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Tuesday, February 4th, 2025
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Good morning, Westport. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 4th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Westport's Planning and Zoning Commission is considering regulation adjustments to enable expanded use of nighttime lighting at athletic fields, amid concerns from neighbors about potential noise and light disturbances. Westport Journal
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Westport's Superintendent of Schools, Thomas Scarice, apologizes for delay in school opening notification due to a messaging system failure. 06880
- ➤ In 2024, Westport's Superintendent Thomas Scarice was the highest-paid public school employee, leading a list where central office administrators and principals received the top salaries. Westport Journal
- ➤ Westport Board of Education is undecided on allocating $405,000 in the 2025-26 budget to restore two full-time assistant principal positions at elementary schools, amidst budget uncertainties and divided opinions on the proposal's impact. Westport Journal
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Dave Smith shares insights on navigating the complexities of youth travel sports, emphasizing the challenges and decisions parents face, including cost, the pressure of specialization, and finding the right sport for their child's talents. 06880
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Adam Behrends, who led Staples High School's football team to a state championship, is leaving for a college coaching position. 06880
- ➤ Staples High boys basketball team's winning streak was halted by a 63-56 defeat to Saint Bernard of Uncasville, despite strong performances from key players. Westport Journal
- ➤ Staples High girls basketball team improved their season record to 7-7 with a 51-28 victory over Bridgeport Central. Westport Journal
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