Get important news about your town as it happens Get the top stories from across our network Are you sure you want to unsubscribe from daily updates A late-night apartment fire sent firefighters rushing to a two-story building where pets were rescued and residents escaped unharmed The fire broke out inside Clocktower Close Condominiums a converted factory building at 25 Grand St where two first-floor apartments suffered fire and smoke damage The call came in for help just before 11 p.m for a fire that had started in the bathroom ceiling of one of the first-floor units they found flames burning inside the walls of neighboring first-floor units and spreading between the ceiling and the second floor Norwalk crews rescued several pets from inside the building All residents — and their animals — escaped without injury One firefighter sustained minor wounds in the blaze Firefighters had the fire under control in 35 minutes The residents of the historic building went back inside after the blaze with only two condos sustaining damage in the fire The Norwalk Fire Marshal Division is investigating what caused the blaze Norwalk, CT I started Canaan Technology in 2001 to provide white-glove IT services focused on cybersecurity and day-to-day support to small and medium-sized organizations that did not have the need or budget for a full-time IT person Although technology has rapidly changed over the last 24 years What is your best-selling product or service and day-to-day IT Support are the most popular services we provide our clients particularly in our core areas of expertise - Cybersecurity Protection and Risk Assessment my team and I are constantly reimagining how we deliver services to our clients This is particularly true of our ability to keep abreast of emerging tools to offer smaller businesses with a constrained IT budget the most advanced Cybersecurity tools focused on the method or pathway a cybercriminal uses to gain unauthorized access Questions? 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Copyright ©2025 HamletHub™ Norwalk Police arrested three individuals overnight after multiple people were shot at with paintballs from a moving SUV Officers stopped the suspect vehicle—a gray 2011 Acura MDX—shortly after the incidents and found paintballs and a paintball gun inside 18-year-old Mason Riina of Norwalk and two 17-year-old juveniles were taken into custody following two separate incidents reported near East Avenue and West Avenue while another reported being fired at but was not hit All three face charges of first-degree breach of peace and third-degree criminal mischief Riina was released on a $500 bond and is scheduled to appear in court on May 13 You must be logged in to post a comment the global leader in golf and entertainment is continuing its rapid franchise expansion with three new developments across New York and Connecticut New franchise locations are underway in Port Chester and Syracuse CT—bringing Five Iron’s signature blend of high-tech golf and late-night entertainment to even more neighborhoods Designed to cater to both avid golfers and guests seeking a standout social experience Backed by strategic investors including Callaway Golf and Enlightened Hospitality Investments (the growth equity fund co-founded by Danny Meyer) Five Iron Golf continues its global growth The brand currently operates 34 locations across 15 states and 5 countries with more than 50 additional venues in development redefining how and where people engage with golf today Expanding Upstate and Downstate: Syracuse and Port Chester franchise group Ironwood Ventures—led by John Cornelius and Bruce MacKenzie—will debut a Five Iron Golf at 179 N Main Street in Port Chester Currently under construction and slated for a Fall 2025 opening the 7,655-square-foot venue will feature ten simulators and full-service food and beverage a boutique apartment community with over 200 residences the venue is designed to become a social hub for locals and visitors alike Broker Laura Leeds of Simon David Real Estate and architect Rick Hoag of Frederick William Hoag Architect are leading the project “We are excited about the opportunity to invest in the communities of Westchester and Fairfield Counties and bring Five Iron’s best-in-class experience to golfers and sports fans alike,” said the Ironwood Ventures team Upstate, Five Iron Golf will open in downtown Syracuse at 400 S Salina Street. Franchisees Chase Rogan, Drew Whiting, and Jeremy Thurston of The Hayner Hoyt Corporation—who also operate Five Iron’s successful Erie, PA franchise—are leading the 11,200-square-foot venue project all positioned in Syracuse’s revitalized theater and museum district “We’re proud to bring a premium golf and entertainment experience to Syracuse and contribute to the exciting growth happening downtown,” said the franchisees “From corporate outings to birthday parties we look forward to becoming the city’s go-to destination.” Broker Alex Redlus of Savills and local partner Larry Socia of Sutton Real Estate Company are supporting the project Community partnerships are expected to include Syracuse University Momentum Continues in Connecticut: Norwalk’s SoNo 50 TowerIronwood Ventures will also bring a second Connecticut location to Norwalk. Currently in design and targeting an early 2026 opening, the 8,411-square-foot venue will be housed in the SoNo 50 commercial tower. Plans include ten simulators, a Dartsee activation and additional entertainment features such as shuffleboard or billiards Full food and beverage offerings are also planned Broker Ian Laskowski of Morrow Hill and architect Zsolt S Vamosi of DZ-9 Limited are leading development Poised for Continued National and Global GrowthThese locations build on Five Iron’s growing footprint and a major expansion in Florida is underway with 12 franchise locations in development Five Iron Golf continues to create new ways for people to connect through the game To learn more about franchising with Five Iron Golf, visit franchising.fiveirongolf.com The views expressed here are the author's own Treat her to a delicious buffet at a price the whole family can enjoy From savory breads to our signature Prime Rib Mother’s Day is all about bringing the family together to celebrate the leading lady in every family Friday, 10:00 amFairfield, CT Focusing on the struggles and burdens of war and the need for unity in the face of injustice this event will feature FCCs professional singers who will donate their time and talent to this cause Together our precious community can make a difference to the people of Ukraine Suggested donation: $20 per person (any amount will be accepted) Saturday, 7:30 pmStamford, CT Set sail on an unforgettable five-hour adventure courtesy of the Norwalk Seaport Association and Greens Ledge Light Preservation Society This exclusive cruise invites you to explore not just one but two iconic lighthouses—Sheffield Island Lighthouse and the newly restored Greens Ledge Lighthouse These architectural treasures have lit the way for sailors navigating Norwalk Harbor for centuries they’re opening their doors to you.Your journey includes an hour-and-a-half at each lighthouse unwind with a picnic in the rustic wooden pavilion or peer through the telescope for a closer look at the natural beauty surrounding you Don’t forget to explore the neighboring Stewart B a haven for birdwatchers and nature enthusiasts alike Norwalk launches affordable Studio 1902 collection Norwalk unveiled its new Studio 1902 brand at High Point Market but “nothing has been taken out of the product,” Newlin said as he walked an editor through the new brand’s vignettes on the showroom floor The edited, curated assortment includes five sofa groups, two accent you can basically show the whole thing,” Newlin noted The line can be produced in 35 days and is priced roughly 20% lower than Norwalk’s regular assortment Newlin, who joined the company one year ago from Flexsteel believes the line will appeal to younger consumers as well as longstanding Norwalk customers seeking a simplified product assortment For larger retailers with faster-turning floors it is an easier concept for retail sales associates to embrace and sell All body pieces fall into an “A” price point while accessories are in the “B” price point “A lot of our retailers felt they needed another brand for this price point” but appreciated the ability to buy from one resource “I knew we were missing this consumer and needed an entry It held an open house for retailers in its factory about a month and a half ago and even though the pieces were not finished we have something that’s going to work,’” Newlin said also has somewhat of an advantage over furniture peers facing steep taxes on imports “It couldn’t come at a better time for this launch,” Newlin said Signup for your daily digest of industry news and trends Some of the forms and images on this page may not work correctly with this enabled Please disable your ad blocker for this page Find the ad blocker icon installed on your browser This icon is usually located on the upper right side of your screen You may have more than one ad blocker installed Click the icon and disable the ad blocker for this website either by following prompts or clicking your browser’s “refresh” or “reload” button Home Accents Today covers the major domestic home furnishings and gift markets manufacturers and distributors with the most comprehensive “first look” at trends Sign up to get exclusive industry information delivered to your inbox Both Norwalk soccer teams were defeated 1-0 in matches played on Saturday The Class 2A fifth-ranked Warrior girls lost to seventh-ranked Independence 1-0 on Day 2 of the DC-G Urbandale Classic The match was played at Urbandale High School’s Frerichs Field Independence scored the only goal in the second half and improved to 10-2-1 on the season Katie Liedtke made two keeper saves for the Warriors who attempted only two shots on the day – none on goal which defeated North Scott 4-1 at the DC-G/Urbandale Classic on Friday They will return to Urbandale on Monday to face the J-Hawks at 7:00 p.m the Class 3A fourth-ranked Norwalk boys soccer team lost at 4A third-ranked Ames 1-0 It was the fourth consecutive 1-0 loss for the Warrior boys Ames scored their lone goal in the second half and improved to 10-2-1 taking 11 total shots and six shots on goal – five by Tavin Ferner and one by Eli Scavo They will host 3A second-ranked Urbandale Monday night at 7:30 the Norwalk girls soccer team easily defeated North Scott 4-1 on Friday as part of the DC-G/Urbandale Classic in Grimes The Class 2A fifth-ranked Warriors led the 2A No 11 Lancers 3-0 at halftime and did not allow a goal until the final five minutes Addy Wood scored two goals for Norwalk and Maya Butler had two assists Avery Drymon and Taylor Schreiber both added one goal and Olivia Welch had an assist Starting goalie Katie Liedtke had a great game making seven saves and allowing no goals in 73 minutes The Warrior girls improved to 6-1-3 overall and will face 2A seventh-ranked Independence today at 11:00 a.m The Warriors are ranked fourth in Class 3A and the Little Cyclones are ranked third in Class 4A The Norwalk girls tennis team was scheduled to host Urbandale on Friday but the dual meet was rained out for the second time and cancelled Create a Website Account - Manage notification subscriptions Search autocomplete is currently not responding sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolore magna aliqua quis nostrud exercitation ullamco laboris nisi ut aliquip ex ea commodo consequat The Trumbull Economic & Community Development Department has partnered with CT SBA to offer a FREE Business Resource Fair at the Trumbull Library (33 Quality Street) from 9:00a.m May 20th. Join entrepreneurial ecosys.. 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Students Leaving A Mark (SLAM) Leadership Group presents ..  Celebrate Mental Health Awareness Month with fun Libby allows Trumbull Library patrons to access thousands of eBooks eAudiobooks and dozens of periodical titles for download through the library’s Overdrive collection  While not every book is available via Libby for any number of reasons The Town of Trumbull’s Summer Concert Series is presented by the generous support of our sponsors Concerts occur Tuesdays from 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM at the Town Hall Green and Gazebo Trumbull Parks & Recreation would like to inform the public that the tennis court renovations at Nothnagle Memorial Park will begin on/around May 12 The anticipated timeline for completion is 4-6 weeks We're thrilled to announce our 2025 Kids Summer Concert Series Join us for mornings full of fun where little ones can dance and enjoy the show while creating happy memories for all Tuesdays at 10am on the lawn next to our Parks .. Trumbull Parks & Recreation is proud to host the 2025 Trumbull Farmers' Market All participating CT Grown farms and small business vendors can  now be found on our website  The market will be held Thursdays beginning May 22 4/29/25,8:30 AM: The man apprehended Monday by Trumbull Police following a domestic-related assault has been charged with Murder as a result of the victim’s fatal injuries The Trumbull Rotary Carnival that was being held at Hillcrest Middle School on Daniels Farm Road was disrupted later Saturday evening when several hundred teenagers drew a large police response to restore order Senior/Disabled Homeowners Tax Relief Application Period:  February 1, 2025 to May 15, 2025: More Information (PDF) Join us on May 26, 2025 as the Town of Trumbull hosts our annual Memorial Day Parade to remember and honor the military personnel who died while serving in the United States Armed Forces The event will feature veterans and dignitaries teachers are the backbone of our educational system and preparing students for the challenges of the future; and  educators dedicate countless hours to fostering a safe our nation celebrates Older Americans Month to honor the countless contributions that older adults have made and continue to make in our communities Place: 307 Indian Ledge Park Drive next to BMX Facility Hazardous Waste Collection Day Information: https://www.trumbull-ct.gov/446/Household-Hazardous-W... 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Please be advised that The Town of Trumbull as being registered under the Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection’s (CTDEEP) General Permit for the Discharge of Stormwater from Small Municipal Separate Storm Sewer Systems MS4 is req.. an article appeared in the Trumbull Times and other regional news outlets reporting that the State Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP) has found asbestos in the fill at the construction site in Trumbull Center The Town of Trumbull offers an annual Large Item Pickup Program to help residents dispose of items that are difficult for most homeowners to transport There is no additional charge to use the Large Item Pickup Program  The Spring Hill Road Project focuses on roadway improvements along Spring Hill Road at the Trumbull Transfer station to correct traffic congestion and safety concerns during the Saturday morning peak period Say arrivederci to Neapolitan pizzas in Norwalk Pyra Pizzeria owners Steve and Deb Taylor plan to close the restaurant after six years in business Fans of the puffy crusted pizzas baked in an 800-degree oven from Italy for up to two minutes have until April 27 to order one final pie “After 6-plus years, Deb and Steve have decided it’s time “hang up the aprons” and make retirement a reality. We will miss all of the friends we have made along the way, and we will especially miss all of our servers, pizza makers and ‘keepers of the kitchen.’ You are the best!” the couple wrote on Facebook The Taylors hinted that a new owner already “purchased the building and plans to open a new restaurant within just a few weeks of our closing so keep a look-out for that announcement.” extra virgin olive oil and Italian Caputo 00 flour to make the thin soft and chewy crusts that bubble into soft edges with charred heat blisters called the cornicione and red sauce coating the dough More: Who won the Des Moines Register's first Pizza Brackets? Find out who fans picked: Neapolitan pizzas focus on high-quality and simple ingredients that let the flavors shine The marinara pizza comes with tomato sauce More: A comprehensive guide to pizza in the Des Moines metro, from Taste of New York to Eatery A Contact: 515-981-5353 or pyrapizzeria.com Hours: Open Tuesday and Wednesday from 4:30 to 8 p.m. Sign up for our new dining newsletter, The Dish, which comes out on Wednesday mornings with all the latest news on restaurants and bars in the metro. You can sign up for free at DesMoinesRegister.com/thedish If you see a new restaurant opening or a beloved place closing, send me some details at sstapleton@gannett.com