Mrs. Claus watches as Santa meets with one of his fans during Hometown Holidays in New London. Children are invited to Breakfast with Santa from 8 a.m. until noon Sunday in the Hileman Building in the New London Recreation Park, with many photo opportunities.

Hometown Holiday is great fun

Children are invited to Breakfast with Santa from 8 a.m. until noon Sunday in the Hileman Building.

Updated Dec 12, 2019 at 5:49 PM

Ethan Rahrig (from left), as Buddy the elf, plays with a motor during this scene rehearsal with Anthony Easterday and Lexie Swick. The performances of the musical "Elf Jr.," featuring two casts with more than 40 area children, will be Friday through Sunday at 22 E. Main St. Tickets are available at www.norwalkartscenter.org.

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'Elf Jr.' musical teaches 'goodwill, wonder and cheer'

Norwalk Arts Center performances are Friday through Sunday at 22 E. Main St.

Dec 11, 2019 at 9:00 AM

Ethan Rahrig, 13, of Norwalk, hams it up as Buddy the elf before a rehearsal of "Elf Jr." He is the son of Todd and Trena. Two Norwalk Arts Center casts will perform the musical Dec. 13 through 15 at 22 E. Main St. Tickets are available at www.norwalkartscenter.org.

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Casts preparing for 'wonderful show' of 'Elf Jr.'

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Dec 5, 2019 at 11:00 AM

Little Weston Takacs puts his letter to Santa in the mailbox with the help of angel Mindy Borsick. They were in Danielion, one of the many merchants that participated in Wakeman's Christmas in the village in 2016. Weston is the son of Heather and Nick Takacs of Collins. Wakeman will celebrate the holidays this Saturday with a number of events around the village.

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Christmas in the Village

“It’s always the community spirit that it brings everyone on board.”

Dec 5, 2019 at 8:25 AM

This is the cover of John Rossman's latest book, "Our Second 'Child.'" Rossman, a former Norwalk resident, is a St. Paul High School graduate.

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St. Paul grad writes 'therapeutic' novel on infertility

New author John Rossman, a Norwalk native, graduated in 1994.

Dec 3, 2019 at 1:00 PM

Firelands Area Art League

Therapy through the arts — It's a lot of fun

“No one is too old to learn anything.”

Nov 18, 2019 at 8:00 AM

Chris Hamilton (aka "Boosted GT") talks to Justin Shearer (aka "Big Chief") at a drivers' meeting during an event. An episode of "Street Outlaws: No Prep Kings" that was filmed at Summit Motorsports Park in September will air on the Discovery Channel at 9 p.m. Nov. 18.

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Summit Motorsports Park to be on Discovery Channel series

“Street Outlaws: No Prep Kings” episode will air at 9 p.m. Nov. 18.

Updated Oct 31, 2019 at 2:53 PM

Willard High School

Willard HS choir selected to perform at state conference, trade show

Ensemble will perform Nov. 11 in Hall B of the Greater Columbus Convention Center.

Oct 29, 2019 at 9:00 PM

Norwalk resident Noah Clark, 7, holds a copy of his mother Juliana's first book. "A Mother's Journey Through Autism, Redemption and Freedom" is available on the Amazon and Barnes & Noble websites.

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First-time author chronicles 'journey of coming to faith'

Book traces Juliana Clark “going through the trenches of the chaos of life,” yet finding hope.

Oct 25, 2019 at 10:00 AM

Art Exhibit

Art exhibit examines fruit of Holy Spirit

Harvest of Attributes opens Oct. 27 and runs through Nov. 24.

Oct 19, 2019 at 8:00 PM

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Edison, Norwalk, Seneca East marching bands to perform Saturday

All proceeds will benefit the Edison music department for instrument and music purchases.

Oct 4, 2019 at 3:00 PM

Blues-rock duo the Black Keys (left to right: Dan Auerbach, Patrick Carney) return with their first album after a four-year break. (Alysse Gafkjen)

Patrick Carney doesn't believe in reunions either, so the Black Keys are back after a break

Before the members pressed "pause" in 2015, blues-rock duo the Black Keys were one of the most successful rock 'n' roll bands in a world no longer very hospitable to rock 'n' roll bands.

Sep 30, 2019 at 1:00 PM

Andrew Stroud, Hans Hoffman, and Robert Clark hold eight of the Reflector Reader's Choice Awards earned by Freight House Grill & Pub Thursday evening. Reflector Photo/BILL THEISEN

Local businesses win top honors in Reader's Choice Awards

The best of the best were recognized Thursday during the Norwalk Reflector’s Reader’s Choice Awards banquet.

Sep 27, 2019 at 8:00 AM

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'Jubileego' festival on tap for this weekend

Family-friendly, ‘full-blown music and arts festival’ will feature area music acts, food, art, camping and various vendors.

Sep 25, 2019 at 3:00 PM

A general view of atmosphere at the 71st Emmy Awards Nominations Announcement held at The Television Academy's Wolf Theatre in North Hollywood, CA on Tuesday, July 16, 2019. (Sthanlee B. Mirador/Sipa USA/TNS)

How to watch the Emmys and answers to your other burning questions

Looking for the who, what, when, where, how, and why of this year's Emmys? We've got you covered.

Updated Sep 18, 2019 at 12:01 PM