Westport
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Saturday, January 17th, 2026
Good morning, Westport. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 17th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Girl Scouts of Connecticut have begun selling cookies for the 2026 season, with orders accepted online and through local volunteers; pre-orders will be filled on March 14 — troops will operate cookie booths until the end of April. CT Insider
- ➤ Registration for spring and summer programs by Westport Parks & Rec begins March 10 – March 11, while the Planning & Zoning Commission reviews proposals for a new mixed-use project on Jan. 26, including affordable housing; meanwhile, Larry Roberts repairs the Remarkable Bookcycle to bring it back to Compo Beach. 06880
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ M&T Bank will close its Stop & Shop branch at 1790 Post Road E. in Westport on April 30, while ATMs remain available (at 10 other stores statewide). The Hour
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Westport’s arts scene has evolved from the Westport Arts Center into MoCA CT, which opened in September 2019 on Newtown Turnpike. The museum now hosts both world-class and local exhibits + sparking debate among longtime members. 06880
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Spring & Mulberry extended its voluntary recall to include eight chocolate bar flavors after salmonella contamination was detected, affecting products sold online and at local retailers (including Double L Market). Consumers should not eat affected bars and may contact the company for refunds or replacements. CTPost
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Connecticut Magazine experts have named their top steak restaurants for 2026, featuring Westport favorites Gabriele’s of Westport + Hudson Malone among leading picks statewide. The list helps residents find quality dining choices for the new year. The Hour
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ The Building Department has approved the demolition of the 66-year-old split-level home at 46 Park Lane—built in 1960 with 2,000 sqft of living space and traded for $1,215,000 in September. The permit sets the stage for its upcoming removal. Westport Journal
- ➤ Westport’s Building Department approved a permit to demolish the 81-year-old ranch at 5 Franklin Ave off Imperial Ave built in 1945. The property sold for $1,305,000 in October 2025 (it offers 1,300 sqft, three bedrooms, and two bathrooms) and demolition is scheduled. Westport Journal
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ On Monday, the No. 1 UConn women's basketball team will face the No. 23 Notre Dame Fighting Irish at 5 p.m. in Storrs. UConn will rely on star Sarah Strong — a frontrunner for National Player of the Year — and Azzi Fudd to snap a four-game losing streak. The Hour
- ➤ Notre Dame-West Haven (8-2) will face Inglewood (Calif.) at 7 p.m. tonight during the Panini Hoophall Classic at Springfield College’s Blake Arena, as star Abdou Toure looks to build on his scoring streak while top national talents compete this weekend. 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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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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