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Welcome to Norfolk, Connecticut
Our small, unspoiled New England town, surrounded by beautiful hills and forests, offers a wonderful variety of things to do. Come by yourself or bring your family; friendly Norfolk will welcome you.
Events
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Municipal Meetings
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Community News
First Selectman Matt Riiska has given the Board of Finance its first peek at a proposed $8 million-plus 2025-26 municipal budget.
Read moreThe Planning & Zoning Commission has again continued the public hearing on modifications to the special permit and site plan for the Manor House until a March 25 special meeting.
Read moreThe Army Corps of Engineers has given finally its imprimatur to the town’s plan to construct a temporary bridge on Smith Road.
Read moreThe $1.25 million in federal funding the town hoped to get to assist with building a new fire house appears to be on indefinite hold.
Read moreThere will be a total lunar eclipse this coming Thursday, March 13, and astronomer Matthew Johnson plans an eclipse viewing event at the town baseball field on Mountain Road, beginning at 11:30 p.m.
Read moreA just-released update to Northwest Connecticut Community Foundation’s demographic report on the 20 towns that it serves (including Norfolk) reveals stark realities.
Read moreIt’s official: the Norfolk Farmers Market, a once-popular weekly venue where townspeople could shop for fresh produce, artisan foods and crafts, is no more.
Read moreTown Notices
Northwest Regional School District No. 7 has presented its Superintendent’s Proposed 2025-2026 Budget (updated 3/15/25) and Proposed Working Budget Summary(revised March 15, 2025). Copies are available at the Town Clerk’s office.
A recording of the Colebrook/Norfolk school collaboration discussion, held February 20 at Botelle School, is available online. To listen, click here and enter the passcode: iLL^0gn9 .
Read moreThe P&Z Commission has received a Memorandum of Opinion regarding the Application for Modification to Special Permit for The Manor House, 69 Maple Avenue. Read more.
A Public Hearing held by the Planning & Zoning Commission on February 11, 2025 has been continued to Tuesday, March 11, 2025 at 6:30 p.m. in the Hall of Flags at Botelle Elementary School, 128 Greenwoods Road East, Norfolk, CT to consider Application #24-027 Modification of Existing Special Permit & Associated Site Plan Originally Granted January 9, 1996 for a Country Inn at 69 Maple Avenue in the Village Residential Zone, Application #24-029 Special Permit for Accessory Structure and Application #24-030 Special Permit for Accessory Structure. Read more.
Notice is hereby given to the taxpayers of the Town of Norfolk that the Motor Vehicle Supplemental and Second Installment of Real Estate and Personal Property Taxes on the 2023 Grand List are due and payable Jauary 1, 2025. Read more.
Norfolk Now
The community's paper publishes news and in-depth articles on Norfolk events and people. It is distributed free to all residents and by subscription; its website carries back issues.
Four Norfolk women are in this group of women’s suffrage supporters shown after a meeting in Winsted. Read the full story.
Directory
This directory is your guide to Norfolk organizations, businesses, places of worship and municipal contacts. To request a free listing, click here.
Do you need a videographer or a caterer? See the Directory for a wealth of information about our town, including food, entertainment and the many services available—and find out what the Food Pantry & Clothes Closet needs this week!