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Thursday, August 14th, 2025
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Good morning, Westport. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 14th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Westport residents have many events as Rotary Club LobsterFest tickets go on sale Friday at 10 a.m. for a fundraiser on September 20 and Human Services launches its back-to-school donations, while Colin Quinn will perform at Westport Country Playhouse on October 9 and Blau House & Gardens presents Sunday concerts ahead of the lifeguard season ending at Burying Hill Beach on August 17. A justice of the peace scam alert, a report on a failing home at Maple Avenue South and news of a Westport native noting a CNN interview with Stew Leonard Jr.—who mentioned a Yankee Stadium pitch—add to the community updates. 06880
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Wakeman Town Farm — a local farm — is launching fall kids’ programs that mix cooking, art, and gardening lessons to help children explore farm life, and registration is now open with spots expected to fill quickly. Westport Journal
- ➤ Kristin Beirne (47) was a beloved Westport teacher who served over 20 years at Bedford Middle School and died after a long illness. She also coached and was inducted into the Connecticut Girls Soccer Coaches Association Hall of Fame in 2015. News 12 Connecticut
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Historic District Commission approved a study to designate six town-owned bridges as historic during a second public hearing that saw no public comment. The study now sets the stage for the bridges to become a town ordinance at a future Representative Town Meeting—any changes will need a certificate to protect public safety. Westport Journal
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ A local garden guide explains how Westport residents can grow plumeria (a tropical plant with fragrant blooms) by selecting varieties that work in cooler weather. The guide advises that these plants, which become dormant in winter, may not bloom reliably unless gardeners choose heat-tolerant types (such as Jungle Jack's Divine). News 12 Connecticut
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Connecticut native Stew Leonard Jr., president and CEO of Stew Leonard’s, threw a ceremonial first pitch Tuesday night at Yankee Stadium for the Yankees game against the Twins; he clutched a No. 38 pinstripe jersey given in memory of his late son — a tribute that led to a water safety foundation funding free swim lessons. CTPost
- ➤ Connecticut teams have a long tradition at the Little League Baseball World Series with 21 teams playing and 4 championships won—including Trumbull National’s memorable 1989 title. Fairfield National will become the 22nd team when it opens play Wednesday night against Lamar Little League at Howard J. Lamade Stadium—continuing the state’s rich legacy in the tournament. CTPost
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Josh Ritter Concert
7:00-8:30 p.m. — Levitt Pavilion — Enjoy an evening of heartfelt music from a talented singer-songwriter.
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