Storm Update
Westport financial advisor going to jail in false tax filings case
Thomas Pacilio was sentenced Thursday to six months in prison for filing false tax returns on income of nearly $1.5 million.
Mixed early-season results for Staples boys tennis team
Wreckers’ two victories include wins over FCIAC rivals Ridgefield and New Canaan.
Progress on blue eyesore at Old Mill Beach?
Blight Prevention Board balances caution and optimism when recognizing remedial action on blue-wrapped house at Old Mill Beach.
Pop-Ups park for new season: More slots OK’d for outdoor dining
Two more Saugatuck restaurants have secured permits to use parking spots for seasonal “Pop-Up Cafés.”
Westport’s state legislators plan coffee get-together April 18
The three-member delegation to the General Assembly will host an informal gathering with constituents.
Watching with Susan Granger: April 13
Westporter Susan Granger reviews the cinematic release “Dungeons & Dragons–Honor Among Thieves,” the off-Broadway show “Asi Wind’s Inner Circle” and Prime Video’s “The Old Way.”
Police: Another shoplifting arrest at Ulta Beauty
Suspect, allegedly involved in earlier thefts from the business, was recorded by the store’s video surveillance, police said.
Finance board fixes gaze farther than five years
A discussion about how to best plan for the town’s long-term projects highlights limitations of its expert board.
Spring in full flower …
The season’s skies are bright, bringing floral delight.
Waiver OK’d for Belgian blocks encroaching into town’s right-of-way
Selectwomen override DPW officials’ advice and approve waiver for Fairfield Avenue property’s paving stones encroaching on town property — a common violation across town.
‘Spring into Employment’ promotes jobs for people with disabilities
Program aims to encourage Westport businesses to give greater consideration to people with disabilities for job openings.
New app helps plan rides on regional transit services
“Transit Royale” app, which helps track and coordinate area bus and train ridership info, is free for state residents.
$11 million in coastal teardowns coming
Several multi-million dollar house demolitions approved.
Wreckers boys lacrosse crushes Fairfield Warde, 16-3
Staples squad racks up double digits again in third victory Tuesday.
Autopsy results awaited for probe into death of man found in pond
“Pending” autopsy results for Errol Whyte, whose body was found in an office park’s retention pond last week, will guide prospective police investigation.
Rising temps, dry conditions spark ‘Red Flag Warning’
Westporters urged to avoid open burning, which could trigger rapidly spreading brush and forest fires.
New book with rock icons’ photos rolled out
Lost photos of musicians from the 1960s and ’70s in new Michael Friedman book showcased at Westport Library program.
Health District sees pandemic permit request spike easing … maybe
House renovations and related work seen during the COVID lockdown might be easing.
Police: Health aide charged with illegal use of client’s credit card
Suspect had worked in Westport client’s home only a short time, police said.
Permission sought to raise Canal Road home above rising tides
Sign of the times? Homeowners seek to raise the flood-prone house and “give the street level … to mother nature.”
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