Storm Update
Emergency Personnel Attend to Downtown Fire
Feb 16, 2022 | Community, Police & Fire | 0 Comments
The historic National Hall building on the west side of the Post Road bridge downtown was spared serious damage by Westport Fire Department, aided by other emergency personnel. (Photos by Jarret Liotta)
Fire Doused at Downtown Building, Major Roads, Bridge Reopen
Feb 15, 2022 | Police & Fire | 0 Comments
Traffic downtown was snarled in every direction as firefighters were dispatched to the scene of a fire reported at the National Hall building.
St. Joseph Dominates Staples, 45-20
Feb 15, 2022 | Education, Sports | 0 Comments
St. Joseph Remains Undefeated in FCIAC
Westport Library Books Shonda Rhimes
Feb 15, 2022 | Community, Performing | 1 Comment
“Booked for the Evening” program will host global media maven Shonda Rhimes at June 1 event.
Staples Senior Swimmers, Divers Honored Ahead of FCIACs
Feb 15, 2022 | Education, Sports | 0 Comments
The team’s record for the season now stands at 4-4.
Voices Cafe Program to Explore Racial Issues ‘Deeper Than The Skin’
Feb 15, 2022 | Arts, Community, Performing | 0 Comments
Duo to perform Feb. 20 at the Unitarian Church in Westport.
Steinberg Tells Rally State Needs to ‘Stem Tide of Gun Violence’
Feb 15, 2022 | Government | 2 Comments
Westport lawmaker wants General Assembly to improve “piecemeal” efforts to address problems since Sandy Hook mass shooting.
Local Preservationist Aims to Save Historic Urban Homes
Feb 14, 2022 | Community, Real Estate, Visual | 1 Comment
New fund set up by Westport preservationist Ed Gerber helps homeowners in Connecticut cities restore their historic dwellings.
California-Based Women’s Clothing Brand Opens Westport Shop
Feb 14, 2022 | Business | 0 Comments
Brochu Walker open its first East Coast store on Westport’s Main Street.
Letter To The Editor …
Feb 14, 2022 | Community, Education, Government, Opinion | 0 Comments
Parent argues against influence TEAM Westport seems to wield over town in “cancelling” views of others.
Old Mill Teardown: Even Historic Panel Is Glad to See It Go
Feb 14, 2022 | Goodbye, Government, Real Estate | 0 Comments
Members of Historic District Commission won’t delay demolition of Hillspoint house described as “bizarre.”
From The Editor’s Desk: Pooping Out the Past
Feb 14, 2022 | Community, Opinion | 3 Comments
By Jarret Liotta
Virtual Worship Services Here to Stay
Feb 13, 2022 | Community | 0 Comments
New technological investments expand reach of religious services. (Story by Gretchen Webster)
Obituary: Bernard Philip Esselink, 81
Feb 13, 2022 | Obituaries | 0 Comments
The Westport resident had worked for the United Nations and, later, Colgate-Palmolive.
Prevention Coalition to Host ‘Mindful Drinking’ Roundtable
Feb 13, 2022 | Community, Health | 0 Comments
Online program to focus on changes caused by alcohol consumption during the pandemic.
About 3″ …
Feb 13, 2022 | Community | 0 Comments
Snow quietly covers town in the early-morning hours.
Staples Wrecks Hilltoppers
Feb 13, 2022 | Education, Sports | 1 Comment
Staples 76, Bridgeport Central 32
Roses Are Red … and Pink … and Lavender …
Feb 13, 2022 | Community, Living, Visual | 0 Comments
Local florist prepares for Valentine’s Day sales. (Photos by Jarret Liotta)
Property Transfers Jan. 24–28
Feb 12, 2022 | Property Transfers | 0 Comments
Ten properties changed hands, including properties on Bayberry Lane (2), Compo Road S, Cross Highway (shown), Morningside Drive S, Newtown Turnpike, Post Road E, Ridgewood Lane, Riverview Road and Terra Nova Circle.
Staples Dominates Stamford
Feb 12, 2022 | Education, Sports | 0 Comments
Staples 62–Stamford 32


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