United Way of Coastal Fairfield County Shares with Westport
6,500 masks and $2,000 COVID-relief grant given to town for those in need.
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Category: Government
Consensus on Activities Permitted on Baron’s South Eludes P&Z
Lengthy discussion sparks emotional disagreements on passive vs. organized, non-team uses of the town-owned open space.
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P&Z Loosens Downtown Restrictions in Bid to Boost Vitality
Prohibitions lifted on retailers’ size and upper-floor location within the center business district.
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Now It’s Up to Westport as State to Lift Mask Mandate for Schools
Westport parents tell Board of Education to end mask mandate as the number of COVID cases in town schools continues to fall.
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Westport’s 2021 Grand List Charts 2.4% Increase
While real estate remains the far largest share of the town’s overall tax assessments, the value of motor vehicles recorded the biggest gain.
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Officials Stand by TEAM Westport
Tooker & Goldstein share thoughts at State of the Town talk Sunday afternoon at library. (Story by Jarret Liotta)
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Zone’palooza: Downtown, Baron’s South Proposals at P&Z Monday
Three major changes in town zoning regulations face public hearings at mega-meeting.
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One Option for Cell Tower on Greens Farms Road Withdrawn
One potential tower site remains as the owner of 55 Greens Farms Road removes the property from contention, after wetlands impact sparked concerns.
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On Ice: Closings Forced by Friday’s Freezing Rain
Among the closures caused by wintry weather are Westport schools, senior center and library.
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Flood-Control Projects Often Sunk by Neighbors’ Resistance
Efforts to tame flooding at Westport flashpoints delayed — and blocked — by nearby property owners over decades.
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TEAM Westport Rallies Support in Reaction to ‘Vicious’ Challenges
Leaders await opinion from Town Attorney’s Office on validity of claims the committee is in violation of town charter provisions.
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Six-Home Subdivision Plan for Former Kowalsky Farm on Hold
Applicant temporarily withdraws proposal from Flood and Erosion Control Board after questions arise over water table and drainage issues.
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RTM Approves $1.3M for Burying Hill Beach
ARPA funds to address longstanding decay of water breaker. (Story by Jarret Liotta)
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RTM OKs $200K to Fund Art Projects
ARPA money to help 12 different Westport nonprofits fund special projects. (Story by Jarret Liotta)
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‘State of the Town:’ Tooker, Goldstein Look Back … And Ahead
Town and school leaders to present joint program Sunday online and at Westport Library.
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Wetlands Could Sink New Site Filed for Greens Farms Cell Tower
Conservation Commission reviews two sites on Greens Farms Road under consideration for a new cell tower, as most neighbors express opposition to both.
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TEAM Westport Membership Challenged for Violating Charter
Two residents contend the multiculturalism panel fails to conform with charter rules on minority-party representation, Westport residency and term limits.
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RTM Committees Question, But Still Back $1.3M Burying Hill Project
Some committee members contend it’s not appropriate to use pandemic-relief money to replace beach groin.
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Outgoing Poet Laureate Brought Vibrant Verse to Town
Writer Diane Lowman has expanded a love of poetry during her tenure … (Story by Gretchen Webster)
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CHARLIE HALL’S GET UP WITH IT – A MILES DAVIS CENTENNIAL CELEBRATION
Levitt Pavilion for the Performing Arts 40 Jesup Road, Westport, Connecticut, United StatesIn honor of Miles Davis’ 100th birthday, we welcome GET UP WITH IT, the longstanding project of The War On Drugs drummer and Wilton native Charlie Hall. With its roots going back to San Francisco in the late ‘90s, GET UP WITH IT came together as a means to explore the groundbreaking and iconic 1969-1975 […]
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Author Talk with Liv Constantine: “Promise Me Never”
Fairfield Public Library 165 Unquowa Road, Fairfield, Connecticut, United StatesFairfield Public Library welcomes back author Liv Constantine to discuss her new book, "Promise Me Never." The evening begins at 5:30pm with a reception provided by The Friends of Fairfield Public Library, followed by a discussion of the book between Ms. Constantine and Tessa Wright. Q&A and book signing follow, with books for sale from […]
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Cruel Summer: The Playhouse Playlist
Westport Country Playhouse 25 Powers Court, Westport, Connecticut, United StatesShake off the end of summer and kick off a brand-new season at the Playhouse with CRUEL SUMMER – an electrifying night celebrating the biggest voices in pop! Featuring the music of Ariana Grande, Olivia Dean, Taylor Swift, Sabrina Carpenter and more! This high-energy concert features a rockin’ live band with a lineup of powerhouse […]
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Lizzy & The Triggermen – FREE CONCERT
Levitt Pavilion for the Performing Arts 40 Jesup Road, Westport, Connecticut, United StatesFREE TICKET SHOW | FRIDAY, AUGUST 28 | 7:30PM SHOW / 6:30PM DOORS Free tickets may be reserved in advance via Event Website linked below! Free tickets are also issued day of show at the Box Office which opens 2-hours before show time on show days (based on available supplies). LA-based big band, Lizzy & […]
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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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Billy & the Showmen – FREE CONCERT
Levitt Pavilion for the Performing Arts 40 Jesup Road, Westport, Connecticut, United StatesEstablished more than fifty years ago by band leader Billy Frenz, Billy and the Showmen has earned their reputation as one of Connecticut's most enduring club bands specializing in hard-driving Rhythm & Blues, Soul, and Funk from the '60's and '70's. The band's repertoire includes the best of James Brown, Rick James, Percy Sledge, the […]
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MIHALI * Full Band Show * w/ Mr Mota + Additional Support TBA!
Levitt Pavilion for the Performing Arts 40 Jesup Road, Westport, Connecticut, United StatesFRIDAY, Sept 4 | Doors: 4PM | Show: 4.30PM w/ TBA and w/ Mr.Mota! Member pre-sale active now. Take advantage of Early Bird pricing while supplies last! Public on sale Friday, July 10 at 10AM ET. For Mihali, music behaves much like a living being. It grows, it matures, and it changes with a sentient […]
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The Magic of Michael Grandinetti: Master Illusionist
Westport Country Playhouse 25 Powers Court, Westport, Connecticut, United StatesEnjoy an unforgettable evening with Master Illusionist Michael Grandinetti, star of NBC’s “The World’s Greatest Magic”, The CW’s “Masters of Illusion”, and POP’s “Don’t Blink”, airing in over 100 countries worldwide, and one of the world’s top touring illusionists, as he combines jaw-dropping magic from his TV appearances with music, comedy, and audience participation – […]
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Free First Saturdays
Westport Museum for History and Culture 25 Avery Place, Wesport, Connecticut, United StatesFirst Saturdays are a great opportunity to experience what we have to offer at the Westport Museum free of charge on the first Saturday of each month. Young visitors can enjoy a scavenger hunt in the museum, the diorama of Westport featuring an audio tour by Joanne Woodward, coloring pages, colonial games and more. Adult […]
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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 […]
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The History of a Brief Time
Westport Country Playhouse 25 Powers Court, Westport, Connecticut, United Statesn The History of a Brief Time, written and performed by Bill Williams, the author and activist tells the very personal story of the loss of his son, William, to opioid […]
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Opening Reception of “Making his Mark in Connecticut: The Creative Process of F. Luis Mora”
Housatonic Museum of Art 900 Lafayette Boulevard, Bridgeport, Connecticut, United StatesYou are invited to the opening reception of "Making his Mark in Connecticut: The Creative Process of F. Luis Mora." To commemorate the U.S. Semiquincentennial, the HMA presents this exhibition, […]
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Westport, US
6:07 am,
August 24, 2026
61°F
clear sky
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