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Japanese traditions, culture celebrated at fall festival
Sept. 7 event will showcase traditional dance, drumming, crafts and more on Jesup Green.
‘Community Connect’ emergency response initiative launched
Free registry for Westport households and businesses will help officials refine responses to emergencies.
Framebridge puts a lot more than art in the picture
Customized framing to showcase artwork and all kinds of memorabilia offered at Westport store, the chain’s first in Connecticut.
Half a century later, Democrats’ turbulent ’68 convention remembered
Westport attorney Alan Neigher was a witness to history as a campaign staffer at the tumultuous Democratic National Convention 56 years ago in Chicago.
‘Shorefest’ supports Sherwood Island volunteers’ programs
The nonprofit’s Sept. 6 fundraiser will benefit a range of programs it provides for the state park.
High school bands ‘Jam’ in support of music nonprofit
Fairfield County Jam, an Aug. 30 battle of the bands organized by Staples High School students, benefits a nonprofit supporting lessons for under-resourced students.
New school year: Redistricting, Long Lots project top agenda
Supt. of Schools Thomas Scarice previews academic year where new student Code of Conduct and potential cellphone ban will also be issues.
Very low tides a Super Moon highlight
The lunar phenomenon in Westport skies also had a strong oceanic impact.
By nominating Harris, CT Dems see hope rekindled by Obamas
State delegation to Democrats’ national convention enthusiastic about Kamala Harris candidacy as Barack and Michelle Obama rally support Tuesday.
New map ‘pinpoints’ 1,850+ Westport traffic problems
Data, compiled from public comments about local traffic and safety issues, released by consultants on “Safe Streets and Roads for All” project.
Cheers! Early-bird ticket prices for ‘Westoberfest’
Annual craft beer and fall celebration set Sept. 21 by Westport Downtown Association.
Tree ID project takes root for Westport parks
Parks advisory group enthused about Tree Board initiative to post informative signs on parks’ trees.
Twice as nice: Rainbows glow over Westport as storm clouds clear
The rare phenomenon Monday capped an onslaught of downpours and flooding that caused widespread destruction in other parts of the state.
Phil Donahue wasn’t just seen on TV in his one-time hometown
Trailblazing television talk show host, who died Sunday, engaged with Westport community over several decades.
Westport YMCA swimmer to compete in Paris Paralympics
Matthew Torres, a member of the Y’s Water Rats team for 10 years, aiming for another medal in the 400-meter freestyle event.
Five new firefighters to be sworn in Wednesday
Public invited to attend Town Hall ceremony.
Alert: Heavy rainfall may have contaminated well water
Westporters who have private wells urged to have water quality evaluated after flooding that may have compromised water quality.
‘Cheese Fries & Chili Dips:’ Golfer reflects on mental health issues
One-man show, a personal account of trying to make the PGA tour while dealing with bipolar issues, to be performed Aug. 22-23.
Westport appears to escape worst of wet wallop
Local flooding reports less severe than nearby areas where Sunday’s heavy rain forced water rescues and evacuations — including a Wilton neighborhood on the Westport border.
Police: Juveniles caught fleeing from armed robbery
Three suspects, wanted by Trumbull police, were apprehended Sunday after eluding officers and crashing into another vehicle on Saugatuck Avenue.
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