sports
Dates Covered: Jan. 17–30, 2026 High School Roundup: Statement Wins and Tight Races Across Fairfield In boys basketball, Fairfield Ludlowe continued to set the standard in the FCIAC East. Ludlowe closed the window with a decisive 63–45 win over St. Joseph on Jan. 27, a game that showcased
Formal applications may be filed starting Feb. 2, with hearings expected in March. Why it matters: This is the final administrative opportunity to challenge an assessment before tax bills are set. Fairfield homeowners who believe their revaluation assessments are inaccurate will be able to file formal appeals beginning Monday, Feb.
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Voters choose a First Selectperson on Tuesday as the town enters the final setup phase of budget season. Why it matters: The winner will immediately shape the FY2027 budget proposal and the mill-rate path that follows revaluation. Fairfield voters will go to the polls on Tuesday, Feb. 3, 2026, to
music
(Publication date: January 25, 2026) The Greyboy Allstars The Warehouse at Fairfield Theatre Company 70 Sanford Street, Fairfield, CT 06824 March 5, 2026 Acid jazz, soul-jazz, groove logic The Greyboy Allstars will do what good groove bands do: make virtuosity feel like a side effect of good taste. The organ-and-guitar
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Covering games and standings from January 6–January 20, 2026 January Tightens the Screws as Fairfield Programs Trade Blows in League Play Close finishes, late pushes, and shifting league positions defined the past two weeks across town. Mid-January delivered the familiar grind across local gyms and rinks, where small runs
events
The period from Jan. 30 through Feb. 5, 2026 includes a concentrated run of ticketed music and theatre programming, plus two major Quick Center dates that are likely to draw a regional audience. The listings below include only events with verified dates and start times within the stated range. Dylan
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Voters will choose a First Selectperson on Feb. 3, with the winner immediately responsible for proposing the town’s next municipal budget. Why it matters: The election outcome will affect spending, taxes, and administrative priorities during the upcoming budget cycle. Fairfield will hold a special election on Tuesday, Feb. 3,
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The Town Plan and Zoning Commission has added recurring planning sessions focused on zoning regulations separate from project reviews. Why it matters: Zoning rule changes affect housing, development, and land use across Fairfield, and the new schedule clarifies when policy work occurs. The Town Plan and Zoning Commission began a
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Town officials have begun revisiting housing policy, but no proposals or decisions have been introduced as of Jan. 25. What this is: Fairfield is reviewing housing policy as part of ongoing planning and zoning work, including how local rules align with state housing requirements and long-term development goals. Why it
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Homeowners who missed Fairfield’s informal hearing deadline still have an opportunity to challenge property assessments through a formal appeal process. Why it matters: Property assessments influence tax bills, and the remaining appeal window is limited. Fairfield completed its state-mandated property revaluation in December 2025, and the deadline to request
food
The Cottage (Westport) Tier: Mid-Tier / Higher Address: 44 Church Street, Westport, CT Hours: Dinner nightly; lunch and brunch on select days Hours listed as of publication; verify before visiting. The Cottage is a professional restaurant built for repeat visits rather than special occasions. The room is calm, the lighting controlled,