Friday: Mostly sunny and pleasant, with a high of 71 and low of 46 degrees.
Saturday: Sunny to partly cloudy, temps: high: 69, low: 50.
Sunday: Some rain in the afternoon, with a high of 65 and low of 58 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
1. Westport 2026 Election Voter Guide: Candidates, Voting Information (patch.com) — Westport voters are getting ready for the Nov. 3, 2026 election, with details on early voting at Town Hall, same-day registration options, and how to obtain absentee ballots. Residents can review a full list of candidates for governor, Congress, and key state and local offices that directly represent Westport, along with links to official resources for polling places and registration.
2. Scarice named superintendent of the year (westportjournal.com) — Westport's superintendent Thomas Scarice has been named the 2026 National Superintendent of the Year, highlighting the local district's work in technology, AI, and student support. National education leaders praised Westport Public Schools as a model for responsible AI use, strategic planning, and post-pandemic recovery, reflecting positively on the experience of families and staff in town.
3. American Horticultural Society announces grant recipients (ope-plus.com) — A Westport-based nonprofit, Aspetuck Land Trust, has received an $8,000 American Horticultural Society grant to help create a public sensory garden in Baldwin Plaza in downtown Bridgeport. This regional project gives Westport residents another nearby green space focused on accessibility, wellness, and hands-on plant experiences, while spotlighting the impact of a local conservation group.
4. Three years since Oct. 7: former IDF chief Herzi Halevi coming to Westport (westportjournal.com) — Westport residents will have a chance to hear former IDF chief Lt. Gen. Herzi Halevi in person on November 2 at a community conversation hosted by Chabad of Westport. The evening program, with an optional VIP reception, requires advance registration, and the exact local venue will be shared only with confirmed attendees for security reasons.
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