A Bridgeport cleaning service employee has been charged with stealing jewelry from three Westport homes. Police say Jasmine Poblano, 28, confessed after investigators linked her to the missing items and found she tried to pawn them.
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An Old Greenwich woman has been charged with stealing thousands of dollars’ worth of clothing from Mitchell’s Department Store in Westport, police said.
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Five individuals from New York City — mostly teens — were arrested in Westport after allegedly using counterfeit bills at several local businesses, including Choice Pet, Fresh Market, and The UPS Store.
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Blood found at a 2023 Westport burglary scene has led to the arrest of a Queens man in connection with the theft of over $50K in luxury goods.
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Extremely hot weather is forecast for today through Friday. Governor Lamont encourages citizens to be aware of the risks of extreme heat and how to prevent heat-related sickness.
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A Westport psychologist, practicing in Fairfield, was arrested and charged with fourth-degree sexual assault by the Fairfield Police Department.
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A contractor was paid for a project in Westport. He neither finished the job nor returned the money.
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Each of District 9’s members wholeheartedly support Safe Streets and Roads for All.
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Westport police news: a home security system and a K9 helped nab a burglar inside a Westport home.
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In Connecticut in 2022, there were nearly 5,200 crashes attributed to distracted driving.
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Police said that Talley was one of two men who reportedly stole meat and seafood totaling $500 from the store.
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Levitt admitted to illegally possessing Xanax and Oxycodone, police said.
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Dawn Johnson, 52, was arrested on charges of larceny for allegedly stealing a wallet from the bakery in 2018.
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Traffic advisories are in effect in the downtown area for much of the weekend.
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Lydia Bell, 26, of Fairfield, and Joshua Loveras, 28, of Bridgeport, turned themselves in to Westport Police after an arrest warrant was issued.
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A quick response by firefighters on a windy day in Westport likely saved the house from going up in flames.
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Westport Police are advising the public that there will be heavy traffic congestion with possible road closures downtown.
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Residents and drivers can expect traffic congestion and temporary delays in the downtown area during the event.
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Police responded to two stolen vehicle incidents Wednesday where residents had left cars unlocked with the keys still in the vehicle.
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The vest is a gift from an 8-year-old boy’s organization who felt K9 officers deserve body armor, just like their human partners.
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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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