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Massi & Co. celebrates new concept
Westport has a new dining spot! Massi Co. by Massimo Tullio opens Sept. 9, bringing Southern Italian-American favorites like brick oven pizza, homemade pasta, and craft cocktails to downtown.
Longshore tee box repairs scheduled for November
Westport Parks and Recreation will restore seven deteriorated tee boxes at Longshore Golf Course this November in a $250,000 project.
School board approves sensitive student surveys, with concerns
The Westport school board approved student surveys addressing mental health, identity, and stress. While some members raised concerns, officials said the assessments help counselors support students.
Wreckers tie McMahon 1-1
After falling to New Canaan, the Staples girls soccer team earned a 1-1 draw at Brien McMahon. Maddie Johnson, assisted by Taylor Lunney, scored for the Wreckers.
Property sales Aug. 18-22
WESTPORT — Eleven Westport properties sold during the week of Aug. 18–22, for a combined $30.3 million, including properties on Bayberry Lane, Burr Farms Road, Center St., Compo Road S (shown), Crooked Mile Road, Marion Road, Old Hill Road, Richmondville Ave., The Mews and Whippoorwill Lane.
CFW names Craig Schiavone as third P&Z candidate
The Coalition for Westport announced its nomination of Craig Schiavone, a 20-year town resident and retired executive with expertise in urban planning, historic preservation, and nonprofit management, for the Planning & Zoning Commission in the November election.
Bird beaters: Field hockey team posts consecutive shutouts
The Staples High field hockey team started strong with a 1-0 win over Greenwich and a 4-0 victory over Trumbull.
ShoreFest 2025
Photos from ShoreFest 2025.
Westport K-9 unit benefits from cars and coffee tomorrow
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.
Westport Farmers’ Market revamps “Get Growing” program for kids
The Westport Farmers’ Market’s “Get Growing” program for kids has received an exciting upgrade, complete with new furniture, creative spaces, and weekly activities from local partners.
Staples soccer strikes early, beats McMahon 5-1
A fast start from Josh Whitaker and a relentless Staples attack secured a commanding 5-1 win over Brien McMahon at Wakeman Field. The Wreckers now turn to a challenging week ahead with Norwalk, Stamford and Darien.
Slice of Saugatuck postponed
Annual celebration of Saugatuck postponed until next Saturday.
2025 school report: enrollment, staff, buses, comms, security
Westport’s new school year opened on a positive note, though enrollment dipped below projections. The district also reported updates on staffing, buses, communication tools, and security plans.
Connecticut: brimming with arts this fall
The Westport Journal’s Fall Culture Preview highlighted the abundance of theater, art, books, and film events across Connecticut this season
Immigration, Katrina book wins Westport Prize for Literature
Olufunke Grace Bankole has won the third annual Westport Prize for Literature for The Edge of Water, her acclaimed debut novel about immigration, family, and survival after Hurricane Katrina. The $10,000 award will be presented Nov. 6 at The Westport Library.
Watching “Hostage” with Susan Granger
Susan Granger dives into Netflix’s Hostage, where political scandal, international intrigue, and personal sacrifice collide.
Westport Town Attorney Ira Bloom recognized as excellent
Westport’s longtime Town Attorney Ira W. Bloom has been selected to receive the Marvin J. Glink Award of Excellence from the International Municipal Lawyers Association.
P&Z delays decision on public vs. private Hamlet talks
Westport’s Planning & Zoning Commission spent two hours debating whether to meet privately or publicly with Roan Ventures, developers of the rejected Hamlet project.
Opinion: how can Westporters trust their Planning & Zoning Commission?
Westport Planning & Zoning candidate Michele Paquette raises concerns over closed-door negotiations, commissioner exclusions, and a lack of transparency in The Hamlet discussion.
Rossoni’s goal sparks Staples to 1-0 win over New Canaan
Patience paid off for Staples boys soccer. Noah Rossoni’s 60th-minute rebound sealed a 1-0 road win at New Canaan, marking a poised season opener under new coach Liam Witham.
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