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5 days ago | 
nancyonnorwalk.com | Ashley Smith |Tysen Canevari |John Palmer |Michael McGuire
NORWALK, Conn. — A Norwalk High School softball coach has been arrested following an investigation into allegations of inappropriate behavior and unwanted touching of students, according to the Norwalk Police Department. Cary Nadel, 70, of 274 Nod Hill Road in Wilton, was charged with four counts of fourth-degree sexual assault and one count of risk of injury to a minor. He turned himself in to police on May 9 after a warrant was issued by Stamford Superior Court.
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2 months ago | 
nancyonnorwalk.com | Ashley Smith |David Muccigrosso |Michael McGuire |Bryan Meek
NORWALK, Conn. — Local officials and community leaders are expressing gratitude and admiration for Mayor Harry W. Rilling following his announcement that he will not seek re-election. After more than a decade as mayor and over 50 years in public service, Rilling’s decision marks the end of an era in Norwalk politics. State Senator Bob Duff praised Rilling’s dedication to the city, highlighting his work on education, downtown revitalization, and climate change initiatives. “Mayor Harry W.
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2 months ago | 
nancyonnorwalk.com | Ashley Smith |Michael McGuire |Bryan Meek |Tysen Canevari
NORWALK, Conn. — The Norwalk International Cultural Exchange (NICE) Festival will return for its ninth year with a new date, set for Saturday, Oct. 4, 2025, from noon to 8 p.m. at Oyster Shell Park. Since its inception in 2016, the NICE Festival has served as a platform for cultural expression, fostering inclusion and community engagement through music, dance, art, and food.
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2 months ago | 
nancyonnorwalk.com | Ashley Smith |Michael McGuire |Bryan Meek |Tysen Canevari
NORWALK, Conn. — Common Council President Barbara Smyth has officially filed paperwork to run for mayor of Norwalk, entering the race to succeed outgoing Mayor Harry Rilling. Smyth submitted her candidacy documents Tuesday morning at Norwalk Town Hall and was available for interviews following the filing. A retired Norwalk Public Schools teacher and four-term Common Council member, she emphasized her public service experience and commitment to strengthening the city’s public education system.
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2 months ago | 
nancyonnorwalk.com | Ashley Smith |Bryan Meek |Tysen Canevari |Michael McGuire
Dear Readers,Today is my birthday, so I decided to take the day off and enjoy a little well-earned relaxation. But before stepping away, I put together a collection of interesting reads for you, because what’s a better way to celebrate than sharing some favorite topics? In today’s lineup, you’ll find articles all about photography—from creative techniques to inspiring stories and the art of capturing the world around us.
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2 months ago | 
nancyonnorwalk.com | Ashley Smith |Bryan Meek |Tysen Canevari |Michael McGuire
In an age where high-resolution digital cameras dominate the photography landscape, toy cameras and the lomography movement offer a refreshing embrace of imperfection and spontaneity. Characterized by their simple construction, quirky designs, and unpredictable results, toy cameras have become beloved tools for those seeking to explore the artistic side of photography. Toy cameras, often made of plastic and featuring basic lenses, include iconic models like the Holga, Diana, and Lomo LC-A.
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2 months ago | 
nancyonnorwalk.com | Ashley Smith |Bryan Meek |Tysen Canevari |Michael McGuire
In a world dominated by digital technology, instant photography holds a nostalgic charm that continues to captivate enthusiasts and professionals alike. Originating in the mid-20th century, instant photography revolutionized the way people captured and shared moments. Pioneered by Polaroid in 1948, the technology allowed photographers to develop and view their pictures within minutes, a groundbreaking departure from traditional film’s lengthy processing times.
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2 months ago | 
nancyonnorwalk.com | Ashley Smith |Tysen Canevari |Michael McGuire |Bryan Meek
NORWALK, Conn. — The Norwalk Conservatory of the Arts (NoCo) will stage the Tony Award-winning musical A Chorus Line at The Klein Memorial Auditorium in Bridgeport from March 13 to March 16. The production, directed and choreographed by NoCo co-founder Ricky Loftus George, with music direction by Benjamin Doyle and stage management by Lauren Elise Fisher, will feature 30 NoCo students.
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Feb 4, 2025 | 
nancyonnorwalk.com | Ashley Smith |David Muccigrosso |Drew Todd |Michael McGuire
HARTFORD, Conn. — Gov. Ned Lamont announced Monday that his upcoming state budget proposal will include increased funding for special education services to ease financial burdens on municipalities and enhance in-district support for students with disabilities. The proposal, which Lamont will present to the Connecticut General Assembly later this week, includes an additional $40 million for the Excess Cost Grant, which assists school districts with high-cost special education placements.
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Feb 4, 2025 | 
nancyonnorwalk.com | Ashley Farmer |David Muccigrosso |Drew Todd |Michael McGuire
Whether it’s black-and-white photos of Arkansas’ Little Rock Nine or Norman Rockwell’s famous painting of New Orleans schoolgirl Ruby Bridges, images of school desegregation often make it seem as though it was an issue for Black children, primarily in the South. It is true that Bridges, the Little Rock Nine and other brave students in Southern states, including North Carolina and Tennessee, changed the face of American education when they tested the 1954 Brown v.
