Norwalk
Morning News
Thursday, July 31st, 2025
Good morning, Norwalk. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 31st of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Norwalk Run/Walk Club offers residents a chance to exercise and meet their neighbors. Its next meetup is set for Saturday, Aug. 2 at 9 a.m. at Calf Pasture Beach. Nancy On Norwalk
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ The Dilly Duck Shop at 666 Main Ave. in Norwalk was named Connecticut's best sandwich shop on Yelp’s new Top 100 Sandwich Shops list and ranked No. 45 nationally. The eatery, which opened in 2017 and holds a 4.8 rating from 309 reviews, gained attention during national sandwich month—boosting its local reputation. The Hour
- ➤ Two office buildings at Merritt 7 Corporate Park in Norwalk are off the market for new leases and may be converted to apartments if the owner finalizes discussions—city planner Bryan Baker confirmed no proposal has been submitted yet. Major tenants are being moved out, setting the stage for a possible shift in how the space is used. The Hour
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Members of Norwalk’s Saint Ann’s Club placed a statue of St. Ann on a truck on Saturday morning as they prepared for their annual feast held on July 26—this four-day festival features Mass, a procession, food, live entertainment and dancing while raising funds for community donations and honoring Italian heritage from Jelsi. Nancy On Norwalk
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont said the EPA proposal—aimed at rescinding the 2009 Endangerment Finding and eliminating limits on vehicle emissions—could worsen air quality and put public health at risk. The proposal is still under review with a public comment period ending Sept. 21 and may undermine state efforts to curb pollution. Connecticut Public
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ On Tuesday, the Charter Revision Commission heard comments from Norwalk school leaders and council members on 21 proposed charter changes that include a faster school budget timeline, a change in council size, and a review of council compensation. The commission will meet again Wednesday, and final decisions are expected at the Aug. 5 meeting before the proposals appear on the Nov. 4 ballot — a move that may alter local government rules. Nancy On Norwalk
- ➤ The MTA Board approved a 10% fare increase on Metro-North trips that start or end at a Connecticut station after public hearings. The fares will jump by 5% in September and by another 5% in July - a move meant to prevent service cuts amid an $11 million shortfall in the state budget. News 12 Connecticut
- ➤ Norwalk taxpayers have until Friday, Aug 1 to pay their tax bills using in-person, online, phone, or mailed payments without incurring interest penalties; the bills cover real estate, motor vehicle, business personal property, and sewer use charges. Payments made after Aug 1 will incur a 3% interest charge through Aug 31—taxpayers should bring their current tax bill when paying in person or at bank branches. Nancy On Norwalk
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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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Electric Garden Festival 203
3-11 p.m. — 314 Beer Garden and Wood-Fired Pizza — Free entry — Enjoy chill vibes outside and high-energy beats inside with mini golf and top DJs.
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