Evan Hughes Bequest to Benefit Norfolk
By Michael Cummings Kelly Longtime Norfolk resident Evan Hughes, who died on March 9, 2016, has left the majority of his estate in the form of a charitable trust to benefit Norfolk individuals, families and worthwhile causes. In conjunction with the estate’ trustee, Salisbury Bank and Trust, an advisory committee of Evan’s close friends (together […]
Fire Department Receives Two Grants
The Norfolk Volunteer Fire Department regularly researches and applies for local, state and federal grants in an ongoing effort to keep Norfolk residents safe while also reducing the financial burden on taxpayers. Recently these efforts have met with success, and the department has received two grants that will be of great help in their work. […]
Affordable Condo Development Planned for Old Colony Road
State funds sought for 10 energy-efficient homes By Wiley Wood In 2015, Norfolk architect Kate Johnson won a statewide award for having designed an energy-efficient home. So efficient was the house that it was given a Home Energy Rating System Index of -12, meaning that the building generates more energy from the photovoltaic cells on […]
Pop-Up Makerspace Fosters Craft and Community
Making art while making friends By Ruth MelvillePhotos by C. J. Sosna The Hub has been host to a variety of public events since it opened its doors less than a year ago, but none has been as lively as the pop-up makerspace that took place on Jan. 26. This first-time event was organized by […]
A Gift That Keeps On Giving
Photo by Bruce Frisch This past Christmas, the Norfolk Community Association, under the direction of co-presidents Doreen Kelly and Barry Webber, put up around town a dozen little Christmas trees adorned with white lights. These small glowing trees did much to brighten downtown during the holiday season, but their benefit to the town was not […]
Church Choirs in Norfolk Sing for Worship and Fellowship
By David BeersPhotos by Bruce Frisch For many decades both the Catholic Church and Congregational Church in town have had active choirs with a long list of devoted singing members. Both choirs are fortunate to be led by musically gifted and experienced choir directors (and organ players), who are paid church staff. Deirdre Broderick has […]
February, Planning a Garden
Through the Garden Gate By Leslie Watkins Winter is a wonderful time to plan and design a new garden. The stark landscape helps to envision the shapes and placement of plants, paths and views. If there’s enough snow on the ground you can thrust sticks into it to help delineate boundaries. Check out the views […]
Changes On the Way for the Children’s Room at the Library
Facelift will feature reading nook and star-bright lighting By Colleen GundlachPhoto by Savage Frieze Generations of Norfolk children have spent many happy hours in the Children’s Room at the Norfolk Library. Originally located in what is now the Reference Room, the Children’s Room moved to its current location about 30 years ago when the beautiful […]
From the Assessor
Assessment change notices following the revaluation of all Norfolk real estate were mailed to all property owners last week. If you have not received such a notice, please contact our office to verify your current mailing address. Reminder: please be sure to submit all mailing address changes, in writing, to our office in a timely […]
Nocturnal Animals Enliven the Norfolk Darkness
By Jude MeadPhoto by Fred Knight Norfolk is considered a quiet town during the cold winter months, leading to the mistaken impression that the village rolls up its streets at dusk and slumbers until dawn. Actually that is the time when the exciting world of darkness comes alive and the stillness of the night is […]
