EcoFest, May 3
Nature and the environment take the spotlight in the free family event at Lachat Town Farm. Highlights include a live animal showcase.
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.
The Weather
Tuesday: Mostly cloudy. High 62º, low 42º.
Wednesday: Rain evening and overnight. High 57º, low 43º.
Thursday: Morning rain. High 59º, low 46º.
Budgets Clear ATBM
Easily exceeding a quorum, proposed budgets for Town operations, school operations, and capital expenditures were approved as presented.
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.
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.
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On Screen: “The Gray House”
Susan Granger reviews the miniseries about a clandestine Union spy ring that defied the Confederacy, based on a true story.
On Screen: “How to Make a Killing”
Susan Granger reviews the story of a man who decides to retrieve a lost family fortune by killing his way up the family tree.
“Go Blue Day” for Weston Police
The police joined members of the Human Services Council in support of National Child Abuse Prevention Month.
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.
The Blotter
A summary of recent Weston Police Department assignments or call responses and the number of occurrences.
KMS Team Presents …
This home offers comfort and grace with refined architectural details, generously sized rooms, and fine finishes that enhance the home throughout.
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.
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.
Guest Essay: The Board of Finance Budget
Board of Finance chair Michael Imber writes about the revised FY 2027 budget to be presented at the ATBM on April 22.
Letter: A Missed Opportunity
In a Letter to the Editor, a view from three members of the Weston Board of Finance that an opportunity for tax relief was missed this year.
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.
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.
March Property Transfers
Four Weston properties sold in March. Eight sold in the same month last year. Total sales: $3,465,000. Median sale price: $815,000.
Rescued Hawk Free as a Bird
Members of Weston Kiwanis looked on as a red-tailed hawk restored to good health at Wildlife in Crisis was released back into the wild.
Women’s Club of Weston Turns 60
The social club was founded in 1966 by a group of six local women. The club, now with 82 members, offers an array of activities.
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 a view that the schools budget is “wasteful” and a call to mobilize against gas-powered leaf blowers.
Obituaries
Recent obituaries include Dr. Arnold Benton, 93, Jim Lomuscio, 71, Joan Henderson, 93, and Walter Vincent Hayes, Jr., 78.
