Elections

NORWALK, Conn. — Ahead of the 2025 Democratic mayoral primary debate, NancyOnNorwalk invited readers to submit questions for the candidates. The response was overwhelming, with residents offering queries that touched on nearly every aspect of city life, from growth and affordability to schools, the environment,…

Darlene Young, left, and Barbara Smyth, right. (Photo by Jacob Waring) Moderator Mark Berns, left, and timekeeper James Qi signal candidates during Thursday’s Democratic mayoral primary debate at the Norwalk Public Library. (Photo by Ashley RK Smith) NORWALK, Conn. — The two Democratic mayoral candidates,…

NORWALK, Conn. — NancyOnNorwalk hosted the 2025 Democratic mayoral primary debate Thursday at the Norwalk Public Library’s Main Branch. The forum brought together candidates vying to succeed Mayor Harry Rilling, who is stepping down after 12 years in office. Watch the full recording of the…

NORWALK, Conn. — The Norwalk Republican Town Committee has revised its slate for Common Council at-large, naming Doug Hempstead and John Cardamone as candidates for the November municipal election. Hempstead, a veteran council member, and Cardamone, a William Raveis real estate agent, replace Steve Cenatiempo…

NORWALK, Conn. — State Rep. Kadeem Roberts has endorsed Darlene Young in her campaign for mayor, joining a growing list of elected officials and community leaders backing the longtime public servant. Roberts, who grew up in Norwalk, cited his personal connection with Young and their…

Tonight’s the night! After so many hours of preparation, NancyOnNorwalk will host the Democratic mayoral primary debate at the Norwalk Public Library’s Main Branch auditorium. Doors open at 6:00 p.m., and the debate will begin at 6:30 p.m. Seating is available to the public, although…

NORWALK, Conn. — The League of Women Voters of Norwalk gathered residents and candidates Wednesday evening for a “Meet the Candidates” forum, offering voters a chance to hear directly from those seeking office in the upcoming municipal elections. Held just days before the Sept. 9…

NORWALK, Conn. — Norwalk voters will have multiple opportunities to cast ballots ahead of this year’s elections, with early voting underway for the September primary and scheduled again before November’s general election. Early voting for the Democratic mayoral primary is being held September 2–7 at…

NORWALK, Conn. — NancyOnNorwalk will host a Democratic mayoral primary debate on Thursday, Sept. 4, from 6:30 to 8 p.m. at the Norwalk Public Library’s Main Branch auditorium. The debate comes just days before the Sept. 9 primary election, when registered Democrats will choose their…

A properly functioning democracy depends on an informed electorate.— Thomas Jefferson Please join NancyOnNorwalk for a debate between the two Democratic Primary Candidates for Mayor, Barbara Smyth and Darlene Young. Former AP journalist and current NoN board president Mark Berns will moderate. The debate will…

Editor’s Note: We are deeply saddened by the passing of Common Council member and candidate Greg Burnett. A devoted public servant, Greg brought integrity, compassion, and dedication to every role he held in Norwalk. He was known for his steady leadership and his commitment to…

NORWALK, Conn. — As Norwalk’s mayoral race heads into the fall, campaign finance filings provide a snapshot of contributions, including differences in donation size, donor location, and reported occupations. The filings, as of June 30, the end of the second quarter, highlight the differences. Overall…