The Cabaret Theatre has closed its doors after more than 40 years in downtown Bridgeport, bringing an end to a longtime fixture in the city’s arts community. While the venue is closing, its Theatre for Young Audiences productions will continue at a new location, ensuring children’s programming will go on.
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Postpartum depression is one of the most common complications of childbirth, affecting mothers across all backgrounds. Experts say increased awareness and access to care can help women recognize symptoms and seek treatment sooner.
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Stepping Stones Museum for Children in Norwalk is encouraging hands-on learning for young children through interactive exhibits focused on science, art and discovery. The museum has been in operation for 26 years and aims to support early childhood development by offering play-based educational experiences for families across Fairfield County.
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U.S. Sen. Richard Blumenthal warned Sacred Heart University students about the dangers of sports betting and its growing impact on young adults. Blumenthal said gambling companies target college-age users through aggressive advertising and mobile apps, and he called for stronger consumer protections and federal oversight.
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Last year, President Trump signed the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, a law that changes rules for higher education. It led the U.S. Department of Education to update what counts as a “professional” degree, affecting schools and students across the country.
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Roger S.H. Schulman, the BAFTA-winning and Oscar-nominated co-writer of Shrek, discussed his Hollywood career in a conversation with Sacred Heart University Associate Teaching Professor Todd Barnes at The Westport Library. Schulman shared insights into the making of the animated film, the craft of screenwriting, and the lessons he has learned from a career spanning journalism, film, […]
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At Sacred Heart University, the Pioneers are living up to their name, blazing a trail as the school’s first women’s flag football team. As they prepare for their inaugural season, excitement is building on and off the field.
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Christine Vitale, First Selectwoman of Fairfield, Connecticut, has been re-elected and says her term will focus on improving local governance, enhancing public services, and launching initiatives to support the community.
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FCN examines the growing anxiety among students and parents as repeated incidents of school violence and fake threats spread across social media. The story highlights the impact on students’ mental health, new safety protocols, and how Connecticut has strengthened its response since the tragedy at Sandy Hook Elementary School.
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Amie Varano, a former Sacred Heart University women’s ice hockey captain and 2017 graduate, competed for Italy at the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan. She is the first player in Sacred Heart women’s ice hockey history to reach the Games, as Italy earned its first Olympic wins and a quarterfinal berth.
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