P&Z members consider reverting to previous zoning for Spinnaker site
Planning and Zoning Commission members discussed reverting to previous zoning for the controversial Spinnaker site.
Read MoreJun 9, 2026 | Business, Community, Government, Real Estate | 0
Planning and Zoning Commission members discussed reverting to previous zoning for the controversial Spinnaker site.
Read MoreJun 6, 2026 | Education, Government | 5
Parents in Westport are calling for an independent consultant to review the school district’s special education program.
Read MoreJun 3, 2026 | Government | 1
Director of Human Resources Candice Holley has voluntarily resigned from her position with the Town of Westport.
Read MoreJun 2, 2026 | Business, Community, Government, Real Estate | 10
Spinnaker Real Estate Partners presented a 175-unit Saugatuck development plan, which P&Z members found unacceptable due to the 10% affordable housing component.
Read MoreMay 28, 2026 | Community, Government | 0
Westport’s spring paving program begins Monday, June 1. Road work will cover Kings Highway North, Cross Highway, and other streets.
Read MoreMay 28, 2026 | Community, Education, Government | 1
The opening of the new $110 million Long Lots School in Westport has been pushed back a full semester until January 2028.
Read MoreMay 27, 2026 | Business, Community, Government, Real Estate | 3
State and local leaders discuss Connecticut’s new housing laws, including HB 8002, and their impact on affordable housing in Westport.
Read MoreMay 27, 2026 | Community, Education, Government | 0
A $1.4 million plan to replace six cracked asphalt tennis courts at Staples High School with durable concrete courts goes before the RTM.
Read MoreMay 27, 2026 | Election '26, Government, Politics | 0
Republican John Bolton is Resigning from the Planning and Zoning Commission to Focus on His Campaign for State Attorney General.
Read MoreMay 26, 2026 | Community, Education, Government, Opinion | 13
The $266 million Westport budget for fiscal year 2027 and a shift in the tax burden toward homeowners leads to a 9% rise in the average annual residential property tax bill.
Read MoreMay 24, 2026 | Business, Community, Government | 0
Nikki Glekas received final approval to run concessions at Compo Beach and Longshore sites, opening for Memorial Day weekend.
Read MoreMay 22, 2026 | Community, Government, Opinion | 0
Governor Lamont addresses Eversource’s proposed rate hike while the company posts $1.69 billion in profit and pays its CEO $13.5 million.
Read MoreMay 21, 2026 | Community, Government, Real Estate | 1
The Westport Board of Finance set a new mill rate of 13.2. Find out how to calculate your new tax bill.
Read MoreMay 20, 2026 | Community, Government | 1
A popular plan for permanent lighting at PJ Romano and Wakeman B athletic fields drew concerns from neighbors regarding light, noise and traffic.
Read MoreMay 14, 2026 | Community, Government, Living | 0
The Westport gas-powered leaf blower ban is active through October 15. Violations can be reported to the Conservation Department.
Read MoreMay 14, 2026 | Community, Environment, Government | 0
Westport Police Department advises motorists and pedestrians to allow extra travel time and remain alert when sharing the roadway.
Read MoreMay 13, 2026 | Education, Government, Opinion | 5
Ex-Board of Finance Chairman Brian Stern looks at the finances of the Westport Public Schools.
Read MoreMay 12, 2026 | Education, Government | 0
The Westport Board of Education is set to vote on a new school library book challenge policy and a revision to its Title IX policy.
Read MoreMay 12, 2026 | Business, Community, Government | 0
Caterer Nikki Glekas passed the first of three hurdles for a concession lease at Compo Beach, Longshore Pavilion, and the Halfway House.
Read MoreMay 11, 2026 | Education, Government | 0
Board members question staff on perceived one-sidedness in the social studies curriculum and teacher neutrality in Westport classrooms.
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Hailing from Denver, Colorado, Clay Street Unit mixes the acoustic instrumentation of bluegrass and folk with the amplified energy of Americana and country. The result is a singular interpretation of American roots music that blurs the borders between genre and geography, fusing the influence of the Rocky Mountains with the traditions of the Appalachians. Driven […]
First 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 […]
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 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 […]
The former Coasters’ lead singer and Apollo favorite pays tribute to Marvin Gaye, Sam Cooke, Nat King Cole, Otis Redding, and more. A spectacular live show!
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The 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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In 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 […]
Richiman 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 […]
The 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 […]
Falling In Love is an album rich in romantic yearning and vulnerability, with passionate showpieces like Amnesia d’amore and the cinematic, emotionally-charged pop ballad entitled If I Can’t Have You. Every track combines a power of classical tradition with modern storytelling. Falling in Love was recorded in his hometown of Tuscany with producer Martin Terefe […]
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