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Staples Jazz Ensemble scores national honors
Apr 27, 2023 | Arts, Education | 0 Comments
At the National Jazz Festival, the ensemble won second place and its drummer, Witt Landau, was cited as an “outstanding musician.”
Watching with Susan Granger: April 27
Apr 27, 2023 | Arts, Visual | 0 Comments
Westporter Susan Granger reviews the new cinematic release “The Super Mario Bros. Movie,” Apple TV+’s “Ghosted” and ” Prime Video’s “65.”
Say “Goodbye” to 30 Jennie Lane
Apr 27, 2023 | Goodbye, Real Estate | 0 Comments
60-year-old Colonial gets demo permit.
Selectwomen all aboard with higher RR parking fees
Apr 27, 2023 | Government, Transportation | 0 Comments
The board sidetracked pleas to use part of the increased cost of parking permits to help subsidize the Wheels2U shuttle bus service to railroad stations.
More al fresco dining on track for Railroad Place
Apr 26, 2023 | Business, Food, Government | 0 Comments
Allium Eatery is the fourth restaurant on the street to be approved for a seasonal “Pop-Up Café” permit, allowing outdoor dining through November.
Police: ‘Irate’ parent charged after Staples confrontation
Apr 26, 2023 | Police & Fire | 0 Comments
Suspect refused to leave the high school after screaming at staffers and the school resource officer, according to the report.
Runners in Minute Man Races hit the streets Sunday
Apr 26, 2023 | Community, Sports | 0 Comments
Police issue Compo area traffic advisory as Westport Young Woman’s League organizes 44th year of the event, with 10K and 5k runs, benefiting charities.
Ed specs for Long Lots project OK’d
Apr 26, 2023 | Education, Government | 0 Comments
Plans for what is now the town’s largest elementary school envision enough space for up to 687 students, but whether it will be a new or rebuilt structure remains to be decided.
Does Maple Lane home have to allow public tours? ZBA says no
Apr 26, 2023 | Government, Real Estate | 0 Comments
ZBA strikes down a 36-year-old “very strange” requirement that the owner of an 18th Century home open the property for public tours twice a year.
Will adding students to school board make the grade?
Apr 26, 2023 | Education | 2 Comments
Board of Education members reviewing proposal to have two high school reps join their panel.
Zoners less than stoked by recreational pot sales plan
Apr 26, 2023 | Community, Government, Health | 0 Comments
One might say a request to change zoning regulations to allow the sale of recreational cannabis here was half-baked.
Obituary: Marie C. Jennings-Kamberg, 98
Apr 25, 2023 | Obituaries | 0 Comments
The former Westport resident previously ran a children’s clothing store in Ridgefield, and later lived for many years in Florida, where she enjoyed tennis and golf.
Thanks to Staples Tuition Grants, $400K post-grad help is on the way
Apr 25, 2023 | Community, Education | 0 Comments
As the program marks its 80th anniversary, the Board of Education got an update on an “amazing” year.
Staples boys lacrosse trounces Trumbull on Senior Night
Apr 25, 2023 | Education, Sports | 0 Comments
Wreckers tally 19-2 triumph as several players logged their first varsity goals Monday.
Arbor Day tree seedling give-away Friday
Apr 25, 2023 | Community, Environment, Government | 0 Comments
The free seedlings will be distributed on a first-come, first served basis at Town Hall.
Say “Goodbye” to 12 Rockyfield Road
Apr 25, 2023 | Goodbye, Real Estate | 0 Comments
1950’s split level set for demolition.
Staples baseball team batters Danbury, falls to Westhill
Apr 25, 2023 | Education, Sports | 0 Comments
Wreckers’ Chase Siegel was pitch perfect in win over Hatters.
Martha Stewart to host fundraiser for Positive Directions
Apr 25, 2023 | Community, Health | 0 Comments
June 1 event at Stewart’s former home on Turkey Hill Road will benefit local counseling nonprofit.
Ed officials schooled by P&Z, but Coleytown play area OK’d
Apr 25, 2023 | Education, Government | 0 Comments
Serious friction erupts between education and zoning officials over Coleytown Middle School play area, where work started without required approvals.
Police: ‘Extremely slow’ driver charged with DUI
Apr 24, 2023 | Police & Fire | 0 Comments
Suspect was spotted on Post Road East with vehicle’s emergency lights flashing.


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