Temperatures slide on heels of snowy Tuesday
Light snowfall, mixing with icy rain, projected to continue through midday as temperatures plunge below freezing for rest of the week.
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Category: Environment
Open letter: Build a new school, don’t blame gardeners for delay
Leader of Westport Community Gardens writes: “At no point in this process has the request for consideration and regard for the gardens and preserve delayed the process of constructing a new/improved school. Not by a second. To imply otherwise is false.”
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Large new house overlooking river OK’d by zoners
Change in state law did not require public hearing for Coastal Area Management review.
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In storm’s watery wake, bright skies … and looming snowstorm
As Saturday’s skies cleared and temperatures “soared” to the 50s, forecasters warn of colder — and snowier — days ahead.
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Third storm in a week leaves Westport under water
Overnight storm that buffeted the region with more than an inch of rain and lashing winds unleashed flooding in its wake Saturday.
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Program on residential solar-energy use alights at library
Sustainable Westport to sponsor free Jan. 23 event about ways to adapt solar power for homes.
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As wet, windy storm wanes, coastal flooding still a threat
Weather service warns potential for flooding in low-lying areas is greatest around high tide Wednesday morning.
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Tuesday meeting on Long Lots reboot postponed
Long Lots School Building Committee, scheduled to discuss revisions to plans for new elementary school, reschedules meeting to Thursday because of severe weather threat.
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Alert: Storm threatens heavy rain, strong winds, flooding
A “major coastal storm” will sweep through the Westport area overnight Tuesday, according to the National Weather Service.
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Analysis: Long Lots 2.0 plan faces crosscurrents of competing interests
Proposal for new elementary school, pulled from P&Z consideration amid a clash of priorities and a cloud of transparency questions, faces challenging reboot.
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Westport blanketed in snow first time in many months
Coastal flood advisory in effect Sunday morning.
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A snowy weekend forecast, but region should dodge the worst
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.
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Beach resilience study sparks grants debate
Finance board delays vote to fund study while staffers look at possible grants.
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Long Lots project on hold for ‘possible modifications’
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.
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Scouts offer Christmas tree collection service Jan. 6
Troops 39 and 139 will again pick up discarded Christmas trees for recycling.
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Letter: Children must be priority in plans for ‘deteriorating’ Long Lots
Writers representing “Parents for a New LLS” call on P&Z to approve 8-24 report, focusing on “a timely and fiscally responsible plan so the new school build proceeds safely, on schedule and without a single avoidable delay.”
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Letter: Long Lots planners sidestepping mandated process
Writer says the “RFP” for elementary school project has yet to be carried out as required by state statutes despite project’s “urgency.”
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Storm pulls away, but flooding and outages linger
Scattered Westport power disruptions remain Monday evening, along with limited coastal flooding, in aftermath of rain-and-wind storm.
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Letter: Long Lots PTA leaders urge 8-24 application be OK’d
Ten former PTA officials argue there should be no delay in P&Z approval of plans for new school, without being “sidelined by the recreational pursuits of a few.”
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Opinion: P&Z must consider alternatives to current Long Lots plan
Writer says alternatives and options, which have been “ignored” by other town bodies, should be part of discussion when zoners review plans for new school and its property.
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Sound Bath Meditation with Hummingbird Healing Arts
MoCA CT 19 Newtown Turnpike, Westport, Connecticut, United StatesLisa's unique immersive Sound Bath Meditations are multi-instrumental soundscapes designed to reset your nervous system. They typically begin with a short guided meditation to relax the participants as they lie down on yoga mats with blankets, bolsters and eye pillows. As the soothing sounds wash over the participants—hence the term "sound bath"— Lisa allows the […]
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Sound Bath Meditation with Hummingbird Healing Center
MoCA CT 19 Newtown Turnpike, Westport, Connecticut, United StatesPlease bring a yoga mat and pillow Lisa's unique immersive Sound Bath Meditations are multi-instrumental soundscapes designed to reset your nervous system. They typically begin with a short guided meditation to relax the participants as they lie down on yoga mats with blankets, bolsters and eye pillows. As the soothing sounds wash over the participants—hence […]
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Westport Community Band – FREE SHOW
Levitt Pavilion for the Performing Arts 40 Jesup Road, Westport, Connecticut, United StatesThe Westport Community Band, founded in 1977, is composed of adult musicians from Fairfield and Westchester Counties, who represent a wide variety of professional backgrounds and bring diverse musical experiences to the group. All share an interest in exploring challenging concert band literature, improving individual technique, and creating music as an ensemble, while bringing excellent […]
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Divi Roxx Kids: Children’s Series – FREE SHOW
Levitt Pavilion for the Performing Arts 40 Jesup Road, Westport, Connecticut, United StatesKnown for her extraordinary bass skills and dynamic artistry, Divinity Roxx is a Grammy-nominated powerhouse who built her career touring with 5-time Grammy-winning bass virtuoso Victor Wooten and sharing the stage with none other than the Queen B herself, Beyoncé. “I believe that there is power in play,” Roxx tells Bass Empire Magazine. That love […]
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Gallery Talk with Rick Shaefer
MoCA CT 19 Newtown Turnpike, Westport, Connecticut, United StatesIn conjunction with Looking for History, join exhibiting artist Rick Shaefer for a guided tour of Colossi on Thursday, July 9, at 6pm. During this one-hour walkthrough, Shaefer will lead Museum visitors through the exhibition, sharing insights into the inspiration, historical references, and creative methods that inform the works on view. Participants will have the […]
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Richiman and Groove Nice – FREE SHOW
Levitt Pavilion for the Performing Arts 40 Jesup Road, Westport, Connecticut, United StatesRichiman and Groove Nice are an American style blues band from Seoul South Korea. Formed in 2018 as the "Richiman Trio" they first entered the International Blues Challenge (IBC) in 2019 as a representative of the Korea Blues Society. While performing in Memphis, Richiman saw and felt real American Blues and knew this was his […]
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MATTEO BOCELLI – Falling In Love World Tour
Levitt Pavilion for the Performing Arts 40 Jesup Road, Westport, Connecticut, United StatesThe Levitt Pavilion presents Matteo Bocelli - The Falling In Love World Tour. With his newly released second album, Falling In Love, Matteo Bocelli steps confidently into the spotlight as the next generation artist, with the heart of a poet and the reach of a global star. Falling In Love is an album rich in […]
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Art Adventures! – Saturday Drop-In Art Class for Kids
MoCA CT 19 Newtown Turnpike, Westport, Connecticut, United StatesYour 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 fun, our multi-media classes offer a creative space to explore new techniques and expression through art. Each session is designed to be fun, interactive, and […]
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EGGY – 2026 Tour
Levitt Pavilion for the Performing Arts 40 Jesup Road, Westport, Connecticut, United StatesEggy is redefining the modern jam band experience with a blend of rich songwriting, exploratory improvisation, and magnetic live energy. The Connecticut-based quartet—Jake Brownstein (guitar, vocals), Dani Battat (keys, vocals), Mike Goodman (bass, vocals), and Alex Bailey (drums, vocals)—has built a reputation for emotionally resonant songs and live performances that turn every set into an […]
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Intuitive Painting: Awakening Your Creative Flow with Melissa Benedek
MoCA CT 19 Newtown Turnpike, Westport, Connecticut, United StatesThis immersive experience invites you to connect deeply with your emotions while discovering your own artistic rhythm. Whether you’re a seasoned artist or a curious beginner, you’ll leave feeling refreshed, inspired, and connected to your creative flow with abstract paintings that are uniquely yours. $125.00 per adult Materials included
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The Davis Guitar Duo at Weston Library July 12 4 pm
Weston Public Library 56 Norfield Rd., Weston, CT, United StatesThe Davis Guitar Duo at Weston Library July 12 4 pm Cool off with Sunday Soundscapes! On July 12 at 4 pm the Davis Guitar Duo brings us soothing music from around the world, performed in their beautiful arrangements. Mark is a Grammy-nominated artist, and together with his talented wife, Beverly. he has performed in […]
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R-Rated: Reproductive Rights & Resistance on Stage
Please join Reproductive Equity Now for R-Rated: Reproductive Rights and Resistance on Stage! Provocative and entertaining, this evening of theater and conversation sheds light on current attacks on reproductive health and how activists in Connecticut are pushing back. All proceeds from the event will go to support Reproductive Equity Now’s efforts to expand and protect […]
$50
Location
Westport, US
1:33 pm,
July 6, 2026
66°F
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