Cops sniff out alleged fragrance thief and accomplices
Four NYC residents allegedly shoplifted a fragrance from Ulta Beauty in Westport. Police stopped their vehicle and found several stolen items.
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Four NYC residents allegedly shoplifted a fragrance from Ulta Beauty in Westport. Police stopped their vehicle and found several stolen items.
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A mariner was rescued by a Coast Guard helicopter crew after their 34-foot sailboat ran aground west of Seymour Rock near Westport early Sunday morning as a storm approached. The boat, Island Sky, could not be freed due to weather.
Read MoreOct 8, 2025 | Police & Fire | 1
Two teenagers were arrested and charged with stealing a 2018 Mazda CX-5 from Greens Farms Railroad Station and crashing it on Beachside Avenue yesterday.
Read MoreOct 4, 2025 | Community, Police & Fire | 0
Downtown Westport traffic will be affected today by the Westoberfest Craft Beer and Fall Festival. Portions of downtown will be closed from noon to 6:00 p.m.
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A Brooklyn man faces charges for two Lululemon thefts in Westport, where thousands in merchandise were stolen. His partner remains at large.
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The Westport Fire Department has been awarded a $94,952 federal grant from FEMA to fund swiftwater rescue technician training for its firefighters.
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Bridgeport resident Steven Klein was pulled over for allegedly running a stop sign and made matters worse by giving his brother’s name as his own. This led to charges of criminal impersonation, interfering with an officer, and driving with a revoked license.
Read MoreSep 18, 2025 | Police & Fire | 1
The Westport Police Department has attained Tier 3 accreditation – the highest level attainable – from the Connecticut Police Officer Standards and Training Council (POSTC), well over a year ahead of the state-mandated deadline.
Read MoreSep 15, 2025 | Police & Fire | 0
Fifty-one vehicles have been reported stolen in Westport this year, already surpassing last year’s total. Police advise motorists to lock their cars and take their keys, as most thefts involve unsecured vehicles with accessible keys.
Read MoreSep 11, 2025 | Police & Fire | 0
A man wanted for violating probation was arrested in Westport after police stopped his car for illegal window tinting and a stolen plate.
Read MoreSep 6, 2025 | Police & Fire | 0
Westport revs up to benefit Westport Police Department’s K-9 unit Sunday morning with Cars & Coffee at the Saugatuck Metro North station. The event will feature autos, coffee, and live music.
Read MoreSep 2, 2025 | Community, Police & Fire | 0
With school back in session, Westport Police are stepping up enforcement in school zones and bus routes. Officers urge drivers to slow down, put down their phones, and stop for school buses as part of their annual “Back to School” traffic safety campaign.
Read MoreAug 30, 2025 | Police & Fire | 0
A Norwalk woman has been charged in connection with a 2023 theft from Ulta Beauty in Westport, where $750 worth of cosmetics, fragrances and styling tools were stolen. Arrested Sunday in Norwalk on separate charges, she now faces multiple counts, including fifth-degree larceny.
Read MoreAug 28, 2025 | Police & Fire | 0
A 41-year-old Bronx man faces multiple charges after police say he stole tens of thousands of dollars worth of golf clubs from Westport, Norwalk, Stamford, and New York golf clubs and stores.
Read MoreAug 21, 2025 | Police & Fire | 0
A Yonkers woman was arrested after police said she tried to steal $1,122 worth of clothing from Lululemon on Main Street. Officers said she was caught inside the store with bags designed to bypass security measures.
Read MoreAug 20, 2025 | Police & Fire | 0
A 23-year-old Greenwich man has been charged after allegedly assaulting Westport Police officers investigating a disturbance at Cedar Point Yacht Club. Police say Max Anker struggled with officers after refusing to leave the club on July 30.
Read MoreAug 19, 2025 | Community, Police & Fire | 0
Ever wondered what it’s like to be a police officer? The Westport Police Department invites residents 21+ to apply for the next Citizens Police Academy, starting Sept. 18.
Read MoreAug 18, 2025 | Community, Police & Fire | 0
Aug. 20 update: Westport Journal learned that 26-year-old Sera Levy, last seen in Norwalk on August 15, has left the area.
Read MoreAug 18, 2025 | Police & Fire | 0
Westport Volunteer EMS is accepting registrations for its in-person EMT course beginning September 9. Open to all in Fairfield County, the course provides hands-on training in life-saving skills. A separate EMR class for high school students also starts this fall.
Read MoreAug 15, 2025 | Police & Fire | 0
Fran Zuluaga-Restrepo, 41, of Stamford, has been charged with second-degree larceny after allegedly stealing $10,000 in jewelry from a Westport home. Police say he confessed after investigators traced pawn records to him. He posted a $25,000 bond and is scheduled to appear in Stamford Superior Court on August 18.
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Westport Country Playhouse hosts golf, mahjong, and canasta tournaments at Birchwood Country Club in Westport on Monday, June 15. Fundraiser in support of Westport Country Playhouse.
Join us for an engaging lecture hosted by Professor Gil Harel, exploring the iconic musical 1776 in the context of America’s 250th birthday in 2026. This talk will delve into how the musical, first performed in 1969, vividly portrays the struggles and compromises surrounding the signing of the Declaration of Independence, capturing the revolutionary spirit […]
Lauded by New York Magazine for "cutting edge klezmer," and the L.A. Blade as "rapturous and rollicking," the band specializes also in re-grooved standards, obscure vintage soundtrack gems, and genre-defying originals. Isle of Klezbos approaches Yiddish musical traditions with loving irreverence and profound respect. Now in their 27th year and counting, with a touring history […]
Join Tastebudsct for a culinary journey to America's founding — a flavorful and fun way to celebrate America's 250th anniversary! We will revisit the culinary traditions of early Americans, when simplicity, resourcefulness, and a deep connection to nature were the hallmarks of cooking styles. The tasting menu includes Johnnycakes, Traditional Wampanoag Succotash Recipe and Old […]
Westport Country Playhouse will present “Get Happy!,” a concert celebrating the legendary entertainer Judy Garland. The show was nominated for BroadwayWorld’s San Diego 2021 Regional Awards for Best Cabaret/Concert/Solo Performance. Artist, creator, and producer Jenna Pastuszek will sing music from “The Wizard of Oz,” “Easter Parade,” “Judy Live at Carnegie Hall,” “Judy at The Palace,” […]
Born in the new millennium, Luke Tyler Shelton makes soul-soothing rock-and-roll with all the ineffable charm of a faraway time. With a profound gift for dreaming up heavenly melodies and fantastically loose grooves, the Los Angeles native found his sound as part of a close-knit scene of young musicians and artists—a DIY-minded community whose spirit […]
Join us for a fascinating lecture with folklorist and researcher Derek Piotr, founder of The Derek Piotr Fieldwork Archive. The Derek Piotr Fieldwork Archive was established by Derek Piotr in August 2022. The Archive contains over 1,500 audio recordings made from March 2020 onward, and preserves diverse representations of folklife; ballads, hymns, tales, poems, children’s […]
Get ready! The Dirty Sock Funtime Band (DSFB) returns to the Levitt Pavilion's Epstein Stage to blast off the Children's Series Launch with an extra special show! Take part in this wild, musical comedy show where anything (and we mean anything) can happen and everyone is celebrated for who they are! Join the adventures of […]
“One of America’s most talented, gifted, and affecting artists.” — American Songwriter Chris Pierce is a singular American voice whose songs carry equal parts soul, truth, and grace. Rooted in folk, blues, and Americana, his music speaks plainly and powerfully to the human condition, earning him a reputation as one of the most moving performers […]
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 […]
Formed by lead vocalists and songwriters Jess Wolfe and Holly Laessig, acclaimed indie band Lucius is best known for their sinuous harmonies and highly-original, pop-noir musical artistry. The group, which includes multi-instrumentalists Peter Lalish and Dan Molad, have released three albums, and toured the globe, cultivating a passionate following for their ingenious art-pop creations and […]
Come 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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