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🌱 Patch AM: Police Impersonation Scam Reported In Norwalk: PD

Be sure to catch Third Thursday evening tour and wine tasting at The Glass House this Summer on the Norwalk Patch calendar

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Hi Norwalk! We have the latest buzz right here. Let's keep you in the loop and get this morning started right! ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • Scammers posing as Norwalk police target residents with fake fines
  • Key Norwalk school dates you need before classes start
  • Which Norwalk streets will close for fall block parties and Halloween?

Also on today's calendar: Third Thursday evening tour and wine tasting at The Glass House this Summer and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: Why do fish live in salt water? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Thursday: A shower and thunderstorm, with a high of 81 and low of 62 degrees.
  • Friday: Partly sunny and less humid, temps: high: 81, low: 65.
  • Saturday: Humid with a few showers, with a high of 75 and low of 66 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Police Impersonation Scam Reported In Norwalk: PD (patch.com) — Norwalk residents are being warned about scam callers pretending to be local police and claiming people missed jury duty, demanding a $500 payment. Authorities stress that residents should never give money or personal information over the phone and should instead report any such calls directly to the Norwalk Police Department. Sharing this warning with neighbors can help reduce local victims.
   

• Back To School: Norwalk 2026-27 School Calendar (patch.com) — Families in Norwalk can now plan for the 2026-27 school year, with classes starting Wednesday, Aug. 26 and a full list of holidays, conferences, and early dismissals laid out by Norwalk Public Schools. The calendar highlights key no-school days, professional development sessions, and potential weather make-up days so parents can better organize childcare and vacations.
   

• Traffic Authority approves multiple road closures for fall events (nancyonnorwalk.com) — Norwalk's Traffic Authority has approved several fall road closures for neighborhood events, charity runs, and the 2026 Halloween Nightfair and Holiday Extravaganza, many affecting Washington Street and Calf Pasture Beach area roads. The board also greenlit new Active Loading Zones on Merwin and Orchard streets to ease deliveries, with timed loading and metered parking that drivers will need to follow.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • What No One Tells You About Brain Injury, Addiction, and the 12 Steps —Craig Sears Read on Patch
  • Orange & White Fluffy Cat
    Anyone missing a orange and white fluffy cat. Ran in front of my car on Sheffield Road in Rowayton at midnight. Please keep your pets safe. (Nextdoor Rowayton)
  • Does anyone happen to know if any shelters etc that accepts dog beds?
    Unfortunately I no longer need them , they are in great shape-hate to throw them out. (Nextdoor Norwalk)
  • Wegmans Food Markets, Inc. posted a job opening for Meat Clerk in Norwalk. Apply here.
  • Burger King posted a job opening for Team Member in Norwalk. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Norwalk here.

🗞 Nearby News

Darien

  • Man Charged In 2025 Theft Of Mercedes-Benz: Darien Police (patch.com)
  • PLAINVILLE SCOOP: Birdcode to open new Plainville location this Friday, 08/21! (theconnecticutscoop.com)

Westport

  • National Home Organization Company To Open Location In Westport: Report (patch.com)

Wilton

  • Driver Charged With DUI, Risk Of Injury With Child In Vehicle: Wilton Police (patch.com)

Ok Norwalk! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Pepper makes them sneeze (Thank you Karla H. for sending it in!)
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