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New Playground Coming to Bayley Beach

1 month ago | nancyonnorwalk.com | Ashley Smith |Bryan Meek |Tysen Canevari |Adam Blank

ROWAYTON, Conn. — Exciting changes are coming to Bayley Beach as plans for a new playground move forward. Thanks to the efforts of the Friends of Bayley Beach (FBB) and contributions from more than 100 Rowayton families, the group has raised 75% of the $450,000 goal needed to replace the current aging structures. The new playground, designed in collaboration with local organizations, will feature increased accessibility, natural landscaping, and play structures for children of all ages.
Hello, Readers: A Message from the New Managing Editor

Dec 2, 2024 | nancyonnorwalk.com | Ashley Smith |Jeff Hall |Bryan Meek |Adam Blank

Dear Readers,I am ecstatic to introduce myself as the new Managing Editor of Nancy on Norwalk! My name is Ashley RK Smith, and I am honored to continue the legacy of this trusted publication and its remarkable founder, Nancy Chapman. Nancy’s passion for journalism, unwavering dedication to transparency, and commitment to giving a voice to the Norwalk community have left an indelible mark.
Hobby Lobby Taking Over Former Bob's Stores Location

Nov 25, 2024 | nancyonnorwalk.com | Ashley Smith |Bryan Meek |Adam Blank

NORWALK, Conn. — Connecticut’s fifth Hobby Lobby is under construction at 380 Main Ave, a former Bob’s Stores location. Norwalk’s Planning and Zoning Department issued a permit for the 38,000-square-foot space in March, prior reporting shows. Nancy on Norwalk has reached out to Hobby Lobby for more information, Hobby Lobby has not responded at this time.
Norwalk's overhauled zoning rules, including some 'really problematic' changes, face more tweaks

Oct 14, 2024 | nancyonnorwalk.com | Kelly Prinz |Adam Blank |Bryan Meek |Jack Spencer

When they adopted an overhaul of Norwalk’s zoning regulations last February, Planning and Zoning Commissioners and city officials knew that wasn’t the end of the story. “Things always look great on paper, and sometimes they don’t pencil out or work on the ground,” Planning and Zoning Director Steve Kleppin told a public hearing last week. In the zoning overhaul, he said, these things included some “really problematic” changes that the city has already moved to fix.
Upcoming City Meetings...At your Fingertips

Jun 4, 2024 | nancyonnorwalk.com | Diane Lauricella |Bryan Meek |Adam Blank |John S. O’Neill |John O’neill

Upcoming Nowalk City Government Meetings: Week of June 3rd Arts and Culture Commission -Date June 4, 2024, 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM -LINK: https://norwalkct-org.zoom.us/j/86284168955#success Public Works Committee of the Common Council -Date: June 4, 2024, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM -LINK: https://norwalkct-org.zoom.us/j/87671688992#success Aquifer Protection Agency -Date: June 5, 2024, 5:30 PM - 6:00 PM LINK: https://norwalkct-org.zoom.us/j/82955531430#success Planning & Zoning Commission -Date: June 5,...
An evening of comedy with 'Remember The Game?' host Adam Blank

Apr 12, 2024 | eventbrite.ca | Adam Blank

Comedian and host of Remember The Game? (Canada's #1 gaming podcast), Adam Blank, is bringing his lazy eye and dumb jokes to Toronto for a one night show on June 28th! AND he suckered his co-host, fellow comedian, and PENDING RTG Hall of Famer, Mark McCue, into coming with him!Doors will open at 6pm (The VIP Meet & Greet runs from 4pm - 6pm), and the show will start at 7. A meet & greet will follow and is included with all tickets.
I'm still here | Nancy on Norwalk

Mar 31, 2024 | nancyonnorwalk.com | Nancy Chapman |Mike Murray |Adam Blank |John S. O’Neill |John O’neill

You may have noticed I’m MIA, my byline hasn’t appeared on any stories published here for several weeks. I have been diagnosed with colon cancer, as the NoN board announced Feb. 6. I’ve been on leave for treatment since then. I’m proud of the work Kelly Prinz, Harold Cobin, Paul Lanning and consulting editor Nancy Shulins have done in my absence, but I’m told readers miss my voice. Cancer?
Odeens wins five year commitment for Oak Hills Park restaurant

Mar 27, 2024 | nancyonnorwalk.com | Bryan Meek |Adam Blank |Tysen Canevari

Odeens has been selected as the next operator of the Oak Hills Park restaurant. The company operates a restaurant at Ridgefield’s public golf course and in Spin Caramel, N.Y.“Serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner, Odeen’s will cater to Oak Hills Park golfers, tennis players, hikers, and the general public,” a news release said. The long-embattled restaurant space was formerly rented by Dry Dock restaurateur Don Mastronardi, who declined to renew the lease.
Maritime Aquarium's 'gold standard’ rating

Mar 27, 2024 | nancyonnorwalk.com | Paul Lanning |Adam Blank |Tysen Canevari |Bryan Meek

The Maritime Aquarium at Norwalk recently became one of 236 institutions in 13 countries that are accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA), an authoritative nonprofit organization founded in 1924.
Fairfield CFO hired to lead Norwalk's Finance Department

Mar 26, 2024 | nancyonnorwalk.com | Adam Blank |Tysen Canevari |Bryan Meek

Mayor Harry Rilling has hired Jared Schmitt as Norwalk’s new Chief Financial Officer. Schmitt has been Fairfield CFO for more than three years. He replaces Henry Dachowitz, who resigned in December. Schmitt will begin work April 2, a news release said. “We are excited to welcome Jared Schmitt as our new CFO,” Rilling is quoted as saying.