Westport
Daily News
Tuesday, November 25th, 2025
Good morning, Westport. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 25th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Westport’s 5th annual Holiday Stroll will take place on December 6 from 4 to 7 p.m. on Main Street with family-friendly activities and local merchant promotions—more than 50 vendors offering deals and fun for all ages. Meanwhile, Homes with Hope provided Thanksgiving meals to over 2,500 residents, high school volunteers managed sold-out ticket sales for a local production of Les Mis, and Wheels2U will offer rides on Wednesday and Friday to help community members get to and from the train station. 06880
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Eversource Energy officials announced plans to seek a $64 million water rate increase for Aquarion customers next year & Attorney General William Tong said he would review the request to ensure that families do not pay extra. The company is evaluating its next steps after state utility regulators previously rejected its plan to sell Aquarion. The Hour
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Susan Granger reviewed the Broadway musical The Queen of Versailles which stars Kristin Chenoweth and shows rich socialite Jackie Siegel building a giant home. She said the show lasts 2 hours 40 minutes & mixes funny moments with fancy design. Westport Journal
- ➤ Connecticut has been the filming location for over 20 holiday films from Hallmark, Netflix and Lifetime— including Holiday Touchdown: A Buffalo Bills Love Story starring Wilton’s Joe Pantoliano. The tourism office set up a Christmas Movie Trail with 22 spots to show the state’s long history in holiday movies. CT Insider
- ➤ The Connecticut Office of Statewide Marketing & Tourism is hosting a giveaway to celebrate the one-year anniversary of the Connecticut Christmas Movie Trail. The contest runs from Nov. 24 through Dec. 22 and the prize includes a one-night stay at Captain's Mansion in Mystic + a $100 dining card to Friar Tuck's Tavern, while fans enter by posting photos or videos with #CTChristmasMovieTrail on social media. CTPost
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Connecticut high school football games kick off today and continue through November 27th with scheduled game times and planned score updates—coaches must email game summaries and top performer stats soon after their matchups. The detailed schedule covers multiple leagues and special cups across the state. CTPost
- ➤ The UConn women's basketball team improved its ranking in the AP poll after wins over Michigan and Utah — earning 30 of 32 first-place votes. Azzi Fudd scored 31 points in the win over Michigan as the Huskies reached 101 consecutive wins against first-time opponents. 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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The Nutcracker: Annual Production
2-4 p.m. — Staples High School — $35 — Experience a holiday classic performed by talented Academy students and professionals.
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