Austin Rogers

2 months ago | nancyonnorwalk.com | Ashley Smith |Mike Mushak |Austin Rogers |Diane Lauricella

NORWALK, Conn. — Norwalk Public Schools (NPS) are facing a significant funding shortfall after the city’s proposed budget allocated a 4% increase, far below the 9.7% increase requested by the Board of Education. With rising costs in special education, salaries, transportation, and facilities, district officials warn that the funding gap could lead to staff cuts, larger class sizes, and reduced services for students.

2 months ago | nancyonnorwalk.com | Ashley Smith |Mike Mushak |Austin Rogers |Diane Lauricella

NORWALK, Conn. — The city of Norwalk has released its recommended operating budget for the 2025-26 fiscal year, outlining a total expenditure of $450.5 million, a 3.3% increase from the previous year. The proposal includes higher allocations for education, pensions, and public services while also introducing increases in mill rates and median tax bills.

2 months ago | nancyonnorwalk.com | Ashley Smith |Austin Rogers |Diane Lauricella |Susan Wallerstein

NORWALK, Conn. — The Maritime Aquarium at Norwalk has announced the passing of Leila, a 37-year-old harbor seal who served as a longtime ambassador for marine conservation. Leila died on Thursday, Feb. 13, following a recent age-related decline in health. At 37, she surpassed the average life expectancy of 25 years for harbor seals in human care, reflecting the dedicated attention the aquarium’s Animal Husbandry team provided.

2 months ago | nancyonnorwalk.com | Ashley Smith |Austin Rogers |Diane Lauricella |Susan Wallerstein

NORWALK, Conn. — The Friends of the Norwalk River Valley Trail (NRVT) have announced a leadership transition and provided updates on key projects as the organization continues to develop the 30-mile multi-use trail connecting Norwalk, Wilton, Ridgefield, Redding, and Danbury.