Ashley Smith

4 days ago | nancyonnorwalk.com | Ashley Smith |Bryan Meek |Drew Todd |Becca Stoll

NORWALK, Conn. — After the National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) unexpectedly withdrew $10,000 in previously awarded funding, INTEMPO has successfully closed the gap and surpassed it, thanks to the support of the community. The lost grant was intended to help fund INTEMPO’s Cultural Crossover Concert, held in April at Norwalk City Hall.

4 days ago | nancyonnorwalk.com | Ashley Smith |Bryan Meek |Drew Todd |Becca Stoll

NORWALK, Conn. — A Peace Pole has been installed at Emig Park in Rowayton, directly across from the United Church of Rowayton. The Peace Pole Project, which began over 40 years ago, now features more than 250,000 poles in 180 countries across every continent. While several Peace Poles can be found in Fairfield County, this is the first one in Rowayton. “It is fitting that the pole has been installed at Emig Park, as our founding pastor, Rev.

5 days ago | nancyonnorwalk.com | Ashley Smith |Drew Todd |John S. O’Neill |John O’neill |David Muccigrosso

NORWALK, Conn. — A celebration Friday marked the removal of several large oil tanks at the former Manresa Island power plant site, a key step in transforming the long-industrial waterfront into a public park and ecological hub. Officials from local, state, and federal governments, along with community members and project partners, joined together to commemorate the milestone, describing it as a symbol of progress and collaboration.

5 days ago | nancyonnorwalk.com | Ashley Smith |Drew Todd |John S. O’Neill |John O’neill |David Muccigrosso

NORWALK, Conn. — With temperatures expected to reach the mid to upper 90s and heat indexes nearing 100 degrees, Mayor Harry Rilling has activated Norwalk’s cooling centers from Sunday, June 22, through Wednesday, June 25. The National Weather Service has issued an extreme heat warning, effective from noon Sunday through 8 p.m. Wednesday. City officials are urging residents to stay hydrated and avoid strenuous outdoor activity during the heat wave.

1 week ago | nancyonnorwalk.com | Ashley Smith |Thomas Blyth |Jud Aley |Mike Murray

NORWALK, Conn. — Barbara Smyth, a Democratic candidate for mayor, will host a campaign fundraiser this Sunday at BanC House in South Norwalk. The event is scheduled for June 22 from 4 to 6 p.m. at 16 River St. Attendees can expect light bites, beverages, and the chance to meet and speak with Smyth about her vision for the city. “Let’s come together, friends and supporters, to rally behind Barbara’s vision for our city,” the campaign said in a message.