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Another Post Road office complex sues town over assessments
Jul 5, 2024 | Government, Real Estate | 1 Comment
Atlanta group asserts tax bill for office complex housing Hartford Healthcare is unfair.
Letter: ‘Fundamental’ change needed in approach to homelessness
Jul 5, 2024 | Opinion | 0 Comments
Opening Doors Fairfield County coalition writes that Supreme Court ruling allowing communities to criminalize homeless sleeping outdoors “does not solve homelessness and only penalizes our citizens most in need.”
Police: DUI driver had illegal drugs
Jul 5, 2024 | Police & Fire | 0 Comments
Suspect crashed into a telephone pole and curb on Post Road East and then left the scene, police said.
Watching with Susan Granger July 4
Jul 4, 2024 | Arts, Visual | 0 Comments
Westporter Susan Granger reviews the cinematic release “Thelma” and the eight-episode “Lawmen: Bass Reeves” on Paramount+.
On July 4, a good day to step back into Westport’s history
Jul 4, 2024 | Community, Government | 0 Comments
The Jennings Trail, linking local sites of historical significance, to be expanded.
Pay for play: Group planning new Compo playground seeks support
Jul 3, 2024 | Community | 2 Comments
Fundraising campaign launched to help rebuild the beach playground, a community initiative set to begin next April.
Should town step back from closing off Church Lane?
Jul 3, 2024 | Business, Community, Government | 14 Comments
“Pedestrianized” street causing traffic and parking problems to spill over to other parts of downtown, some merchants say.
Fireworks light up the sky at Compo Beach
Jul 3, 2024 | Community, Living | 0 Comments
Half-hour pyrotechnic barrage a crowd-pleaser.
Shore looks better: Kayak flotilla buoys waterfront cleanup
Jul 2, 2024 | Community, Environment | 0 Comments
Volunteers organized by Longshore Sailing School launch effort to spruce up Westport’s shoreline.
Photos showcased in exhibit at Westport Book Shop
Jul 2, 2024 | Arts, Business | 0 Comments
Julie O’Connor’s photographs featured in July artist-of-the-month display.
New board members named by Westport Library
Jul 2, 2024 | Community, Government | 0 Comments
Pat Wieser starts first full term as president of the library’s board.
Ethan Allen to host display of art work
Jul 2, 2024 | Arts, Business | 0 Comments
Members of Artists Collective of Westport to show work at the store through July.
Marsan sworn in as fire chief: ‘Mission first, people always’
Jul 2, 2024 | Government, Police & Fire | 0 Comments
The new chief, who also is the town’s emergency management director, has been a Westport firefighter since 2007.
No everyday listing: Multimillion-dollar foreclosure auction
Jul 2, 2024 | Government, Real Estate | 0 Comments
5,000-square-foot home with five bedrooms and six baths up for grabs.
Ground game for Independence Day sky show
Jul 1, 2024 | Community, Police & Fire | 0 Comments
Police issue access and traffic advisories for fireworks display over Compo Beach on Tuesday.
Update: Man charged with possessing child porn worked for YMCA
Jul 1, 2024 | Police & Fire | 1 Comment
Westport Weston Family YMCA official said suspect was “immediately terminated” after his arrest, which took place after police investigated a cybertip about “questionable” search history.
Alert: Tree topples onto Easton Road, hitting car, disrupting power
Jul 1, 2024 | Community, Police & Fire | 0 Comments
The road will be closed Monday, near its intersection with North Avenue, while emergency operations take place.
Let there be lights? Planners tackle athletic field challenges
Jul 1, 2024 | Community, Government, Sports | 0 Comments
P&Z group focusing on concept that different fields should be treated differently, as neighbors weigh in with concerns about new lighting for town fields.
‘Great Duck Race’ makes a splash for Sunrise Rotary
Jun 30, 2024 | Community | 0 Comments
The 15th annual event Saturday drew thousands to cheer on a flotilla of faux fowl, helping feather the club’s nest for charitable initiatives.
Coleytown El playground upgrades pass P&Z
Jun 30, 2024 | Education, Government, Real Estate | 0 Comments
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