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Aug 16, 2024 | 
nancyonnorwalk.com | Malik Brizan-Reed |Brechin Morgan
The air was thick with the scent of coffee in a Chicago-based marketing and advertising company. 5ivefingaz, or 5ive for short, worked there in 2016. Fluorescent lights reflected off polished surfaces, and whiteboards were covered in hastily sketched ideas. Sharp-suited professionals exchanged nods and decisive gestures. In the middle of everything, 5ivefingaz found himself suffering from insomnia, depression, and anxiety.
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Jul 30, 2024 | 
nancyonnorwalk.com | Malik Brizan-Reed |Bryan Meek |Drew Todd |John S. O’Neill |John O’neill
Residents of Norwalk are invited to attend the free, family-friendly happening known as National Night Out, an annual community-building campaign hosted by the Norwalk Police Department on August 1st. The event will occur at 1 Monroe Street at Norwalk Police Department headquarters, kicking off at 5 p.m. and ending at 8 p.m. National Night Out happens every first Tuesday in August in all 50 states, including U.S. territories and military bases.
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Jul 29, 2024 | 
nancyonnorwalk.com | Malik Brizan-Reed |Lynnelle Jones |Tom Farrington |Bryan Meek
Common Council President Darlene Young discusses housing in Norwalk, O&G’s decision to withdraw, and summer youth. Read on. Can you tell me exactly what you do as president of the Common Council? “I think each person makes it on their own. There’s no guide that tells you this or that. I think the leadership position provides more opportunities for more exposure. You’re representing the city, and the position lends itself to being heard more, and that’s what a leader is.
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Jul 25, 2024 | 
nancyonnorwalk.com | Malik Brizan-Reed |Richard Gayton |John S. O’Neill |John O’neill |David Muccigrosso
NancyonNorwalk’s summer intern Malik takes us on a tour of the Norwalk Conservatory of the Arts, a creative haven where aspiring artists hone their skills with guidance from industry professionals. Founded in 2018, this conservatory offers a range of programs, including Musical Theatre, Dance, and Television/Film Performance. During the Pre-College Intensive Program, students participate in masterclasses, seminars, and workshops to prepare for a career in the arts.
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Jul 24, 2024 | 
nancyonnorwalk.com | Malik Brizan-Reed |Richard Gayton |John S. O’Neill |John O’neill |David Muccigrosso
Parents with children attending Norwalk Public Schools in September can say hello to two new principals, Randall Austin of South Norwalk Elementary and Beth Furnari of P-Tech High School. Austin was a South Norwalk student who grew up in the area. He started his career at Kendall Elementary School as a kindergarten paraprofessional from 2013 to 2014, and was “briefly” the assistant principal of South Norwalk Elementary, said Superintendent Dr. Alexandra Estrella.
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Jul 22, 2024 | 
nancyonnorwalk.com | Malik Brizan-Reed |Bryan Meek |Diane Lauricella |NIcholas Lee Ruiz |Nicholas A Ruiz
In a detailed interview, Norwalk Police Chief James Walsh shares his leadership approach, department initiatives, quality of life issues, racial profiling, and more. Read on. 1. How has your extensive training, including your time at the FBI National Academy and other leadership programs, influenced your approach to leading the Norwalk Police Department? “There are several leadership styles. I want to focus on the transformational leadership style.
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Jul 12, 2024 | 
nancyonnorwalk.com | Malik Brizan-Reed |Becca Stoll |Tysen Canevari |John S. O’Neill |John O’neill
MIRA USA INC will host a workshop in Spanish and English at the Norwalk Public Library at 1 Belden Avenue, to help immigrants and aspiring entrepreneurs develop and implement successful business models.
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Jul 10, 2024 | 
nancyonnorwalk.com | Malik Brizan-Reed |Tysen Canevari |John S. O’Neill |John O’neill |Bryan Meek
Norwalk is exploring hiring an outside company to assist in identifying owners of motor vehicles that are registered out of state, according to Paul Gorman, Norwalk’s tax assessor, whose job it is to discover, list, and value taxable property. “We are not outsourcing our tax collection,” he told NancyOnNorwalk.
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Jul 9, 2024 | 
nancyonnorwalk.com | Malik Brizan-Reed |Jo Bennett |John S. O’Neill |John O’neill |Diane Lauricella
A fuel truck explosion in May destroyed the Fairfield Avenue overpass on I-95 in Norwalk, sparking a debate. As plans for a costly replacement move forward, some residents and officials have questioned whether a new overpass is needed. The Connecticut Department of Transportation (CTDOT) says yes. “Not replacing the bridge was looked at and then quickly ruled out,” said CTDOT Communication Director Josh Morgan.
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Jul 8, 2024 | 
nancyonnorwalk.com | Malik Brizan-Reed |Stephen Keogh |John S. O’Neill |John O’neill |Priscilla Feral
From managing crises to promoting diverse voices, Michelle shares her insights on handling public perception and upcoming initiatives to enhance community engagement. Read on. Can you tell me about yourself and what your role entails? “I’m the communication director of the city. I started here a little over two years ago. My role entails making sure everything is transparent to the community.
