Music on the Green, May 31
The Silver Steel Drum Band performs high-energy, danceable tropical beats at a new event from the Weston Commission for the Arts.
TNC Seeks Trail Adopters
The Nature Conservancy is looking for volunteers who will help care for the 20 miles of trails at Devil’s Den.
The Weather
Tuesday: Sunny. High 63º, low 41º.
Wednesday: Cloudy. High 61º, low 47º.
Thursday: Rain. High 60º, low 52º.
Event Highlights
Upcoming events include an inspiring Ukrainian documentary, a colonial encampment, opera, an artist reception, and new Music in the Meadow.
On Screen: “Snowpiercer”
Susan Granger reviews the post-apocalyptic series set on a bullet train circling the planet for years.
On Screen: “Michael”
A commentary by Susan Granger on the biopic that chronicles the life of Michael Jackson until 1988, positioned as an overdue celebration.
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April Property Transfers
Seven Weston properties sold in April. Eight sold in the same month last year. Total sales: $13,901,620. Median sale price: $1.65 million.
Dr. Deborah Mayer, 78
Dr. Mayer passed away peacefully on April 30. A service to honor her life will be held at Norfield Church on Sunday, May 31, at 12:00 pm.
Budgets Approved by Referendum
Weston voters approved budgets for operating the Town and school district and for capital expenditures. A 2.8% mill rate increase is expected.
Joseph Coogan Jr., 89
Mr. Coogan died peacefully on February 5 at home in Weston. A Celebration of Life takes place at Norfield Congregational Church on June 13.
The Blotter
A summary of recent Weston Police Department assignments or call responses and the number of occurrences.
Millie Best Award to Michael Aitkenhead
The award by Weston Kiwanis was presented to Mr. Aitkenhead, a WHS teacher and key figure in environmental initiatives.
Lightning Talks with Connecticut Children’s
On May 21, an evening of dynamic conversation with experts on topics affecting children and families.
Presenting 76 Lords Hwy.
The Bross Chingas Bross Team presents a landmark estate that has come to market, capturing the essence of refined country living.
Electric Bills to Drop
Residential rates go down on May 1, as the public benefits charge becomes a credit due to locked-in prices for nuclear energy agreed in 2019.
Budgets Clear ATBM
Easily exceeding a quorum, proposed budgets for Town operations, school operations, and capital expenditures were approved as presented.
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.
Letter: Guns Shatter Lives
In a Letter to the Editor, a view that grievances cannot be settled with guns, and “thoughts and prayers” are not sufficient.
Himes on the Issues
America’s economy is “remarkable,” said Rep. Himes. But he is concerned about how AI will impact the middle class, and about elections.
Lamont on Energy, Healthcare, and More
The governor’s talk and Q&A, part of a Chamber of Commerce speaker series, also covered the impact of federal cuts on the state.
In Focus: Charter Revision
Draft recommendations for changes to Weston’s Charter include the budget approval process and party representation on Town boards.
Artists Call: Works for the 250th
Artists are invited to submit works for a July exhibition at the Weston Public Library titled “Weston Celebrates America 250.”
Over to Town Hall: Middle School Studies
Making no specific requests, the BOE voted only to send reports, concepts, estimates and timelines to other boards.
Middle School Estimates Drop
Revised estimates came in about 10 percent lower, with a slight advantage to a new building but a significant disadvantage in Weston’s share of costs.
Samantha Nestor Declares for State Senate
Ms. Nestor said she would bring to the legislature a town leader’s perspective on the challenges facing the 26th State Senate district.
Judge Wexler Seeks Reelection
First elected in 2013, Westport-Weston Probate Court Judge Lisa Wexler will seek another four-year term in the November election.
To the Editor …
Recent Letters to the Editor include views on gun violence, the Town and school district budgets, and gas-powered leaf blowers.
Obituaries
Recent obituaries include Dr. Deborah Mayer, 78, Joseph Coogan Jr., 89, Dr. Arnold Benton, 93, and Jim Lomuscio, 71.
