To the editor: I have just learned that the Round Pond Association has decided that, starting from June 15, cyclists will be banned from using Round Pond Road. The only exception will be Round … more

To the editor: I am writing in reference to an article I read in the Shorelines (Thursday, June 6, 2019) regarding roadside parking in Westport Harbor. At no time has there ever been roadside … more

To the editor: Sunday, June 9, was a great day for the WES/MAC PTO, the parent-led organization that supports the Macomber Primary and Westport Elementary Schools in Westport. We hosted our 5th … more

To the editor: Well, we didn’t finally lift the FTM from the past to the present. But, we should feel relief and pride knowing that more voices were heard and listened to, representing more … more

To the editor: The results of the May 22 FTM have left our town with ethical questions. Dr. Lisa Daft was elected to serve the COA. However, during her speech, she did not disclose her conflict. … more

Welcome to Westport Health Notes, a new monthly column from the Westport Board of Health (BOH). The goal is to share information with our community about local issues and projects, public health … more

To the editor: We are writing jointly to our friends and fellow community members. We are Sam Read and Jodi Helman Multer. Many of you know us. We have an age gap of 30-plus years and we are on … more

Zoning laws in the U.S. were first enacted to protect property values and quality of life, so citizens know what their neighbor can and cannot build. Those who purchase property or have property in a … more

On May 21 the Ethics Commission issued an informal resolution and settlement by imposing a civil fine of $250 on Lieutenant Governor Daniel McKee. The fine itself was a slap on the wrist. The Lt. … more

To the editor: I wanted to reach out to make my opposition to the two-tier system known. We moved to this community three years ago solely for the educational system. We wanted to be part of a … more