Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 22nd of January.
Good morning, Westport.
DanceBody, a NYC-based dance fitness studio, opened its first Connecticut location in Westport after sold-out community classes in December and will host an opening party with cocktails today from 5 to 7 p.m. at 25 Sylvan Road S.
Westport's own Michael Rapaport, known for his TV roles and recent spot on 'The Traitors,' will perform five new shows at the Stress Factory in Bridgeport from Jan.
29-31 (ticket sales are live).
Westport's arts scene transforms as a four-part series examines local institutions including MoCA CT and the Artists Collective — highlighting the loss of the historic Arts Center gallery that once housed affordable studios.
Part 3 details past challenges and evolving community ties.
Avangrid activated the New England Clean Energy Connect line on Friday, Jan.
21, which feeds Canadian hydropower to Massachusetts and could ease Connecticut wholesale prices. State officials expect that reduced competition for conventional supplies will benefit ratepayers.
Fodor's Travel named Frank Pepe's pizzeria among the top pizza slices in the nation, and its new Westport location will open this summer—promising locals a taste of the famous thin crust pie topped with grated pecorino romano.
Sacred Heart University's cheerleading team clinched its sixth UCA national title in the All-Girl Division I at Walt Disney World ESPN Wide World of Sports complex in Orlando from Jan.
16-18, scoring 97.83 points and marking a milestone for the program + a win celebrated by head coach CJ Rodriguez.
After the tournament in Londonderry, Sacred Heart Academy learned that New Hampshire holiday rules reclassified three girls basketball games as scrimmages, changing its record from 9-2 to 7-1.
As a result, the team will now play 17 official contests toward state tournament qualification & is focused on the rest of its season.
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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