Welcome to Norfolk, Connecticut

Late word has been received that Infinity Bistro has opened and that Tobey Pond will offer special weekend hours on Saturday and Sunday, June 13 and 14, 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Thursday evening the Rails to Trails Committee pondered how to proceed with construction of the North Brook Trail now that it has awarded a $774,406 contract to Yield Industries. 

The Northwest Resource Recovery Authority continues to meet frequently as the July 1 deadline for assuming control of the Torrington transfer hub nears.

To heighten awareness of the decline in pollinator populations, the Norfolk Conservation Commission is hosting two events to commemorate National Pollinator Week. 

Norfolk has added used ink cartridges and gas cylinders to the many items residents are encouraged to recycle.

The Norfolk Library is offering a free summer reading challenge with the theme, “Unearth a Story,” for children of all ages.

Because of the heat advisory that continues through 8:00 p.m. tomorrow, school will dismiss at 1:15 p.m. Friday.

Pursuant to Connecticut General Statutes, the owner of each dog over the age of six (6) months must license his or her dog(s) with the Town Clerk no later than June 30. As of July 1, 2026, a penalty is imposed per CT General Statutes Sec. 22-338 of $1.00 per month.

Licenses may be obtained in person at the Town Clerk’s office during normal business hours, by mail or online starting June 1, 2026. For new dog registration, see attached application. All dogs must have a current rabies vaccination. If it has expired, owner must provide an up-to-date vaccination certificate in order to process the new license.

Permits for the Transfer Station and Tobey Pond may be obtained in person at the Town Clerk’s office during normal business hours, Monday through Thursday 9:00 a.m. to noon, 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. and Fridays 9-12 (June 5 – August 21, except July 3) or by mail. There is also a locked mailbox on the front porch where applications with checks can be deposited.

The Town Clerk’s office will be open on Friday mornings from 9-12 starting June 5 until August 21(except July 3) in order to facilitate the purchase of Transfer Station and Tobey Pond Stickers and Dog Licenses. Transfer Station and Tobey Pond stickers are also available by mail starting June 1. Dog Licenses are also available by mail and on line starting June 1, 2026.

A Household Hazardous Waste Collection Day will be held Saturday, June 20, from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at the Falls Village Public Works Garage, 100 Railroad St., Falls Village, CT. You must register to participate. Read more

Please be aware that there are some towns where residents have received false notices about payments for zoning permits and various other items.  We are taking this opportunity to alert residents to confirm communication from municipal departments and employees.  Do not click on links in emails.  Any payments to the town should be made in person or via the Town Website for taxes.  If you do receive any strange emails, please notify the town.