August 2022 – NorwalkPlus.com

Month: August 2022

Senator Blumenthal Announced $250,000 in Federal Funding to the Stamford Public Education Foundation and Reading is FUNdamental

Canaiden Staff August 30, 2022

Senator Blumenthal Announced 0,000 in Federal Funding to the Stamford Public Education Foundation and Reading is FUNdamental

STAMFORD, CT – Community members gathered in the Stamford Government Center lobby on Thursday morning as Senator Richard Blumenthal announced $250,000 in federal funding for the Stamford Public Education Foundation (SPEF) and Reading is FUNdamental (RIF). The press conference began with a warm welcome from Mayor Caroline Simmons, who introduced the senator. Remarks were made…

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GasBuddy: Average gas prices in Connecticut fell 14.9 cents per gallon in the last week

Canaiden Staff August 30, 2022

Average gasoline prices in Connecticut have fallen 14.9 cents per gallon in the last week, averaging $3.81/g as of Monday, according to GasBuddy’s survey of 1,540 stations in Connecticut. Prices in Connecticut are 48.2 cents per gallon lower than a month ago and stand 64.4 cents per gallon higher than a year ago. The national…

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Governor Lamont and Lt. Governor Bysiewicz invite public to attend Connecticut’s annual 9/11 Memorial Ceremony

Canaiden Staff August 30, 2022

HARTFORD, CT – Governor Ned Lamont and Lt. Governor Susan Bysiewicz are inviting members of the public to attend the State of Connecticut’s annual 9/11 Memorial Ceremony, honoring and celebrating the lives of those killed in the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks. This year’s ceremony will be held on Thursday, September 8, 2022, at 5:30…

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50th Anniversary of The Kweskin Theatre kicks off with Cabaret

Canaiden Staff August 29, 2022

Some people say, “50 is the new 40,” but everyone at Curtain Call is excited to celebrate 50 as they kick off the 50th year of performances in The Kweskin Theatre with a show that has never been performed there: Cabaret. Performances of that Tony Award winning musical begin September 30. The municipally-owned facility at…

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WCSU student-artists’ murals at Danbury Fair mall reveal dates announced

Canaiden Staff August 16, 2022

DANBURY, CT – When four emerging artists and graduate students in the Master of Fine Arts program at Western Connecticut State University learned about the Movable Mural Showcase project at Danbury Fair mall, they jumped at the chance to share their creativity and talents with the public for a project hoping to “inspire balance, hope…

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Norwalk Health Department: August is National Immunization Awareness Month

Canaiden Staff August 15, 2022

NORWALK, CT – August is National Immunization Awareness Month (NIAM). This month, the Health Department joins the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and other health officials to celebrate the benefits of vaccines and remind people of all ages to make sure they are up to date with all recommended immunizations. COVID-19 illness…

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Stamford Senior Center Holding 4th Annual Miniature Golf Fundraiser on Sept 8

Canaiden Staff August 12, 2022

STAMFORD, CT – The Stamford Senior Center (SSC) invites the community to its 4th Annual Miniature Golf Tournament. This fun evening of miniature golf, food, and beverages takes place on Thursday, September 8, and raises funds to support this vital resource for seniors in our area. Participants can show off their mini golf talents on a…

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90s Rockers – Toad the Wet Sprocket return to The Ridgefield Playhouse on October 1

Canaiden Staff August 6, 2022

Celebrating more than 30 years as a band, Toad the Wet Sprocket continues to make music and tour with the same spirit of unwavering independence that started it all more than three decades ago. Now, the band best known for their Billboard-charting hits, “Walk on the Ocean,” “All I Want,” “Something’s Always Wrong,” and “Fall…

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Connecticut Lt. Governor Bysiewicz highlights Connecticut Summer at the Museum program

Canaiden Staff August 1, 2022

From July 1, 2022 to September 5, 2022, Connecticut children age 18 and under plus one accompanying Connecticut resident adult can visit participating museums free of charge through the program STAMFORD, CT – Today, Lt. Governor Bysiewicz was joined by Stamford Mayor Caroline Simmons, State Representative Hubert Delany and staff at the Bartlett Arboretum and…

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Governor Lamont activates Connecticut’s extreme hot weather protocol from Tuesday to Friday

Canaiden Staff August 1, 2022

HARTFORD, CT – Governor Ned Lamont today announced that due to a weather forecast indicating that temperatures over the next several days will be very hot and humid with highs of more than 90 degrees and a heat index in the low to mid 90s, he is directing Connecticut’s extreme hot weather protocol to be…

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Duff, Rilling & Legislators Highlight State Funding for Norwalk

The City of Norwalk’s First 2023 Special Collection Event of Mattresses & Box Springs is Saturday, April 8

Bridgeport Mayor Ganim Joins Press Conference for Gun Violence Intervention

Longest Running Play in History Comes to Stamford

“The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-time” opens with an all-adult cast at Crystal Theatre on Friday

Point72 Returns as Sponsor of Giant Balloon Inflation Party for the 2023 Stamford Downtown Parade Spectacular in Stamford

Nuvance Health first in Connecticut to perform new spine surgery for spinal stenosis and spondylolisthesis

NHD Celebrates a Successful Summer with the Growing Gardens, Growing Health Program

Norwalk Hospital receives national recognition for stroke services

Connecticut Department of Labor warns of uptick in unemployment fraud due to identity theft

Office of Policy and Management projects FY 2023 to end with $630 million surplus

WCSU, Greater Danbury Chamber of Commerce, Northwest Regional Workforce Investment Board partner to create event for employers, job seekers

From Norwalk to NASA research: Emma Dolan’s WCSU degree helps her reach the stars

Norwalk Public Schools Secures $135,000 Grant to Continue Providing Mental Health Services For Students Throughout the Summer

Governor Lamont signs legislation requiring completion of personal financial management course to graduate from high school

Impact Fairfield County Hosts “Impactful Conversations: No Place Like Home”

Greenwich Communities Announces Dedication of the Winston A. Robinson Community Room at Armstrong Court

Governor Lamont announces $335K grant for Connecticut fire academy

Month: August 2022

Senator Blumenthal Announced $250,000 in Federal Funding to the Stamford Public Education Foundation and Reading is FUNdamental

GasBuddy: Average gas prices in Connecticut fell 14.9 cents per gallon in the last week

Governor Lamont and Lt. Governor Bysiewicz invite public to attend Connecticut’s annual 9/11 Memorial Ceremony

50th Anniversary of The Kweskin Theatre kicks off with Cabaret

WCSU student-artists’ murals at Danbury Fair mall reveal dates announced

Norwalk Health Department: August is National Immunization Awareness Month

Stamford Senior Center Holding 4th Annual Miniature Golf Fundraiser on Sept 8

90s Rockers – Toad the Wet Sprocket return to The Ridgefield Playhouse on October 1

Connecticut Lt. Governor Bysiewicz highlights Connecticut Summer at the Museum program

Governor Lamont activates Connecticut’s extreme hot weather protocol from Tuesday to Friday