Revised map for RTM districts wins approval
New map makes minor revisions to the legislative body’s district borders, primarily to reflect population changes reported by the 2020 U.S. Census.
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Author: John Schwing
School board seeks $630K for enhanced security at Staples
Money would be used to bolster the emergency communications system at the high school.
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Haiku exalts Wheels2U bus as a ‘temptress of travel’
The winning entry in the Westport Transit District’s promotional poetry contest adopts a reverential tone in hailing the Wheels2U Westport shuttle bus service.
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Playhouse seeks volunteers to usher in its new season
Volunteer ushers at the Westport Country Playhouse get to watch performances at no charge when they are scheduled to work. The theater kicks off its 93rd season April 11.
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Books backed: Panel wants challenged books to remain in Staples library
Review panel recommends that superintendent reject a parent’s call to remove three books from high school’s library that she considers inappropriate and pornographic.
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Update: Body of man missing since December found in Westport pond
The body of Stamford resident Errol Whyte, whose SUV was abandoned on a Westport stretch of Interstate 95, was found Monday floating in a pond at a Greens Farms Road office complex.
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Police: Drive distracted, wallet impacted
Westport police ramp up enforcement of distracted-driving laws as part of “U Drive. U Text. U Pay.” campaign this month.
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Different strokes: Longshore plan prioritizes pickleball over golf
In approving the conceptual plan for Longshore capital improvements, Parks and Recreation Commission scheduled pickleball/platform tennis projects ahead of a new golf clubhouse.
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Survey: Is Westport history worth preserving? If so, at what cost?
To help prepare a Historic Preservation Plan, the Historic District Commission seeks Westport residents’ opinions on what is worth saving and whether historical-preservation efforts are effective.
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Led by experience, buoyed by youth, Staples girls tennis set for season
Wreckers will lean on newcomers as the new season gets underway next week.
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Highway cameras will be ‘unblinking eye’ on lookout for speeders
Construction zones on state roadways will be monitored by new cameras to help nab speed-limit violators.
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Butler, Frantz explore the creative worlds of music and art
Rock musicians discuss the spark that led to careers spanning decades at Saturday’s Malloy Lecture in the Arts at the Westport Library.
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Westport arts groups awarded state grants
Eleven local organizations share $183,647 in funding announced by state Sen. Ceci Maher.
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Program to highlight Westport writer’s new children’s book
Margrit Strohmaier will talk about her newly published second book at an April 19 program in the Westport Library.
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De Shields, an ‘Ain’t Misbehavin’ original, coming to playhouse
A performer in the first production of the Fats Waller musical, actor André De Shields will discuss the show’s history and his career at an April 16 program at the Westport Country Playhouse.
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A swapping success: Exchange Project gives clothes a second life
The Westport-based group aims to help people reduce their carbon footprint by exchanging clothing as a sustainable style of shopping.
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Resident co-chairs fundraiser supporting people with special needs
Westporter Leslie Smith Clarke is a co-chairwoman of “Spring for Abilis” on April 29.
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Westport Police Department adds three officers
The new officers have varied prior experience that ranges from 9-1-1 dispatcher to the Coast Guard and volunteer firefighter.
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In shadow of Nashville tragedy, tighter gun laws advance
After the nation’s latest school massacre, General Assembly moves forward legislation that state Rep. Jonathan Steinberg calls “common-sense public policy proposals aimed at preventing terrible tragedies.”
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‘Canna-business’ wants to add recreational pot sales in Westport
Bluepoint Wellness, which operates a medical marijuana dispensary on Post Road East, is seeking zoning officials’ feedback on the idea — even though “legal weed” sales are banned in town.
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Art Adventures! – Saturday Drop-In Art Class for Kids
Your 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 […]
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“Peter Pan” Script in Hand Jr. Playreading
Westport Country Playhouse’s junior version of its popular Script in Hand playreading series will present the swashbuckling, magical adventure of “Peter Pan,” written by J. M. Barrie and adapted by […]
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HOLLYWOOD NIGHTS – THE BOB SEGER EXPERIENCE
SATURDAY, JULY 18 * 7PM SHOW / 6PM DOORS Take advantage of Early Bird tickets while supplies last PURCHASE TICKETS Enjoy exclusive member discounts to this and upcoming shows!* Get […]
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Agatha Christie’s The Murder of Roger Ackroyd
July 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 […]
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Agatha Christie’s The Murder of Roger Ackroyd
July 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 […]
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MT Jones – FREE CONCERT
Gathering inspiration from '60s and '70s soul greats across the Atlantic to modern R&B and jazz, MT Jones evokes a sound that is both contemporary and timeless. His deeply soulful […]
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Agatha Christie’s The Murder of Roger Ackroyd
July 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 […]
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Comedy Night #2 – FREE SHOW
John Tobin Presents! delivers a slate of their funniest stand-up comedians for another free night of side-splitting laughs under the stars!
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Agatha Christie’s The Murder of Roger Ackroyd
July 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 […]
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Mega Ran: Children’s Series – FREE SHOW
Mega Ran is proof that Hip Hop can go anywhere! A former middle school teacher turned Grammy-nominated rapper for Best Children’s Album, Mega Ran's educational and empowering Hip Hop tracks […]
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Agatha Christie’s The Murder of Roger Ackroyd
July 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 […]
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Bruce S. Kershner Art Gallery Reception: “Fused”
The public is invited to attend the opening reception for Fused, an exhibit of encaustic art by Nash Hyon, Deb Kouzoukian, Bonnie Michell, and Phyllis Ruffer in the Bruce S. […]
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Westport, US
10:44 am,
July 18, 2026
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