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Saturday, April 4th, 2026
Good morning, Westport. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 4th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Animal stays at the Connecticut Humane Society are now over three weeks instead of days, officials say, adding strain on shelter capacity as fewer local pet adoptions occur. Rising pet care costs and more reported cruelty cases have contributed to the slowdown in adoptions + increased shelter stress. The Hour
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Connecticut Attorney General William Tong presented ‘Law School 101’ at the Westport Library during the Your State, Your Business series, which will conclude April 13, 11 a.m., offering insights on civil legal matters and personal data issues. 06880
- ➤ Westport police will enforce distracted driving laws during Distracted Driving Awareness Month this April. Last year, they stopped 871 motorists, issuing citations and warnings to remind drivers to keep their eyes on the road. Westport Journal
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ A retrospective piece examined UConn men's six NCAA basketball championships from 1999, noting key wins from underdog victories to the sixth title win over Purdue on April 3 and record-setting margins + tied rankings with top programs. 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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