Westport heat advisory: staying safe as temperatures climb
Public officials urge residents to take seriously the dangers of the current heat wave.
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Category: Health
Tried and true tips for Westporters’ aching backs
Most adults experience back pain. Here are the major causes, how to avoid back pain, when to see a doctor; read all the details here.
Sponsored by Nuvance Health
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Collection of unwanted prescription drugs set Saturday
Westport police, in collaboration with Drug Enforcement Administration, will collect eligible medications, no questions asked, for “National Prescription Drug Take Back Day.”
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Programs on alcohol, drug abuse problems set next week
“National Public Health Week” community events designed to inform adults about how to counter substance abuse, addiction issues.
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Alcohol and Cancer: What Westport Needs to Know
Whether you enjoy a drink at a local brewery or a glass of wine at the beach, it’s important to understand how alcohol affects your cancer risk. Nuvance Health experts share what Westport residents should know.
Sponsored by Nuvance Health.
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Balm for winter’s cares at Westport Farmers Market
Warming ways to help escape the season’s onslaught offered at the market’s winter quarters.
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Westport inks deal for residents’ ‘urgent’ mental health assessments
Town joins Weston and New Canaan in program offering services at Silver Hill Hospital.
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‘Shoulder Check’ hockey game rescheduled
Feb. 1 game between STORMAC and Wilton will highlight the initiative’s mission promoting kindness and mental wellness.
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Nine diet hacks Westporters use to get back on track
Struggling to get your diet back on track? Follow this expert advice to reset your nutrition plan and feel your best this year.
Sponsored by Nuvance Health.
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Update: STORMAC’s ‘Shoulder Check’ game canceled by snow forecast
Boys hockey game, highlighting awareness of mental health issues, called off because of storm threat.
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WVEMS offers emergency medical technician training course
Certified EMTs interested in joining the emergency medical corps also invited to orientation sessions.
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Uncertainty looms over projected hike in school health insurance cost
Board of Education learns that 4 percent increase initially estimated for 2025-26 budget could balloon to 12 percent.
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Town accepts ‘amazing’ donations to community causes
Largest donation of $103,000 honors Max Harper, the Staples High School student who died from injuries in a traffic accident last September.
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Lamont’s ‘State of the State’ sets affordability agenda with few specifics
Governor, addressing start of 2025 General Assembly session Wednesday, lists lowering high costs of housing, electricity, health care and higher education as goals.
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Renovated Gillespie Center to offer more ‘Hope’ in ’25
Upgraded emergency shelter and food pantry, managed by Homes with Hope, to re-open Jan. 6.
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Gift of life: Westport Woman’s Club to host blood drive
Dec. 26 session scheduled to meet traditionally urgent need in holiday season.
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Lamont lauds record of paid family/medical leave initiative
State program was used 190,000 times and paid nearly $1 billion in benefits over first three years.
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Holiday helpers: Staples students buy toys for sick kids
Kylie Kirkham and Isla Goldberg used proceeds from baked goods sale to help brighten season for children at Norwalk Hospital.
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$30M gift: State starts cancelling medical debt
Officials took first step Monday in program to erase $650 million owed by state residents for health care.
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Jake Nolan had a very ‘hair-razing’ November
Westport realtor lost his long locks keeping his promise to buzz off five years’ growth if donations met “Movember” charity fundraising challenge.
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Mutts Gone Nuts
Westport Country Playhouse 25 Powers Court, Westport, Connecticut, United StatesCome see a half dozen of the world’s most talented four-legged performers, in an uproariously funny, comedy dog spectacular that is leaving audiences everywhere howling for more! The all-star lineup […]
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DARK STAR ORCHESTRA
Levitt Pavilion for the Performing Arts 40 Jesup Road, Westport, Connecticut, United StatesPerforming to critical acclaim for over 20 years and over 3000 shows, Dark Star Orchestra continues the Grateful Dead live concert experience. Their shows are built off the Dead's extensive […]
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The Making of ‘The Culper Ring’ with Kirk Manley
Fairfield Public Library 165 Unquowa Road, Fairfield, Connecticut, United StatesTo celebrate the special display of The Culper Ring: The Spies of George Washington at the Fairfield Public Library, join artist Kirk Manley to discover his process of creating artwork […]
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G. LOVE, DONAVON FRANKENREITER, MOON TAXI – ROLLING TOGETHER REVUE TOUR
Levitt Pavilion for the Performing Arts 40 Jesup Road, Westport, Connecticut, United StatesG. Love, Donavon Frankenreiter, and Moon Taxi are hitting the road for a special run of shows at some of our favorite outdoor venues across the U.S. Each night includes […]
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Your Health on a Heating Planet
Fairfield Public Library 165 Unquowa Road, Fairfield, Connecticut, United StatesPlease join us for this important talk presented by Internal Medicine physician Dr. Kirsten Ek, MD, FACP. Dr. Ek will provide a physician’s perspective on the urgent issue of our […]
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Son Little With Tonina – FREE SHOW
Levitt Pavilion for the Performing Arts 40 Jesup Road, Westport, Connecticut, United StatesSon Little’s live show brings his music into a different kind of clarity- raw, expressive, and always evolving. Whether solo or with a full band, he moves fluidly between deep […]
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Looking for History: Colossi + The Disappointed Tourist Opening Reception
MoCA CT 19 Newtown Turnpike, Westport, Connecticut, United StatesMoCACT presents Looking for History, featuring three artists, Rick Shaefer, Ellen Harvey, and Michael Borders—each presented in their own dedicated gallery space at varying intervals over the course of the […]
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Miss Tutti and The Fruity Band: Children’s Series – FREE SHOW
Levitt Pavilion for the Performing Arts 40 Jesup Road, Westport, Connecticut, United StatesMiss Tutti and The Fruity Band is a musical project celebrating themes of confidence, inclusivity, and LGBTQ+ representation for kids and families of all-ages. Their upbeat retro-pop tunes are co-produced […]
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Westport’s Annual Sidewalk Sale
Main Street, Downtown Westport Main Street, Westport, CT, United StatesDate: Friday, June 26 - Sunday, June 28, 2026 Time: During regular business hours Where: Westport-wide | Event Hub: Downtown Westport (Main Street, Church Lane, Elm Street, and Post Road) […]
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Chaparelle – FREE SHOW
Levitt Pavilion for the Performing Arts 40 Jesup Road, Westport, Connecticut, United StatesIn a harmonious union, singer-songwriters Zella Day and Jesse Woods come together to reveal their highly anticipated collaboration, “Chaparelle”. Esteemed for their exceptional vocal prowess and celebrated contributions to their […]
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Westport’s Annual Sidewalk Sale
Main Street, Downtown Westport Main Street, Westport, CT, United StatesDate: Friday, June 26 - Sunday, June 28, 2026 Time: During regular business hours Where: Westport-wide | Event Hub: Downtown Westport (Main Street, Church Lane, Elm Street, and Post Road) […]
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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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Location
Westport, US
1:36 am,
June 21, 2026
63°F
clear sky
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