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Westporters lend a big hand to nationwide ‘Hands Off’ protests
Throng of 1,000 gathered Saturday on Ruth Steinkraus Cohen Bridge, joining demonstrations opposing Trump/Musk policies across the country.
Crowd of VersoFest extroverts hails the Wallflowers
Band led by Jakob Dylan rocks the second night of the Westport Library’s music and culture celebration.
Property Transfers March 17-21
WESTPORT — During the week of March 17-21, five properties traded hands for a total of $11.5 million, including properties on Harbor Road, Hills Lane, Iron Gate Hill, Juniper Road and Red Coat Road (shown).
Obituary: Alan K. Nudelman
After working for IBM, he was president of Composition Materials for 30 years; also served in the Army, and is remembered for “his humor, altruism and generosity.”
Titles targeted as Staples boys lacrosse opens new season
Wreckers head to New York on Saturday for the first of many challenging matches in the ’25 campaign.
Obituary: Michael J. Hoherchak
He worked as a mechanical engineer and project manager in the pollution-control field; was a member of St. Luke parish, the Masons and Ancient Order of the Scottish Rite, and is remembered for “his kindness, generosity, and unwavering dedication to his family and friends.”
Police launch crackdown on distracted driving
Westport joins stepped-up enforcement campaign during April’s “National Distracted Driving Awareness Month.”
Patti Smith celebrated at Westport Library, denounced outside
Appearance by the singer, writer and artist, who was featured guest at VersoFest opener Thursday, protested by group saying she made antisemitic comments.
Staples PTA board pens letter opposing school cellphone ban
Staples PTA board was to present a letter protesting a proposed cell phone ban at the Board of Education meeting Thursday evening. The meeting was abruptly canceled earlier in the day without reason.
TEAM Westport scrutinizes antisemitism spike as VersoFest protest looms
Concerns about the rising number of antisemitic incidents and hate speech discussed as protest looms over singer/artist Patti Smith’s appearance Thursday night at Westport Library’s VersoFest.
Watching with Susan Granger April 3
Broadway and Netflix: Susan Granger reviews “The Picture of Dorian Gray” and “Apple Cider Vinegar.” Read her reviews here.
Souper stars: Seven restaurants named Westport’s favorite soup makers
Winners announced in “Great Westport Soup Contest,” sponsored by Westport-Weston Chamber of Commerce.
Programs on alcohol, drug abuse problems set next week
“National Public Health Week” community events designed to inform adults about how to counter substance abuse, addiction issues.
Revamped Longshore maintenance study backed with finance bucks
After sometimes heated debate, $238,000 approved Wednesday by Board of Finance to survey sites for new parks maintenance facilities.
Obituary: Richard Ernest Radez
The West Point graduate served with the Army in Vietnam and helped plan the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, D.C.; worked in the finance field, and is remembered as an “affectionate husband, father and grandfather … who valued his relationships with friends around the world.”
Say ‘Goodbye’ to 24 Ellery Lane
A permit to demolish the 69-year-old split-level has been issued.
Replacement of Saugatuck water main starts Monday
Aquarion project, along Riverside Avenue and Charles Street, expected to take several months.
New shop’s yellow storefront triggers boards’ caution
One of two new yoga clothes retailers coming to Main Street told to tone down bright design proposed for store facade.
Palmer’s Pen: Town officials need to be transparent with the public
The devil is in the details, and although public meeting notices may technically meet legal requirements, they may not serve the public well.
Patti Smith’s VersoFest appearance triggers antisemitism allegations
Social-media posts by the singer, writer and artist, scheduled to appear Thursday at Westport Library’s keynote program, called antisemitic and hate speech by local critics.
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