Sunday, February 9th, 2025

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Good morning, Westport. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 9th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Westport Community Gardens Steering Committee opposes 1st Selectwoman Jen Tooker's proposal to relocate the garden to Baron’s South, citing issues like inadequate sunlight, terrain challenges, and accessibility problems. 06880
- ➤ A snowstorm cancels a Super Bowl party at Westport Senior Center, Kings Highway Elementary School PTA leads a successful charity canned food drive, TCS honors Police Chief Koskinas, Hansen Marine nears dredging completion, the Westport Library hosts a Winter Dance Party, and the community mourns the passing of longtime resident Timothy Walker. 06880
- ➤ Selma Miriam, co-founder of Bloodroot vegetarian restaurant and advocate for feminism and social justice, passed away at her home in Westport, nearly reaching 90 years of age. 06880
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Westport Country Playhouse schedules 'Native Gardens,' a play about a neighborly dispute, for Feb. 18-March 8, and a love-themed concert for Feb. 15. Westport Journal
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Superintendent Thomas Scarice details ongoing evaluations and community engagement regarding smartphone restrictions in schools, introduces a 'No Place For Hate' program, and announces participation in an AI pilot for educational enhancement. 06880
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Both Staples High boys and girls basketball teams faced narrow losses against Trumbull High, impacting their standings in the conference. Westport Journal
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