Storm Update
Most of Glendinning proposal passes P&Z in split vote
Parts of the plan to add 10 residential structures to the Glendinning Place corporate campus OK’d by P&Z.
Obituary: Sybil J. Steinberg, 90
The longtime editor and critic for Publishers Weekly, who interviewed many well-known writers and whose work was nominated for the 2015 Pulitzer Prize for Criticism, also was known locally for her annual “Sybil’s List” of recommended reading at the Westport Library.
Obituary: Jane Ellen Bradford, 89
The former Westport resident was a math teacher who later transitioned to computer programming, and is remembered by family as an “active, independent and open-minded woman, especially for her generation.”
Rooms at the inn take shape as Delamar Westport rises
New hotel slated to open later this year on Post Road East site formerly occupied by the Westport Inn for decades.
19th Century barn sought for accessory dwelling unit
Many such applications have been made since town loosened zoning restrictions a few years ago.
Obituary: Melvin Katz, 92
Over a long legal career, he was considered a dean of the New York Securities Bar, and also was passionate about classical music, the New York Giants and skiing.
Whiskey-tasting fundraiser to boost AED campaign
Firefighter foundation organizing April 24 event to support efforts to provide new automated external defibrillators for all Westport’s emergency-response vehicles.
Rabbi Greg Wall to be interviewed for Legacy Project USA
The Beit Chaverim rabbi, also known for organizing the “Jazz at the Post” concert series, featured at March 27 program.
The Porch, YMCA team for new café ‘where everything is possible’
New sweet spot to relax and refresh at the Y also has a mission to help train and employ workers of different abilities.
Century-old house overlooking Compo to be razed
Historic District Commission votes unanimously to waive demolition delay.
Capital ideas: Exploring how Westport can pay for major projects
With hundreds of millions of dollars projected in capital spending, a March 26 forum will tackle how town can plan and pay for it all.
‘Work Live Ride’ housing initiative passes first legislative hurdle
Westport officials, whose ideas last year helped revise the proposal to create transit-oriented communities, still had reservations this week.
Property Transfers February 26-March 1
WESTPORT — During the week of Feb. 26-March 1, eight properties traded hands for a total of $15.5 million, including properties on Bayberry Lane, Beltas Farm Lane, Crooked Mile Road (shown), Lansdowne, Maple Lane, Richmondville Avenue, Stony Pt Road W and Summer Hill Road.
Traffic advisory: Cribari bridge closed to traffic overnight Monday
Mechanical repairs to historic swing bridge planned as state officials review request to design extensive repairs or replacement of span over Saugatuck River.
Re-imagining Jesup’s future: Park, play — and garden?
Downtown planners review status of plans for more parking at Jesup Green, and possibly adding a playground — and maybe even community gardens.
Unnamed Post Road drive-through application withdrawn
How Big Y instead of Amazon Fresh coming to town affects plans at Post Plaza shopping center remains to be seen.
Opinion: Westport’s charter, zoning regulations overdue for change
Writer suggests that updating and clarifying both documents “will go a long way toward facilitating effective governance in the foreseeable future” and help avoid current controversies.
Westport actress to recount ‘serendipitous’ life at playhouse
Jean Louisa Kelly’s “Mic in Hand” presentation set April 4.
Poetry contest rolled out by transit district
Acrostic-style poems, highlighting the Wheels2U shuttle bus service, accepted through March 30.
Watching with Susan Granger March 14
Westporter Susan Granger reviews two streaming movies: “Spaceman,” featuring Adam Sandler, and “The Boys on the Boat,” directed by George Clooney.
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