Good morning, Westport.

Pink Aid has launched the Visionary Circle this summer to help cover every woman's extra costs during treatment by using rapid grants and corporate partnerships.

Nearly two dozen local and national women, led by Westport mom Kaile Zagger, meet monthly to raise funds + expand support for families.

This Saturday (Oct. 10), Jesup Green will host a Pumpkin Painting event where kids can paint pumpkins, meet children’s authors, play games, and pick up free oak saplings from Westport Book Shop, Earthplace, and the Westport Tree Board.

Homeowners should move light plants indoors or cover them with a sheet to protect fall mums and garden vegetables as frost may hit Connecticut tonight (11 p.m. frost advisory from the National Weather Service), experts say to prevent overnight damage.

Gov. Ned Lamont announced the SBA approved a disaster declaration for Fairfield County and nearby counties after Sept.

13 flooding, allowing low-interest loans for home repairs, personal property replacement, and business recovery; a temporary outreach center opens today at Bridgeport’s Margaret E. Morton Government Center to assist with applications.

Hospitals across Connecticut are reporting more patients with flu symptoms as cold and flu season begins today; health officials urge Westport residents to get vaccinated early to protect themselves (especially those at higher risk).

Local officials are considering a project to build 18 affordable homes for families at 96 Compo Road N after Richard Freedman said Westport is an ideal location, with further planning expected soon.

UConn announced its full 2026-2027 women’s basketball schedule today, with games set from Oct.

12 through Feb. 28. The schedule shows home games in Connecticut along with road games and varied TV networks such as FS1 and Peacock.

UConn has finalized its basketball schedule with tip times and TV channels announced by the Big East Conference.

The games will air on Fox, NBC, Peacock + others, with the first game set for Tuesday, Oct. 13 at Mohegan.