With Biden out of race, state Dems regrouping behind Harris
Praising president’s decision Sunday to drop re-election bid, most Connecticut leaders express support for VP — but some withhold outright endorsement.
Read MoreJul 22, 2024 | Election '24, Government, Politics | 3
Praising president’s decision Sunday to drop re-election bid, most Connecticut leaders express support for VP — but some withhold outright endorsement.
Read MoreJul 20, 2024 | Election '24, Government, Politics | 4
Westporter challenging incumbent Democrat Ceci Maher in the eight-town legislative district.
Read MoreJul 16, 2024 | Election '24, Politics | 8
Former president wins ovation in first public appearance since assassination attempt at national convention Monday, after selecting U.S. Sen. J.D. Vance as running mate.
Read MoreJul 12, 2024 | Election '24, Government, Politics | 3
4th District Democratic congressman first in state’s delegation to openly say he no longer believes Biden is “the strongest candidate possible to confront the threat posed by Trump’s promised MAGA authoritarianism.”
Read MoreJul 9, 2024 | Election '24, Government, Politics | 0
Governor, although not calling on the president to leave the race, on Monday expressed concern about trajectory of his ally’s campaign.
Read MoreSilent demonstration staged Saturday on Jesup Green as UN delegation was welcomed for the annual “jUNe Day” event.
Read MoreJun 29, 2024 | Election '24, Government, Politics | 7
Murphy and Blumenthal on Friday both avoided discussing whether Biden should step aside as new questions arise about his age and fitness for office.
Read MoreJun 4, 2024 | Election '24, Government, Politics | 0
Republican member of Planning and Zoning Commission challenging veteran Democrat for 136th District seat in November election.
Read More“Veterans for Peace” marchers on mission to D.C.
Read MoreMay 24, 2024 | Arts, Community, Government, Politics | 1
The former FBI director and top Bridgewater Associates lawyer also discussed his latest crime novel set in his former hometown at sold-out Westport Library event.
Read MoreMay 14, 2024 | Government, Politics | 0
Gerry Smith, the Beacon Falls first selectman, wins GOP nomination Monday, but falls short of preventing primary by Matthew Corey — who lost to Chris Murphy six years ago.
Read MoreMay 13, 2024 | Government, Politics | 0
Democrats unanimously endorse senator for third term in November, as the longtime progressive lawmaker reflects on recent bipartisan deal-making on guns and immigration.
Read MoreMay 5, 2024 | Government, Politics | 7
Alma Sarelli’s pending appointment to fill District 6 vacancy, under an obscure Town Charter provision, is topic of Monday meeting.
Read MoreApr 3, 2024 | Government, Politics | 0
Since neither contest was competitive, officials said the first test of in-person early voting was a success — Westport had third-largest early turnout in state.
Read MoreMar 26, 2024 | Government, Politics | 1
Although outcome of the 2024 presidential nomination process is already determined, 105 Democrats and 24 Republicans cast primary ballots locally on the first early-voting day in Connecticut’s history.
Read MoreMar 24, 2024 | Government, Politics | 0
The state’s first-ever balloting in advance of a scheduled election gets underway with four days of voting before the April 2 primaries.
Read MoreMar 5, 2024 | Government, Politics | 0
Allyson Stollenwerck, a finance panel member from 2005-11, endorsed to fill seat Brian Stern gave up in February.
Read MoreFeb 21, 2024 | Community, Government, Politics | 0
Leading up to April 2 primary, voters in Westport and across the state for the first time will be able to cast ballots in advance of a scheduled election.
Read MoreFeb 13, 2024 | Government, Politics | 0
The Democrat, senior member of Westport’s delegation to the General Assembly, announced re-election in email to supporters Monday.
Read MoreJan 29, 2024 | Government, Politics | 0
Freshman senator and representative, both Democrats, launch campaigns for Nov. 5 election in General Assembly districts that include Westport.
Read More
Hailing from Denver, Colorado, Clay Street Unit mixes the acoustic instrumentation of bluegrass and folk with the amplified energy of Americana and country. The result is a singular interpretation of […]
First Saturdays are a great opportunity to experience what we have to offer at the Westport Museum free of charge on the first Saturday of each month. Young visitors can […]
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 […]
The former Coasters’ lead singer and Apollo favorite pays tribute to Marvin Gaye, Sam Cooke, Nat King Cole, Otis Redding, and more. A spectacular live show!
Lisa's unique immersive Sound Bath Meditations are multi-instrumental soundscapes designed to reset your nervous system. They typically begin with a short guided meditation to relax the participants as they lie […]
Please bring a yoga mat and pillow Lisa's unique immersive Sound Bath Meditations are multi-instrumental soundscapes designed to reset your nervous system. They typically begin with a short guided meditation […]
The Westport Community Band, founded in 1977, is composed of adult musicians from Fairfield and Westchester Counties, who represent a wide variety of professional backgrounds and bring diverse musical experiences […]
Known for her extraordinary bass skills and dynamic artistry, Divinity Roxx is a Grammy-nominated powerhouse who built her career touring with 5-time Grammy-winning bass virtuoso Victor Wooten and sharing the […]
In conjunction with Looking for History, join exhibiting artist Rick Shaefer for a guided tour of Colossi on Thursday, July 9, at 6pm. During this one-hour walkthrough, Shaefer will lead […]
Richiman and Groove Nice are an American style blues band from Seoul South Korea. Formed in 2018 as the "Richiman Trio" they first entered the International Blues Challenge (IBC) in […]
The Levitt Pavilion presents Matteo Bocelli - The Falling In Love World Tour. With his newly released second album, Falling In Love, Matteo Bocelli steps confidently into the spotlight as […]
Falling In Love is an album rich in romantic yearning and vulnerability, with passionate showpieces like Amnesia d’amore and the cinematic, emotionally-charged pop ballad entitled If I Can’t Have You. […]
| Cookie | Duration | Description |
|---|---|---|
| cookielawinfo-checkbox-analytics | 11 months | This cookie is set by GDPR Cookie Consent plugin. The cookie is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Analytics". |
| cookielawinfo-checkbox-functional | 11 months | The cookie is set by GDPR cookie consent to record the user consent for the cookies in the category "Functional". |
| cookielawinfo-checkbox-necessary | 11 months | This cookie is set by GDPR Cookie Consent plugin. The cookies is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Necessary". |
| cookielawinfo-checkbox-others | 11 months | This cookie is set by GDPR Cookie Consent plugin. The cookie is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Other. |
| cookielawinfo-checkbox-performance | 11 months | This cookie is set by GDPR Cookie Consent plugin. The cookie is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Performance". |
| viewed_cookie_policy | 11 months | The cookie is set by the GDPR Cookie Consent plugin and is used to store whether or not user has consented to the use of cookies. It does not store any personal data. |

Thank you for your interest in donating to Westport Journal’s Editorial Development
Fund.
All of the money donated here is added to Westport Journal’s editorial budget.
Your contribution directly leads to more Westport Journal articles and to Westport
Journal publishing more insight into what is happening here in town. Please note
that Westport Journal is a for-profit venture; your donation is NOT tax deductible.
Please give what you can. Please make your donation recurring if you can.
You and all of our readers will benefit from your generosity.
I would like to donate
Recent Comments