Endorsement of Michele Paquette
Ron Corwin wholeheartedly endorses Michele Paquette for P&Z, citing her open-mindedness, fact-gathering, courtesy, and collegial nature. She knows Westport.
Read MoreOct 6, 2025 | Election '25, Opinion, Politics | 0
Ron Corwin wholeheartedly endorses Michele Paquette for P&Z, citing her open-mindedness, fact-gathering, courtesy, and collegial nature. She knows Westport.
Read MoreOct 6, 2025 | Education, Election '25, Opinion, Politics | 0
Abby Tolan significantly improved reading instruction in Westport by advocating for the Orton-Gillingham approach, benefiting K-2 students and leading to higher literacy rates.
Read MoreOct 3, 2025 | Election '25, Opinion | 7
Brian Gaines endorses Don O’Day and Andrea Moore for Westport First and Second Selectman, emphasizing their proven leadership, experience, and accomplishments.
Read MoreSep 25, 2025 | Election '25, Opinion | 2
An opinion piece on the 2025 Westport First Selectman race, highlighting the need for thoughtful leadership and supporting David Rosenwaks as the ideal candidate.
Read MoreSep 22, 2025 | Opinion, Real Estate | 10
Westport’s Larry Weisman shares his opinion on the Saugatuck development. He argues that the Alliance for Saugatuck’s confrontational rhetoric has become counter-productive and calls for all parties—the Alliance, the P&Z, and the developer—to work together to achieve the best results for Westport, avoiding a potential 8-30g project.
Read MoreSep 21, 2025 | Election '25, Opinion | 4
Westport, a town known for affluence, faces growing financial and demographic pressures. Rising municipal and school costs, limited revenue growth, and affordability issues threaten its economic model. Structural reforms are needed to prevent fiscal stagnation and diminished economic resilience.
Read MoreSep 16, 2025 | Election '25, Opinion | 13
Anil Nair, a Westport resident and DTC member, highlights Kevin Christie’s qualifications for First Selectman, emphasizing his financial expertise, community leadership, and ability to bridge opposing perspectives.
Read MoreSep 10, 2025 | Election '25, Opinion | 11
Westport resident Julie Badion shares why she is supporting Kevin Christie in the First Selectman race, citing his experience, values, and thoughtful approach.
Read MoreWestport Planning & Zoning candidate Michele Paquette raises concerns over closed-door negotiations, commissioner exclusions, and a lack of transparency in The Hamlet discussion.
Read MoreSep 2, 2025 | Business, Government, Opinion | 3
Carole Reichhelm, on behalf of the Westport Alliance for Saugatuck, questions whether town officials are sidelining public process with rushed, closed-door negotiations on the Hamlet project.
Read MoreAug 26, 2025 | Election '25, Opinion | 0
Louis E. D’Onofrio Jr. endorses David Rosenwaks for Westport Selectman, praising his proven leadership, transparency, and collaborative approach. With expertise in sustainable development, fiscal responsibility, and infrastructure planning, Rosenwaks is described as a principled candidate ready to serve Westport.
Read MoreThe Alliance for Saugatuck has filed petitions urging the RTM to review controversial rulings on the Hamlet development, citing threats to the Saugatuck River, wildlife, and surrounding properties. The group raises concerns about groundwater contamination, rushed approvals, and lack of expert oversight.
Read MoreWestporter Larry Weisman urges investors in The Hamlet at Saugatuck to consider what they are bringing to the community they love.
Read MoreJun 23, 2025 | Education, Government, Opinion | 19
Caney and Heyer share their perspective on the process town officials have gone through in reviewing the plans for the Long Lots School.
Read MoreJun 22, 2025 | Community, Education, Government, Opinion | 9
RTM member Jennifer Johnson feels the town is rushing to approve an expenditure of historic proportions.
Read MoreJun 22, 2025 | Community, Opinion, Police & Fire, Transportation | 1
Each of District 9’s members wholeheartedly support Safe Streets and Roads for All.
Read MoreWhy I oppose The Hamlet at Saugatuck, by Ken Bernhard. Read why he thinks this is a square peg in a round hole.
Read MoreBipartisan letter urges Connecticut governor to veto housing bill recently passed by state legislature.
Read MoreRobert Harrington writes that “I can say I no longer support Superintendent Thomas Scarice as Westport public school’s leader.”
Read MoreThe author writes that it’s time to “immediately authorize – on behalf of all of your constituents – a proper, complete, professional traffic study of the ramifications of the Hamlet development.”
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As the War for American Independence rages on, General George Washington must depend on his trusted spy network for key intelligence about British movements. In our brand-new Escape Room experience where you are one of Washington’s spies, a fellow spy known simply as “The Lady” left vital plans for you hidden in a strongbox tucked […]
As the War for American Independence rages on, General George Washington must depend on his trusted spy network for key intelligence about British movements. In our brand-new Escape Room experience where you are one of Washington’s spies, a fellow spy known simply as “The Lady” left vital plans for you hidden in a strongbox tucked […]
As the War for American Independence rages on, General George Washington must depend on his trusted spy network for key intelligence about British movements. In our brand-new Escape Room experience where you are one of Washington’s spies, a fellow spy known simply as “The Lady” left vital plans for you hidden in a strongbox tucked […]
As the War for American Independence rages on, General George Washington must depend on his trusted spy network for key intelligence about British movements. In our brand-new Escape Room experience where you are one of Washington’s spies, a fellow spy known simply as “The Lady” left vital plans for you hidden in a strongbox tucked […]
As the War for American Independence rages on, General George Washington must depend on his trusted spy network for key intelligence about British movements. In our brand-new Escape Room experience where you are one of Washington’s spies, a fellow spy known simply as “The Lady” left vital plans for you hidden in a strongbox tucked […]
As the War for American Independence rages on, General George Washington must depend on his trusted spy network for key intelligence about British movements. In our brand-new Escape Room experience where you are one of Washington’s spies, a fellow spy known simply as “The Lady” left vital plans for you hidden in a strongbox tucked […]
Westport Country Playhouse stages the world premiere of “Ken Ludwig’s Pride and Prejudice, Part 2: Napoleon at Pemberley,” written by Ken Ludwig and directed by Emily Mann, October 20 - November 7. In this imaginative sequel to Jane Austen’s beloved classic, life at Pemberley is turned upside down when an unexpected houseguest arrives: Napoleon Bonaparte.
As the War for American Independence rages on, General George Washington must depend on his trusted spy network for key intelligence about British movements. In our brand-new Escape Room experience where you are one of Washington’s spies, a fellow spy known simply as “The Lady” left vital plans for you hidden in a strongbox tucked […]
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Westport Country Playhouse stages the world premiere of “Ken Ludwig’s Pride and Prejudice, Part 2: Napoleon at Pemberley,” written by Ken Ludwig and directed by Emily Mann, October 20 - November 7. In this imaginative sequel to Jane Austen’s beloved classic, life at Pemberley is turned upside down when an unexpected houseguest arrives: Napoleon Bonaparte.
Westport Country Playhouse stages the world premiere of “Ken Ludwig’s Pride and Prejudice, Part 2: Napoleon at Pemberley,” written by Ken Ludwig and directed by Emily Mann, October 20 - November 7. In this imaginative sequel to Jane Austen’s beloved classic, life at Pemberley is turned upside down when an unexpected houseguest arrives: Napoleon Bonaparte.
Westport Country Playhouse stages the world premiere of “Ken Ludwig’s Pride and Prejudice, Part 2: Napoleon at Pemberley,” written by Ken Ludwig and directed by Emily Mann, October 20 - November 7. In this imaginative sequel to Jane Austen’s beloved classic, life at Pemberley is turned upside down when an unexpected houseguest arrives: Napoleon Bonaparte.
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