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Good morning, Westport. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 6th of March.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Two centuries-old trees were felled in Westport for new home construction, despite neighborhood opposition and concerns over habitat loss, while local Mitchells Stores expanded their luxury retail family, and Staples Players' production boasted a mix of professional and guest actors, signaling diverse community engagement.  06880

CRIME NEWS

  • A 22-year-old man from Waterbury will be sentenced to seven years in prison for his involvement in the carjacking of an Aston Martin from a Westport home in 2023.  CTPost
  • A Westport man, Jack Dehler, has been charged with several offenses related to the alleged long-term abuse of a woman, following her report to the police.  CTPost

CULTURE NEWS

  • Keith Richards, the guitarist of The Rolling Stones, was honored with the inaugural Connecticut Governor’s Award of Excellence and received a new library card during a ceremony at Westport Library.  CTPost

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • Westport approves a $2.5 million project to overhaul Ned Dimes Marina at Compo Beach, aiming for completion in spring 2026 to replace aging infrastructure and enhance ADA compliance.  Westport Journal

SPORTS NEWS

  • The Staples Girls Gymnastics Team set a school record and saw individual triumphs, concluding their season with a strong performance in state competitions despite challenges.  Westport Local

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • Saugatuck Scribes: Cookbook Release with Chef Alison Grace

    Chef Alison Milwe Grace celebrates the release of her first cookbook, offering a collection of recipes aimed at enhancing festive gatherings.

    Wed, 3/19/25

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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