Deadline on phasing out gas-powered car sales fuels controversy
State considers adopting California standards that would end by 2035 the sale of new vehicles powered by fossil fuels in support of net-zero goals.
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Category: Environment
Make the holidays greener at ‘EcoFest’
Event, organized by the Staples Zero Waste Committee, features sustainable gifts, as well as other eco-friendly attractions.
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Program spotlights initiative to end hunger, stop food waste
Documentary about Farmlink Project’s efforts to make “abundance of produce accessible to everyone” screened Nov. 14, followed by discussion led by chef Michel Nischan.
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‘Great Pumpkin Toss’ composting collection at farm market
Pumpkins past their prime and jack o’ lanterns no longer jacked can be dropped off for composting at Westport Farmers Market on Nov. 9.
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Autumn fallout: A Westport guide to leaf disposal
The do’s and don’ts of managing fallen foliage.
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Parks & Rec: Athletic field in, gardens out at Long Lots
Commission endorses recommendation from Long Lots School Building Committee for elementary school project that would supplant community gardens with new ballfield.
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Another detour for redesign of Parker Harding lot
Latest plan to revamp the downtown parking lot withdrawn Monday from P&Z review after chilly reception.
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Start of town’s leaf collection program falls on Nov. 6
Curbside pickup of leaves, in biodegradable paper bags only, will continue through Dec. 4.
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Program to shed light on solar energy use for homes
Sustainable Westport to host Nov. 7 presentation on using solar power to increase residential energy efficiency.
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RTM committee holds wide-ranging discussion on Baron’s South
State Rep. Jonathan Steinberg suggests putting baseball field at Baron’s South instead of uprooting community gardens.
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Tooker endorses plan for new Long Lots, advancing it for more review
Proposal to build elementary school, with controversial recommendation to move community gardens, will face hearings on land-use and financing issues.
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Saturday hours extended at yard waste site starting Oct. 28
The fall schedule for the DPW facility on Bayberry Lane runs through Dec. 2.
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School board unmoved by pleas to save community gardens
At marathon meeting, Board of Education endorses recommended plan for new Long Lots Elementary School, displacing 20-year-old gardens.
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Long Lots committee recommends gardens be booted to Baron’s South
Concerns raised about contamination at proposed site for relocation of Westport Community Gardens.
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Longshore pickleball plan back in Park & Rec’s court
Proposed location for courts scrapped after encountering neighbors’ opposition, as officials launch search for a new site in the park for the popular but noisy sport.
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Conservation Commission signs off on Parker Harding redesign
Another agency check-off, but major land-use and funding body reviews await for the downtown project.
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Finance board gets firsthand look at thorny Long Lots issues
On Sunday tour led by Long Lots Building Committee, financiers joined by other officials, neighbors and community gardeners to check out site where controversy has engulfed the town’s costliest-ever project.
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‘We Do Walkways’ program looking for teen workers
Middle and high school students can sign up to work for older adults who need help with jobs like fall yard cleanups and winter shoveling.
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Gardeners on Long Lots decision: ‘Disappointing, discouraging, disgusting’
Westport Community Gardens members angered, but not surprised, at recommendation for new Long Lots Elementary School that they contend will destroy the 20-year-old plots.
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Wind power: Lamont aims to shore up alternative energy
Tri-state pact designed to energize struggling offshore wind-generated power.
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Art Adventures! – Saturday Drop-In Art Class for Kids
Your 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 […]
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“Peter Pan” Script in Hand Jr. Playreading
Westport Country Playhouse’s junior version of its popular Script in Hand playreading series will present the swashbuckling, magical adventure of “Peter Pan,” written by J. M. Barrie and adapted by […]
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HOLLYWOOD NIGHTS – THE BOB SEGER EXPERIENCE
SATURDAY, JULY 18 * 7PM SHOW / 6PM DOORS Take advantage of Early Bird tickets while supplies last PURCHASE TICKETS Enjoy exclusive member discounts to this and upcoming shows!* Get […]
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Agatha Christie’s The Murder of Roger Ackroyd
July 14 - August 1 - A masterfully twisted tale of deception and suspense. A murder. A mansion. A mysterious cast of suspects. And only one man can uncover the […]
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Agatha Christie’s The Murder of Roger Ackroyd
July 14 - August 1 - A masterfully twisted tale of deception and suspense. A murder. A mansion. A mysterious cast of suspects. And only one man can uncover the […]
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MT Jones – FREE CONCERT
Gathering inspiration from '60s and '70s soul greats across the Atlantic to modern R&B and jazz, MT Jones evokes a sound that is both contemporary and timeless. His deeply soulful […]
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Agatha Christie’s The Murder of Roger Ackroyd
July 14 - August 1 - A masterfully twisted tale of deception and suspense. A murder. A mansion. A mysterious cast of suspects. And only one man can uncover the […]
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Comedy Night #2 – FREE SHOW
John Tobin Presents! delivers a slate of their funniest stand-up comedians for another free night of side-splitting laughs under the stars!
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Agatha Christie’s The Murder of Roger Ackroyd
July 14 - August 1 - A masterfully twisted tale of deception and suspense. A murder. A mansion. A mysterious cast of suspects. And only one man can uncover the […]
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Mega Ran: Children’s Series – FREE SHOW
Mega Ran is proof that Hip Hop can go anywhere! A former middle school teacher turned Grammy-nominated rapper for Best Children’s Album, Mega Ran's educational and empowering Hip Hop tracks […]
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Agatha Christie’s The Murder of Roger Ackroyd
Westport Country Playhouse 25 Powers Court, Westport, Connecticut, United StatesJuly 14 - August 1 - A masterfully twisted tale of deception and suspense. A murder. A mansion. A mysterious cast of suspects. And only one man can uncover the […]
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Bruce S. Kershner Art Gallery Reception: “Fused”
Fairfield Public Library 165 Unquowa Road, Fairfield, Connecticut, United StatesThe public is invited to attend the opening reception for Fused, an exhibit of encaustic art by Nash Hyon, Deb Kouzoukian, Bonnie Michell, and Phyllis Ruffer in the Bruce S. […]
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Location
Westport, US
2:07 am,
July 18, 2026
67°F
broken clouds
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