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The Planning and Zoning Commission approved The Clubhouse’s request to extend outdoor dining hours at 1620 Post Road East to 11 p.m. Sunday through Thursday and midnight on Fridays and Saturdays—commissioners said sound-dampening panels address noise concerns.

They voted unanimously—ensuring The Clubhouse now receives the same operating treatment as other local restaurants.

Westport psychiatrist Lazaro Pomeraniec, who practices in Fairfield, was charged on Monday with two counts of fourth-degree sexual assault from separate incidents—one charge had been under investigation since his June arrest for allegedly assaulting a patient.

Former WWE executive Vince McMahon was involved in a multicar crash last week on Route 15 in Westport when he struck the car in front of him and hit a wooden median—state police charged him with reckless driving and following too closely with no injuries reported.

Connecticut lawmakers passed a bill last month that is expected to lower electric bills by bonding state funds to save customers up to $200 a year.

On Friday, the Bond Commission will authorize $155 million in bonds to reduce rates — though taxpayers will repay the borrowed money over time.

Westport drivers will see that Merritt Parkway exits are now numbered 20 and 21 instead of 41 and 42 as Connecticut's DOT switches to a mileage-based system.

CTDOT crews removed black bags from the new signs — they say this change makes distances clearer and improves emergency navigation, with work on renumbering continuing through 2030.

Marisa Lambert, a Westport attorney, started Cooking Like Nonna to share her family's recipes with modern twists on TikTok and Instagram — she learned these recipes from her nonnas and mother.

Her videos have attracted major brands and local restaurants and she will soon create a two-video series on the Westport Farmers’ Market — plans that will expand her series throughout the area.

Mike Ballo Jr. won the 91st Connecticut Open on July 30 at Black Hall Club in Old Lyme by shooting a 68 and holding off his rivals.

As the head pro at Tamarack Country Club in Greenwich, he became the third family member to win the tournament — following his father and brother.

Reprise: A Tribute to Phish

7:30-10:30 p.m. — Levitt Pavilion — Free entry — Experience a captivating revival of iconic Phish shows by an all-star New England band.

Josh Ritter Concert

7:00-8:30 p.m. — Levitt Pavilion — Enjoy an evening of heartfelt music from a talented singer-songwriter.