Good morning, Westport.

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.

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.

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).

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.

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.

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 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’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.

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.

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.

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.