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Washington, Connecticut offers “Gilmore Girls” fans a glimpse into what life would be like in Stars Hollow, showcasing its businesses, history and camaraderie.

Washington, Connecticut transports fans to “Gilmore Girls” universe

Julia Herlyn ’23, Editor-in-Chief May 27, 2021

The 2000s hit show, “Gilmore Girls,” is set in the quaint, fictional town of Stars Hollow, Connecticut--adored for its close-knit community, quirky businesses and New England charm. Although Stars...

The Porch is preparing to finish cleaning up and renovating the Westport building in time for an opening in mid-May.

The excitement

May 27, 2021

“When you walk in, I mean, if you've seen it before, I think it looks totally different,” Pecoriello said. “So again, we tried to keep what was charming about it. We hope people see that we kept...

Preparations ensue for the impending opening date of the Porch, repairing the kitchen among the most prominent.

The process

May 27, 2021

The Pecoriello’s focus on local business fits into their broader goal of creating a space for the entire Westport community. They’ve added a sound system, entertaining the idea of an acoustic guitar...

Andrea Pecoriello works through a spacing issue for the buckets of penny candy she hopes to bring into The Porch. She refuses to give up on her ambitions to create her dream country store.

The mission

May 27, 2021

In addition, some of the employees for the Remarkable Theater also work at Sweet P Bakery or will be working at The Porch. “We do have a similar mission. That's what binds us together,” Pecoriello...

Andrea Pecoriello discusses construction and renovation plans in an unfinished The Porch.

The inspiration

May 27, 2021

“This property just felt so right for what we wanted to do,” Andrea Pecoriello said. “People love it and have wonderful memories of it, and we wanted to restore it so that the next generation could...

Andrea and Bill Pecoriello (Andrea, right; Bill, left) are the owners of The Porch at Christies, a new Westport restaurant at 161 Cross Highway, the former location of restaurants Christies and Chefs Table.

Bringing back the classics

May 27, 2021

Situated at a recently installed gap in the white fence surrounding the restaurant’s titular porch, the ramp allows wheelchair users to enter through the slamming screen door (actually a new nostalgic...

The Porch owners Andrea and Bill of Pecoriello strive to offer a varied menu to cater to all customers nostalgic for location and food.

The Porch revives a Staples student staple

Lilly Weisz '23, Creative Director May 27, 2021

The restaurant space previously home to Christie’s and Chef’s Table has offered breakfast, lunch and french fries to generations of Westporters, creating a center for community and coffee. However,...

Restaurants in Connecticut are now able to dine at full capacity, which has allowed for a resurgence in popular Westport dining spots such as the Spotted Horse in downtown Westport.

Restrictions ease as Connecticut prepares for new phase

Amanda Rowan '22, Photostory Editor May 27, 2021

Outdoor dining restrictions have eased in Connecticut, and many Westport restaurants followed suit, as of May 1. Governor Ned Lamont announced that the state will now allow individuals to be served at...

Due to the Connecticut State Senates bill, students who were previously exempted from the vaccine for religious reasons are no longer excused.

Religious exemption bill for mandatory vaccines terminated

Phoebe Miller '23, Sports Editor May 27, 2021

The Connecticut State Senate has passed a bill that will no longer allow religious exemptions from children’s vaccination requirements for schools, colleges and other educational facilities. One such...

All Connecticut residents ages 16 and over will be eligible for the COVID-19 vaccine by April 5, according to Governor Lamont.

Lamont announces acceleration in Connecticut vaccine rollout

Lea Rivel '22, Social Media Director May 27, 2021

Connecticut residents 45 and up will become eligible for the COVID-19 vaccinations starting this Friday, and ages 16 and up beginning on April 5, Governor Ned Lamont said on Monday, March 15 in a press...

It is important to try to refrain from travelling during the pandemic to reduce surges in COVID-19. However, if people choose to travel during February break, Governor Lamont’s guidelines attempt to ensure utmost safety on and after a trip.

Post-December break COVID surge warrants more urgent February break protocols

Chloe Murray '22, Public Relations Director May 27, 2021

From December 8-22, three Staples students reported positive COVID-19 cases to the administration. From Jan. 3-17, 17 positive cases were reported*.  Students traveling and spending non-socially-distanced...

With Westport now classified as an orange town, capacity will revert back to Phase 2.1 regulations as opposed to Phase 3.

Westport under COVID-19 “orange alert,” returns to Phase 2.1

Natalie Bandura '22, Editor In-Chief May 27, 2021

Westport received an orange color coding on the Connecticut COVID-19 Data Tracker map of average daily COVID-19 cases per 100,000 residents on Nov. 5. Following a statement from First Selectman Jim Marpe,...

COVID-19: a school year amidst the pandemic

COVID-19: a school year amidst the pandemic

May 27, 2021

From half-capacity, cancelled sports seasons and reverting to lesser capacity to a near return to normalcy, the COVID-19 pandemic has made the 2020-21 school year increasingly unpredictable. With the enormity...

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