programs funded. News 12 Connecticut
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Starting July 1, Norwalk will begin a new solid waste pickup contract using automated, side-loading trucks that accept only uniform 65-gallon buckets—homes have received new black and red garbage bins while blue recycling bins stay the same. Apartments, condos, and businesses will no longer get city trash and recycling pickup, so these groups must use transfer stations or private services for waste disposal. News 12 Connecticut
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Today, News 12 interviewed Vinny Schiraldi, regional manager at Mighty Quinn's Barbeque, who talked about summer grilling on Conversation Connecticut — he explained grilling tips as the chain operates in New York, Florida, Maryland, New Jersey and Connecticut. News 12 Connecticut
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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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