South Norwalk

While SoNo has a catchy name, it is actually a neighborhood within the larger South Norwalk, which prior to 1913 was its won town.  South Norwalk stretches along the coast until it turns into Rowayton, itself its own town. Elegant Victorians in Golden Hill, and home to Flax hill Park, Village Creek, Wilson’s Point, and Harborview— the neighborhoods of South Norwalk feature water views and coastal living.

Deeper Dive
Snow-covered trees with bare branches stand in front of a brick building, cars parked below, and snow piled on the ground, creating a wintery urban scene.
neighborhoods

Norwalk Snow Storms

There’s an old saying that past performance is not indicative of future results. And that would certainly be true if you judged the snowfall of

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February 25, 2026
Logo for Eco Evolution, featuring a globe with plant leaves growing from it, alongside the text ECO EVOLUTION Marketplace Meeting Space with a small leaf icon between Marketplace and Meeting Space.
Art

Eco Evolution

Part cafe, part gift shop, part art project, it is kind of hard to pin down what Eco Evolution is. Despite this free range formula,

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February 25, 2026
Brookside

Living in Brookside

Brookside is a classic suburban neighborhood, plenty of trees and a convenient location for those seeking a bit more elbow room without giving up convenience.

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December 28, 2024
neighborhoods

Living in Rowayton

Originally a fishing hamlet and oyster harvesting community, Rowayton’s history dates back to the 17th century. The village grew around the Five Mile River, which still serves as its picturesque centerpiece. Historic captain’s homes and converted fishing cottages dot the landscape, telling the story of the community’s seafaring past while providing distinctive housing options for today’s residents.

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December 28, 2024
Wave Hill Breads Cappuccino
Cafe

Wave Hill Breads

Wave Hill Breads offers a full cafe experience on Westport Ave in Norwalk that provides an oasis of fresh bread in the corridor.

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December 7, 2024
A historical mural depicts a scene where a colonial settler talks with a Native American chief under a large tree. Two horses and more people are in the background. A sign reads, The Purchase of Norwalk by Roger Ludlow, 1640.
Opinion

Happy Thanksgiving

On this quintessential American holiday, I offer a station break to the other American pastime of endless “Black Friday” marketing. Today we celebrate the story

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November 28, 2024
A lobster roll with chunks of lobster meat in a toasted bun, served on a paper plate with a side of golden French fries. The meal is placed on a black metal mesh table.
American

Best Lobster Roll

Harvesting succulent lobster from the Long Island Sound is but a faded memory. The coastal harbors of Connecticut used to be home to the vibrant

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November 22, 2024
Woman walking on the Norwalk River Valley Trail in Broad River neighborhood.
Broad River

Broad River: The Deep Dive

Broad River is a suburban neighborhood located in Norwalk, Connecticut, characterized by its residential charm and convenient access to urban amenities. Situated between Route 7

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November 19, 2024