Saturday, December 7th, 2024
Good morning, Norwalk. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 7th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Norwalk invested $100,000 from its capital budget into two major winter holiday events to foster community engagement and support local arts and businesses. The Hour
- ➤ The 33rd annual Norwalk River Fun Run, organized by Norwalk Public Schools and Recreation & Parks, will engage the community in physical fitness through a 1.2-mile run on Dec. 7, featuring a student-designed T-shirt and aquarium movie vouchers for participants. Nancy On Norwalk
- ➤ A few hundred Norwalk residents celebrated the start of the holiday season with a Christmas Tree lighting and musical performances at City Hall. Nancy On Norwalk
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Nigerian citizen was sentenced to 8 years in prison for orchestrating an email fraud scheme causing over $6 million in losses, including targeting a Connecticut-based company. The Hour
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Secretary of the State Stephanie Thomas expresses concerns about implementing ranked-choice voting in Connecticut amidst the introduction of new voting tabulators and expanded absentee balloting. News 12 Connecticut
- ➤ A newly-formed Connecticut legislative committee will scrutinize state agencies' contracts and spending, aiming to enhance governmental transparency and accountability. News 12 Connecticut
- ➤ Lucy Dathan, a state lawmaker from Norwalk, will co-chair a new committee focusing on government accountability and overseeing spending, including the $200 million-over-budget Connecticut State Pier project. News 12 Connecticut
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Aimee Mann Holiday Concert featuring Ted Leo
Aimee Mann and Ted Leo collaborate for a festive concert mixing original songs and classic holiday favorites at District Music Hall.
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In-Person Parenting Education Program Class in Norwalk
The Family & Children's Agency is hosting an in-person Parenting Education Program (PEP) Class, which is required for obtaining a divorce in Connecticut.
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In-Person Parenting Education Program (PEP) Class - Session 2
This required class for divorce proceedings in Connecticut offers parenting education to attendees over two evening sessions.
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Seeing Red: A Night of Cover Bands
Experience a lively evening featuring multiple bands covering dance, pop, rock, and classic hits from various eras.
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Sewing and Crocheting Classes for Kids at City Hall
The City of Norwalk is offering a series of weekly sewing classes for children ages 6 to 11, focusing on basic sewing techniques and various fun projects.
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