Spring in stained glass/Erick Olsen

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

04/24/2024
Play Pickleball at Botelle School
6:00 pm - 8:15 pm

04/25/2024
Natural Resource Inventory Discussion
5:30 pm - 6:30 pm

04/27/2024
Annual Town Clean Up
9:00 am - 12:00 pm

04/28/2024
Gardening 101 at the Norfolk Library
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm

05/01/2024
Play Pickleball at Botelle School
6:00 pm - 8:15 pm

Only in Norfolk

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See all Battell Chapel’s magnificent stained glass windows.

Municipal Meetings

04/25/2024, 6:00 PM
SPECIAL MEETING

04/25/2024, 6:00 PM
SPECIAL MEETING

04/30/2024, 7:00 PM
ANNUAL BUDGET HEARING/SPECIAL MEETING

05/01/2024, 4:30 PM

05/06/2024, 7:00 PM

05/07/2024, 5:00 PM

05/07/2024, 5:00 PM
VIA ZOOM

05/07/2024, 6:00 PM

Community News

Construction Costs for Housing Project Pending

The Foundation for Norfolk Living group is still working toward construction of 10 net-zero homes.

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EDC Hears of Housing Shortage for Workers

No town or city in Litchfield County currently has an adequate stock of affordable housing, Jocelyn Ayer, director of the Litchfield County Center for Housing Opportunity, told Norfolk Economic Development Commission members.

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“Bloomin’ 4 Good” Promotion to Help Food Pantry

The Norfolk Food Pantry is encouraging Norfolk shoppers to pick up a bouquet at the Winsted Stop & Shop during May as part of the food chain’s “Bloomin’ 4 Good” promotion.

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North Brook Trail Plan To Go to IWA, P&Z

The Rails to Trails Committee is nearing the end of a long journey as it prepares to construct the North Brook Trail along the former Central New England Railroad right-of-way.

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Maple Avenue Works Nearing its End

Maple Avenue work may finally be nearing its end.

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Town Puts Out Call for Volunteers

The town is seeking volunteers to serve on commissions and boards.

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Earth Day Forum Celebrates Carson’s Legacy

The Earth Day Forum planned for this weekend will celebrate the legacy of renowned environmental activist Rachel Carson.

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Town Notices

Legal Notice – Post-Election Audit

Secretary of State Stephanie Thomas randomly chose 44 voting precincts from the April 2024 Presidential Preference Primary to have their voting machine totals audited and the Town of Norfolk was selected. The audit will be conducted Monday, April 29, 2024 upstairs at the Town Hall at 5:00 p.m. Read more.

Legal Notice – Regional School District #7 Budget Referendum

A referendum regarding the Regional School District No.7 Annual Budget will be held in the Town of Norfolk on Tuesday, May 7, 2024. Voting will take place at the Town Hall from 12:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Read more.

Region 7 Announces Student Records Disposal

Region 7 will destroy the records for special education and 504 students who left or graduated from district towns before 2017 or who were born before July 1, 1999.

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Solar Salesman Has Permit to Solicit Business

First Selectman Matt Riiska has approved a solicitor’s permit for Carson Kowalski from Trinity Solar to solicit door-to-door.

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Northwestern Regional School District No. 7 Proposed 2024-2025 Budget

The Northwestern Regional School District No. 7 has published the proposed budget for the 2024-2025 school year. See attached Superintendent’s Revised Budget here. See Superintendent’s Budget Presentation here.

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.

Norfolk artists Stace Dillard and Hilary VanWright are exhibiting their work at the Hub. Read the full story.

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Due to the changing road conditions the 2-hour delay for both schools is now changed to a school cancellation.  No school today for Botelle Elementary and Northwestern Regional 7.

Due to the changing road conditions the 2-hour delay for both schools is now changed to a school cancellation. No school today for Botelle Elementary and Northwestern Regional 7. ... See MoreSee Less

3 weeks ago
Due to current road conditions both Botelle Elementary School and Northwestern Regional 7 will have a 2 hour delay this morning. Be careful when driving as there is a lot of road debris from the winds overnight.

Due to current road conditions both Botelle Elementary School and Northwestern Regional 7 will have a 2 hour delay this morning. Be careful when driving as there is a lot of road debris from the winds overnight. ... See MoreSee Less

3 weeks ago

Directory

This directory is your guide to Norfolk organizations, businesses, places of worship and municipal contacts. To request a free listing, use the link below.

Do you know where to find links to town organizations, churches, businesses and more? 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!