$168.8M in schools funding approved as part of $266M town budget
The Representative Town Meeting approved $168.8m for the Westport School District, the largest share of the $266m town budget.
Read MoreMay 6, 2026 | Community, Education, Government | 0
The Representative Town Meeting approved $168.8m for the Westport School District, the largest share of the $266m town budget.
Read MoreMay 5, 2026 | Community, Transportation | 0
Westport’s Wheels2U shuttle extended its midday, midweek service until 3:00 pm, offering greater flexibility for errands and meetings.
Read MoreMay 4, 2026 | Community, Education, Government | 0
Governor Ned Lamont released a breakdown of state funding for Westport totaling $270,157 for the 2027 fiscal year cycle.
Read MoreMay 4, 2026 | Goodbye, Real Estate | 1
Westport real estate news: a 61-year-old custom contemporary on 8 Stony Point Road has been approved for demolition. Read the details here.
Read MoreMay 4, 2026 | Community, Transportation | 0
Overnight road work on Route 1 and Route 57 begins tentatively on May 10 and May 26, according to the Connecticut DOT.
Read MoreStaples baseball clinched a state playoff berth and extended their winning streak to seven games after key wins over Greenwich and Wilton.
Read MoreMay 3, 2026 | Community, Police & Fire | 0
Westport police made a record 908 distracted driving stops in April, issuing 359 citations. Learn why cell phone use is still a major problem.
Read MoreMay 3, 2026 | Goodbye, Real Estate | 0
Westport real estate news: a 92-year-old contemporary on 10 Twin Falls Lane has been approved for demolition. Read the details here.
Read MoreWakeman Town Farm hosts a festive farm-to-table Cinco de Mayo celebration featuring a Mexican-inspired menu by Chef Alison Milwe Grace.
Read MoreThe new Westport store features Warby Parker’s full optical and sunglass collection, including the Summer 2026 line and in-store eye exams.
Read MoreMay 2, 2026 | Property Transfers, Real Estate | 0
During the week of April 13-17, seven properties sold for a total of $13.2 million, including properties on Bauer Place Ext, Burr Farms Road, Greens Farms Road (shown), Iris Lane, Jesup Road, Lansdowne and Regents Park.
Read MoreMay 1, 2026 | Obituaries | 0
Eve Clifford of Westport died peacefully at home on April 29, 2026, at the age of 83. She was a University of Toronto graduate and a sales specialist for Macy’s.
Read MoreMay 1, 2026 | Police & Fire | 0
Fire Marshal Dunn joins the Connecticut Commission on Fire Prevention and Control. His appointment reflects his expertise and commitment.
Read MoreApr 30, 2026 | Arts, Performing | 0
Vincent Herring, one of the most celebrated alto saxophonists, performs with Greg Wall in Westport in a tribute to Lee Konitz and Warne Marsh.
Read MoreThe Gray House is a new, eight-part miniseries about a clandestine Civil War Union spy ring in Richmond. Susan Granger weighs in.
Read MoreStaples Wreckers rugby team discusses their nonstop, physical, and team-oriented sport in Westport.
Read MoreApr 30, 2026 | Community, Environment, Government | 0
The Conservation Commission discussed Westport water quality, receiving mixed news on Sasco Brook and New Creek.
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