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Also on today's calendar: Cruel Summer: a back-to-school concert featuring hits by Taylor Swift, Ariana Grande and more! and 9 more events.
Today's riddle: How fast is milk when you pour it? 🤔 (Answer below!)
1. Westport police use Flock cameras with privacy safeguards, town says (westportjournal.com) — Westport is relying on 20 Flock license plate readers that police say help recover stolen cars and weapons, while promising strict privacy safeguards and 21-day data deletion. Local officials, residents, the ACLU and Gov. Ned Lamont all weigh in, highlighting a live debate over how much surveillance Westport should accept to boost public safety.
2. Board of Education sets graduation date, student rep (westportjournal.com) — Westport's Board of Education has set Staples High School's Class of 2027 graduation for Wednesday, June 9, with June 10 as the rain date, and the school year starting August 25. The board also welcomed new student representative Justin Jendrock, accepted booster-funded coaching stipends for fall sports, and heard updates on major Staples security and auditorium renovations nearing completion.
3. Westport Farmers' Market celebrates its 20th season (westportjournal.com) — Westport's long-running Farmers' Market is marking its 20th season, with more than 50 vendors drawing thousands of visitors each Thursday at 50 Imperial Avenue through November 5. Founded in 2006 by Paul Newman and chef Michel Nischan, the market has grown into a nonprofit that partners with Staples High School and Food Rescue US to support local families and reduce food waste.
4. Photo Challenge #608 (06880danwoog.com) — A new "Photo Challenge" invites you to identify a specific spot in Westport, following last week's successful guesses of the Westport Woman's Club's patio entrance. Regulars of town-wide events like the Yankee Doodle Fair may have an edge, but all residents are encouraged to test their local knowledge and join the fun.
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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: It's "Pasturized" before you know it! (Thank you Judy M. for sending it in!)
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