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Watching with Susan Granger: May 18
Westporter Susan Granger reviews Netflix’s “The Diplomat” and the cinematic release “Guardians of the Galaxy – Vol. 3.”
Affordable housing update: ‘Hoping for the best, expecting the worst’
Speakers at public forum agree that local control over Westport housing initiatives is most effective, but remain wary of potential state legislation that could erode zoners’ authority.
No butts at Old Mill Beach? And it’s not about smoking …
Request to place a portable toilet at the small beach gets critical reception from parks director and neighbors.
Lighting up at town beaches, rec facilities could be doused
Ban on smoking and vaping — tobacco and marijuana — under review by Parks and Recreation Commission.
Future of Long Lots School will be known in 10 weeks
Given rising enrollment, a simple renovation of the elementary school seems the least likely scenario.
Obituary: Giovanna ‘Jennie’ Caiati, 94
As a teenager, she helped her family open the landmark restaurant, The Arrow, in Saugatuck, and later opened the Blossoms Plus florist and event planning business, but she “valued family above all.”
State group honors longtime Westport Library book sales leader
Mimi Greenlee to be recognized by Friends of Connecticut Libraries for more than two decades’ commitment to Westport Library book sales and related programs.
New Greens Farms principal hired from Korean school
Brian Byrne, who previously worked in the Stamford public school district, starts work July 1 at the local elementary school.
Century-old Saugatuck storefront ready for rebirth?
New life for a long-vacant Saugatuck storefront?
Artificial Intelligence: David Pogue to decode its reality
Tech expert to explore whether evolving AI technologies are future friend or foe in May 22 program hosted by the Y’s Men.
Board wrangles over how to define, apply ‘equity’ in schools
Board of Education has another lengthy, sometimes contentious, discussion about the school district’s equity plans, which remain a work in progress.
‘Red Flag’ warning: Open burning banned in Westport
Extremely dry, warm weather conditions Tuesday, posing the threat of brush and forest fires, prompt local fire officials to ban outdoor fires until further notice.
Things really go to the dogs Sunday at Westport Dog Festival
Celebration of canines and humans who love them will take place at Winslow Park.
Downtown dilemma: Parking, shopping, business equation is elusive
As downtown planners firm up proposal to revamp Parker Harding Plaza with fewer parking spaces, merchants pushing back.
Lamont: Solve housing crunch by building more
As Westport plans another “conversation” about affordable housing, governor tells realty group that state “desperately” needs workforce as well as affordable homes.
Gas leak shuts down traffic on Post Road East
Travel in both directions, from Hillspoint Road to the Sherwood Island Connector, was temporarily cut off by emergency response early Monday afternoon.
‘Lord of the Flies’ reimagined with mixed cast at Staples
Adaptation of the classic novel will be staged May 25-28 by the Staples Players with a cast of male and female performers at the high school’s Black Box Theatre.
Y asks to host more campers, expand outdoor water activities
Westport Weston Family YMCA seeks P&Z permission to accommodate demand for popular outdoor activities, summer camp program.
Eight decades of dreams funded by Staples Tuition Grants
Program helps bridge the funding gap for students pursuing college and vocational education plans.
Police: DUI driver caused head-on crash
Collision on Compo Road South occurred when suspect veered from southbound lane into the northbound lane, police said.
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