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Police: NY woman had role in $100K check-theft scheme
Suspect played “small” part in multi-state plot swiping nine checks valued at more than $100,000 mailed by a business, police said.
Tooker, Goldstein to deliver ‘State of the Town’ report
First selectwoman, school board chairwoman to present their views on the often-contentious past year … and what lies ahead.
Opinion: Westport Baseball calls for new Long Lots now, decide fair use of fields later
Nonprofit youth sports group, in statement to Planning and Zoning Commission, advocates for new elementary school without delay, but adds: “It is our understanding that P&Z has required an express prohibition on baseball in order to approve the forthcoming 8-24 application …” and asks that baseball not be excluded from future play on revamped Long Lots fields.
‘Fashionably Westport’ rolling out the runway March 28
Latest styles from local retailers and salons showcased at fourth annual benefit event organized by Westport Downtown Association.
Police: $250 check stolen, forged for $17K deposit
Another check altered after being stolen from the mail in Westport, police said.
Letter: Don’t forget special-needs preschoolers in P&Z Long Lots vote
Writers say new Stepping Stones Preschool is critical element of plans for elementary school project.
A new day for play: Redesign of Compo playground taking shape
Preliminary plans to renovate Compo Beach play area shared with community for feedback.
RTM panel tackles impact of climate change on Westport
Year-long project launched to find solutions to local flooding and related issues caused by climate dynamics.
Free help preparing income taxes available
Program again offered to Westport senior citizens and low- to moderate-income households.
Large Sylvan Road North property to be divided
Property to be re-subdivided once stretched to Nash’s Pond.
Higher park/rec fees in play to cover town costs
Cost-recovery program triggers across-the-board increases as officials address “out-of-date” fees.
Opinion: Why the debate over new Long Lots when solution is obvious?
Writer says: “Why must parents fight and beg for pragmatism and reason to prevail to protect their children from substandard learning environments? … How can this be such a divisive issue?”
Letter: Is ‘historical society’ concerned about Colonial-era house?
Writer questions the role of Westport Museum for History and Culture, and asks whether it remains interested in helping to preserve Westport’s Colonial history.
Property Transfers January 1-5
WESTPORT–During the week of January 1-5, eight properties changed hands for a total of $16.9 million, including properties on Burr Farms Road (shown), Butternut Lane, Greens Farms Road, Jesup Road, Lowlyn Road, Morningside Drive S, Pony Lane (shown) and Summer Hill Road.
Two Staples students selected as first representatives to school board
Anya Nair, a senior, and Calum Madigan, a junior, will begin serving as non-voting members of the Board of Education at Jan. 25 meeting.
Biden, Trump both face three rivals in state’s presidential primaries
The April 2 contests will be the first where “early” in-person balloting is allowed in Connecticut.
Staples boys basketball aims to rebound after two losses
Sam Clachko amassed 52 points in games against Norwalk and Stamford.
Democrats to vote on two nominees for open seats on town boards
Full town committee to act Monday on recommended endorsements of Abby Gordon-Tolan for Board of Education seat and Joe Scordato for spot on Zoning Board of Appeals.
Obituary: Claire Marie Sansone, 85
She worked for more than a decade as a state social worker who “lovingly placed foster children in safe homes and arranged adoptions for caring families,” and loved to spend time with her own family most of all.
How Westporters manage stress sans alcohol
While many Westporters celebrate a completely “Dry January,” others look for ways to minimize alcohol consumption.
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