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Saturday, December 13th, 2025
Good morning, Westport. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 13th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Westport Country Playhouse stages 'A Sherlock Carol' Dec. 13 to 21 with donation drop-offs for local charities, including the food pantry and toy drives. Westport Swim Club holds tryouts for grades 2 through 8 Dec. 15 to Jan. 11. 06880
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Santa will dive in the shark tank at the Maritime Aquarium at Norwalk today and on Dec. 23, 24, and 26. Guests can watch him through 4-inch thick windows + enjoy free admission with entry. The Hour
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ UConn begins sending early decision notifications late today + over the weekend to applicants for the Class of 2030. Accepted students must commit by Jan. 15 while others will be considered in the regular cycle starting early March. CTPost
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Sustainable Westport has released its 2025 scorecard that details how programs like Your Yard Our Climate and HeatSmart Westport engaged hundreds in eco-friendly practices. The nonprofit will launch more initiatives next year to reach its Net Zero by 2050 goal. 06880
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Gov. Lamont ordered flags to be flown at half-staff from sunrise to sunset on Sunday to honor the Sandy Hook victims (20 children, six educators) on the 13th anniversary of the tragedy; state buildings will display lowered flags and residents are encouraged to follow. CTPost
- ➤ Connecticut lawmakers allocated $70 million from a contingency fund to shield 100,000+ Access Health CT families from rising costs, requiring residents to sign up online by Monday for coverage that will end when the funds expire at the end of 2026. WFSB
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Connecticut health officials reported the state's first measles case in four years when an unvaccinated child from Fairfield County became ill after international travel on Wednesday — they stressed that timely MMR vaccination protects children and vulnerable residents. CTPost
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ A four-story building with 68 units on Post Road West is nearing completion as The Rivershouse. The developer said the building will show in April, finish in May, and welcome tenants by June or July, featuring river and town views and amenities like a club room and gym. The Hour
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Sheehan, the No. 5-ranked team — known for their comeback spirit — rallied from a double-digit deficit to beat Fairfield Warde 39-35 on Friday, Dec. 12 in Fairfield. Megan Wresien led with key plays as the CIAC girls basketball season got underway. CTPost
- ➤ The UConn men's basketball team finished its non-conference slate with a 71-63 win over Texas at PeoplesBank Arena on Friday night, with freshman Braylon Mullins shining on court. The Huskies improved to 10-1 overall and will host Butler Tuesday in Hartford. CTPost
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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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Battle of the Bands Competition
7-11 p.m. — The Westport Library — $500 grand prize — Cheer on Fairfield County's top teen and college bands as they compete for the title.
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