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Dedication of sculpture hailed as symbol of Westport’s arts legacy
WESTPORT — The town’s legacy as a haven for artists was recognized Saturday at the ceremonial dedication of a sculpture in Pasacreta Park. With the Saugatuck River as a backdrop, the sculpture by artist and longtime Westport resident Niki Ketchman stood solidly in its new home as a crowd of about 40 people gathered.
Popular Westport Waterfront Restaurant Adds Patio Dining
Arezzo Ristorante & Bar in Westport, located along the Saugatuck River, unveiled its new patio bar this week, complete with a full-service bar. The restaurant, known for its authentic Italian food and drinks, and expansive wine list, said the new patio offers picturesque views of the Post Road Bridge leading into downtown Westport.
Letter: No room at the inn for enlarged patio to drink outdoors
This letter to the editor pertains to the Longshore Improvement Plan, in particular to the Longshore Inn Architectural Review Board meeting on April 23 and the upcoming P&Z meeting on May 6. As longtime residents in Westport, my husband and I were taken aback by the planned massive radical changes...
Quiet Heroes of New Canaan: Scarlett MacAllister
Though New Canaan’s Scarlett MacAllister, 13, was just three weeks old when she was diagnosed with cystic fibrosis—a rare, genetic, life-threatening disease that makes it difficult to breathe—the condition has never defined her, according to those who know her best. Instead, said Sheena DiMatteo, head coach of...
Broadway Bound Theatre Festival Unveils 2024 Season Featuring Seven New Plays
Broadway Bound Theatre Festival in partnership with The Town Players of Connecticut has revealed its 2024 season this summer at the Powerhouse Theatre in Waveny Park in New Canaan. "Our first year in Connecticut, we're pleased to offer something for everyone," BBTF Festival Director Lenore Skomal said. "We're so proud...
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