Thursday, July 10th, 2025

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Good morning, Westport. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 10th of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ CastleKeep Investment Advisors from Westport celebrated its 25th year by announcing long-term donations for Human Services and Staples Tuition Grants — a move honoring the legacy of Patty Haberstroh who supported community programs. The family-run firm has grown over the years and continues to back local services that help residents in need. 06880
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Designer Christian Siriano, a Westport resident, will return as a mentor for Project Runway season 21 on July 31 on Freeform—Heidi Klum will host and serve as executive producer. It is the show’s first season on Freeform after airing on Bravo since 2004—its 10 episodes will stream the first two on Hulu and Disney+ after the premiere. CTPost
- ➤ Miró Quartet will perform at MoCA/CT in Westport on Saturday, July 12 at 7:00 p.m.—the concert will feature music by Hayden, Ginastera and Ravel. Westport Journal
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ On July 9, the Connecticut Supreme Court ruled that PURA acted reasonably in rejecting Aquarion Water’s rate hike request because the evidence for the extra water treatment plant additions was lacking — the decision upholds that utilities must prove customer benefits before raising rates. CTPost
- ➤ The Westport Board of Selectwomen approved a proposal Wednesday to reduce parking limits from three hours to two hours on Main, Elm, and Bay streets, as well as Church Lane and Jessup Road from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.—the changes will take effect once town personnel update the signage. News 12 Connecticut
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Health experts said the new COVID variant Nimbus—now the most common strain nationwide—was detected in Bridgeport and is likely circulating in nearby towns. They warned that a surge in cases may occur soon and urged at-risk residents to get updated boosters and follow preventive measures. CT Insider
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Michael Franti & Spearhead with Allen Stone
5:00-6:30 p.m. — Levitt Pavilion — Cost info not provided — Experience an electrifying evening of soulful melodies and genre-defying performances.
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Camp Invention: Wonder at Staples High School
8:45 a.m. - 2:45 p.m. — Camp Invention, Westport, CT — $315+ — Dive into a week of STEM adventures with hands-on challenges and creative problem solving.
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Foraging & Wild Food
10 a.m. — Earthplace — $30 — Explore the art of foraging with expert guidance from the Connecticut Foraging Club and discover wild food delights.
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Author Talk: Adriana Trigiani on 'The View From Lake Como'
7:00-8:30 p.m. — The Westport Library — Free entry — Join best-selling author Adriana Trigiani as she discusses her latest summer read, 'The View From Lake Como'.
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Summer Book Sale
July 25th – 29th — Pequot Library — Free entry — Discover great deals on books at one of New England's largest book sales.
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