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$150.4M education budget backed unanimously by RTM
The largest share of Westport’s total public spending annually, the allocation for schools will rise 4.7 percent for 2025-26 fiscal year.
P&Z approves Hunt Club racquet facility; neighbors threaten suit over alleged Hamlet partnership
In a surprise move, neighbors of the Fairfield County Hunt Club threatened to sue planners against approval of racquet facility to the state superior court, alleging a partnership with developers of the Hamlet in Saugatuck.
Three wins, four days: Staples girl golfers on a roll
Wreckers vanquished Ridgefield, Danbury and Wilton last week.
Mrs. London’s sells Westport location, will reopen as French bakery Maman
Mrs. London’s, a Church Lane bakery and cafe, has been sold to and will reopen as Maman, a New York-based French bakery and hospitality group.
Donut Crazy getting booted from RR depot
Saugatuck shop has not paid rent since last August, owing more than $17,000 in unpaid fees, officials said.
Six Staples ‘Students of the Month’ named for May
The distinction is awarded to students considered “all-around good citizens” of the high school.
Staples boys volleyball takes down top-ranked Trumbull
Wreckers bounce back with decisive victory after loss to Stamford.
Thanks for the welcome, Westport. Is that a tinge of support I sense for Saugatuck City?
I’ve finally had a chance to catch up on some sleep after the late night assault that a 4.5-hour public hearing can have on a reporter’s circadian rhythms, and I’m both humbled and encouraged by the turnout I saw at Westport Town Hall last Monday night.
Report: Staples freshmen making the grade despite COVID
New data show that Class of 2028 students have overcome impact of pandemic’s remote learning policies and social isolation.
CCR tribute band rocks ‘Supper & Soul’ concert
Green River performs Creedence Clearwater Revival classics at concert capping an evening of meals and music downtown.
Winning weekend for Staples girls lacrosse: a nail-biter, then a blowout
Wreckers roll to 8-2 record for the season.
Opinion: Support superintendent’s cellphone ban before summer sets in
Staples High School parent urges fellow parents to work together to ensure that Supt. Scarice’s bell-to-bell ban at Staples is ratified for the 2025-26 school year.
Cultivating with Kerri: Mother’s Day gifts for the gardener
Gardening guru Kerri WIlliams has some great last-minute gift ideas for mothers who have a green thumb.
Town crews give the brush off to overgrowth
Trimming back vegetation obscuring sight lines at Compo intersection commended.
Prints on identity, women’s bodies showcased in exhibit
Work by Mary Scott Himes on display through May at Westport Book Shop.
Property Transfers April 14-18
Westport CT real estate sales: During the week of April 14-18, 11 properties traded hands for a total of $29.6 million. Read the details here.
Parent groups’ donations boost school programs
Staples Orphenians’s trip to international event, Coleytown Middle School auditorium’s sound system benefit from gifts to school board.
Roundtable: ”What kind of Saugatuck does Westport want?”
May 7 discussion hosted by Westport Journal will explore the neighborhood’s future as the potential for transformative change looms.
With new chief, police command staff promotions announced
Changes include new Deputy Chief David Wolf, Capt. Eric Woods and Capt. Jillian Cabana, the first woman to hold that rank in the department’s history.
Staples PTA: Before any phone ban, analyze impact
As community forum looms on “bell-to-bell” cellphone ban in Westport schools, Staples High School PTA leaders ask for pause to consider all aspects of the proposal.
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