The New Norwalk High School

The new Norwalk High School will help meet the growing needs of our students and establish a 21st Century learning environment. Learn more about why this school is vital for our city through this video.

Norwalk Shares Information on How to Identify and Report Spotted Lanternflies

The Connecticut Agricultural Experiment Station (CAES) has indicated that Spotted Lanternflies, technically referred to as Lycorma Delicatula, and commonly referred to as "SLF," have been detected in Connecticut. Established populations were det...

The City of Norwalk is Hosting a Household Hazardous Waste Collection Event on Saturday, August 27

The City of Norwalk will host a Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) collection event next Saturday, August 27, 2022, from 8:00 am - 2:00 pm at Norwalk High School, located at 23 Calvin Murphy Drive.

Additionally, New Canaan will be hosting an upcoming HHW collec...

All Three Major Credit Rating Agencies Have Reaffirmed Norwalk's Bond Raitng

(Norwalk, Conn.) Today, August 16, 2022, Norwalk Mayor Harry Rilling announced that the City of Norwalk received confirmation that all three major rating agencies, Moody's Investors Service, S&P Global Ratings and Fitch Rati...

Mayor Rilling Directs City Building Flags to Return to Full-Staff

(Norwalk, Conn.) Today, August 12, 2022, Mayor Rilling announced that he is directing City of Norwalk buildings to return their flags to full-staff by sunset this evening. 

City building flags are currently at half-staff, following Mayor Rilling&a...

The City of Norwalk Transitions its Bi-weekly COVID Reports to a Virtual COVID Data Hub Format

(Norwalk, Conn.) Today, August 5, 2022, Mayor Rilling announced that the City of Norwalk will transition from its Bi-weekly COVID Reports to a virtual COVID Data Hub format that is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

“We want to ...

Mayor Rilling Issues a Heat Advisory and Activates Cooling Centers through Friday

(Norwalk, Conn.) Today, August 2, 2022, Mayor Rilling issued a Heat Advisory for the City of Norwalk through Friday, August 5, due to high levels of humidity and expected hot temperatures through the week. He also shared details on cooling center...

The City of Norwalk Shares Preventive Information and Resources to Prevent the Spread of Monkeypox

(Norwalk, Conn.) Today, August 2, 2022, Norwalk's Health Department shared critical preventive health care information and local resources to help mitigate the spread of monkeypox.

Monkeypox is a rare disease caused by infection ...

Mayor Rilling Directs Flags to Half-Staff in Honor of Mayor Bill Collins

(Norwalk, Conn.) Today, July 26, 2022, Mayor Rilling announced that he is directing flags in the City of Norwalk to be lowered to half-staff in honor of Mayor Bill Collins, who passed away on July 21 in an automobile accident in...

Joint Investigation Classified the Cause of the Nelson Avenue House Fire as Undetermined

(Norwalk, Conn.) Today, July 26, 2022, Norwalk's Fire Marshal's Office announced the outcome of the joint investigation of the Nelson Avenue house fire that occurred on May 14, 2022, and led to the tragic fatality of 7-year-old Summer Fa...

The City of Norwalk Provides Thunderstorm Safety Tips Ahead of Expected Storm Thursday

(Norwalk, Conn.) Today, July 20, 2022, the City of Norwalk provided safety tips ahead of expected thunderstorms tomorrow, July 21. Due to the combination of high temperatures and humidity, the National Weather Service has indicated that additiona...

Mayor Rilling Issues an Extreme Heat Advisory and Activates Cooling Centers for the City of Norwalk

(Norwalk, Conn.) Today, July 18, 2022, Mayor Rilling issued an extreme heat advisory for the City of Norwalk, beginning July 19^th through Sunday, July 24^th and shared details on cooling centers that will be available throughout the commu...

Mayor Rilling Issues a Drought Advisory for the City of Norwalk

(Norwalk, Conn.) Today, July 15, 2022, Mayor Rilling issued a Drought Advisory for the City of Norwalk in partnership with the First District Water Department and the South Norwalk Electric and Water Company (SNEW). This announcement follows Gove...

Residents have until August 1, 2022, to Pay their Property Tax and Sewer Use Bills

(Norwalk, Conn.) Today, July 6, 2022, the City of Norwalk announced that residents will have until Monday, August 1, 2022, to pay their property tax bills and sewer use charges. Property tax bills include real estate, motor vehicles and business personal ...

Mayor Rilling Announces the Reopening of the Rowayton Avenue Bridge Ahead of Fourth of July Weekend

(Norwalk, Conn.) Today, July 1, 2022, Mayor Rilling announced that the Rowayton Avenue Bridge has been paved and reopened to two-way traffic just in time for the Fourth of July holiday weekend.

“Since Tropical Storm Elsa caused damage to the Rowa...

Norwalk Offers Safety Tips for Fireworks and Grilling Ahead of the Fourth of July Holiday Weekend

(Norwalk, Conn.) Today, July 1, 2022, the City of Norwalk offers fireworks and grilling safety tips ahead of the Fourth of July holiday weekend. Fireworks can be dangerous and the City asks residents to please leave them to the professionals. The safest w...

Norwalk's Fire Marshal's Office Presents Key Safety Tips to Prevent Fires and Protect Lives

(Norwalk, Conn.) Today, June 30, 2022, and ahead of the Fourth of July holiday weekend, Norwalk's Fire Marshal's Office shared safety tips for preventing fires to protect lives and properties in the City of Norwalk.

According to the Natio...

Statement from Mayor Rilling on the Supreme Court's Decision to Overturn Roe v. Wade

"It is a sad moment for our nation and infuriating that the U.S. Supreme Court has moved to overturn Roe v. Wade, which has been the law of the land for nearly 50 years. In 1973, Roe granted women across our nation the right to make personal...

The Next Free Recycling of Mattresses and Box Springs Collection Event is Saturday, June 25

Next Saturday, June 25, the City of Norwalk will be accepting mattresses and box springs for free. The free collection program will recycle the mattresses and box springs through the Mattress Recycling Council’s Connecticut Bye Bye Mattress Prog...

The City of Norwalk Recognizes Juneteenth as a Holiday and will be Closed Monday, June 20

(Norwalk, Conn.) Today, June 17, 2022, Mayor Rilling announced that the City of Norwalk recognizes Juneteenth as a holiday and will be closed on Monday, June 20, 2022, in its honor. 

Juneteenth, also known as Freedom Day or Eman...

Strawberry Hill Avenue between King Street and County Street has Reopened to Traffic; Pipe repaired

(Norwalk, Conn.) Today, June 16^th, Mayor Rilling announced that as of 5:00 AM Strawberry Hill Avenue between King Street and County Street has reopened to traffic following a pipe being repaired after the rupture of a sanitary sewer yesterday aft...

Norwalk Installs Heat Sensors to help Address Climate Vulnerabilities

(Norwalk, Conn.) Today, June 10^th, 2022, Mayor Rilling announced that the City has partnered with the Connecticut Institute for Resilience and Climate Adaptation (CIRCA) to install 13, non-invasive temporary wireless heat sensors across Norwalk t...

Today Marks the Start of Hurricane Season and the City of Norwalk Urges Residents to be Prepared

(Norwalk, Conn.) Today, June 1, 2022, is the official start of hurricane season and the City of Norwalk urges residents to get prepared now. The City announced several ways residents can prepare for unpredictable severe summer weather an...

The City of Norwalk's 2022 Dog Licensing Renewal will begin Tomorrow, Wednesday, June 1

(Norwalk, Conn.) Today, May 31, 2022, the Norwalk Town Clerk’s Office announced that 2022 dog license renewals will be available beginning tomorrow, Wednesday, June 1, 2022.  State law mandates that all dogs o...

The Norwalk Fire Department Presents Grilling Safety Tips Ahead of Memorial Day Weekend

(Norwalk, Conn.) Today, May 27, 2022, ahead of Memorial Day Weekend, what is often considered an unofficial kick-off to summer, the Norwalk Fire Department shared safety tips for grilling and celebrating safely.

According to research from the National Fire...

The City of Norwalk Announces Several Events to Honor Veterans during and following Memorial Day

(Norwalk, Conn.) Today, May 26, 2022, the City of Norwalk announced several upcoming events to honor our veterans during and following Memorial Day Weekend. Beginning Monday, May 30 at 10:00 AM, Norwalk will host its annual Memo...

The City of Norwalk Reaches an Agreement for South Norwalk Neighborhood School

(Norwalk, Conn.) Today, May 26, 2022, Mayor Rilling announced that after more than 40 years, students in the South Norwalk community will finally have a neighborhood school. The City, through friendly negotiation, has reached an agreement in principle to ...

Statement from Mayor Rilling on Enhanced School Safety

“Given recent events in our nation, we know this is a challenging time for everyone, especially our students. Understandably so, the City is hearing increased concerns from parents in the community about school safety. I would like to take a mom...

The City of Norwalk Presents Safety Tips Ahead of first Weekend with 90-Degree Temperatures

(Norwalk, Conn.) Today, May 20, 2022, the City of Norwalk issued a public service announcement with safety tips ahead of the heat expected this summer and as we enter the first weekend of the year when temperatures are expected to rise into the 90s.&n...

Mayor Rilling Announces the Nonprofit Organizations Selected for the Norwalk Community Recovery Fund

 (Norwalk, Conn.) Today, Monday, May 16, 2022, Mayor Rilling announced the local nonprofit organization recipients selected to receive one-time grant funds from the Norwalk Community Recovery Fund Program. The City of Norwalk created this program...

The City of Norwalk Identifies the 7-year-old Girl who Tragically Died in a House Fire on Saturday

(Norwalk, Conn.) Today, May 16, 2022, the City of Norwalk announced that the 7-year-old girl who tragically died early Saturday, May 14, after succumbing to her injuries from a house fire on Nelson Avenue has been identified as Summer Fawcett. 

Su...

City, State, and Community Leaders Share Commitment to Strengthening Mental Health for Norwalkers

(Norwalk, Conn.) Today, May 12, 2022, Mayor Rilling issued a proclamation designating May as Mental Health Awareness Month in Norwalk. He was joined by Senate Majority Leader Bob Duff, Dr. Thomas McBryde, Norwalk Deputy Superintendent of Excellence, Equit...

Norwalk Earns Gold Standard, the Highest Distinction in Best Practices in Economic Development

(Norwalk, Conn.) Today, Mayor Rilling announced that the City of Norwalk was selected as a 2022 Gold Level Certified Community in Best Practices in Economic Development & Land Use Planning on behalf of the Connecticut Economic Development Association ...

The City of Norwalk and Community Leaders Performed a Tree Planting Ceremony at Naramake Elementary

(Norwalk, Conn.) Today, April 29^th, city and community leaders joined Principal Jane Wilkins and students of Naramake Elementary School to celebrate the 150^th Anniversary of Arbor Day. Arbor Day is led by the Arbor Day Foundation, which ...

This Saturday, April 30, is the first of three Upcoming Free Recycling of Mattresses and Box Springs

Beginning this Saturday, April 30, the City of Norwalk will be accepting mattresses and box springs for free. The free collection program will recycle the mattresses and box springs through the Mattress Recycling Council’s Connecticut Bye Bye Ma...

Norwalk Invests Federal Funds in Small Businesses Impacted by the Pandemic

(Norwalk, Conn.) Yesterday, April 27^th, the City of Norwalk announced the small business lottery winners for the first phase of the COVID-19 Small Business Assistance Program. The program allocates nearly $800,000 in grant funding of the City&...

COVID-19 Testing Location to Move to Lower Parking Lot of Lockwood-Mathews Mansion Beginning Today

(Norwalk, Conn.) – Today, April 18^th, Mayor Rilling announced that its COVID-19 community testing location will move from Shady Beach to the Lockwood-Mathews Mansion lower parking lot (295 West Avenue) starting today. Testing at this si...

The City of Norwalk Announces New Property Alert Service

(Norwalk, Conn.) – Today, April 8^th, the City of Norwalk announced that it's offering an added layer of security for property protection that Norwalk's Town Clerk, Richard McQuaid will manage. The service is free and w...

The City of Norwalk Hosts Special Collection Events: Free Recycling of Mattresses and Box Springs

The City of Norwalk will be accepting mattresses and box springs for free. 

The free collection program will recycle the mattresses and box springs through the Mattress Recycling Council’s Connecticut Bye Bye Mattress Program. 

The mattres...

Yard Waste Site Spring/ Summer/ Fall

The Yard Waste Site, located at 15 South Smith Street, will be OPEN for the Spring, Summer, and Fall Seasons on Monday, March 28, 2022. The Site will be open on Saturday, April 2.  

During the Season (April – December); the hours of opera...

Mayor Rilling Lifts Mask Mandate in Norwalk

(Norwalk, Conn.) – Mayor Rilling has announced Norwalk will lift the city-wide mask mandate Thursday, February 24^th at 11:59 PM. This comes after a sustained decline in COVID19 case rates in Norwalk and the surrounding communities, as well as inc...

Mayor Rilling Announces the Completion of the Efficiency Study of the City and School Operations

(Norwalk, Conn.) – Today, March 22^nd, Mayor Harry Rilling announced the completion of the comprehensive Efficiency Study of the City and Norwalk Public Schools that he and the Common Council initiated in February of 2020. Mayor Rilling&...

GROWING GARDENS, GROWING HEALTH

The Norwalk Health Department and UConn Extension Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program (EFNEP) hosted a harvest party celebrating the families who completed the Growing Gardens, Growing Health Program at Fodor Farm. 

Growing Gardens, Grow...

Fight the Bite!

This summer, the Norwalk Health Department (NHD) urges Norwalkers to prevent mosquito bites to avoid illness. NHD’s mosquito management program aims to help our residents avoid mosquito-borne illnesses through education, mosquito surveillance, a...

Recognizing World Breastfeeding Week and National Breastfeeding Month

The Norwalk Health Department recognizes World Breastfeeding Week this week and National Breastfeeding Month during the entire month of August. The Health Department encourages moms to learn more about breastfeeding and urges the community to support fami...

Volunteer with the Norwalk Health Department.

The Norwalk Health Department (NHD) will be forever grateful to the incredible volunteers who gave their time and talent over the past 2.5 years during our community’s COVID-19 response, assisting with food distribution, vaccine clinics, and mor...

Protect Yourself from Ticks and Tick-borne Illness

Tick season is in full swing, and the Norwalk Health Department encourages Norwalkers to protect themselves against tick-borne diseases. 

Different species of ticks can carry different harmful illnesses, such as Lyme disease. The best way to avoid...

Testing for COVID-19 at Home?

Along with precautions like vaccination, masking, and physical distancing, COVID-19 testing is essential to help reduce the spread of COVID-19. At-home COVID-19 tests can be a convenient way to test. When used appropriately, at-home tests (also called “se...

Childhood Immunization Program is back at the Health Department!

The Norwalk Health Department’s Childhood Immunization Program is back! The program provides age-appropriate vaccines for children ages birth to 18 years. Clinic sessions are held on Tuesdays, by appointment. The goal of the program is to make v...

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