Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 20th of March.
Good morning, Westport.
🏘️ Community
The Westport Transit District invites residents to join its fourth annual contest requiring double dactyl poems to celebrate the Wheels2U van service (submissions are due by April 7).
Winners will earn restaurant gift certificates up to $100.
🎭 Culture
Westport critic Susan Granger rated The Housemaid a 5 and said the wacko thriller is now available for rent or purchase on Apple TV and Amazon, plus it is directed by Paul Feig and adapted from a 2022 best-seller.
📰 Economy
Drivers in Connecticut are seeking cheaper gas amid rising pump prices caused by the Iran conflict (with Pit Stop on Berlin Turnpike offering $3.43 a gallon for cash) while others shift to outlets like BJs or Costco for savings.
🏛️ Government
A public meeting on next steps for Cribari Bridge will be held tonight at 6 p.m. in Town Hall auditorium (it is also livestreamed on the Westport website and Optimum channel 79).
The Westport Parks & Recreation Commission moved forward on plans for a new maintenance facility at the Cabin 10 site on the golf course and released a near-final draft of a comprehensive Master Plan for parks.
Both items will be reviewed on April 22 as officials refine project details.
🏈 Sports
Mohegan Sun's sportsbook in Uncasville was packed as locals wagered on March Madness games.
Tables sold out on Thursday and Friday +with few tables available for Saturday+, while staff promote responsible betting by offering QR codes +for gambling help+.
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