Westport
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Sunday, January 11th, 2026
Good morning, Westport. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 11th of January.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Comedian Carmen Lynch will headline a comedy show at VFW Post 399 on Jan. 17 at 8 p.m. (co-sponsored by Westport Parks & Recreation) as local audiences enjoy a night of stand-up and community connection. 06880
- ➤ Fairfield University Art Museum presents its exhibit (For Which It Stands…) featuring 75 art pieces from early 20th-century artists to new commissions from Jan. 23 to July 25, and Yale Peabody Museum offers a bilingual Smithsonian exhibit honoring Taíno culture through June 21. CT Insider
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Staples Girls Basketball defeated Brien McMahon 60-37 on the road, recording 24 steals with Chloe Smith scoring 17 points to lead the team. Westport Journal
- ➤ Staples Boys Basketball won an 81–41 game over Brien McMahon Saturday — Clachko and Tobias each scored 17 points as the team improved its record to 5-0. Westport Journal
- ➤ A guide highlights 25 top players to watch during the upcoming 2025-26 CIAC boys ice hockey season, featuring talent from teams like East Haven, Simsbury and Fairfield Prep. Local fans can track rising stars as they build on strong performances from last season. CTPost
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27th Annual Crossword Puzzle Contest
1-4:30 p.m. — The Westport Library — $35 participation fee — Celebrate wordplay with puzzles and special games alongside Will Shortz, the NYT crossword editor.
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