Westport
Daily News
Wednesday, February 4th, 2026
Good morning, Westport. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 4th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Firefighters in Norwalk rescued a swan frozen in the icy river Tuesday — the animal was freed near Wall Street Bridge and taken to VCA Veterinary Referral and Emergency Center for evaluation. The Hour
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Connecticut-based Charter Communications is set to run its third Super Bowl ad on Feb. 8, 2026. The 30-second commercial, filmed across the country and featuring a 100% U.S.-based team + fiber broadband network, comes from Stamford. The Hour
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Peter Ratkiewich, Westport’s director of Public Works for 36 years, will retire on Aug. 31. First Selectman Kevin Christie said the town will soon begin its search for a successor. 06880
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Staples claimed a narrow 53-51 win over Fairfield Ludlowe on Tuesday at Fairfield Ludlowe High School. Senior Sam Clachko scored the final points as the Wreckers rallied late to improve to 14-0. The Hour
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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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