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Greetings Westport! Your go-to source for what's happening in town is here. Stay in the loop and read on. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • What big spending and sewer changes are before Westport's selectmen Wednesday?
  • What national honors just spotlighted Westport's school leadership?
  • Why was the 26th State Senate debate in Westport suddenly canceled?

Also on today's calendar: UU Westport Celebrates Indigenous People: Sunday Service 10 AM and 19 more events.

Today's riddle: What do you call somebody who crosses the ocean twice and doesn't take a bath? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Sunday: Tropical Rainstorm Isaias, with a high of 61 and low of 54 degrees.
  • Monday: Warmer; a shower in the a.m., temps: high: 73, low: 53.
  • Tuesday: A passing afternoon shower, with a high of 71 and low of 61 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Westport Selectmen To Consider $325K Wakeman Farm Contract, Land Use Planning Agreement (patch.com) — Westport's Board of Selectmen will weigh a $325,500 Wakeman Town Farm barn contract, key sewer and traffic changes, and planning work for the 2027 conservation and development plan at its Oct. 14 meeting. Residents can attend at Town Hall or watch remotely, and may email comments in advance on issues like Riverside Avenue striping, Hiawatha Lane sewer acceptance, and a Ford Road drainage easement.
   

• Westport's Superintendent Of Schools Wins National Awards (patch.com) — Westport's superintendent of schools, Tom Scarice, has earned major national recognition, including Superintendent of the Year and a Technology and AI Award for his leadership. Local education leaders say the honors reflect his focus on strong student outcomes, support for teachers, and careful, responsible use of artificial intelligence across Westport Public Schools.
   

• Canceled: Tuesday's debate for 26th State Senate District candidates (westportjournal.com) — A planned debate in Westport for candidates in Connecticut's 26th State Senate District has been canceled after Republican Alma Sarelli declined to participate, leaving only Democrat Sam Nestor confirmed. The League of Women Voters of Westport and partners say their rules require at least two candidates, and note they'd spent months organizing forums to help voters across the district make informed choices this November.
   

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  • The Most Expensive Listing in Norwalk, Connecticut—Chock Full of Wellness Amenities—Lists for $24 Million (mansionglobal.com)
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  • CT Culture Corner: 'Full House' stars, body snatching and 'Dracula' on stage (ctpost.com)

Fairfield

  • Fairfield Zoning Commission To Hear 140-Unit Housing Proposal, Sacred Heart Athletic Field Plans (patch.com)

Bridgeport

  • Bridgeport Police Urge Traffic Safety After 3 Fatal Crashes (patch.com)
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Ok Westport! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: "What do you call somebody who crosses the ocean twice and doesn't take a bath?" — A dirty double crosser ! (Thank you Theresia F. for sending it in!)
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