January Property Transfers
10 Weston properties sold in January. 12 sold in the same month last year. Total sales: $16,235,528. Median sale price: $1,291,500.
On Screen: “Emilia Perez”
Susan Granger reviews the story of a swarthy, cigar-smoking, middle-aged drug kingpin who yearns to be a woman.
The Weather
Monday: Mostly sunny. High 32º, low 20º.
Tuesday: Cloudy, evening snow. High 31º, low 17º.
Wednesday: Cloudy, snow early AM and at night. High 34º, low 25º.
Schools Budget Up Less, Capital Ask Triples
The administration got the operating budget increase way down, but now-known costs raised the big-ticket sum.
On Screen: “Nickel Boys”
Susan Granger reviews the story of two Black teenagers who meet at an abusive, segregated reformatory.
Richard Wiese Elected Explorers Club President
Mr. Wiese will lead the global organization founded in 1904 that is dedicated to scientific exploration and conservation.
“An Evening in Paris,” February 14
The free event on Valentine’s Day at Lachat features an authentic French cabaret and live performances by French musicians and singers. Tickets will go fast.
Letter: School Projects and Debt
In a Letter to the Editor, Victor Escandón argues that school rebuilding decisions have been “punted” to Weston residents and that borrowing is unsustainable.
Swatting Threat Closes High School
The Weston Police describe a threat that triggered evacuation of Weston High School on Jan. 23 “in an abundance of caution.”
WIS Principal Falber to Retire
Ms. Falber will retire on June 30 after 15 years as the intermediate school principal, three decades after first being hired as a full time teacher.
Lower School Budget Request Possible
A possible change of health insurance providers could drop the requested increase to 3.4 percent. Several factors will have to cooperate.
The Blotter
A summary of recent Weston Police Department assignments or call responses and the number of occurrences.
Lyons Plain Truck Ban Nixed
A long-shot request by the Police Commission was declined by the state agency that regulates highways and roads.
Strength Training and Healthy Aging
BodyShock Studio’s Gerardo Lambert, a heart transplant recipient, knows firsthand how it feels to start strength training as you get older. (Sponsored)
Sleepaway Camps: Go with a Friend or Go Alone?
As kids consider a sleepaway camp, what are the upsides and downsides of going alone or with a friend? (Sponsored)
Reclaim Your Energy and Vitality
My Quantum Space in Westport offers a chance to reset your health with the Energy Enhancement System (EES), technology that recharges your cells. (Sponsored)
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. (Sponsored)
Why Fall is the Perfect Time to Sell
Fall is a fantastic time to consider selling your home. The market is often bustling as families look to settle into new neighborhoods before winter. (Sponsored)
Letter: Upgrades to Governance
In a Letter to the Editor, William Weiss proposes “upgrades” to Town governance in service of transparency for operations and spending.
School District Appoints Security Director
The new Weston Public School District security director is James Wiltsie, a longtime law enforcement officer and U.S. Marine Corps veteran.
Rev. Joseph A. Sidera, 82
Rev. Sidera died at Norwalk Hospital on January 12 after a short illness. A Memorial Mass will be held on January 16 at St. Francis of Assisi.
School District Requests $2.8M Increase
The district administration's proposed increase of 4.75% would be the largest in ten years, almost two thirds due to higher health insurance costs.
Pitch & Publish Conference, March 22
The conference by the Westport Writers’ Workshop is an opportunity for writers to meet literary agents and gain insight and exposure.
Police Captain, Detective Sworn In
A Town Hall ceremony marked the promotion of two veteran officers: Joe Miceli to the rank of captain and Joe Mogollon as detective.
Weston Home a National Historic Place
The house at 11 Homeward Lane, owned by Richard and Jane Wolf, was designed by “one of the leading lights of modernist architecture.”
Lamont on the State of the State
Governor Ned Lamont’s State of the State address called on legislators with a focus on affordability, opportunity, energy, healthcare, and education.
Letter: Developing the Four Corners
In a Letter to the Editor, Carter Wiseman writes about the proposal to develop property at Route 57 and Norfield Road.
A Polar Plunge at Compo
Swimmers rang in the new year with a cold dip at Compo Beach in support of Abilis, a nonprofit serving people with disabilities and their families.
Himes Encourages Blood Donations
The congressman encourages “everyone who is able” to donate, due to an emergency shortage.
Kirby Brendsel Appointed to Police Commission
Mr. Brendsel fills the seat left open by the resignation this summer of Woody Bliss.
Fire Destroys Weston Home
Fire reduced a Weston home to rubble on Thanksgiving Day despite the efforts of Weston firefighters and help from other towns over 16 hours.
Obituaries
Rev. Joseph A. Sidera, 82, died on January 12 after a short illness. Full obituary.
Joyce L. Thompson, 90, died peacefully at her home in Weston. Full obituary.
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