Good morning, Westport.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.