Crowd of VersoFest extroverts hails the Wallflowers
Band led by Jakob Dylan rocks the second night of the Westport Library’s music and culture celebration.
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Author: John Schwing
Obituary: Alan K. Nudelman
After working for IBM, he was president of Composition Materials for 30 years; also served in the Army, and is remembered for “his humor, altruism and generosity.”
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Titles targeted as Staples boys lacrosse opens new season
Wreckers head to New York on Saturday for the first of many challenging matches in the ’25 campaign.
Read MoreObituary: Michael J. Hoherchak
He worked as a mechanical engineer and project manager in the pollution-control field; was a member of St. Luke parish, the Masons and Ancient Order of the Scottish Rite, and is remembered for “his kindness, generosity, and unwavering dedication to his family and friends.”
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Police launch crackdown on distracted driving
Westport joins stepped-up enforcement campaign during April’s “National Distracted Driving Awareness Month.”
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Patti Smith celebrated at Westport Library, denounced outside
Appearance by the singer, writer and artist, who was featured guest at VersoFest opener Thursday, protested by group saying she made antisemitic comments.
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TEAM Westport scrutinizes antisemitism spike as VersoFest protest looms
Concerns about the rising number of antisemitic incidents and hate speech discussed as protest looms over singer/artist Patti Smith’s appearance Thursday night at Westport Library’s VersoFest.
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Souper stars: Seven restaurants named Westport’s favorite soup makers
Winners announced in “Great Westport Soup Contest,” sponsored by Westport-Weston Chamber of Commerce.
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Programs on alcohol, drug abuse problems set next week
“National Public Health Week” community events designed to inform adults about how to counter substance abuse, addiction issues.
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Revamped Longshore maintenance study backed with finance bucks
After sometimes heated debate, $238,000 approved Wednesday by Board of Finance to survey sites for new parks maintenance facilities.
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Obituary: Richard Ernest Radez
The West Point graduate served with the Army in Vietnam and helped plan the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, D.C.; worked in the finance field, and is remembered as an “affectionate husband, father and grandfather … who valued his relationships with friends around the world.”
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Replacement of Saugatuck water main starts Monday
Aquarion project, along Riverside Avenue and Charles Street, expected to take several months.
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New shop’s yellow storefront triggers boards’ caution
One of two new yoga clothes retailers coming to Main Street told to tone down bright design proposed for store facade.
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Patti Smith’s VersoFest appearance triggers antisemitism allegations
Social-media posts by the singer, writer and artist, scheduled to appear Thursday at Westport Library’s keynote program, called antisemitic and hate speech by local critics.
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Obituary: Ronald F. Malone, former Westport police chief
He served as chief of the Police Department from 1984-90; helped develop policing strategies ahead of their time; was an RTM member 16 years; enjoyed photography and art, and is remembered as someone who “knew leadership wasn’t about authority, it was about relationships and trust.”
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P&Z skips Hamlet hearing, seeks revisions to Baron’s housing plan
Despite official Monday agenda, P&Z pushes next hearing on Saugatuck project to April 7, while seeking changes to affordable housing initiative on Baron’s South open space.
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Compo Beach, fire pits now a match
Regulations adopted by Parks and Recreation Commission for renting new fire pits at Compo’s South Beach this season.
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Field trip cancelled to site for proposed public safety complex
Visit to Sherwood Island Connector location for consolidated facilities will be rescheduled, officials said.
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Police: Man stole checks from resident’s mailbox
Suspect allegedly swiped the mail before it was picked up by Postal Service, police said.
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Scarice: Staples community to help make the call on cellphone ban
Superintendent sets timeline for Staples students, parents and faculty to weigh in on proposal to prohibit phones at the high school.
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Residual Groove – FREE CONCERT
Levitt Pavilion for the Performing Arts 40 Jesup Road, Westport, Connecticut, United StatesResidual Groove is a five-piece indie-jam band from Southern Connecticut that has quickly carved out a rising presence on the modern jam landscape through fearless creativity and locked-in musical chemistry. Blending psychedelic funk rock and thoughtful indie-reminiscent songwriting, the band thrives at the intersection of structure and spontaneity, where carefully crafted songs open into expansive, […]
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Agatha Christie’s The Murder of Roger Ackroyd
Westport Country Playhouse 25 Powers Court, Westport, Connecticut, United StatesJuly 14 - August 1 - A masterfully twisted tale of deception and suspense. A murder. A mansion. A mysterious cast of suspects. And only one man can uncover the truth: Hercule Poirot. Agatha Christie’s The Murder of Roger Ackroyd is more than just a mystery—it’s the gold standard of the genre, widely hailed as […]
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Free First Saturdays
Westport Museum for History and Culture 25 Avery Place, Wesport, Connecticut, United StatesFirst Saturdays are a great opportunity to experience what we have to offer at the Westport Museum free of charge on the first Saturday of each month. Young visitors can enjoy a scavenger hunt in the museum, the diorama of Westport featuring an audio tour by Joanne Woodward, coloring pages, colonial games and more. Adult […]
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Art Adventures! – Saturday Drop-In Art Class for Kids
MoCA CT 19 Newtown Turnpike, Westport, Connecticut, United StatesYour child can join us every Saturday for a relaxed and inspiring drop-in art class at the museum! Whether your child is an experienced artist or just looking to have fun, our multi-media classes offer a creative space to explore new techniques and expression through art. Each session is designed to be fun, interactive, and […]
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Agatha Christie’s The Murder of Roger Ackroyd
Westport Country Playhouse 25 Powers Court, Westport, Connecticut, United StatesJuly 14 - August 1 - A masterfully twisted tale of deception and suspense. A murder. A mansion. A mysterious cast of suspects. And only one man can uncover the truth: Hercule Poirot. Agatha Christie’s The Murder of Roger Ackroyd is more than just a mystery—it’s the gold standard of the genre, widely hailed as […]
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Anthem Reggae Band – FREE CONCERT
Levitt Pavilion for the Performing Arts 40 Jesup Road, Westport, Connecticut, United StatesFREE TICKET SHOW | SATURDAY, AUG 1 | 7:30PM SHOW / 6:30PM DOORS Free tickets may be reserved in advance via tickets button below! Free tickets are also issued day of show at the Box Office which opens 2-hours before show time on show days (based on available supplies). Come and vibe! Anthem Band’s live […]
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Agatha Christie’s The Murder of Roger Ackroyd
Westport Country Playhouse 25 Powers Court, Westport, Connecticut, United StatesJuly 14 - August 1 - A masterfully twisted tale of deception and suspense. A murder. A mansion. A mysterious cast of suspects. And only one man can uncover the truth: Hercule Poirot. Agatha Christie’s The Murder of Roger Ackroyd is more than just a mystery—it’s the gold standard of the genre, widely hailed as […]
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Danny Lipsitz & The Brass Tacks – FREE CONCERT
Levitt Pavilion for the Performing Arts 40 Jesup Road, Westport, Connecticut, United StatesFree show: Sunday, Aug 2 | 6pm doors, 7pm concert SPONSOR: LEIFER PROPERTIES Reserve free tickets in advance via Levittpavilion.com Free tickets also distributed at Box office; free tickets available on a first come basis, based on space and availability. Box Office opens on-site 2-hours before show time. Channeling the performative schools of Louis Prima, […]
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Stand Up & Learn™
Westport Country Playhouse 25 Powers Court, Westport, Connecticut, United StatesWestport Country Playhouse announces registration is underway for “Stand Up & Learn™,” a stand-up comedy program for kids ages 12 through 16, with an emphasis on writing comedic stories and bits. The program will run Monday through Thursday, August 3 - 6, 3:30 to 5:30 p.m., culminating in a private performance for family and friends […]
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Author Talk with Ruta Sepetys: “A Fortune of Sand”
Please join Fairfield Public Library for an author talk with Ruta Sepetys in conversation with Kathleen Carter. Copies of Ruta's new book, "A Fortune of Sand," will be for sale from Barrett Bookstore, and there will be a book signing and Q&A session after the discussion. Come early for light refreshments (5:30pm) provided by The […]
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Joy Clark – FREE CONCERT
Levitt Pavilion for the Performing Arts 40 Jesup Road, Westport, Connecticut, United StatesJoy Clark Quartet | FREE TICKET SHOW | Tuesday, August 4 | 7PM SHOW / 6PM DOORS Free tickets may be reserved onlne in advance via Levittpavilion.com. Free tickets are also distributed at the Box Office (based on available supplies). The Box Office opens 2 hours before showtime on showdays. Louisiana born-and-raised singer-songwriter and guitarist […]
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Flor Bromley: Children’s Series – FREE SHOW
Levitt Pavilion for the Performing Arts 40 Jesup Road, Westport, Connecticut, United StatesFlor Bromley is 2026 GRAMMY® and 2023 Latin GRAMMY® nominated singer/songwriter for families. Originally from Peru, she dedicates her life to creating music for kids that elevates our Latin culture making it her mission to share her bilingual experience with a new generation. She is a professionally trained musical theater actress who uses global rhythms, […]
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Westport, US
8:52 am,
July 31, 2026
72°F
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