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The Planning and Zoning Commission received an application from Edward Hinman, 39 Schoolhouse Road, Tuesday night seeking a special permit to operate a container tree nursery in a rural residential zone.

Tuesday night, First Selectman Matt Riiska briefly outlined efforts being made by the Northwest Hills Council of Governments to solve the looming problem of solid municipal waste (MSW) disposal for the Board of Finance.

Renewed requests for federal funds for the new firehouse have been forwarded to the House and Senate appropriations committees.

The Conservation Commission will give out native plants during the June 27th Friday Night on the Green to anyone who has eradicated an invasive plant on their land.

Nine young people completed their education at Botelle Elementary School Wednesday night, advancing to middle school at Northwestern Regional School #7.

Tobey Pond, the town’s swimming hole, is slated to open Friday, June 13 (today). The pond is typically open from 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., but hours may vary if the weather is bad or if a lifeguard is not available.

Eight neighboring property owners have brought a complaint in the Litchfield Superior Court against Three Stewards Real Estate, owner of the Manor House on Maple Avenue, and the Norfolk Planning and Zoning Commission.

Dog licenses must be renewed by June 30 through the Town Clerk’s office.

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., or by mail. There is also a locked mailbox on the front porch where applications with checks can be deposited. Application available here.

The Planning & Zoning Commission has reached a decision on the Manor House Application #24-027. Read more.

A Special Town Meeting of the Town of Norfolk was held at Botelle School, 128 Greenwoods Road East, Hall of Flags, on Thursday, May 22, 2025 at 7:00 p.m. Read more.

A referendum regarding the Regional School District #7 Annual Budget was held on Tuesday, May 6, 2025. The results are: “Yes” votes = 28, “No” votes = 8. See Approved Annnual Budget here.