Westport
Daily News
Friday, April 3rd, 2026
Good morning, Westport. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 3rd of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Westport Animal Shelter Advocates has five dogs available for adoption — including puppies and older pets like Rocket and Princess — and interested adopters should schedule a home visit by phone at 203-557-0361. Westport Journal
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ UConn basketball has boosted state pride and eased funding debates as the athletic department defends its high spending on top coaches. President Radenka Maric will attend both the men’s and women’s Final Fours, and Governor Ned Lamont backs further investment + higher athletics budgets to build on the success. The Hour
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ CIAC baseball season begins tomorrow — Saturday, Apr. 4 — with opening games such as Lyman Hall at Fairfield Warde at noon, and more key matchups scheduled later this month; state tournament rounds are set for early June at Palmer Field. Fans can follow defending champions and top recruits this season. The Hour
- ➤ Geno Auriemma and longtime assistant Chris Dailey lead UConn's record-setting women's basketball team as it heads to its 25th Final Four in pursuit of a 13th title, with their guidance spanning over four decades and building one of the sport's best programs. The Hour
- ➤ UConn women’s basketball practices ahead for Friday’s Final Four against South Carolina at Phoenix’s Mortgage Matchup Center — a rematch marking their third final weekend faceoff in five years. Both teams feature fresh transfer additions and aim for a trip to Sunday’s national championship. The Hour
- ➤ Experts predict UConn’s women’s team will win their 13th national title as they face South Carolina at 7 p.m. today in Phoenix — a win would extend their undefeated run. Westport fans are watching the game to see if the Huskies continue their strong season. The Hour
- ➤ UConn's Sarah Strong was named the Wade Trophy winner on Thursday, making her the eighth player from the team to earn the honor. She will lead her team today in their Final Four matchup against South Carolina in Phoenix. The Hour
- ➤ UConn women’s basketball faces South Carolina in the Final Four at Mortgage Matchup Arena in Phoenix today at 7 p.m. E.T. UConn seeks to extend its 55-game win streak while South Carolina aims to break its perfect record — a rematch of last year’s championship game. The Hour
- ➤ UConn's storied men’s basketball program - with six national titles earned from seven Final Fours - is set to chase its seventh championship as it plays this weekend in Indianapolis. 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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