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Y’s Men forum discusses Trump’s attacks on free media, role of voters to be educated
Congressman Jim Himes and several local and national journalists discussed the media’s role Sunday in helping educate voters amidst the government’s attacks on a free press.
With multiple project time crunches, P&Z considers options for extending Hamlet deliberations
With new tweaks to site plans, planning officials are questioning whether there is enough time to fully deliberate the Hamlet application by the June 18 deadline.
Nee’s pitching and Brundige homer dominate as Wreckers advance in Class LL State tourney
Kai Nee pitched a complete game, allowing only three hits and a trio of walks while striking out eight batters.
Aw, shucks! Donors slurp cocktails and clams to support science education
More than 160 supporters sipped cocktails and slurped oysters Saturday evening to help bridge a $50K federal funding gap for Harbor Watch.
Palmer’s Pen: Westport has its own little October surprise going on
This was supposed to be the summer of John. So much for that, as I count no less than 10 meetings in a last-minute push to get the Long Lots project approved.
Westport’s K-9 officer receives ballistic vest donation
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.
Greens Farms Academy graduates 98 at Friday commencement
The event’s keynote speaker was GFA parent Renée Elise Goldsberry, the Tony and Grammy Award-winning actress and singer.
Cultivating with Kerri: Sustainable Westport brings planet-changing practices to your yard
New initiative encourages people to grow more native plants, to care for their lawn in a more ecologically sound way, and to plant trees.
Tried and true tips for Westporters’ aching backs
Most adults experience back pain. Here are the major causes, how to avoid back pain, when to see a doctor; read all the details here.
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Say “Goodbye” to 24 Easton Road
Westport real estate news: a 70-year-old split-level on Easton Road has been approved for demolition. Read the details here.
Property Transfers May 12-16
WESTPORT — During the week of May 12-16, seven properties traded hands for a total of $23.8 million, including properties on Baldwin Place, Charcoal Hill Common, Colony Road, Main Street, Pond Edge Road, Richmondville Avenue and Sleepy Hollow.
Opinion: Online threats and judgments in soccer coach case have gone too far
WEA President Stacey Delmhorst writes: “While healthy dialogue and disagreement are expected in any passionate community, the tone, tactics, and treatment of individuals have crossed a line. “
Say “Goodbye” to 20 Sherwood Drive
Westport real estate news: a 95-year-old conventional on Sherwood Drive has been approved for demolition. Read the details here.
WAAC celebrates Egrets sculpture by Babette Bloch
Egrets, a laser-cut stainless-steel sculpture loaned to the Town of Westport by nationally recognized Redding artist Babette Bloch will be on display this weekend at Canal Green.
Westport PBA Scholarship Foundation announces annual awards to students
The Westport Police Benevolent Association Scholarship Foundation proudly awarded scholarships to 17 students attending college for the 2025-2026 school season.
Watching with Susan Granger May 29
Tom Cruise and a unicorn: Susan Granger reviews “Mission Impossible: Final Reckoning” and “Death of a Unicorn.” Read her reviews here.
A tale of two time crunches: RTM hears contradictory information on Long Lots delays
Building committee chair tells RTM members he wasn’t aware of state charter regulation requiring a two-week waiting period.
Long Lots design plan passes ARB review
Despite objections against gables in the school’s facade, ARB members applauded the use of natural features in the school’s planned central courtyard.
State departments merge, forces two-week rush to meet new Long Lots funding deadline
Town officials were notified by the state May 16 about the new June 30 deadline for funding requests, four months earlier than anticipated.
Westport receives $1 million state grant to replace Deadman Brook bridge
The 95-year-old Cross Highway bridge is slated to be replaced this summer as part of the town’s reconstruction project of the accident-prone corridor.
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