February 5, 2026
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Clinton, Westbrook, & Old Saybrook Vol. XXIX Iss. 6
The Kate Eyes Proposed Major Addition in 2026 By Eric O'Connell Staff Writer
Old Saybrook’s Katharine Hepburn Cultural Arts Center is proposing a major expansion project that would add two floors and 7,200 square feet to the building. The Kate expects to bring applications for the project to town boards later in 2026.
Robin Andreoli, the director of development and community relations for The Kate, said the organization is seeking to add a twostory 7,200-square-foot addition on the building, as well as improvements to other parts of the current building. The new space would include four flexible multi-use rooms that could be joined together to make a second event space for acoustic performances, lectures, dances, and more. The proposed con-
struction would not affect the current main theater, Andreoli said. According to Andreoli, upgrading the Kate has been something that leadership has been considering for a while. Over the years, as The Kate has become more popular, the limitations of the current space has become apparent Andreoli said.
Poet Juliana Harris has found a sense of community.......................2
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It’s In the Bag Students from The Morgan School recycle donated cans and bottles into the machines outside Big Y Supermarket in Clinton on Saturday, Jan. 31. The students, members of the Clinton Police Youth Group and Tara Lawrie's intensive learning program, worked with School Resource Officer Brian Corbin, Sgt. Spencer Mangs and K9 Jagger to collect bottles, cans and donations to fund sensory bags created through the Linked Autism Safety Project. The bags help first responders respond to calls involving individuals with sensory needs. Photo by Wesley Bunnell/ Harbor News
A Key Win Westbrook girls’ basketball secured a major win over Valley Regional on their path to earn a trip to the postseason.................................19
Celebrating the Creative Spirit The Lyme Art Association is presenting An Exhibition in Five Acts......................................23
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