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‘A Taste of Westport,’ a feast of food and philanthropy
May 2, 2025 | Community, Food | 0 Comments
The June 5 culinary benefit for CLASP Homes supports residential programs for adults with autism and other developmental disabilities.
Watching with Susan Granger May 1
May 1, 2025 | Arts, Visual | 0 Comments
From Bobby Darin to a feral mom: Susan Granger reviews “Just in Time” and Nightbitch.” Read her reviews here.
Staples girls tennis squad bounces back from first loss
May 1, 2025 | Education, Sports | 0 Comments
Wreckers get back to winning ways with two victories this week.
Democratic leaders favor Wistreich for ‘second’ selectman nod
May 1, 2025 | Election '25, Politics | 0 Comments
Planning and Zoning Commission member wins support from party’s Nominating Committee to be Kevin Christie’s running mate in November.
Conservation panel scrutinizes Hamlet’s impact on environment
May 1, 2025 | Government | 6 Comments
Developers contend Saugatuck development would exceed standards for environmental protection and add green space.
’Tis the season: Beach parking emblems required May 1
May 1, 2025 | Community, Government | 0 Comments
Westport’s “official” beach season gets underway as seasonal parking regulations take effect through fall.
Staples sluggers hitting their stride
May 1, 2025 | Education, Sports | 0 Comments
Winning three of their last four games, Wreckers avenged earlier loss to Greenwich.
Four teen writers honored for exploring complex issues of ‘Identity’
Apr 30, 2025 | Community, Education | 0 Comments
Staples High School students win top honors in 12th annual Teen Diversity Essay Contest, sponsored by TEAM Westport and Westport Library.
Say ‘Goodbye’ to 4 Lantern Hill Road
Apr 30, 2025 | Goodbye, Real Estate | 0 Comments
A permit to demolish the 65-year-old Colonial has been issued.
Preserving Westport’s history, one building at a time
Apr 30, 2025 | Community, Government | 0 Comments
Historic District Commission’s 2025 “Preservation Awards” recognize owners who have rehabilitated or maintained their properties’ historic character and legacy.
Police aim to spark community conversation about e-bikes
Apr 30, 2025 | Community, Police & Fire | 0 Comments
Forum on traffic laws and safety guidelines that apply to increasingly popular e-bikes set May 13 at Town Hall.
Exhibit of pioneering female photographer’s work curated by Westporter
Apr 30, 2025 | Arts, Visual | 0 Comments
Display of photos by Trude Fleischmann at Fairfield University Art Museum curated by Carey M. Weber, Westport resident and museum executive director.
Deputy Police Chief David Farrell promoted to chief’s job
Apr 29, 2025 | Government, Police & Fire | 1 Comment
A Westport officer since 2001, Farrell has risen through the ranks to succeed Chief Foti Koskinas.
Obituary: Kara Lee Enslin
Apr 29, 2025 | Obituaries | 1 Comment
She had a 20-year career in the fashion industry; loved tennis and music; volunteered for community activities, and is remembered for “gorgeous red hair, beautiful eyes, warm friendly smile and loving selfless instincts to offer anything of herself to friends, family and strangers.”
Westport Journal wins three SPJ ‘Excellence” awards
Apr 29, 2025 | Business | 0 Comments
Reporters cited in breaking news, business and education categories by state chapter of the Society of Professional Journalists.
Authors to appear Saturday at ‘Stories in Bloom’ event
Apr 29, 2025 | Business, Community | 0 Comments
Westport Book Shop to host a diverse lineup of writers and springtime activities on Jesup Green.
Hamlet hearing attracts 400 people, developers announce revamped parking and architectural changes
Apr 29, 2025 | Government | 6 Comments
The public got their first chance to voice opinions about the Hamlet as developers unveil new design features
Make an ‘Epic’ difference: Help Rotarians’ community-service projects
Apr 28, 2025 | Community | 0 Comments
Westport Sunrise Rotary and Westport Rotary clubs to join with others May 17 for regional initiatives.
Runners spring into action at Minute Man Race
Apr 28, 2025 | Community, Sports | 0 Comments
Westport Young Woman’s League springtime tradition draws crowd of more than 1,000 competitors to Compo Beach.
Police: Man hid camera in bathroom to spy on roommate
Apr 28, 2025 | Police & Fire | 0 Comments
Suspect faces voyeurism charge for allegedly filming resident of shared apartment, police said.


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