Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 14th of January.
Good morning, Westport.
The Westport Arts Center will open a new campus at 19 Newtown Turnpike — a redesigned space meant to attract regional audiences and support the longstanding local arts scene.
Connecticut educators are testing a new effort to blend classroom learning with career training so that students have a choice between college and workforce options.
Former U.S. Secretary of Education Dr. Miguel Cardona said local school districts must work together to help students succeed.
Westport Police Department is preparing to officially announce its Community Care Unit, linking police with Human Services to deliver aid for mental health, basic welfare + non-criminal issues.
The 16-member team already assists officers with calls to reduce repeat outreach.
Connecticut health experts at Trinity Health of New England and Waterbury Health are urging a focus on healthspan (living free from chronic conditions) to boost residents’ quality of life.
Yale research shows CT women born in 2000 can expect to live to 87 and men about 83, so they say healthy lifestyles are key in reducing later-life disease.
UConn men's basketball beat Seton Hall 69-64 at the Prudential Center on Tuesday, Jan.
13. Coach Dan Hurley, frustrated by four straight road losses at Seton Hall, secured his first win there in five years and pushed the team to a 13-0 start in the Big East.
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.
WestportREADS Film Series: Night At the Museum
2-4 p.m. — The Westport Library — Free entry — Enjoy the family-friendly comedy 'Night at the Museum' as part of the WestportREADS film series.
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