Ukrainian Musicians to Perform
On March 5, Ukrainian pianist Ruslan Ramazanov performs with Teryn Kuzma, benefitting Ukraine Aid International.
On Screen: “The RIP”
Susan Granger reviews Ben Affleck and Matt Damon reunited in a heist thriller where an elite narcotics unit is under investigation.
The Weather
Thursday: Sunny. High 20º, low 4º.
Friday: Sunny. High 14º, low 0º.
Saturday: Mostly sunny. High 19º, low 0º.
On Screen: “Landman”
Susan Granger reviews the series about a roughneck turned oil executive managing crisis after crisis in the oil-rich West Texas basin.
“Unhired Hands,” February 1
The program of storytelling and poetry by David Mills explores the history of slavery in the North during the Colonial era.
An Urgent Appeal for Blood Donors
Blood is in short supply as donations are sharply down due to severe weather and “the worst flu season our state has had in two decades.”
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North House HVAC Moves Forward
A $600,000 appropriation puts in motion long-delayed air quality improvements at Hurlbutt’s North House at a total cost of $2.4 million.
eesmarts Student Contest Opens
In the contest, students in grades K-12 submit projects demonstraing the benefits of efficient and renewable energy.
History Through a Lens
Students in third to sixth grade can learn about history, the early days of photography, and create a story about images from the past.
Food Drive a Success
Despite cold weather and steady snow, “volunteers showed up big time to help Westonites” with donations for the Weston Food Pantry.
The Blotter
A summary of recent Weston Police Department assignments or call responses and the number of occurrences.
KMS Team Presents …
This newly priced home blends privacy, style, and location with a basketball court, side deck and a pool, all surrounded by lush landscaping.
Traveling in 2026: Part 2
There are few travel experiences that can showcase the scale, wonder and majesty of nature as well as our 50th state, Alaska.
Presenting 103 Good Hill Road
Presented by Bross Chingas Bross, this two-acre estate is a designer’s dream, a seamless blend of modern luxury with timeless craftsmanship.
What the Future of AI Means
AI is moving from screens into the physical world. This is no longer a sci-fi thought experiment. It is an investment theme and a reality.
Natural Deodorant: Does It Actually Work?
When your kid goes from school to practice to a car ride and then straight into homework, deodorant matters.
Why “Dryer Vent Cleaning” Isn’t Enough
Cleaning is an important part of dryer vent servicing, but our work involves much more. Safety and efficiency is our goal.
School District Asks 3.92% Increase
Two factors account for almost all of a requested $2.4 million operating increase: salaries up 4.11%, net health insurance up $1 million.
Thrive with Movement, at the Senior Center
The program provides education and exercise training for those with balance issues, mobility challenges, or Parkinson’s disease.
Joan Henderson, 93
Ms. Henderson passed away peacefully in Newport on January 4. She had several roles as a professional nurse, including at Norfield Church.
Letter: Another “Wasteful” Schools Budget
In a Letter to the Editor, a view of “yet another year of WPS over-budgeting and wasteful spending.”
December Property Transfers
21 Weston properties sold in December. 16 sold in the same month a year ago. Total sales: $27,522,000. Median sale price: $1.3 million.
Himes on Venezuela
Nicolás Maduro “is an illegitimate ruler,” says Mr. Himes, but he sees no evidence justifying military action without Congressional authorization.
Siversk Falls
Weston’s sister city of Siversk, Ukraine has fallen into Russian hands following the withdrawal of Ukrainian troops announced by the military general staff last week.
Middle School Study to Proceed
An in-depth follow-up engineering assessment of Weston Middle School may resolve lingering questions about renovating or building new.
Weston Middle School Back in Focus
Building new or renovating TBD, but the Board of Education aims at a June grant deadline and a November referendum.
To the Editor …
Recent Letters to the Editor include a call to mobilize on gas-powered leaf blowers and advice about switching from T-Mobile.
Obituaries
Recent obituaries include Joan Henderson, 93, Walter Vincent Hayes, Jr., 78, Burton Albert, Jr., 89, and Lisa Flanagan, 66.
