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Sunday, May 25th, 2025
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Good morning, Westport. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 25th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Westport holds a townwide vigil on Tuesday May 27 at 6:30 p.m. at Jesup Green to support the Jewish community after the recent murders, and town meetings in early June will review school projects, zoning plans, and environmental rules while Save the Sound releases updated beach grades and prepares for Memorial Day beach openings. The roundup also highlights a soft launch of a gelato machine at the library, film screenings at the Country Playhouse, a passport scam warning at the post office, a memorial garden dedication on June 28, a sustainable gardening talk on June 23, a community golf outing on June 30 featuring IDF soldiers, and a children’s piano concert on June 1 — all set to bring a busy schedule of local events. 06880
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Officials say the 100 deadliest days on the road begin with Memorial Day and run through Labor Day as more drivers, including inexperienced teenagers, take to the roads. State police will patrol high-risk areas—DOT notes that 23 teen drivers have died in crashes between 2020 and 2023. WFSB
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Yesterday, the 52nd Westport Fine Arts Festival brought crowds downtown to see art from over 150 exhibitors—including 42 new artists—from 19 states and Canada. It continues today along Main and Elm streets—with art, food and fun family events for all ages. Westport Journal
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ A report by Save the Sound shows that water quality at Westport beaches declined over the past two years, with Compo Beach, Burying Hill Beach, and Sherwood Island State Park receiving lower grades than in previous years — increased rain events and runoff were linked to the drop. The report warns that heavier rainfall from climate change may further affect safe swimming conditions. Westport Journal
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Connecticut State Police are warning drivers not to drive after drinking or using drugs and are increasing DUI patrols with new technology. The new software will allow officers to monitor breathalyzer performance in real time starting in September + ensuring more accurate tests. WFSB
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Today, Governor Lamont announced a three-year agreement that boosts wages for nursing and group home workers after threatened strikes, and the deal includes steady Medicaid increases to support the care of vulnerable residents. The agreement will raise certified nursing assistants' pay to $26 per hour by January 1 by gradually increasing compensation – a move that provides needed support to frontline workers. WFSB
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Westport native Ben Casparius plays a key role for the Dodgers after a whirlwind season that saw him rise from the minors to a World Series win and promotion to the big leagues. He delivered crucial extra inning relief on Tuesday to help break a four game losing streak+ his strong performance marks another step in his growing career. CTPost
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Dan Bikel: A Little Folk Music
7-8:30 p.m. — The Westport Library — Ticket includes a complimentary drink — Experience heartfelt melodies and harmonies with local singer-songwriter Dan Bikel.
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Garden Terrarium Workshop
6-7:30 p.m. — Jenni Kayne Home - Westport — Light refreshments provided — Learn to create a lush terrarium with seasonal plants in this hands-on workshop.
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