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Also on today's calendar: Two Great Artists Collective of Westport Events in One Evening! and 12 more events.
Today's riddle: What did the boy say when his dog fell off the cliff? 🤔 (Answer below!)
Weather forecast:
1. Darien Parks & Recreation Announces '2026 Summer Sunset Series' Lineup (patch.com) — Darien residents can look forward to a full 2026 Summer Sunset Series, with concerts, fireworks, food trucks and an end-of-summer luau at favorite local spots like Pear Tree Point Beach, Tilley Pond Park and Weed Beach. The series runs from late June through August, and Parks & Recreation is also seeking local sponsors to support the events.
2. Luxury Car Stolen From Darien: Police (patch.com) — Darien police say a high-end Bentley Continental was stolen from a Long Neck Point Road driveway after being left unlocked with the keys inside, then recovered the next day in Wallingford. Officers are again urging Darien residents to lock their vehicles and remove keys to reduce the risk of similar thefts.
3. Recent Death Notices From Darien: April 8 To May 27, 2026 (patch.com) — Darien families are mourning several longtime residents whose lives were deeply rooted in town institutions, from Darien High School to the YMCA and Weed Beach. Recent death notices honor Anne Virginia Weed Frate, Norah Delia Gallagher, Elisa Brunetto, and John Bessom Ward, briefly highlighting their careers, community ties, and favorite pastimes.
4. What we learned in 1st round of CIAC boys lacrosse tournaments: Top 10 teams, higher seeds advance (nhregister.com) — Darien boys lacrosse has advanced comfortably in the CIAC state tournament, setting up a Class LL quarterfinal rematch at home against Ridgefield after a dominant 25-1 win over Montville. The roundup highlights how higher seeds, including Darien, largely cruised through the first round and spotlights standout performances from players across Connecticut.
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