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Monday, July 27, 2009

07/27/09 The Raw Westport News Feed By Robo Blogger (Updated)

Comprehensive News Feed for Westport, CT.
  • Training for the Real Thing
    posted on July 27, 2009 10:06:00 pm
    Members of the Westport Fire Department took part Sunday in a training exercise at a house to be demolished on Turkey Hill Road South.
  • Making the Cut
    posted on July 27, 2009 10:05:53 pm
    A Westport Fire Department training exercise Sunday at a house to be demolished on Turkey Hill Road South involving opening a hole in the roof to allow escape of smoke and toxic fumes.
  • The Fairfield County Morning News with John LaBarca
    posted on July 27, 2009 08:45:58 pm
    ... time to stop today coffee at least -- by hammer don't count because they are. And no worries into the center of Westport -- for the coffee and paper no constitute Darien to appear catching that. Paper carpet before the train no problems and 95 ...
  • Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued
    posted on July 27, 2009 08:11:04 am
    The National Weather Service in Upton, N.Y. has issued a sever thunderstorm warning for Westport and area until 6:45 p.m. 07/26 06:35 PM Comments
  • Severe Thunderstorm Watch Issued
    posted on July 27, 2009 06:36:09 am
    The National Weather Service in Upton, N.Y. has issued a severe thunderstorm watch for Westport and area until 11 p.m. 07/26 05:40 PM Comments
  • Comings and Goings: AmySimon Fine Art Relocates
    posted on July 27, 2009 03:31:46 am
    Amy Simon Fine Art, formerly at Westport's Playhouse Square, has relocated to the Old Sasco Mill,1869 Post Road East.
  • Flash Flood Watch Issued
    posted on July 26, 2009 09:28:03 pm
    The National Weather Service in Upton, N.Y. has issued a flash flood watch for Westport and area from noon today until late tonight.
  • Taking in the View
    posted on July 26, 2009 03:17:00 pm
    A couple took in the view of Long Island Sound waters today from Westport's Longshore Club Park.
  • Kayaking for a Good Cause
    posted on July 26, 2009 10:38:06 am
    Westporter June Eichbaum completed a 14-mile Long Island Sound kayak crossing today in the ninth annual Kayak for a Cause fund-raiser.The event featured more than 200 individuals who participated on behalf of a half dozen local charities.
  • Working the Garden
    posted on July 26, 2009 08:46:15 am
    Some gardeners at the Westport Community Gardens on Hyde Lane were busy today working their plots during a garden open house for the community.
  • Westport Community Gardens Welcomes Visitors
    posted on July 26, 2009 08:46:07 am
    The Westport Community Gardens on Hyde Lane held an open house for the community today to show off their efforts.
  • Lending a Hand
    posted on July 26, 2009 07:32:02 am
    Kate Greenberg and her daughter Hannah, a Staples junior, work together today as planting began at the new Staples Edible Garden at Westport's Staples High School.
  • Planting Under Way at Staples Edible Garden
    posted on July 26, 2009 07:31:54 am
    Planting got under way today at the new Staples Edible Garden at Westport's Staples High School.
  • Kicking Off the Staples Edible Garden
    posted on July 26, 2009 07:30:00 am
    Westport First Selectman Gordon F. Joseloff stopped by to congratulate and pose for a picture with volunteers planting the Staples Edible Garden at Staples High School today.
  • Westport Rotary Centennial House a Reality
    posted on July 26, 2009 07:21:00 am
    After five years of efforts, Westport's Interfaith Housing Association/Homes of Hope finally was able today to dedicate its new supportive housing facility at 10 West End Ave.
  • A Dream Come True
    posted on July 26, 2009 07:13:00 am
    Westport's Interfaith Housing Association /Homes of Hope cut the ribbon today for its new supportive housing facility at 10 West End Ave.
  • Westport Rotarians View Centennial House
    posted on July 26, 2009 07:10:00 am
    Members of Westport's two Rotary clubs posed for a picture today in front of the new Westport Rotary Centennial House at 10 West End Ave.
  • Westport man collects bikes for the needy
    posted on July 25, 2009 04:52:04 pm
    ... who needed them. These bikes are all part of the Connecticut Bike Project, an effort started last September by Westport resident Brooks Sumberg, a semi-retired businessman and entrepreneur. He began the project after a visit to his local dump, where ...
  • Pastel Scene
    posted on July 25, 2009 03:03:00 pm
    Resembling a colorful summer tableau that an artist might appreciate, a group of visitors enjoyed their ice cream treats by the Saugatuck River in Westport's center on .
  • Stranded
    posted on July 25, 2009 02:54:30 pm
    ... Conductors said the train could not move until the signals were restored. Many Westporters took cabs to the Westport station instead of waiting for the signals to be repaired. Train service was delayed at least 45 minutes. (CLICK TO ENLARGE) ...

Thursday, July 23, 2009

07/23/09 The Raw Westport News Feed By Robo Blogger (Updated)

  • Relaxing at Compo
    posted on July 23, 2009 03:45:48 pm
    A young visitor to Westport's Compo Beach on Wednesday relaxes at the cannons while keeping in touch electronically.
  • Bill passed preventing Lyme treating doctors from prosecution
    posted on July 23, 2009 02:29:07 pm
    ... "It's like a perfect storm of activism that took place," said State Rep. Kim Fawcett, who represents Fairfield and Westport. "You had all of the pieces come together perfectly. There are three things that you need: legislative leadership, local ...
  • Fairfield cops seek bank holdup suspects
    posted on July 23, 2009 02:09:46 pm
    ... Fairfield holdup, the pair is believed to be responsible for robberies at banks in Norwalk on May 4 and June 11; Westport on May 8, 15 and 16; Stamford on May 30 and June 23, and Darien on June 10 and July 7. "They never ask for a specific amount," ...
  • Smiles at the Levitt
    posted on July 23, 2009 11:57:22 am
    Tonight's Westport Levitt Pavilion performance by the Circo Comedia duo of Jean Saucier and Patrick Cote of Montreal brought smiles to the audience of young and old.
  • Despite increase in Danbury-area business closures, state report finds positive signs
    posted on July 23, 2009 11:52:04 am
    ... John Harris decided to get back into the restaurant business. He had owned restaurants in London, New York and Westport. He opened The White Horse Country Pub and Restaurant in Marble Dale about four weeks ago. "We've been jammed to the gills," he ...
  • Parker Kligerman Is a Name to Remember for Racing Fans
    posted on July 23, 2009 09:35:54 am
    Ron Hornaday isn't the only one dominating a series nowadays. For people who watch the ARCA RE/MAX Series, they will tell you about an 18-year-old kid from Westport, Conn.
  • Suffield: Rell Reappoints Suffield Resident To CHFA
    posted on July 23, 2009 08:17:37 am
    ... for families and the elderly. Guilmartin is a consultant for NuPower, LLC, a renewable energy company based in Westport. He previously served as Chair of the Suffield Planning and Zoning Commission. "Scott is committed to improving our state's ...
  • Flood Watch Issued
    posted on July 23, 2009 07:19:20 am
    The National Weather Service in Upton, N.Y. has issued a flood watch for Westport and area from tonight through Friday afternoon.
  • Compo Cove Play
    posted on July 23, 2009 07:19:16 am
    Today's good weather attracted people, birds, and dogs to Westport's Compo Cove area.

Wednesday, July 22, 2009

07/22/09 The Taw Westport News Feed By Westport Roundup


'Most Trusted Man' remembered in Westport
Westport-News - Westport,CT,USA
Howard Matson, a senior vice president with Wells Fargo Advisors in Westport, served two terms as international president of the Circumnavigators Club, ...
New FEMA Maps Add 73 Westport Homes to Flood Zone
Westport Now - Westport,CT,USA
Seventy-three Westport homeowners are in for a surprise—the federal government has declared that their properties are in a flood zone. ...

WestportNow.com - Westport, Connecticut's 24-hours News and ...
By Gordon Joseloff
Contributed photoComedian Bill Cosby will be performing two shows on Sunday, Oct. 4 at the Klein Memorial Auditorium in Bridgeport to benefit of the Westport nonprofit agency Homes with Hope/IHA which aids the homeless in the community. ...
WestportNow - http://www.westportnow.com/


07/22/09 The Raw Westport News Feed By Robo Blogger (Updated)

Coastal Flood Advisory Updateposted on July 22, 2009 10:46:29 pmThe National Weather Service in Upton, N.Y. has issued a coastal flood advisory for Westport and area from 8 p.m. today to 2 a.m. Thursday.

Pansoft Company Limited Announces Annual Shareholder Meeting Resultsposted on July 22, 2009 10:03:37 pmJINAN, China & WESTPORT, Conn.-- --Pansoft Company Limited , a leading ERP software solutions and services provider for the oil and gas industry in China, held its annual meeting of shareholders on July 20, 2009.

Bill Cosby Performances to Benefit Westport's IHAposted on July 22, 2009 06:58:47 pmComedian Bill Cosby will be performing two shows on Sunday, Oct. 4 at the Klein Memorial Auditorium in Bridgeport to benefit of the Westport nonprofit agency Homes with Hope/IHA which aids the homeless in the community.

Nature center provides insider view of marine lifeposted on July 22, 2009 05:50:12 pm... since she's never seen a shark before. She had come all the way from London with her family to spend the summer in Westport. "I think [my favorite part] was when I saw the brain and it was tiny," she said. Her younger brother, Alex, 5, also enjoyed ...

Money-Smart Kidsposted on July 22, 2009 05:50:02 pm... child. These ideas will serve as a good start to helping your children develop good credit habits. Tom Henske, a Westport resident and partner with Lenox Advisors, a wealth management firm with offices in New York City and Stamford, developed the ...

Connecticut's new online insurance information centerposted on July 22, 2009 05:49:55 pm... the insurance industry. Sheena Tracy and Tim Tracy Jr. head the new online company, based at 19 South Compo Road in Westport. The brother-and- sister duo have partnered with their father, Tim Tracy Sr., who heads the parent company, Gerard B. Tracy ...

'Most Trusted Man' remembered in Westportposted on July 22, 2009 05:49:54 pm... throughout his life, you'd do all right." Howard Matson, a senior vice president with Wells Fargo Advisors in Westport, served two terms as international president of the Circumnavigators Club, an organization founded in 1902 for those who have ...

Another Viewposted on July 22, 2009 03:27:20 pmA photo of a sunrise at Westport's Compo Beach on WestportNow prompted this reader submission of a recent similar scene shot while fly fishing.

Another Backyard Visitor: Snake in the Grassposted on July 22, 2009 02:37:00 pmFollowing the sharing earlier today by a Westport family of a photo of backyard visit by a hawk, the Mello family sent WestportNow a picture of their weekend Westport backyard visitor.

The Role of Sunspots and Solar Winds in Climate Changeposted on July 22, 2009 01:53:54 pm... is produced by E/The Environmental Magazine. SEND YOUR ENVIRONMENTAL QUESTIONS TO: EarthTalk , P.O. Box 5098, Westport, CT 06881; earthtalk@emagazine.com . Read past columns at: . EarthTalk is now a book! ...

Young Fans Turn Out for Girl Authorityposted on July 22, 2009 01:07:08 pmYoung fans were not deterred by Westport's stormy weather tonight when the Levitt Pavilion moved its performance by the American pop girl group Girl Authority to an indoor venue at the Saugatuck Elementary School auditorium.

Learning About Community in a Small Argentine Villageposted on July 22, 2009 11:09:00 amWestporter Brandon Davis, who recently returned from a nine months residence in a remote region of Argentina as a Rotary exchange student, told the Westport Rotary Club today that, above all, he learned that "the community needs to be an extension of your family." Davis was the salutatorian of the Staples High School class of '08 and delayed his ...

Away They Goposted on July 22, 2009 10:17:00 amBooks that were left over at the end of the four-day Westport Library summer sale were rolled away today to be sold whole or shredded to recycle the paper.

Last Day Bargainposted on July 22, 2009 10:02:01 amToday was the final day of the Westport Library summer book sale and while the books were free for the taking, contributions were greatly appreciated.

Making It Official: Anderson-LaFleur GOP Choicesposted on July 21, 2009 03:00:00 pmFollowing the unanimous recommendation of its Nominating Committee, the Westport Republican Town Committee tonight officially endorsed Gavin Anderson and Kristin LaFleur as nominees for First and Second Selectman for this fall's election.

Coach, ex-NBA all-star asked for leniency for Iatiposted on July 22, 2009 09:47:19 am... Documents filed in the U.S. District Court of Connecticut state that Iati, president of Great River Capital, a Westport, Conn., jewelry marketing company, tried to recoup a business loss by funneling money invested in his company into a real estate ...

Coastal Flood Advisory Issuedposted on July 22, 2009 07:14:19 amThe National Weather Service in Upton, N.Y. has issued a coastal flood advisory for Westport and area in effect from 7 p.m. to 1 a.m. Wednesday.

New FEMA Maps Add 73 Westport Homes to Flood Zoneposted on July 22, 2009 07:14:13 amSeventy-three Westport homeowners are in for a surprise - the federal government has declared that their properties are in a flood zone.

Former Connecticut Businessman Sentenced for Stealing Investor Fundsposted on July 21, 2009 05:33:04 am... filed with the Court and statements made in court, ANTHONY IATI and his company, Great River Capital LLC of Westport, Connecticut, sold jewelry to department stores. In order to finance the company while the company awaited payment from its ...

Tuesday, July 21, 2009

07/21/09 The Raw Westport News Feed

Septic Survey Under Way in Westport Neighborhoods
Westport Now - Westport,CT,USA
A group of Westport volunteers is conducting a door-to-door survey of Westport homes in an effort to improve the quality and integrity of the town's water ...
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WestportNow.com - Westport, Connecticut's 24-hours News and ...
By Gordon Joseloff
The volunteers, armed with identification from the Westport Weston Health District, will ask residents if they have a septic system and if they do, whether they know how to properly care for it, according to a news release today. ...
WestportNow - http://www.westportnow.com/
New Construction … Spectacular Estate in Prestigious Greens Farms ...
By admin
This home promises to be the crown jewel 21 Turkey Hill Circle among many gems. View additional photos. Miriam Luck and Dee Cohen Coldwell Banker Westport Riverside 203-858-8568 / 203-856-2336. Homes@WeKnowWestport.com ...
Westport and Weston CT Real Estate News - http://weknowwestport.com/blog/
Fairfield County Food Bytes: Westport House of Pancakes
By Sanders
Westport House of Pancakes 203-454-9709. 520 Post Rd. E Westport, CT 06880. I've been wanting to try WHOP for a while now, mostly because of the mystery behind it. Has anyone in Westport ever been here? Is it related to IHOP? ...
Fairfield County Food Bytes - http://fcfoodbytes.blogspot.com/

Monday, July 20, 2009

07/20/09 The Raw Westport News Feed

Former Westport Businessman Sentenced in Fraud Scheme
Westport Now
The owner of a former Westport investment firm was sentenced to 20 months in prison today in federal court in New Haven after pleading guilty to interstate ...

WestportNow.com - Westport, Connecticut's 24-hours News and ...
By Lee Fleming (Co-Editor/Webmaster)
10 a.m. - 4 p.m. - Westport Historical Society - "Years in the Making: Ageless Artists, Ageless Art" 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. - Westport Historical Society - "Heads & Hands" by Kristin Rasich Fox 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. - Westport Arts Center - "Group ...
WestportNow - http://www.westportnow.com/
Gallery News - Norwalk News - The Hour
By The Hour Staff
9 at Westport Art Center, 51 Riverside Ave. in Westport. McGehean's work redefines the term belles letters -- literature that is regarded as fine art. Significant photos of inconsequential moments are further articulated with prose to ...
The Hour Headlines - http://www.thehour.com/
CHEF TAIBE LEAVING NAPA & CO., PLANS WPT RESTAURANT - The Lunch ...
By Chris Preovolos
Taibe, a Weston resident, is planning to open a new restaurant in Westport by the end of summer. Via email, Taibe offers this regarding his new venture, "The concept: old reclaimed barn wood, open kitchen, super casual farmhouse feel. ...
The Lunch Break Chronicles - http://blog.ctnews.com/lunchbreak/

Sunday, July 19, 2009

07/19/09 The Raw Westport News Feed

'Sweet Potato Pie and Such' at Westport Country Playhouse
Connectcut Plus - Hartford,CT,USA
Queen Nur's "Sweet Potato Pie and Such" will be presented by TheatreWorksUSA on Sunday, July 19, 1 and 4 pm Incomparable storyteller Karen Nur El-Amin ...
Hartford Courant
Parker Kligerman Keeps ARCA RE/MAX Series Streaking Rolling ...
Hartford Courant - United States
Westport teenager Parker Kligerman went low to pass Grant Enfinger coming off turn 4 on the final lap to win the ARCA RE/MAX Series Click It Or Ticket ...

Westport Connecticut Wedding: Inn at Longshore: Andrea and Nick ...
By CreativeImageCollections
Venue: Inn at Longshore, Westport Connecticut. Menus, programs, and table cards were custom designed by the Groom, Nicholas Tidrick. Bridal attendants jewelry was custom designed by the Bride, Andrea Tidrick. dress1-copywc1 ...
The Wedding Chicks - http://weddingchicks.com/
WestportNow.com - Westport, Connecticut's 24-hours News and ...
By Gordon Joseloff
Westport First Selectman Gordon F. Joseloff appeared on CNN tonight to talk about his years working with Walter Cronkite. The CNN appearance along with interviews on several Connecticut television stations followed WestportNow's ...
WestportNow - http://www.westportnow.com/

Westport man friends with Cronkite wtnhcom
WTNH.com is Connecticut's leader for breaking news, traffic and weather in New Haven, Hartford, New London and surrounding areas.

Saturday, July 18, 2009

07/18/09 The Raw Westport News Feed

Westport Arts Center Member Show Debuts
Westport Now - Westport,CT,USA
The Westport Arts Center non-juried Member Group Exhibition Part 1 opened tonight with an overflowing crowd of more than 300 art lovers in attendance. ...
A Westporter Remembers His Friend Walter Cronkite
Westport Now - Westport,CT,USA
I had only sporadic contact with Walter after I moved on to Tokyo in 1981, where I remained until moving back to Westport in 1989. ...

The Spookiest Spot In Westport « 06880
By Dan Woog
The Masons have been in Westport since 1824 — more than a decade before the town's founding. They've been in the present building since 1902. Which — and I'm just speculating here — is the last time anyone heard anything about a Masons' ...
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Friday, July 17, 2009

07/17/09 The Raw Westport News Feed

Westport activist arrested for Mount Rushmore banner
Westport-News - Westport,CT,USA
Tsimoyianis corresponded with the Westport News this week about participating in the Greenpeace mission and his reaction to the national news frenzy that ...
Crocker, defense, lead Westport Legion past Ridgefield
Westport-News - Westport,CT,USA
By Eliot Schickler Pitching and defense wins games and that was illustrated Wednesday in the Westport Senior Legion's 3-0 home victory over Ridgefield. ...

WestportNow.com - Westport, Connecticut's 24-hours News and ...
By Gordon Joseloff
The Westport Community Theatre tonight presents an evening of short one-act performances based on the theme "Playing God" and admission is free. The five one-act plays were finalists in the recent Eastbound Summer competition at ...
WestportNow - http://www.westportnow.com/
36th Annual Westport FINE Arts Festival : Westport and Weston CT ...
By admin
The 36th Annual Fine Arts Festival is this weekend: 7/18/09 – 7/19/09 - SAT, JULY 18: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM, SUN JULY 19: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM on Main Street in Westport. There will be 140+ artists, musical performances, entertainment and ...
Westport and Weston CT Real Estate News - http://weknowwestport.com/blog/

Thursday, July 16, 2009

07/16/09 The Raw Westport News Feed By Robo Blogger (Updated)

  • Police Release Photo of Bank Robbery Suspect
    posted on July 17, 2009 06:12:05 am
    The Westport Police Department today released photographs of the suspect wanted in the July 10 robbery of the Hudson Valley Bank, 420 Post Road West.
  • Book Sale Ready to Go
    posted on July 17, 2009 12:44:38 am
    All was in readiness today for the Westport Public Library's annual summer book sale which begins at 9 a.m. Saturday and continues through mid-day Tuesday.
  • The Fairfield County Morning News with John LaBarca
    posted on July 16, 2009 08:26:07 pm
    The Fairfield County Morning News with John LaBarca - Jul. 16 2009, 7:30am-7:50am + " Then call now feel free business diagnostic and we'll find out how the army Jim mouse key in Westport today at 2032107003.
  • Greece's Largest Oil Refiner, Hellenic Petroleum, Selects Triple...
    posted on July 16, 2009 05:31:58 pm
    ... and ROME Corporation, the industry leader in credit risk software solutions. Triple Point, headquartered in Westport, Connecticut, USA, was founded in 1993 and serves clients from nine development and support centers located around the globe. More ...
  • Kids Night at the Levitt
    posted on July 16, 2009 12:17:41 pm
    Princess Katie & Racer Steve, a children's rock band, energized the young audience tonight at Westport's Levitt Pavilion.
  • A Bag for All Seasons
    posted on July 16, 2009 12:17:28 pm
    A new set of local market bags is now available at the Westport Public Library. Incorporating the familiar "Friends of the Westport Public Library" logo with photographs by Stacy Bass, a former Library trustee, and season-appropriate words, the layout was designed by Julie Bonington.
  • Sightseeing
    posted on July 16, 2009 10:46:04 am
    A luxury yacht flying the British flag dropped anchor off Westport's Compo Beach and the breakwater today.
  • Off to See Lucia Palmieri Perform in Central Park
    posted on July 16, 2009 07:54:22 am
    Members of the Westport-based "Lucia Palmieri Fan Club" got together for a meal today at Mario's Restaurant in the Saugatuck area before more than 35 of them traveled together to New York's Central Park for tonight's performance of Giuseppe Verdi's "Il Trovatore" in which Westporter Palmieri, a seasoned soprano, portrayed the character Ines in the ...
  • Long Wharf Names Eileen Wiseman as Development Director
    posted on July 16, 2009 06:11:26 am
    New Haven's Long Wharf Theatre has named Eileen Wiseman, a longtime leader at the Westport Arts Center, its new development director, effective immediately.
  • Sell Intel Early the Day After Profits Exceed Forecasts: Chart of the Day
    posted on July 16, 2009 02:05:20 am
    ... to its opening level on 11 of the 13 days. a oeThe odds are against you,a Cleve Rueckert , an analyst for the Westport, Connecticut-based research and money management firm founded by Laszlo Birinyi , wrote in a note. The data show that while Intel ...
  • New Stop Sign Installed at Woodcock Lane and Newtown
    posted on July 16, 2009 12:46:16 am
    Less than a week after it was approved by the Westport Board of Selectmen , a new stop sign has gone up on the southbound side of Newtown Turnpike at the intersection of Woodcock Lane.
  • E. Malcolm 'Mal' Burgess
    posted on July 15, 2009 08:46:19 pm
    ... Cranston, R.I., as the only child of Eric and Hildred Burgess. He met his first love, Virginia "Jinny" Burgess, in Westport, Conn., where they were married on Nov. 27, 1948. He was a veteran of the Marine Corps and served actively in the Pacific ...
  • Monroe Musical Instrument Store and Music School Wins Best of the Gold Coast Connecticut Award
    posted on July 15, 2009 05:50:57 pm
    ... July issue in each of Moffley's magazines; AtHome, Greenwich Magazine, New Canaan Magazine, New Canaan Magazine and Westport Magazine. Creative Music Center owner, Liz Reisman, said, "this prestigious award means so much to us, it shows that our ...
  • Courville Wins Senior Open
    posted on July 15, 2009 04:14:47 pm
    ... Becker at 144. "It dried the greens and made them much faster than in the first round [Monday]." Courville, from Westport, and Bobby Powell of Hartford shared the first-round lead at 68. But Tuesday, Paul Jaycox of Oneonta, N.Y. (70), and Becker ...
  • Comedy at the Levitt
    posted on July 15, 2009 01:52:28 pm
    Comedy reigned at Westport's Levitt Pavilion tonight as three stand-up comedians of the Treehouse Comedy Club entertained an audience on a clear and low humidity night.
  • Getting Ready for Arts Center Show
    posted on July 15, 2009 01:52:21 pm
    Westport Arts Center staff members Terri C. Smith and Maura Frana apply finishing touches to the Group Show: Non-Juried Members exhibition that opens on Friday with a public reception from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Dave Matlow for WestportNow.com 07/14 10:39 PM Comments
  • Library Perch
    posted on July 15, 2009 01:52:15 pm
    Harry Hlawitschka, 13, perched atop the book return box at Westport's Jesup's Green to wait for a friend.
  • Platow improves his times, heads to Pacific
    posted on July 15, 2009 01:39:34 pm
    Bart Platow made his presence felt in the pool. A senior co-captain for the Fairfield Prep swimming team and one of the mainstays on the Westport-Weston Family Y Water Rats, the Westport resident scored points, especially in distance freestyle events, and contributed to both teams' success.
  • Robin Hammond, a woman of many hats
    posted on July 15, 2009 01:38:47 pm
    Robin Hammond assumed the presidency of the Rotary Club of Westport from Viveka Kjellgren on July 1. This added one more hat to Hammond's busy life.
  • Katzenbergs reflect on 'reality TV' experience
    posted on July 15, 2009 01:38:35 pm
    When "The Great American Road Trip" debuted on July 7, one scene featuring the Katzenberg family of Westport attracted the scorn of various bloggers.

07/16/09 The Raw Westport News Feed

Steppin' Out Calendar - Norwalk News - The Hour
By The Hour Staff
Westport Community Theatre announces open auditions for the Neil Simon comedy, "Barefoot in the Park." Auditions will be held at the Westport Community Theatre, 110 Myrtle Avenue, Westport on Sunday, July 19 and Monday, July 20 at 7p.m. ...
The Hour Headlines - http://www.thehour.com/

Wednesday, July 15, 2009

07/15/09 The Raw Westport News Feed

WestportNow.com - Westport, Connecticut's 24-hours News and ...
By Gordon Joseloff
Less than a week after it was approved by the Westport Board of Selectmen (See WestportNow July 9, 2009), a new stop sign has gone up on the southbound side of Newtown Turnpike at the intersection of Woodcock Lane. ...
WestportNow - http://www.westportnow.com/

Tuesday, July 14, 2009

07/14/09 The Raw Westport News Feed By Westport Roundup

Westport Playhouse serves up "Sweet Potato Pie"
Connecticut Post - Bridgeport,CT,USA
On Sunday afternoon, the Westport Country Playhouse will host "Sweet Potato Pie and Such," a show celebrating African-American culture with stories, ...

Zim Photography (blog site) : Westport Fine Arts Festival
By Zim
I'll be at the Westport Fine Arts Festival this weekend in downtown Westport, CT. For those of you who have not seen it yet. I'll be showing my "big" prints this weekend. It's a much bolder approach to presenting my work than in the ...
Zim Photography (blog site) - http://zimphotography.com/blog/
Closed Friday Evening for Special Party - Westport's Napoli Sul ...
By alex paolicelli
Napoli Sul Fiume is in Westport, CT, 30 minutes from NYC, and located along the Saugatuck River. We are s at the junction of the Post Rd. (Rte 1) and Riverside Ave. (Rte 33). We are accessible from both the CT Turnpike (I-95) and the ...
Westport's Napoli Sul Fiume Restaurant - http://www.napolisulfiume.com/


Monday, July 13, 2009

07/13/09 The Raw Westport News Feed

Two Staples Seniors Honored as State Scholar-Athletesposted on July 14, 2009 06:32:49 amTwo seniors from Westport's Staples High School - Ariel Steinglass and Dan Fishman - were among those recognized as the state's top scholar-athletes at the 2009 Connecticut Association of Schools Scholar-Athlete banquet.

Changes Announced in Railroad Parkingposted on July 14, 2009 06:32:44 amThe Westport Police Department today announced some changes it hopes will better serve non-permit holders seeking to park at the Westport Metro-North New Haven Line station in the Saugatuck area.

Emerging Markets Most Expensive Since '07 When Shares Subsequently Plungedposted on July 14, 2009 06:20:37 am... the same magnitude since its inception in December 1987, according to data compiled by Birinyi Associates Inc., the Westport, Connecticut-based research and money management firm founded by Laszlo Birinyi . That compares with five bull markets and ...

Farmers markets reach out to food stamp recipientsposted on July 13, 2009 12:00:00 pm... thanks to a foundation sponsoring similar efforts in six other states. The Wholesome Wave Foundation, based in Westport, Conn., plans future matching programs in Tifton and Macon here in Georgia. A separate, state-sponsored effort issuing low-income ...

Staples Class of 1979 Marks 30th Reunion at Compoposted on July 13, 2009 05:36:49 amMembers of Westport's Staples High School Class of 1979 held a brunch at Compo Beach today, the third event of their 30th reunion weekend.

Raising the Roofposted on July 13, 2009 03:50:01 amWorkers were busy today erecting a 7,200-square foot tent in preparation for the Westport Public Library's 16th annual summer book sale which begins Saturday.

18-year-old continues ARCA series dominanceposted on July 12, 2009 03:00:00 pm... I didn't know it would be this fun.' Fun has included being flown, courtesy of Roger Penske, to his senior prom in Westport, Conn. It's also featured three straight wins - including a champagne-streamed end in Iowa Speedway's victory lane ...

Chamber plans summer eventsposted on July 12, 2009 01:48:58 pm... located at 171 Drum Hill Road from 5:30 to 7 p.m. On Thursday, July 16, join business associates from the Wilton, Westport, Norwalk, Darien and New Canaan Chambers of Commerce at the Dolce Hotel & Resort, 32 Weed Avenue, Norwalk. Dolce is on 66 ...

26th Annual Festival Italiano @ Luciano Parkposted on July 12, 2009 01:22:54 pmEvent details: 26th Annual Festival Italiano Date: 07/12/09 Event URL: http://www.festivalitaliano.info/ Description: What: Festival Italiano is a celebration of Westport's Italian heritage that attracts children and adults throughout Southern New England, Westchester and Long Island.

Hanging Outposted on July 12, 2009 12:52:39 pmWestport twins Delphine and Zoe Tamborello, 5, enjoyed a rest stop Saturday at Ben and Jerry's after doing some sidewalk sale shopping with their mother, Sophie.

Waiting Gameposted on July 12, 2009 12:50:00 pmReminiscent of the old Loehmann's stores where men sat on couches in the front of the store, several men sat on a bench in front of Great Stuff and waited patiently while their companions shopped Westport's sidewalk sales today.

Make Customer Service Personalposted on July 12, 2009 12:00:01 pm... of Hug Your Customers and CEO of Mitchells/Richards/Marshs, a high-end clothing retailer with headquarters in Westport, Connecticut. Include your photo and signature so site visitors know a real human stands behind that commitment. Make sure all ...

Whatever Worksposted on July 12, 2009 11:21:23 amSome people had umbrellas, others had to use their ingenuity as rain showers hit Westport's Italian Festival tonight.


A Little Rain Doesn't Dampen Italian Festival Spiritsposted on July 12, 2009 11:21:19 amRain showers tonight did not damper spirits at Westport's Italian Festival, which wraps up on Sunday from noon to 10 p.m. WestportNow.com photo

Frightened by the Inevitableposted on July 12, 2009 11:08:17 am... the first thing you're going to do is compare ages. That's true no matter how good the production is, and the Westport Country Playhouse's is an elegant one. Enlarge This Image T. Charles Erickson MILESTONE Colin Hanlon, shown with Pearl Sun, plays ...

Decorating Jesup Greenposted on July 12, 2009 07:14:41 amWestport's Jesup Green took on a Japanese look today as the Japan Society of Fairfield County held its traditional summer festival.
Jesup Green Hosts Japanese Summer Festivalposted on July 12, 2009 07:14:31 amThe Japan Society of Fairfield County held its traditional Bon Odori, or Obon festival, today on Westport's Jesup Green.

Konnichiwa, Westport Visitorsposted on July 12, 2009 07:14:21 amWestport First Selectman Gordon F. Joseloff, who served in Japan as a CBS News correspondent, welcomed guests at today's Japanese summer festival on Jesup Green saying, "Domo arigato gozaimashita, konnichiwa, and greetings from the Town of Westport." Stan Groner for WestportNow.com

Dancing to Welcome the Spiritsposted on July 12, 2009 07:13:59 amParticipants in today's Japanese summer festival on Westport's Jesup Green danced to traditional Japanese music to welcome back the spirits of ancestors.

Population Growth and Climate Changeposted on July 12, 2009 04:55:47 am... Worldwatch Institute, www.worldwatch.org. SEND YOUR ENVIRONMENTAL QUESTIONS TO: EarthTalk, P.O. Box 5098, Westport, CT 06881; earthtalk@emagazine.com. Read past columns at: EarthTalk is now a book! Details ...

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Man Robs Hudson Valley Bank Branchposted on July 11, 2009 07:46:54 amA robber got away with an undertermined amount of cash today from a Hudson Valley Bank branch not far from the Norwalk border, Westport police said.

Westport Drink Manufacturer Issues Recallposted on July 11, 2009 07:46:44 amA Westport-based manufacturer of a chocolate weight loss drink mix has voluntarily issued a recall of the product because it has the potential to be contaminated with salmonella.

Comings and Goings: Smith Hawken to Closeposted on July 11, 2009 07:46:33 amWestport's Smith & Hawken store at 1045 Post Road East will soon be shut down as the symbol of high-end gardening for more than 30 years is going out of business.

Wiltonian in - Into the Woods'posted on July 11, 2009 07:11:44 am... will take place on Friday, July 10, at 7:30 p.m. and Saturday, July 11, at 2 p.m. at Coleytown Middle School in Westport, CT. Tickets are $12 for children and $15 for adults in advance; $18 for children and adults at the door and reservations are ...

Norwalk resident top women's finisher at Road Runnerposted on July 11, 2009 06:26:57 amOn Saturday, July 4th the Westport Parks and Recreation Department opened the 2009 and 47th Annual Road Runners season with a 2.2 mile run which started and finished on the track at Staples High School.

Sloshed in the Suburbs: A Report From Westport Viceposted on July 11, 2009 06:15:24 am... details that make for compelling reading. So imagine my twisted pleasure today when I picked up a copy of the Westport Minuteman , a weekly covering the not-very-crime-riddled streets of Westport, Connecticut, where I once lived. The "police ...

Suspect takes off with cash in bank robberyposted on July 11, 2009 04:06:04 amThe Westport Police Department is investigating a bank robbery that occurred at 10:18 a.m. today at the Hudson United Bank branch at 420 Post Road W. Police said the suspect approached the teller counter, announced the robbery and demanded cash.

pollutantsposted on October 28, 2008 03:00:00 pm... Magazine. GOT AN ENVIRONMENTAL QUESTION? Send it to: EarthTalk , c/o E/The Environmental Magazine , P.O. Box 5098, Westport, CT 06881; submit it at: www.emagazine.com/earthtalk/thisweek/ , or e-mail: earthtalk@emagazine.com . Read past columns at: ...

Justice Family Group Acquires Remaining Interest In Greenbrier Sporting Clubposted on July 11, 2009 02:56:47 am... part of the exciting plans that Jim Justice has for The Greenbrier property makes our return perfect." Klemish, a Westport, Connecticut native educated in Amherst, Massachusetts, will manage the Real Estate Brokerage operations. He has been ...

Good Day for Sidewalk Salesposted on July 11, 2009 02:18:56 amThere was perfect weather today for sidewalk sales in Westport's downtown area sponsored by the Downtown Merchants Association.

Reval Work Beginsposted on July 11, 2009 01:39:17 am... to Fairfield, MVS is doing revaluation work for Greenwich and Stamford and it did all the commercial properties in Westport a few years back. Gaffney, after a decade-plus as assistant assessor for Fairfield, went on to work for the Town of Milford, ...

The Fairfield County Morning News with John LaBarcaposted on July 10, 2009 09:45:36 pm... -- response by lifetime this time traveling south on I 95 in great shape still enjoyed coming out of Fairfield Westport no promises to Darien house front looking very good and decent trip down seven out of -- did as well as on the -- the -- he's out ...

Westport Senior Legion falls victim to Lyons' no-no in 2-0 lossposted on July 10, 2009 05:19:42 pmIt's almost impossible to win if you can't get any base hits. Just ask the Westport Senior Legion baseball team, who was victimized by a no-hitter at the hands of Norwalk Post 12 right-hander Todd Lyons Tuesday.

Remembering a local legendposted on July 10, 2009 05:19:38 pmA Westport legend, Mario D. Sacco, died at 92 in Mississippi Sunday. Ailing and in fragile health since heart valve replacement surgery in 2007, Sacco, until recently, was a was a fixture at the restaurant he co-founded with partner, Frank DeMace, more than 40 years ago.

Al's Angels illuminate the Bridge of Hopeposted on July 10, 2009 05:19:08 pm... river bridge in the summer. In times where it seems CEOs are selfish, arrogant and spoiled, Al, who has lived in Westport for more than 16 years, stands out from his peers. He is a gentle giant with a bigger heart. He has a presence that is ...

Beach remains popular for all, pricey for someposted on July 10, 2009 05:19:02 pmWestport's beaches played a critical role in local history ever since Compo Beach was the site of a British invasion during the Revolutionary War.

Whirl of Colorsposted on July 10, 2009 04:03:01 pmThursday night's opening night of Westport's Italian Festival produced a whirl of colors at one ride.

Summer Night Funposted on July 09, 2009 03:00:00 pmThe lights, rides, food, and people made for a memorable summer night tonight at Westport's Italian Festival.

Waving to the Crowdposted on July 09, 2009 03:00:00 pmWestport Italian Festival Grand Marshal Alphonse "Buck" Iannacone, with Roberta Troy, festival executive director, waves to the crowd as it passes Dunville's pn Saugatuck Avenue tonight.

Police Seize 4.7 Pounds of Marijuana, Arrest Twoposted on July 09, 2009 03:00:00 pmA Westport police officer's routine motor vehicle stop today led to the seizure of approximately 4.7 pounds of marijuana and the arrest of two local men.

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Words of Thanksposted on July 09, 2009 02:28:48 pmWestporter Al DiGuido, founder of the Al's Angels charitable organization, thanked the attendees at the Saugatuck Rowing Club tonight prior to the annual lighting of the Saugatuck River Bridge, an icon for the evening as the "Bridge of Hope." In his comments, DiGuido encouraged everyone to support local businesses which are generous to the ...

Al's Angels Angels in July Fund-Raiser Draws Large Crowdposted on July 09, 2009 02:28:41 pmThe "Angels in July" fund-raiser tonight by Al's Angels drew a large crowd to the Saugatuck Rowing Club in Westport's Saugatuck area.

Large Levitt Crowd for Magic of Lynposted on July 09, 2009 02:28:34 pmLyn Dillies, who bills herself as "America's premier female illusionist," lived up to her reputation of being one of the Levitt Pavilion's most popular shows each year as she brought her Magic of Lyn show to Westport's Saugatuck Elementary School tonight.

Honoring tick, tickBoom! Playersposted on July 09, 2009 02:13:00 pmWestporters Ann Sheffer and Bill Scheffler, patrons of the arts and sponsors of the current Westport Country Playhouse production of "tick, tick...Boom!," hosted a party at their waterfront home tonight to thank the cast and production staff for its current successful run which continues through July 18.

Suit Filed Against Westport National Over Madoff Lossesposted on July 09, 2009 10:40:46 amA lawsuit was filed today against the owner of the Westport National Bank on behalf of retirement account holders who say they lost $60 million that the bank invested with convicted swindler Bernard Madoff.

Mourning a Westport Restaurant Legendposted on July 09, 2009 10:40:40 amBlack bunting went up today across the entrance to Mario's Place on Railroad Place in Westport's Saugatuck section after word was received of the death of longtime co-owner Mario D. Sacco.

Westport bank sued over Madoffposted on July 09, 2009 08:15:50 amSeveral Connecticut residents, including some from Stamford, filed a class-action lawsuit against a Fairfield County bank Wednesday afternoon, accusing it of failing in its duty to watch over their your ad here Resource guide

PZ to Review Affordable Housing Amendment July 16posted on July 09, 2009 05:18:22 amPlanning & Zoning Director Laurence Bradley announced today that the Westport Planning & Zoning Commission has set Thursday, July 16 for a review of a proposed zoning amendment the Human Services Commission says is intended to increase diversity of housing choices in Westport.

Al's Angels to Light Saugatuck Bridge Tonightposted on July 09, 2009 05:18:16 amThe Bridge Street bridge across the Saugatuck River in Westport--formally known as the William F. Cribari Bridge--will again get festive lighting tonight thanks to Al's Angels .

Tonight's Levitt Pavilion Show Moves Indoorsposted on July 09, 2009 05:18:09 am... children's events, said Freda Welsh, executive director. Showtime is 7 p.m. and admission is free, sponsored by the Westport Young Woman's League.

Mario Sacco, Longtime Co-Owner of Mario's, Dies at 92.posted on July 09, 2009 05:18:00 amUPDATE Mario D. Sacco, a Bridgeport businessman and longtime co-owner of Mario's Place, a drinking and dining landmark in Westport's Saugatuck area for 40 years, died Sunday in Biloxi, Miss.

Driver Escapes Injury in Hillspoint Road Crashposted on July 09, 2009 05:17:53 amA young driver escaped serious injury today when the vehicle he was driving hit a utility pole on Westport's Hillspoint Road.

Westport bank sued over Madoff investmentsposted on July 09, 2009 03:22:25 am... their investments with Bernard Madoff. According to the suit filed in state Superior Court Wednesday afternoon, Westport National Bank falsely said it held securities allegedly invested by Madoff on behalf of several retirement account holders. The ...

Morgenthaler leads $20M VC round for Calif. med device firmposted on July 06, 2009 03:00:00 pm... C round that also included Emergent Medical Partners, Onset Ventures and Canaan Partners, which has a location in Westport, Conn. Relievant, which makes medical devices to treat chronic back pain, has previously raised $9 million in funding. ...

Westporter on Afghanistan Front Linesposted on July 08, 2009 10:09:44 pmU.S. Marine Sergeant Calvin R. Wauchope , 21, a 2005 graduate of Westport's Staples High School, supervises fellow Marine Lance Cpl.

Close Encounterposted on July 08, 2009 07:15:00 pmSome visitors to the banks of the Saugatuck River in Westport's center get a close up look at some of the water inhabitants.
Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issuedposted on July 08, 2009 06:27:00 pmThe National Weather Service in Upton, N.Y. has issued a severe thunderstorm warning for Westport and area until 12:15 a.m. 07/07 11:27 PM Comments

Weather Forces Mariachi Sounds Indoorsposted on July 08, 2009 06:01:00 pmFormer Westporter David Giardina led the Fiesta del Norte Mariachi Band tonight at Westport's Saugatuck Elementary School auditorium.

Getting Ready for Show Time at Italian Festposted on July 08, 2009 04:02:00 pmWorkers put out the chairs today in Luciano Park in Westport's Saugatuck area for Italian Festival entertainment beginning Thursday.

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Polar bear ambassador seeks help from peersposted on July 08, 2009 02:14:43 pm... funds to a myriad of local organizations over the years. Now however, he is looking to make a difference beyond Westport and Fairfield County. Gault Inc., partnered with Polar Bears International (PBI) last year and Sam Gault has made energy ...


26th Annual Festival Italiano @ Luciano Parkposted on July 08, 2009 02:14:25 pmEvent details: 26th Annual Festival Italiano Date: 07/09/09 Event URL: http://www.festivalitaliano.info/ Description: What: Festival Italiano is a celebration of Westport's Italian heritage that attracts children and adults throughout Southern New England, Westchester and Long Island.


Party in the Parkposted on November 21, 2008 04:00:00 pm... photographic dating back to the '40s. 05.25.09 - 09.07.09 Years in the Making: Ageless Artists, Ageless Art Westport Historical Society Sheffer Gallery An exhibit of recent works by 50 Westport and Weston artists over the age of 70, in conjunction ...


Neel: Hoover's peopleposted on February 02, 2008 01:02:00 amI think if you told me I could pick any place to watch the Super Bowl on Sunday, I'd choose Scott "Hoover" Wilder's house in Westport, Conn.


Health and safety urged for ventilation upgradeposted on July 08, 2009 01:03:27 pmWestport Board of Finance Chairman Jeffrey Mayer is predicting that the Board of Education will get funding to cover an engineering study for a new ventilation system at the Kings Highway Elementary School , if it can demonstrate that the upgrade is needed to maintain and protect the health and safety of the school's students and teachers.


Polar bear ambassador seeks help from peersposted on July 08, 2009 01:03:04 pm... funds to a myriad of local organizations over the years. Now however, he is looking to make a difference beyond Westport and Fairfield County. Gault Inc., partnered with Polar Bears International (PBI) last year and Sam Gault has made energy ...


Former execs rescue troubled bathroom furnisherposted on July 08, 2009 09:48:25 am... retailer have moved to buy it, with help from other investors. Peter Sallick and Meg Touborg, partners in Westport-based investment firm Design Investors LLC, on Tuesday announced the acquisition, which will include paying $15 million for operating ...


Page 2: What did they go for?posted on August 08, 2007 06:00:00 am... over 20 years before finally selling it at auction in 1999 for $650,000 to Andrew J. Knuth, a money manager from Westport, Conn. Knuth has said he'll keep the ball in his family or give it to the Hall of Fame. ( Click here for more to this strange ...


In His Own Words: Bill Sweedlerposted on July 08, 2009 04:48:29 am... second career start in the American Le Mans Northeast Grand Prix next week at Lime Rock Park, his home track. From Westport, Conn., Sweedler has been part of IMSA GT3 competition the last two years and will drive an ORBIT Racing Porsche 911 GT3 Cup ...


Severe Thunderstorm Watch Issuedposted on July 08, 2009 04:36:07 amThe National Weather Service in Upton, N.Y. has issued a severe thunderstorm watch for Westport and area until 7 p.m. 07/07 11:21 AM Comments


Westport Investment Group to Take Over Waterworksposted on July 08, 2009 04:36:00 amA Westport-based investment company has reached an agreement to acquire Waterworks Inc., the Danbury luxury bathroom retailer which filed for Chapter 11 reorganization in May, HartfordBusiness.com said today.


Westporters Debut on NBC Reality Show Tonightposted on July 07, 2009 11:00:00 pmWestporters Hyleri and Marc Katzenberg, married only a couple of weeks and with six children between them, are getting ready to watch themselves on a nationally televised reality show tonight, NBC's "Great American Road Trip." Appearing on NBC's "Great American Road Trip" are Andrew Katzenberg, 14; his father, Marc, 52, Hyleri Katzenberg, 46, and ...


River Watchposted on July 07, 2009 07:15:01 pmThe rowers from Westport's Saugatuck Rowing Club put on a good show for those watching along the Saugatuck River in Westport's center on Monday.


Westport Community Band Delights Levitt Crowdposted on July 07, 2009 05:57:00 pmThe Westport Community Band, whose scheduled Levitt Pavilion concert was rained out last week, finally got to perform tonight much to the delight of the assembled crowd.


Japanese Summer Festival Saturday on Jesup Greenposted on July 07, 2009 05:39:00 pmThe Japan Society of Fairfield County will host a Bon Odori summer festival for the fifth year on Saturday on Westport's Jesup Green.


Martha Stewart to serve up new book at Bridgewater Costcoposted on July 07, 2009 03:00:00 pm... ww.marthastewart.com. Stewart has been a model and a stockbroker. In 1972 she started her own catering business in Westport, Conn., and built a homemaking empire from there.


Birinyi Predicts Rising Stock Prices on View U.S. Recession Has Hit Bottomposted on July 07, 2009 11:02:34 pm... the S&P 500 to a record in two to three years. a oeA lot of companies have taken action,a Birinyi, the founder of Westport, Connecticut-based research and money- management firm Birinyi Associates Inc., said in an interview with Bloomberg ...

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