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Dems discuss health care at Norwalk forum

U.S. Rep. Jim Himes (D-Greenwich), second from left, discusses Republican attempts last year to repeal the Affordable Care Act (ACA) as U.S. Sen. Chris Murphy (D-Conn.) and State Senate Majority Leader Bob Duff (D-25) listen, Friday at Norwalk Hospital.

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NORWALK, Conn. — Democratic elected officials heard about Norwalk health care and discussed their hopes for the future at a forum held Friday at Norwalk Hospital.

The hour-long round table, attended by Sen. Chris Murphy (D-Conn.), Rep. Jim Himes (D-Greenwich), and State Sen. Bob Duff (D-25), often referenced the Affordable Care Act (ACA), also known as “Obamacare”.  Murphy and Himes touted the ACA and heard from health care providers regarding the law’s local impacts.

Video by Harold Cobin at end of story Continue reading Dems discuss health care at Norwalk forum

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NoN readers slurp oysters, support journalism at Nancy’s Night Out

Diane Keefe, foreground, and other enjoy the NancyOnNorwalk fundraiser Thursday at Calf Pasture Beach.

NORWALK, Conn. — Nearly fifty donors attended Nancy’s Night Out Thursday at Calf Pasture Beach, a turnout that Chapman Hyperlocal Media Board Chair Bob Welsh described as among the best ever.

“NancyOnNorwalk readers slurped oysters, heard jazz, and had fun while supporting local journalism that shines a light on our community,“ Welsh said. Continue reading NoN readers slurp oysters, support journalism at Nancy’s Night Out

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Opinion: Shout Outs to NPS July graduates, prenatal effort

Anthony Allison

Anthony Allison is the executive director of Norwalk ACTS.

Shout Out to the Norwalk Public School students who graduated on July 31st. This was the ninth year of Summer Graduation. According to Dr. Dan Sullivan, Director of Summer Programs, “the goal is to give students and families positive closure to their high school and Norwalk Public School experience. By reaching this milestone, we hope this will propel them positively into the next phase of their life.” Continue reading Opinion: Shout Outs to NPS July graduates, prenatal effort

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Milligan demolishes building, claims Norwalk tried to void permit

The remains of 21 Isaacs St. sit Friday after being demolished.  Owner Jason Milligan provided the photo. (Contributed)

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NORWALK, Conn. — Developer Jason Milligan has again accused Norwalk of shenanigans.  Milligan claimed Friday that the City’s top lawyer attempted to interfere with an approved demolition when he sought to void a valid demolition permit.

Corporation Counsel Mario Coppola denied Milligan’s allegations.  Milligan said he went ahead with the demolition of 21 Isaacs St. after a one-day delay.  Continue reading Milligan demolishes building, claims Norwalk tried to void permit

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‘Overdue’ NHS upgrades considered due to Jefferson project delay

A crew of painters work on the Norwalk High School facade Wednesday.

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NORWALK, Conn. — Norwalk High School is requesting interior upgrades that are sorely overdue, according to Principal Reginald Roberts.  The school’s cafeteria, library, courtyard, and auditorium all need work, he said.

“Part of what we are requesting is something to make ourselves look good, but to make our students feel better about themselves, and make people feel better about Norwalk High School,” Roberts said last week to the Common Council Finance Committee.

The committee agreed, and unanimously recommended reallocating $5 million of capital funds from Jefferson Elementary School work to improvements on Norwalk High School. Continue reading ‘Overdue’ NHS upgrades considered due to Jefferson project delay

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From one candidate to another

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This is an open letter to Colin Hosten, Working Families Party candidate for State Representative in District 140.

Dear Colin Hosten,

I waited for your concession call on August 14, so I could congratulate you the DTC, DNA and the Working Families Party on running a strong campaign.  It forced me to work hard to form my own grassroots team to help me and it was a humbling experience getting to know so many people and their thoughts and needs.  Though we were, and, according to the news, are still opponents, we are still teammates. An oxymoron, I know. Continue reading From one candidate to another

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TONIGHT: Enjoy sea breezes, jazz, tasty food at Nancy’s Night Out!

Nancy’s Night Out is TONIGHT: August 16, 6:30, Ripka’s @ Calf Pasture Beach. You’re invited.

Why?  NancyOnNorwalk is, and needs to be, one sure source of local news; Nancy works incredibly hard and needs a Night Out.

Some night!  Cool jazz by Mike Camacho’s group.  Wood-fired pizza plus a raw bar.  Stuff for kids.  Nancy expects a lot of fun.  You’re invited.

Sea breezes.  Summer stars.  Free parking (Nancy will help if you haven’t got a sticker).  And if you can spare it, a suggested donation of $25, since NancyOnNorwalk depends on reader support.

See you there.

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Creller set to leave NPS, become Ridgefield super

Norwalk Public Schools Interim Chief Academic Officer Craig Creller explains an initiative to the Norwalk Board of Education at a December meeting at Brookside Elementary School.

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NORWALK, Conn. — Norwalk Public Schools has lost another top-level administrator.

Math instructional specialist Craig Creller, who recently served as interim Chief Academic Officer, has been hired as assistant superintendent of Ridgefield Public Schools, according to the Ridgefield Press. Continue reading Creller set to leave NPS, become Ridgefield super

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Stern beats Crosland in Norwalk/Wilton Dem primary for Judge of Probate

Common Council member Doug Stern (D-At Large), right, waits to greet voters Tuesday at Columbus Magnet School. At left is Human Relations Commissioner and State Representative candidate Colin Hosten.

The election is Nov. 6.

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NORWALK, Conn. – Doug Stern defeated Darnell Crosland Tuesday to become the Democratic candidate for Norwalk/Wilton Judge of Probate.  Unofficial results showed Stern with nearly 73 percent of the vote.

“I worked really hard and there were a lot of volunteers who worked very hard,” Stern said, at midnight. “This is a very serious effort that we undertook, and I am surprised that it was as successful as it was … It creates good momentum for November, which I am very excited about.”

Results released by Norwalk Registrars at 11:20 p.m. show that Stern won 2,891 Norwalk votes and Crosland won 1,183 Norwalk votes. The Connecticut Secretary of State announced that unofficial results had Stern with a total of 3,680 votes total to Crosland’s 1,366.  Stern had nearly 73 percent of the vote, according to the Secretary of State’s tally.

Crosland, while waiting for the results Tuesday evening, said a win for him would mean more diversity and inclusivity for Norwalk Democrats.  He also noted his campaign was made more difficult when  leading party figures supported Stern.

Continue reading Stern beats Crosland in Norwalk/Wilton Dem primary for Judge of Probate

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Simms beats Hosten for District 140 Dem endorsement; Hosten promises to keep campaigning

Common Council member Travis Simms (D-District B), center, hugs a supporter Tuesday in SoNo, after coming to the conclusion that he had won the Democratic primary to become the Democratic candidate for State Representative in District 140. Looking on at right is Tarvis Simms.

The election is Nov. 6.

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NORWALK, Conn. – South Norwalk native Travis Simms has won Tuesday’s primary contest to become the Democratically-endorsed candidate for State Representative in District 140.

Simms won 542 votes, while newcomer Colin Hosten had 494 votes, according to Norwalk Democratic Registrar Stuart Wells.  Simms had 53.2 percent of the vote to Hosten’s 47.8 percent. Continue reading Simms beats Hosten for District 140 Dem endorsement; Hosten promises to keep campaigning

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Connecticut primary sets fall lineup

Republican Connecticut gubernatorial candidate Bob Stefanowski. (Christine Stuart, CT News Junkie)

The election is Nov. 6.

NORWALK, Conn. – Statewide results are in, with Republican Bob Stefanowski set to square off against Democrat Ned Lamont in the race for governor.

CTNewsJunkie reports this as a surprise, quoting Stefanowski as saying the campaign had been underestimated from the start. Continue reading Connecticut primary sets fall lineup

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Norwalk voters casting ballots city-wide

Kadeem Roberts, a District A Democrat, waits Tuesday afternoon to greet voters at Kendall Elementary School, during a brief rain storm.

NORWALK, Conn. –  More than 5,000 Norwalk voters had turned out to cast ballots as of 6 p.m. Tuesday, according to Norwalk Registrar Stuart Wells.

The 5,171 total compares to 2,477 voters as of 6 p.m. Aug.  12, 2014, the last statewide primary that featured contentious Norwalk races. Continue reading Norwalk voters casting ballots city-wide

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Polls open until 8 p.m. today

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Registered Democrats and Republicans can vote today in a primary election to select candidates for local and statewide offices.  Polls are open until 8 p.m.

Norwalk Democrats will decide between two candidates for Judge of Probate: Darnell Crosland and Doug Stern.  Dems in the 140th District will also choose between Colin Hosten and Travis Simms for State Representative.  The 140th includes much of South Norwalk and is currently represented by Rep. Bruce Morris (D-140). Continue reading Polls open until 8 p.m. today

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