Westport
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Wednesday, December 17th, 2025
Good morning, Westport. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 17th of December.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Local Lebanese fast-casual restaurant NAYA will open its second Connecticut location in Westport on Dec. 17 — offering the first 50 guests a free bowl or roll plus a tote bag, with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Dec. 22 at 10:30 a.m. CTPost
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Westport Library will host the 20th annual MLK Day celebration on Saturday, Jan. 17 at 1 p.m. where renowned journalist Jelani Cobb will engage in conversation with local resident Trey Ellis to honor Dr. King's legacy. 06880
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Metro-North will change ticketing policies on January 4, with one-way tickets and new day passes expiring at 4 a.m. the day after purchase; the update also adds a $2 fee for unactivated digital tickets and a $1 fare for children ages 5 to 17 when traveling with an adult. WFSB
- ➤ The United States Postal Service said heavy snowfall that blocks mailbox access could delay mail delivery, so residents are urged to clear snow from curbs and walkways. District manager Josh Balcunas advised these steps to keep delivery routes safe for postal workers. WFSB
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Jeff Kimball, president of Empower Healing Center, shared practical tips for friends and family to support grieving neighbors during the holidays. He urged a gentle, respectful approach that values presence & inclusion to help those feeling isolated. 06880
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Darien leads the GametimeCT 2025—26 boys hockey preseason poll after winning its first Division I title since 2016, earning 10 out of 11 first—place votes. The poll ranks New Canaan second and features six other teams in a tight preseason race. 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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