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A blizzard warning is issued for coastal Connecticut. Prepare for dangerous conditions including 13–18 inches of snow, high winds, and coastal flooding.
Read MoreFeb 21, 2026 | Community, Government, Police & Fire | 1
A blizzard warning is issued for coastal Connecticut. Prepare for dangerous conditions including 13–18 inches of snow, high winds, and coastal flooding.
Read MoreFeb 21, 2026 | Community, Government | 7
Westport’s Historic Cribari Bridge may be replaced. The Connecticut Department of Transportation is exploring alternatives and offering the current span for reuse.
Read MoreFeb 21, 2026 | Business, Community, Government, Real Estate | 0
Westport businesses face trouble as a judge overturns Text Amendments 846 and 843, halting plans for alcohol sales at Old Mill Grocery.
Read MoreFeb 18, 2026 | Community, Government, Transportation | 1
CTDOT is calling for comments on the William F. Cribari Bridge’s deficiencies. A public hearing is March 19, and RTM Districts 1, 4, and 9 will host a virtual session on February 24.
Read MoreFeb 16, 2026 | Business, Community, Government, Real Estate | 4
Roan Development Ventures has withdrawn its lawsuit demanding Westport’s approval of the proposed Hamlet at Saugatuck mixed-use development.
Read MoreFeb 15, 2026 | Community, Government | 1
Westport Board of Selectmen approves upgrades for Longshore, Compo Beach, and Levitt Pavilion. New carts, stage, and accessible ramp.
Read MoreFeb 14, 2026 | Community, Government, Transportation | 0
The historic Cross Highway bridge over Deadman Brook is scheduled for replacement this summer. Officials approved the hiring of FGB Construction Inc.
Read MoreFeb 13, 2026 | Community, Opinion, Transportation | 9
The real threat to Westport’s quality of life is the surge of heavy truck traffic cutting through residential neighborhoods. Weigh stations are the practical solution.
Read MoreFeb 13, 2026 | Government, Opinion | 1
Westport’s town spending increased 21% over the decade, below the statewide inflation of 35%, due to reductions in debt and benefits.
Read MoreFeb 11, 2026 | Government, Real Estate | 1
Widespread black mold and structural issues convinced the Westport Historic District Commission to approve the demolition of the 100-year-old home.
Read MoreFeb 11, 2026 | Community, Government, Transportation | 1
Despite a call for design engineers, the Connecticut DOT stresses no decision has been made on rehabilitating or replacing the historic Cribari Bridge.
Read MoreFeb 11, 2026 | Education, Government | 0
The Westport school district’s screentime audit begins this month, but the planned student and parent survey is delayed for revisions.
Read MoreFeb 10, 2026 | Business, Government, Real Estate | 0
The value of all taxable property in Westport soared more than 50 percent over the past year due mainly to the 2025 townwide revaluation.
Read MoreFeb 10, 2026 | Government, Real Estate | 3
The P&Z Commission continued talks on text amendment 864, which would allow a developer to create required affordable units off site.
Read MoreFeb 10, 2026 | Community, Health, Living, Transportation | 0
The partnership ensures residents with transportation barriers can access essential medical and behavioral health services from the mobile unit.
Read MoreFeb 9, 2026 | Business, Community, Environment, Government, Real Estate, Transportation | 0
State Senator Ceci Maher and Representatives Jonathan Steinberg and Dominique Johnson discuss energy, affordable housing (HB 8002), and the Cribari Bridge.
Read MoreFeb 8, 2026 | Community, Government, Sports | 55
Westporter Phillip Perri asked the RTM to rename a Staples High School field to honor Dan Woog, but one member strongly objected.
Read MoreFeb 8, 2026 | Education, Government | 1
The Westport school board voted unanimously to request a building committee for a new or renovated Coleytown elementary school to avoid project delays.
Read MoreFeb 7, 2026 | Government, Real Estate | 0
The Westport Planning & Zoning Commission will again discuss the controversial text amendment 864 for offsite affordable housing.
Read MoreFeb 6, 2026 | Education, Government | 0
The Westport school board unanimously recommended a 2026-27 budget that is $750,000 less than the original proposal, resulting in a 4.98 percent increase.
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