Norwalk
Morning News
Wednesday, November 19th, 2025
Good morning, Norwalk. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 19th of November.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Ponza Italian Kitchen, a long-established Norwalk restaurant, closed temporarily because of an access dispute with a neighboring shopping center—its family is working on a solution and will update customers on social media. Supporters continue to share their concerns as the community awaits further news. Nancy On Norwalk
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Earthplace in Westport offers nature-based education where children learn about conservation through unplugged outdoor play, composting, and guided nature walks—using its 62+ acre campus to spark care for the environment. A private donor funds a transport program that brings students from Norwalk, Danbury, and Bridgeport—helping families access nature lessons—and a pilot summer camp for grades 1-2 will start next summer to mix neurodiverse and neurotypical learners. The Hour
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Today, Connecticut begins its firearm deer hunting season on state and private land, running through Dec. 9 with a one-deer daily limit on state land and strict firearm rules in place. Hunters must secure the proper permits, adhere to designated hours, and report all harvests within 24 hours—ensuring compliance with state regulations. The Hour
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Beloved local weatherman Geoff Fox, who died on Nov. 11 after a long battle with cancer, is remembered through a GoFundMe launched by his cousin to help his wife cover funeral and medical expenses—aiming to raise $38,500 while raising over $16,000 as of Tuesday morning. The Hour
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The No. 3 UConn men’s basketball team hosts the No. 4 Arizona team today at Gampel Pavilion at 7 p.m.—the matchup marks only the second home top-five game in UConn history and the Huskies hope to improve on an 8-6 record in such contests. The Hour
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2025 GALA Defying Gravity
11:30 p.m. — Norwalk Concert Hall — $250 — Experience a magical evening supporting aspiring artists while raising funds for scholarships and the growth of NoCo.
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Holiday Family Concert
6-8 p.m. — District Music Hall — Ticket info not provided — Enjoy a festive concert featuring Grammy winner Lisa Fisher to support local youth organizations.
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