Westport
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Thursday, November 20th, 2025
Good morning, Westport. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 20th of November.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Yesterday, Westport resident Jay Norris introduced ThoughtPartnr—an AI platform using local data to help small businesses streamline operations and plan growth at the Chamber meeting. Chamber members will get free access to the tool through the end of 2026 while a national rollout is planned. 06880
- ➤ Pratt and Whitney—one of Connecticut's largest employers—secured a $1.1 billion U.S. government contract for work on F100 engine parts for fighter jets that was delayed in posting due to the government shutdown. CT Insider
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ A variety of holiday shows are scheduled across Connecticut this season, featuring ballets, concerts, and musicals from November through December. Westport Country Playhouse will present A Sherlock Carol from Dec. 13 to Dec. 21 — one of many festive productions offering entertainment statewide. CT Insider
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Connecticut police warn parents that new e-bike laws went into effect October 1 and now require e-bikes with motors over 750 watts to be treated as motor driven cycles needing a driver’s license; all riders must wear helmets. Officials and local sales experts say rising serious bicycle accidents and increasing teen purchases mean parents should research options and act fast+ plan carefully for holiday gift choices. WFSB
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Staples High juniors founded a Health Tech Initiative Club to track lead levels in local waterways that exceed the EPA standard of 15 parts per billion. They plan to distribute free test kits and set up stations at Staples High and Westport Library — seeking community support and legislative change. 06880
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ According to GametimeCT calculations, 26 teams have unofficially clinched playoff berths in CIAC football after 10 weeks of play—remaining spots will depend on bonus points from upcoming games. Several teams have already locked in home games while others await decisive victories to finalize their seedings. CTPost
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Silvermine Holiday Sale & Fundraiser
5-8 p.m. — Silvermine Arts Center — Free entry — Discover unique handmade gifts and enjoy festive fun as you kick off the holiday season.
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CraftWestport 2025
10 a.m. – 5 p.m. — Staples High School — $0 - $13 — Explore unique crafts and artwork from 175 American artists and makers at this vibrant shopping event.
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44th Annual Production of The Nutcracker
1-3 p.m. — Staples High School — $35 — Experience the joy of a timeless holiday ballet featuring talented Academy students and professional dancers.
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