Auschwitz survivor tells her tale, horror and hope intertwined
Esther Basch arrived at notorious death camp with her parents in a cattle car on her 16th birthday.
Read MoreEsther Basch arrived at notorious death camp with her parents in a cattle car on her 16th birthday.
Read MoreThe Jan. 31 event, featuring bingo, prizes and refreshments, will help support Westport Young Woman’s League charitable grants.
Read MoreJan 10, 2024 | Community, Environment | 0
Weather service warns potential for flooding in low-lying areas is greatest around high tide Wednesday morning.
Read MoreJan 9, 2024 | Community, Government, Politics | 0
Legislators representing Westport in the General Assembly to discuss issues coming up this year at Jan. 23 gathering.
Read MoreJan 9, 2024 | Community, Environment | 0
A “major coastal storm” will sweep through the Westport area overnight Tuesday, according to the National Weather Service.
Read MoreJan 8, 2024 | Arts, Community, Performing | 0
The March 9 concert featuring the Brubeck Brothers Quartet, led by sons of jazz great Dave Brubeck, will support free library programs.
Read MoreJan 8, 2024 | Community, Education, Environment, Government | 177
Proposal for new elementary school, pulled from P&Z consideration amid a clash of priorities and a cloud of transparency questions, faces challenging reboot.
Read MoreJan 6, 2024 | Community, Environment | 0
Several inches expected to blanket Westport starting Saturday afternoon, but coastal areas likely to escape brunt of the first significant snow storm in several years.
Read MoreJan 4, 2024 | Community, Education, Environment, Government | 0
After skeptical review by the Planning and Zoning Commission last month, controversial plans for new elementary school yanked from next week’s P&Z agenda.
Read MoreJan 3, 2024 | Community, Government | 0
“Property Check” service, offered at no cost to Westporters, will alert owners if an attempt is made to record or change documents pertaining to their property.
Read MoreTemple Israel event raises community spirit and funds for Israel Emergency Fund.
Read MoreClarence B. Jones, speechwriter and confidant to Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., and credited with helping write the “I Have A Dream” speech, will be guest of honor at Jan. 14 program.
Read MoreEsther Basch, whose story of survival and resilience is the subject of “Honey Girl” documentary, featured at Jan. 10 program.
Read MoreDec 26, 2023 | Community, Environment | 0
Troops 39 and 139 will again pick up discarded Christmas trees for recycling.
Read More“ … On Earth, peace and good will …” A Christmas message of hope for the ages.
Read MoreCheers! Decorations brighten the season all around Westport.
Read MoreFor Westporter William Armstrong Jr., portraying Father Christmas carries with it “a very important trust.”
Read MoreSchool board, with one abstention, endorsed statement on incident that made national headlines, saying, it is “clear that the matter was handled with care and sensitivity to all the children and families involved.”
Read MoreDec 22, 2023 | Community, Government | 0
Proposal to replace nearly 90-year-old building at P.J. Romano Field backed by Architectural Review Board in second outing.
Read MoreDec 21, 2023 | Community, Government | 0
Selectwomen seal the deal designating units at Riverside Avenue building as “affordable,” under agreement with developers of pricey Richmondville mill condos.
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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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 - […]
School is out-so let’s get creative! Spend Election Day at MoCA/CT for a fun-filled morning of art, imagination, and museum exploration! Designed for children ages 5–10, this special one-day Recess […]
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 - […]
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 - […]
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 Best Week Ever, and his Comedy Central specials. Grab your tickets early for a night of big laughs (that also includes Heidi Grandberry) in one […]
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