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Even as the Northwest Resource Recovery Authority (NRRA) works toward its July 1 deadline to take control of the Torrington-based solid municipal waste transfer station, questions remain about its future operation.

Work on the Mountain Road bridge currently being replaced by the state is “really cruising along,” First Selectman Henry Tirrell says.

Great Mountain Forest will host five hands-on workshops at Yale Camp this summer and fall to assist forest stewards to achieve their forest and wildlife management goals. 

The Fire House Building Committee received a shock this month when its plumbing contractor, Performance Plumbing, abruptly closed up shop.

He may be your best friend. You may even look on her as your furry baby. But there is no way around it—you must get a license for your dog and June is the month to do it.

Norfolk lost out on getting U.S. Senate congressionally directed funding for the new firehouse in 2025, but senators Richard Blumenthal and Chris Murphy are again seeking money for the town’s critical fire service in 2026. 

The state of Connecticut is increasing funds paid to towns under the PILOT (Payment in Lieu of Taxes) program that offsets revenue losses communities suffer as the result of untaxed land. 

Pursuant to Connecticut General Statutes, the owner of each dog over the age of six (6) months must license his or her dog(s) with the Town Clerk no later than June 30. As of July 1, 2026, a penalty is imposed per CT General Statutes Sec. 22-338 of $1.00 per month.

Licenses may be obtained in person at the Town Clerk’s office during normal business hours, by mail or online starting June 1, 2026. For new dog registration, see attached application. All dogs must have a current rabies vaccination. If it has expired, owner must provide an up-to-date vaccination certificate in order to process the new license.

Permits for the Transfer Station and Tobey Pond may be obtained in person at the Town Clerk’s office during normal business hours, Monday through Thursday 9:00 a.m. to noon, 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. and Fridays 9-12 (June 5 – August 21, except July 3) or by mail. There is also a locked mailbox on the front porch where applications with checks can be deposited.

The Town Clerk’s office will be open on Friday mornings from 9-12 starting June 5 until August 21(except July 3) in order to facilitate the purchase of Transfer Station and Tobey Pond Stickers and Dog Licenses. Transfer Station and Tobey Pond stickers are also available by mail starting June 1. Dog Licenses are also available by mail and on line starting June 1, 2026.

A Household Hazardous Waste Collection Day will be held Saturday, June 20, from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at the Falls Village Public Works Garage, 100 Railroad St., Falls Village, CT. You must register to participate. Read more

Please be aware that there are some towns where residents have received false notices about payments for zoning permits and various other items.  We are taking this opportunity to alert residents to confirm communication from municipal departments and employees.  Do not click on links in emails.  Any payments to the town should be made in person or via the Town Website for taxes.  If you do receive any strange emails, please notify the town.