In Focus: Charter Revision
Draft recommendations for changes to Weston’s Charter include the budget approval process and party representation on Town boards.
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.
The Weather
Thursday: Mostly cloudy. High 82º, low 62º.
Friday: Mostly sunny. High 76º, low 61º.
Saturday: Mostly cloudy. High 64º, low 50º.
Rep. Himes Speaks, April 18
Mr. Himes will speak and answer questions at the weekly Kiwanis Club meeting in the Norfield Church parish hall. All are welcome.
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.”
“Doors of Weston,” April 19
Images by fine art photographer Julie O’Connor tell the story of Weston and community, nature and art over the course of three centuries.
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On Screen: “Man on the Inside”
Susan Granger reviews the sitcom about a lonely widower and former professor reinvented as an amateur private detective.
On Screen: “Starfleet Academy”
Susan Granger is not a fan of the newest addition to the “Star Trek” franchise, set in the aftermath of a galaxy-wide catastrophe.
Drug Take Back Day, April 25
A drop box in the Police lobby is a safe, convenient, and responsible way to dispose of unwanted or expired medications.
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.
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.
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.
Presenting 103 Good Hill Road
Recently sold by Pamela Cornfield of the Bross Chingas Bross Team, this estate blends modern luxury with timeless craftsmanship.
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.
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.
Arnold Jerome Benton, 93
Dr. Benton, a psychiatrist and longtime Weston resident, died peacefully in his sleep at home on March 25 after a long illness.
Scenes from “No Kings” in Westport
In one of about 3,300 nationwide protests, marchers gathered on the Ruth Steinkraus Cohen Bridge, on the Post Road, and at Jesup Green.
On Point: ACL Tears in Teen Girls
In our seven-minute video interview, Dr. Nirav Pandya discusses the “explosion” of these serious injuries, why girls are at high risk, and how to prevent them.
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.
Child Reports Suspicious Incident
Weston Police report that a child getting off a school bus on March 18 was offered money by an unknown male to get into a black SUV.
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.
BOE Consensus: Build New
Consensus on the school board is that it makes more sense to build a new middle school than to renovate. Either way, costs are “astounding.”
Valedictorian, Salutatorian Named
Angela Zhao and Maximilian Rutkowski have been named Valedictorian and Salutatorian of the Weston High School class of 2026.
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.
