Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 18th of September.
Good morning, Norwalk.
Today, thousands are expected at Norwalk Cove Marina as the annual Discover Boating Norwalk Boat Show returns to show hundreds of vessels from yachts to kayaks.
The event runs until Sunday (ticket prices are $20 for adults) and offers free water activities (kids 12 and under get in free).
Prospect Medical’s bankruptcy has incurred over $60 million in fees with top lawyers billing $2,120 an hour + the sale of its Connecticut hospitals remains stalled as negotiations continue.
The Norwalk Board of Education voted 7—2 on Tuesday to extend Superintendent Estrella’s contract, even as a small group of parents raised concerns about budget management and transparency during a heated meeting at City Hall.
Board members cited strong student performance as a factor in the decision while critics say the process lacked clarity.
The USGS will fly an aerial survey plane over the Connecticut River Valley to map pyrrhotite — a mineral known to weaken cement and risk building foundations.
Flights departing from Robertson Airport in Plainville will continue through the fall to improve regional hazard maps.
A state audit found that the Department of Public Health did not safeguard COVID patient data when its contractor sent sensitive information to personal email accounts plus the report also noted issues with overtime, administrative leave, and purchase orders that showed weak internal controls. DPH agreed with the findings and said it would take steps to improve its monitoring and training for contractors and staff.
Governor Lamont and 17 other governors urged Congress to extend the Affordable Care Act tax credits before the year ends, warning that over 100,000 Connecticut residents rely on the subsidies for affordable coverage.
Lawmakers are debating a short-term funding bill without the credits—raising fears that premiums will spike if the subsidy expires.
Allergy season in Connecticut has grown 20 days longer since 1970 due to climate change — milder winters make trees pollinate earlier and ragweed bloom later.
Experts advise Norwalk residents to clean air filters — a key step to help ease symptoms.
San Gennaro Festival
11 a.m. – 4 p.m. — All Saints Catholic School — Free entry — Celebrate community spirit with a Kids Zone, music, food, and a vendor market.
LIFE OF AGONY Live in Norwalk
7:30-9 p.m. — District Music Hall — Tickets available — Experience a powerful performance by New York's crossover legends in an intimate venue.
G Flip Concert
7-9 p.m. — District Music Hall — Ticket prices vary — Catch G Flip live for an unforgettable evening of music and energy.
Pat Metheny: Dream Box / MoonDial Tour
7:30-9:00 p.m. — District Music Hall — $64 – $115 — Experience the innovative jazz guitar mastery of Pat Metheny live in concert.
6arelyhuman Concert
8:00 – 9:30 PM — District Music Hall — Tickets from $46 — Enjoy a night of exciting live music at District Music Hall.
Jeff Tweedy Performance
12-3 AM — District Music Hall — Tickets available — Experience an intimate night with the renowned frontman of Wilco showcasing his solo and classic hits.
Gary Numan Concert
8:00 – 9:30 PM — District Music Hall — Tickets from $64 — Experience an electrifying performance by Gary Numan in an intimate venue setting.
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