Cultivating with Kerri: Toad-ally helpful garden guests–how to attract toads
To a healthy yard, toads consume up to 1,000 insects daily. Learn simple ways to attract American toads, including building a toad abode.
Westport Book Shop showcases John Bygott
Local artist John Bygott is exhibiting a collection of his oil paintings of seascapes at the Westport Book Shop this June.
Westport man charged with DUI after striking mailbox, fire hydrant, tree
A Westport man, Allen Royce, was charged with driving under the influence after crashing into a mailbox, fire hydrant, and a tree on Hillandale Road.
Parents demand independent special ed review
Parents in Westport are calling for an independent consultant to review the school district’s special education program.
Westport real estate sales May 18-22
During the week of 18-22, 10 properties sold for a total of $20.8 million, including properties on Bauer Place Ext, Bradley Lane, Easton Road, Greenbrier Road (shown), Hale St., Lansdowne, Old Road, Richmondville Ave., Ridge Drive and Weston Road.
Cops: Three women hail unwitting Uber driver to flee Lululemon theft
Three Bridgeport women shoplifted $2,838 in Lululemon clothes, using an unwitting Uber driver as a getaway car in Westport.
Obituary: Jonathan A. Cunitz
Jonathan A. Cunitz, 84, of Westport, CT, a former educator, business consultant, and civic leader, has passed away
Danbury Concert Association concluding its latest season this weekend
With a program “designed to feel both celebratory and deeply personal,” the Danbury Concert Association is putting on its last concert of the 2025-2026 season this weekend.
Garden tour: TideBrook Garden
Westporters toured the unique TideBrook Garden, a modest 0.2-acre property with sculpted botanicals on the historic Stony Brook.
Watching “Dutton Ranch” with Susan Granger
Beth and Rip Wheeler leave Montana for South Texas to start a new Dutton Ranch, where they immediately clash with the powerful Beulah Jackson.
A celebration of vintage military aircraft at Warbird Weekend
The Connecticut Air & Space Center is offering a chance for visitors to see vintage military aircraft up close and personal this weekend, including the opportunity to take flight.
Know your blood vessels: health tips for Westporters
Vascular diseases can be limb-threatening and life-threatening. Dr. Javairiah Fatima explains the warning signs and prevention.
Sponsored by Norwalk Hospital, part of Northwell Health.
Candice Holley, Director of Human Resources, resigns
Director of Human Resources Candice Holley has voluntarily resigned from her position with the Town of Westport.
Obituary: Nancy Marsh Gault
Nancy Marsh Gault, a beloved Westport resident, passed away on May 29, 2026. A devoted community member and world traveler.
Jazz at the Post: Greg Burrows
Drummer Greg Burrows plays the music of composer Ed Bonoff at VFW Post 399, Westport, on Thursday, June 4. Dinner available.
Spring garden tour: Prospect Gardens Westport
Prospect Gardens Westport opened for a spring tour of its 8½-acre garden, including shrub gardens, a glass sculpture, and a meadow.
“The Late Show” bassist Endea Owens to close out jazz and blues exhibition at MoCA\CT
MoCA\CT is welcoming a former member of the house band for The Late Show with Stephen Colbert to help close out an exhibition that explores the intersection of art and music.
Correction and retraction
Westport Journal corrects its article regarding Brett Cohen’s arrest, clarifying no “domestic partner” offense occurred.
Wrecker sluggers notch another state tourney win
Staples Wreckers defeated Hall 6-2 in the Class LL State Tournament second round and will host FCIAC rival Norwalk on Saturday.
Westport kids lauded for their video skills
Students from Long Lots and Kings Highway Elementary Schools won multiple honors at the 2026 Access Awareness Awards contest.
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