Westport
Daily News
Friday, April 10th, 2026
Good morning, Westport. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 10th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Westport hosts several community stories as the 20th Taste of Westport returns Wednesday, June 3 at the Fairfield County Hunt Club to raise funds for CLASP Homes (support for adults with autism and developmental disabilities), while Staples High School’s robotics team advanced recently after winning an aerial drone contest. 06880
- ➤ Last night, at the Westport Library, Today host Craig Melvin discussed his career, his family's life in town, and local charity work+ shared stories about his role with Westport 10 during an event hosted by former selectman Jim Marpe. 06880
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ An interactive Holocaust memorial statue will be previewed at Westport Library at 2 p.m. Sunday. The display copies a North Carolina artwork and uses QR codes to play recordings of survivors — a tool to help the community reflect on antisemitism. The Hour
- ➤ Dr. Matthias Becker will speak on decoding bias and hate on social media at Westport Library on Apr. 21 at 7 p.m. Fairfield County students may join a pre-talk pizza session at 6 p.m. (video challenge entries are due May 15 and prizes awarded May 28). 06880
- ➤ Metallica is set to perform its first Connecticut shows in 28 years as part of its 2026 U.S. tour outside of Las Vegas’ The Sphere; pricing details have been released + fans should watch for ticket information for these exclusive events. The Hour
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Gas prices remain over $4 a gallon despite a ceasefire in the Middle East; experts warn Westport drivers and local businesses may see only a slight drop if market trends hold steady. WFSB
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ CT teachers are urging the state legislature to boost funding and protections for schools, as teachers union president Kate Dias said continued budget cuts threaten classroom stability — a call for more support in our district. CTPost
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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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Terrarium Workshop
6-7:30 p.m. — Jenni Kayne Home - Westport — Light refreshments served — Create your own lush garden terrarium for outdoor entertaining.
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