Longshore cameras boost patron safety
Cameras installed across The Longshore Club Park are designed to ensure patron safety, said P&R Operations Director Carman Roda.
Read MoreJul 15, 2025 | Community, Government | 4
Cameras installed across The Longshore Club Park are designed to ensure patron safety, said P&R Operations Director Carman Roda.
Read MoreJul 15, 2025 | Community, Health, Police & Fire | 0
Extremely hot weather is forecast for today through Friday. Governor Lamont encourages citizens to be aware of the risks of extreme heat and how to prevent heat-related sickness.
Read MoreBy Ken Valenti WESTPORT–Compo Beach will remain closed to swimming until late Tuesday afternoon or...
Read MoreThe Alliance for Saugatuck has filed petitions urging the RTM to review controversial rulings on the Hamlet development, citing threats to the Saugatuck River, wildlife, and surrounding properties. The group raises concerns about groundwater contamination, rushed approvals, and lack of expert oversight.
Read MoreJul 13, 2025 | Arts, Community, Performing | 0
Westport Country Playhouse will host its 2nd Annual Golf Tournament fundraiser on Monday, July 21 at Birchwood Country Club. The full-day event includes 9- or 18-hole scramble play, contests, lunch, cocktails, and prizes — with proceeds supporting the Playhouse’s artistic and educational programs.
Read MoreDragonflies are beneficial insects. And beautiful.
Read MoreOver 3,000 supporters have signed a petition to allow the historic Old Mill Grocery & Deli to continue to serve wine and beer—a move supporters say is essential to keeping the beloved neighborhood spot in business.
Read MoreSwimming at Compo Beach will not be allowed until at least Monday.
Read MoreWESTPORT—Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Post 399 will host a free Veterans Benefits Luncheon on Thursday, July 17, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Open to all, the event will inform veterans about the benefits, services, and support they have earned.
Read MoreThe Westport Weston Family YMCA’s 46th Point to Point open water swim race returns to Compo Beach on July 20. Open to swimmers ages 7+, the event raises funds for YMCA swim lessons promoting water safety.
Read MoreJul 10, 2025 | Business, Community, Government | 3
Board of Selectwomen approve Phase One of the DPIC’s four-part recommendation: set a two-hour limit to downtown on-street parking. Merchants feel marginalized by the process.
Read MoreJul 9, 2025 | Arts, Community, Literature | 0
Sarah Jessica Parker will speak at the Westport Library. She is the latest “Booked for the Evening” honoree, joining Martin Scorsese, Alan Alda, Shonda Rhimes, Billie Jean King and other prominent artists.
Read MoreJul 9, 2025 | Community, Education, Government | 3
Fired Staples Coach Russell Oost-Lievense has sued the Board of Education to get his job back. “Coach Russ” alleges disparagement, blocked testimony and conflicts of interest.
Read MoreJul 8, 2025 | Business, Community, Government | 2
P&Z commissioners were split 4-3 Monday on approval of the Hamlet. Three said the plan complies with the text amendment. Four are worried about the plan’s negative impacts on Saugatuck.
Read MoreFred Hochberg, businessman and government veteran, will talk global trade policy with Steve Parish on Thursday, as part of the Westport Library’s Common Ground Initiative.
Read MoreJul 5, 2025 | Community, Literature | 2
Finalists for the 2025 Westport Prize for Literature are Olufunke Grace Bankole, Nicole Cuffy and Jennifer Haigh. The winner will be named later this summer. The prize will be awarded at the Westport Library November 3.
Read MoreThousands of Westporters gathered at Compo Beach yesterday for the Independence Day 2025 fireworks show.
Read MoreNew board members Christy Charise, James Corgel, Darcy Travlos and Ashley Zwick begin their terms today.
Read More“The best show around:” thousands will flock to Compo Beach Wednesday for the annual Westport PAL Independence Day fireworks. Tickets help fund youth sports year-round.
Read MoreDuck race raises $100K for Sunrise Rotary Club, helping support local charities. Learn about the winners and sponsors here.
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