Westport
Daily News
Wednesday, April 1st, 2026
Good morning, Westport. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 1st of April.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Three Connecticut chefs and eateries were named as James Beard award finalists Tuesday, spotlighting regional culinary talent in a prestigious national contest. CTPost
- ➤ Three Connecticut chefs and eateries have been named finalists for the James Beard awards, as announced Tuesday. Materia chef David DiStasi, Port of Call’s team, and The Shipwright’s Daughter’s chef join a nationwide competition—awards will be given in Chicago from June 13—15. The Hour
- ➤ Weston High School senior Owen Daniel joined the 06880 podcast for a chat at the Westport Library. He will begin studies at Berklee School of Music this fall and his music blends thoughtful lyrics with an acoustic sound. 06880
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Gas prices in Connecticut reached $3.95 a gallon on Tuesday, up three cents from last week, and local experts expect they will top $4 a gallon today if supply issues persist + global tensions strain oil delivery. The Hour
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Governor Ned Lamont will speak on Connecticut's fiscal outlook at the Westport Library on Monday, April 13 at 11 a.m. as part of the Your State, Your Business series hosted by the Westport Weston Chamber of Commerce. Westport Journal
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The International Esperanza Project will hold an in-person event on April 2 at 6 p.m. at Hudson Malone where Hopkins School senior Miri Levin and her mother will share stories of volunteer medical trips to Guatemala, including a community effort that raised $6,000 for a child with eye cancer. 06880
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ UConn’s men's team advanced to the Final Four with a 73-72 win over Duke — the women, with a 70-52 win over Notre Dame, secured their Final Four spot on March 29. This achievement marks the sixth season both teams have met the Final Four, a rare college basketball feat. The Hour
- ➤ UConn men's basketball team has gone 7-1 in non-conference games against top-30 teams & will take on Illinois at Lucas Oil Stadium on Saturday at 6:09 p.m. This record shows the Huskies continue a strong run as they advance in March Madness. The Hour
- ➤ Coach Geno Auriemma praised his UConn team for staying undefeated with a fun-loving, team-first approach after wins over North Carolina and Notre Dame, and the Huskies now prepare for the Final Four against tough competition. The team continues to show grit and unity through every challenge. The Hour
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6th Annual Fashionably Westport
7-10 p.m. — The Westport Library — Tickets benefit Homes with Hope — Experience a fabulous runway show featuring local styles and celebrities.
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HAYVN Health Summit: Empowered Strength
4:30-8 p.m. — HAYVN Coworking — $15-$250 — Explore health and wellness insights from local experts while networking with the community.
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