How much tax will you pay? BoF introduces new mill rate of 13.2
The Westport Board of Finance set a new mill rate of 13.2. Find out how to calculate your new tax bill.
Read MoreMay 21, 2026 | Community, Government, Real Estate | 1
The Westport Board of Finance set a new mill rate of 13.2. Find out how to calculate your new tax bill.
Read MoreMay 21, 2026 | Community, Real Estate, Religion | 0
Temple Israel Westport is thriving, growing to 1,100 families. The recent purchase of six Coleytown Road allows for future expansion.
Read MoreMay 21, 2026 | Election '26, Politics | 0
Dathan had lost by a factor of two to one at Monday’s convention. Tuesday, she threatened a primary challenge. Wednesday she decided to run for the seat she now holds.
Read MoreCarey Mack Weber, executive director of the Fairfield University Art Museum, guides Westport Journal readers on a tour.
Read MoreMay 20, 2026 | Community, Performing | 0
The Staples High School Westport Pops Concert, hosted by Tony Award-winning actor James Naughton, features many talented groups.
Read MoreThe No. 2 seed Staples girls tennis Wreckers advanced to the FCIAC Tournament championship match after a 5-2 win over Ludlowe.
Read MoreMay 20, 2026 | Election '26, Politics | 0
Westport Board of Education Chair Lee Goldstein secured the Democratic Party endorsement for Connecticut State Representative D136.
Read MoreMay 20, 2026 | Community, Government | 1
A popular plan for permanent lighting at PJ Romano and Wakeman B athletic fields drew concerns from neighbors regarding light, noise and traffic.
Read MoreMatthew Mandell called the 10th annual event the “best looking ever” with happy dogs, happy kids, and bright blue skies.
Read MoreThe Staples boys tennis team’s FCIAC run ended after a tough 4-0 loss to Greenwich in the semifinals on Monday.
Read MoreMay 19, 2026 | Arts, Opinion, Performing | 0
A must-see creature-feature. Hugh Jackman’s live-action whodunit, “The Sheep Detectives,” is an endearing and enthralling PG-rated mystery.
Read MoreMay 19, 2026 | Arts, Performing | 0
Jazz at the Post continues this Thursday featuring Westport’s own Melissa Newman on vocals supported by an accomplished trio.
Read MoreMay 19, 2026 | Election '26, Politics | 1
The Democratic convention defeat of Lucy Dathan prompts a primary challenge against Sam Nestor for the Senate D26 endorsement.
Read MoreThe Wreckers scored 29 goals in less than 24 hours to beat Amity and Danbury. Chloe Smith and Sadie Lowe led the offense.
Read MoreStaples baseball lost to St. Joseph and Westhill, but remains 11-3 and holds the tiebreaker in the race for the no. 2 FCIAC seed.
Read MoreMay 19, 2026 | Election '26, Politics | 0
Sam Nestor, Weston’s First Selectwoman, decisively won the Democratic Party endorsement for State Senate District 26.
Read MoreMay 19, 2026 | Business, Real Estate | 0
Former “Hiawatha” project, now The Villages at Saugatuck, combines affordable and “missing middle” housing.
Read MoreMay 18, 2026 | Police & Fire | 0
A revised retirement plan for Westport police raises the pension payout and lowers the retirees’ share of health care premium costs.
Read MoreMay 18, 2026 | Obituaries, Uncategorized | 0
John M. Prenderville Jr., 66, a beloved Westport resident who pursued passions from finance to coaching football, passed away on May 15, 2026.
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As the War for American Independence rages on, General George Washington must depend on his trusted spy network for key intelligence about British movements. In our brand-new Escape Room experience […]
As the War for American Independence rages on, General George Washington must depend on his trusted spy network for key intelligence about British movements. In our brand-new Escape Room experience […]
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Comedy comes to MoCACT as Circle Comedy and Westport Parks & Rec bring you a night of stand-up headlined by Christian Finnegan the sharp-witted comic known for Chappelle's Show, VH1's […]
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Comedy comes to MoCACT as Circle Comedy and Westport Parks & Rec bring you a night of stand-up headlined by Christian Finnegan the sharp-witted comic known for Chappelle's Show, VH1's […]
Westport Country Playhouse stages the world premiere of “Ken Ludwig’s Pride and Prejudice, Part 2: Napoleon at Pemberley,” written by Ken Ludwig and directed by Emily Mann, October 20 - […]
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