Obituary: Elizabeth “Betty” Auber
Elizabeth “Betty” Auber - Contributed image Elizabeth “Betty” Auber, retired nurse and devoted mother, passed away on May 24th in her Westport home with her family by her side. Betty was born and raised in Queens, New York, the child of immigrant Irish/German parents....
Dan Pugach and his Quintet
Grammy winner Dan Pugach and his Quintet perform Jazz at the Post at VFW Post 399 in Westport this Thursday.
“Nation of Vision” at Silvermine Arts Center examines creative forces in American art
A new exhibition at the Silvermine Arts Center takes a close look at the forces that have shaped American art over 250 years of United States history.
Westport Woman’s Club to host cabaret-style fundraiser
The Westport Woman’s Club hosts “Cheese Fries & Chili Dips,” a fundraiser featuring comedy, a mental health talk, and hors d’oeuvres.
The path from Westport’s 2027 Budget to your quarterly real estate tax payment
The $266 million Westport budget for fiscal year 2027 and a shift in the tax burden toward homeowners leads to a 9% rise in the average annual residential property tax bill.
Westport 6th-grader wins a top prize with video on clothing waste
Bedford Middle School sixth-grader Katherine Rose Li won an international video prize for her 60-second take on fast fashion waste.
Westport / Weston Democrats re-nominate Judge Lisa Wexler
Judge Lisa Wexler unanimously re-nominated by Westport & Weston Democrats for a new four-year term as Probate Judge.
Baseball upset by New Canaan
No. 2 Staples baseball was upset by No. 7 New Canaan 16-5 in the FCIAC Tournament quarterfinals. The Wreckers now await states.
Levitt’s Miles Davis celebration moved to August
Levitt Pavilion updates: Miles Davis celebration “Get Up With It” moved to August 24th. Plus, a free West Point concert on June 9th.
Laura Zigman to appear at Fairfield Public Library’s Literary Luncheon
Laura Zigman will be the guest of honor this week as the Friends of the Fairfield Public Library host their 15th annual Literary Luncheon.
Memorial Day celebration to include service only
The Memorial Day parade in Westport is cancelled due to severe weather, but the service will proceed inside the Town Hall auditorium.
Nikki Glekas OK’d as town concessionaire in time to serve Compo Beach on Memorial Day weekend
Nikki Glekas received final approval to run concessions at Compo Beach and Longshore sites, opening for Memorial Day weekend.
Westport Fine Arts Festival: dripping with success
The 53rd annual Westport Fine Arts Festival attracted its largest applicant pool yet despite rainy weather. Sales were strong.
Herb Podel, WWII vet and beloved Westporter, ready for Grand Marshal role
Herb Podel, a 101-year-old WWII veteran, is the Grand Marshal of Westport’s Memorial Day celebration. He shares his formula for longevity.
Cultivating with Kerri: your May garden, advice for beginners
Learn the first steps for beginner gardeners in May, including checking light, feeling the soil, and testing soil health.
RTM Member Alma Sarelli receives GOP nod for state senate District 26
Republican Alma Sarelli is running for Connecticut’s 26th State Senate seat, focusing on affordability, education, and local control.
Memorial weekend traffic alert and 172 additional parade parking spots
Memorial Weekend road closures are in effect. Saugatuck Church offers Monday parade parking.
Westport real estate sales May 4-8
During the week of May 4-8, nine properties sold for a total of $18.1 million, including properties on Bayberry Lane, Charcoal Hill Road, Coleytown Road (shown), Fenway (The), Reimer Road, Richmondville Ave., Spriteview Ave., Sturges Highway and Wright St.
Message from Governor Lamont to Connecticut families
Governor Lamont addresses Eversource’s proposed rate hike while the company posts $1.69 billion in profit and pays its CEO $13.5 million.
Get Up With It launches Levitt Pavilion’s 2026 season this weekend
A celebration of Miles Davis’s music, celebrating the jazz musician’s 100th birthday, will open the 2026 season at the Levitt Pavilion for the Performing Arts this weekend.
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