Westport
Daily News
Tuesday, June 2nd, 2026
Good morning, Westport. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 2nd of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Connecticut-grown strawberries are arriving at local farms & farmstands and pick-your-own fields will open soon, the Connecticut Department of Agriculture said. Residents are urged to check farm websites or call ahead for conditions and reservations. WFSB
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Frank Pepe’s Pizzeria Napoletana opened Monday at 11 a.m. on Post Road in Westport, taking over the old John's Best location. A ribbon cutting was held Monday at 10:30 a.m. and a soft opening for friends and family took place Friday. News 12 Connecticut
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ State educational data from the Educational Opportunity Project shows test scores in high-income districts such as Westport score above national averages while scores in lower-income districts like Hartford and New Haven fall up to five grade levels below average — underscoring the impact of socioeconomic factors. The Hour
- ➤ The Westport Youth Commission launched a poster campaign this spring to teach youth and parents about legal e-bike riding, with materials available at doctors’ offices, schools, bike stores & media, and they will host biking events this fall. 06880
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Timothy Schmutte & Elenee Argentinis explain mental health challenges that Westport residents face after age 50, noting issues like depression and loneliness amid major life changes. Their review highlights therapy options and community support groups available to help seniors cope. 06880
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ CIAC baseball tournaments kicked off Monday across four divisions, featuring upsets like Ridgefield’s 1-0 win over defending champion South Windsor and strong pitching by Jacob Fields and others. Second-round games are scheduled for today — promising more local high school baseball action. The Hour
- ➤ A new Top 10 Connecticut softball poll released June 1 shows Cheshire leading after extra-inning wins while Darien rose to third and Brookfield climbed the rankings. The CIAC tournament will begin Monday for select teams and Wednesday for teams with byes. The Hour
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Much Ado About Nothing for Kids
2-3 p.m. — The Westport Library — Free entry — Experience an engaging family-friendly performance of Shakespeare's classic play adapted for kids.
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3rd Annual Golf Tournament
7:30 a.m. — Birchwood Country Club — $495-$2,350 — Swing for a cause with golf, Mahjong, and Canasta while supporting the historic Westport Country Playhouse.
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