Norwalk
Morning News
Friday, December 12th, 2025
Good morning, Norwalk. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 12th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ NancyOnNorwalk is offering its 'News Nerd' tote bag to donors who contribute $100 or more as part of its NewsMatch drive until Dec. 31, with matched donations plus bolstering support for trusted local journalism. Nancy On Norwalk
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Fresh Monkee, a national protein shake chain started by a CT mom, opened its new Norwalk location at 10 Merwin St this week. The chain partnered with actor Mario Lopez and plans to add five locations statewide by year-end. The Hour
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Norwalk’s Lockwood Mathews Mansion Museum invites visitors to experience its Enchanting Lights – Toys: Illuminating the Holiday Season exhibit after a two-year renovation. The historic site, honored on USA Today’s Best Holiday Historic Homes Tours for three years, requires reservations through Jan. 18. News 12 Connecticut
- ➤ Norwalk offers festive holiday events for all ages— a Christmas Carol reading at the United Church of Rowayton and a Paula Poundstone comedy show at District Music Hall occur Dec. 12 while workshops, markets and family activities run through Dec. 21. Nancy On Norwalk
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Gov. Ned Lamont used $70M from the state surplus on Thursday to extend AccessHealthCT healthcare subsidies for over 100K low- and middle-income families. He encouraged residents to check the program website while legislative leaders review the proposal. The Hour
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Gov. Ned Lamont detailed a plan Thursday that will help some health marketplace customers cover premium costs next year + residents must apply by Dec. 15 to secure coverage starting Jan. 1. Connecticut Public
- ➤ The FDA expanded its recall of ByHeart baby formula sold since March 2022 after 51 infant botulism cases were reported nationwide; Connecticut's health department has urged parents to discard any recalled products for safety (no cases have been recorded locally). The Hour
- ➤ Connecticut health officials confirmed on Wednesday the state's first measles case since 2021. The patient is an unvaccinated child (under 10) from Fairfield County who developed cough, runny nose, fever and a rash after international travel, prompting vaccination reminders. Connecticut Public
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ UConn men's basketball will complete its nonconference schedule tonight at PeoplesBank Arena + face Texas at 8 p.m. The Huskies aim to keep their 4-1 record against power-4 teams before beginning Big East play on Tuesday. The Hour
- ➤ Today, No. 5 UConn will face Texas at PeoplesBank Arena in Hartford at 8 p.m. Texas coach Sean Miller, previously at Xavier, highlighted UConn's fast transition and screening offense that could challenge his team. The Hour
- ➤ Former UConn champion Stephon Castle has joined Connecticut Sports Group to build Connecticut United FC—a pro soccer team in Bridgeport set to join MLS Pro in 2026 along with a women’s team in 2028—reflecting his pride in local sports. The Hour
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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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BubbleMania! with Casey Carle
3:00 – 4:00 p.m. — Norwalk Public Library — Free entry — Experience the captivating arts of bubble-making filled with comedy and music for the whole family.
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