Planning and Zoning Approves Convenience Store and Deli Application
Community sends strong message of support at public hearing By Wiley Wood Norfolk came a step closer to having a convenience store and deli at 6 Station Place when the Planning and Zoning Commission unanimously approved the site plan at a public hearing on July 19. “That was one of the biggest hurdles,” said […]
Summer Interns at Great Mountain Forest
Planning for the future By Hans M. Carlson Outside of the Great Mountain Forest (GMF) administrative offices, this summer’s interns are building a small raised-bed garden after work. It’s a bit late in the season, but even if they don’t get much of a yield this year, the bed will be ready for next […]
Brazen Black Bears Abound
The number of black bear sightings this summer seems to be at an all-time high. Many Litchfield County residents are wondering what happened to these once skittish animals that, historically, would rather quickly retreat into the forest than come feet from humans (not to mention boldly walking through the middle of downtown). Local wildlife experts […]
New Owners of Brotherhood Property Sue Norfolk Over Taxes
The Confucian Study Association, owner of the former Deerspring Bruderhof compound on West Side Road, is suing the Town of Norfolk in Litchfield Superior Court for exemption from property taxes. The organization, formed in January of this year, took ownership of the 48-acre parcel in March and applied to the town for tax exemption. Assessor […]
Obituary—David Potter
Harold David Potter, 85, of 220 Mountain Road, Norfolk, Conn., died on July 14, 2016, in his home. He was the loving husband of Elizabeth Stone Potter. David was born on February 19, 1931 to Harold Lee Potter and Barbara Clyne Potter of Boise, Idaho. After receiving his early education through the Boise public school […]
Report From the Real Russia
Former NPR correspondent Anne Garrels publishes book on the Russian heartland By Lindsey Pizzica Rotolo “Those were the very best of days,” says Anne Garrels of the early 1990s when her husband, Vint Lawrence, went to Russia to visit her for six weeks every three months. “He couldn’t work on his drawings because there was […]
Lively Line-up at “Weekend In Norfolk” Festival
More Music and Live Performances than Ever Before By Holly Leibrock Norfolk is a hub of outstanding talent and exceptional performance venues. Weekend in Norfolk (WIN) has capitalized on these talents and venues to offer storytelling, acting and more musical performances in one weekend than ever before at its locally renowned Infinity Hall and […]
Milestones—Glen Wheeler
Glen Wheeler died on July 21. The husband of Donna Wheeler, he owned Stubs Construction and was a longtime member of both the Norfolk Lions Club Ambulance and the Norfolk Volunteer Fire Department. He served for many years as the Animal Control Officer and was widely known for his willingness to help anyone in need. […]
Trail Running Club Meets Every Thursday
Heading for the Hills By Jude Mead If you happen to be wandering in the woods of Norfolk, you may come across a group of runners from the Hill County Trail Runners Club. Nothing stops these outdoor enthusiasts from meeting every Thursday at 5:30 p.m. to enjoy the popular sport called trail running. They […]
Church Work Camp Travels to Camden, New York
Serving Those in Need By David Beers On June 19, an excited group of 28 people ranging in age from 12 to 50-something, headed out for a week of work and camaraderie in Camden, New York. Some had gone on this annual trip (organized and led by Reverend Erick Olsen of Church of Christ […]
