Obituary: Janet Francis Filling
Janet Francis Filling, Trinity College (Washington D.C.) grad, Westport resident and former American Red Cross leader, passed away.
Staples’ Ogunkoya takes gold in the long jump
Dr. Wole Ogunkoya, a Staples H.S. social studies teacher and track coach, won the national M45-49 long jump title at the 2026 USATF championships in New Mexico.
Defensive intensity helps Wreckers to second straight FCIAC crown
Sam Clachko gets in on the action in a big way with MVP honors after missing last year’s championship due to injury
“Snow White & The Seven Shopkeepers” puts modern spin on classic fairy tale
Downtown Cabaret Theatre has introduced a modern reimagining of a classic fairy tale, setting the Snow White story within the “once-magical kingdom” of a shopping mall.
Back to back! Boys win another FCIAC title, girls’ comeback falls short
Staples boys basketball makes it two FCIAC titles in a row with a win over Ridgefield. The girls fought hard but could not overcome an early Greenwich lead. #StaplesBasketball #FCIAC #HighSchoolSports #Wreckers #GreenwichCardinals #RidgefieldTigers
Long Lots construction bids to be opened today
Plans for the new Long Lots Elementary School reach a milestone today when the town opens bids from construction companies vying to build it.
Cops: Westport man attempted to strangle a pregnant woman
Tae Juan Foskey, a Westport man, faces multiple felony and misdemeanor charges, including the attempted strangulation of a pregnant woman.
Staples’ Francis’ cited at science and humanities symposium
Staples High School senior Nolan Francis received top honors at the 63rd Annual Connecticut High School Science and Humanities Symposium.
P&Z Discusses Drainage in Quiet Meeting
The Westport P&Z commission considered changing drainage requirements to better protect properties against flooding and increased rainfall from climate change.
Several local venues offering concert music for Connecticut Orchestra Month
Orchestras from southwestern Connecticut, and throughout the state, are inviting audiences to experience the beauty of classical music during Connecticut Orchestra Month.
RTM: Keep trucks off Cribari Bridge
The Representative Town Meeting (RTM) voted to request that any State Upgrade of the William F. Cribari Bridge add pedestrian and bike lanes – but continue to bar tractor-trailer trucks.
School calendar update
School Superintendent Thomas Scarice proposes a new plan to end the student School year on Thursday, June 18, pending Board of Education approval.
Watching “28 Years Later: The Bone Temple” with Susan Granger
Susan Granger reviews the latest installment in the dystopian 28 Days Later franchise, featuring Dr. Ian Kelson and the ominous Bone Temple.
Staples boys to take on Ridgefield in FCIAC title game
Wreckers defeat Ludlowe in semifinal and will tangle with Ridgefield Tigers Wednesday night at Fairfield University.
Wonder brings mix-and-match cuisine concept to Westport
Wonder, the unique dining concept offering diverse cuisines from steaks to poke bowls, is officially opening in Westport.
Girls basketball team to go for first FCIAC title in 30+ years
Wreckers defeat Stamford in semis, will look to avenge regular-season loss to Greenwich in pinnacle battle
Westport Book Shop displays Dhilan Patel art
Staples high school senior Dhilan Patel is exhibiting archival prints of his paintings and drawings at the Westport book shop through March.
Author talk to examine the intersection between information, disinformation, and politics
An upcoming talk at the Fairfield University Humanities Institute will discuss disinformation and the question of whether efforts to push back against it are being used as a way to quash political dissent.
Road hazards force schools, library to close
Westport schools and the Westport Library are closed today due to hazardous road conditions. Weather Underground predicts rain this afternoon.
RTM to continue Cribari Bridge discussion tonight
The RTM is scheduled to continue a discussion to address the DOT’s plans to replace or rehabilitate the William F. Cribari Bridge.
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