Norwalk
Morning News
Friday, July 25th, 2025
Good morning, Norwalk. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 25th of July.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Today in Norwalk, the Annual St. Ann’s Feast is underway at 16 Hendricks Ave.—this four-day celebration features traditional Italian food, live music, rides, games and local craft vendors with free admission and parking. Nancy On Norwalk
- ➤ Hulk Hogan, formerly known as Terry Gene Bollea—one of professional wrestling's biggest names who helped make WWE a household brand—died Thursday after suffering cardiac arrest at his home; he was 71 and had once lived in Connecticut. The Hour
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Norwalk Common Council advanced a broad package of charter changes including reforms for minority representation, increased council pay, budget transparency, and four-year terms, which will be reviewed by the Charter Revision Commission before the Nov. 4 vote—if approved, the changes will take effect by 2029. Nancy On Norwalk
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ NHL stars took part in the third annual Shoulder Check Showcase at Terry Conners Ice Rink in Stamford last Thursday to promote mental health awareness in honor of Darien hockey player Hayden Thorsen—who died by suicide at 16; fans lined up early for autographs and pregame events as organizers noted that the event's growth reflects strong community support. The Hour
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Nick Lowe & Los Straitjackets Concert
8:00 – 9:30 PM — District Music Hall — Ticket details to be announced — Experience the sounds of acclaimed musician Nick Lowe alongside the energetic Los Straitjackets.
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JuiceBox Live Performance
7:30-10:30 p.m. — 314 Beer Garden and Wood-Fired Pizza — Free entry — Experience the energy of JuiceBox with indie-rock tunes from a talented local band.
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Broadway in the Park
4-6 p.m. — Mathews Park — $20 Adults/$15 Children — Enjoy thrilling Broadway performances with food and fun for the whole family.
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SoNo Play Date
10-11 a.m. — SoNo Stew Leonard III Activity Room — Free entry — A fun-filled hour of activities for kids and families in the heart of Norwalk.
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Blessing of the Backpacks
5-8 p.m. — Bunkhouse at Cranbury Park — Free entry — Celebrate school readiness with a special blessing for students and enjoy pizza and ice cream treats.
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Norwalk Gamer Symphony Orchestra Concert
4-5:30 p.m. — District Music Hall — Tickets available — Experience cherished video game soundtracks brought to life by a community orchestra in a unique symphonic journey.
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