The Annual Town Budget Meeting concluded with over $1 million more budget cuts. Referendum voters now must decide numbers and impact.
For the first time in recent memory, the Annual Town Budget Meeting drew a quorum and voted budget cuts before running out of time.
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In a Letter to the Editor, “deep concern regarding the undemocratic nature of the Annual Town Budget Meeting (ATBM) process.”
A May 5 concert features accomplished musicians performing works by Bach, Leclair, Corelli, and others.
Susan Granger says the seven-episode family drama with Annette Bening and Sam Neill is “seductively suspenseful.”
The late Dr. Brodlie was honored at the season opener of the Sunday morning softball league he managed and played in for over 30 years.
Certified officers and entry level candidates are encouraged to apply for an open officer position with the Weston Police Department.
In a Letter, a Selectman and three members of the Board of Finance explain their votes in favor of budgets proposed for approval at the ATBM.
In a Letter, three members of the Board of Finance explain their votes against budgets for Town and school operations and capital projects.
On video, the First Selectwoman discusses new budgets, higher home values, a lower mill rate, future priorities, and current projects.
Budgets on their way to a vote could reduce the mill rate 28 percent and lower tax bills. The schools will get a bit less than requested.
Susan Granger says the dystopian story espouses no ideology, but is intended as a “speculative catalyst for conversation.”
A wedding film company launched by Weston High School graduate Zander Colman and his brother Nate is thriving and winning awards.
A summary of recent Weston Police Department assignments or call responses and the number of occurrences.
A busy weekend ahead! Come join the KMS Team at one of these Sunday open houses.
Cleaning is an important part of dryer vent servicing, but our work involves much more. Safety and efficiency is our goal.
Some offers risk being summarily dismissed by an agent or owner, costing you an opportunity to buy your dream home.
Building this relationship can be pivotal for acceptance to a first choice school and helpful if you are waitlisted.
The writers describe large amounts of trash they saw and picked up on Weston roads, some of which can also trap wildlife.
In a podcast, Westport First Selectwoman Jen Tooker discusses the status of plans to reconfigure municipal parking lots.
The club’s donation will advance high school environmental initiatives, including a pollinator garden and work on an international study.
The bill, advancing in Hartford, would allow police departments to charge a fee for redacting police camera video for records requests.
Photos on the theme of “Water” by Weston Library Photography Club members are on display in the Community Room.
Invoking an affordable housing statute, the owner of 107 Georgetown Road seeks an exemption from zoning regulations.
Ten Weston properties changed hands in March. 13 sold in the same month a year ago. Total sales: $8,291,580. Average sale price (excluding land): $906,198.
Mr. Zimmerman (Bernie), passed away peacefully on April 4. His home in Weston was “a center of love … and a place for all sorts of happiness.”
In a podcast, the First Selectwoman discusses the budgets and mill rate for next fiscal year, and a primary focus on safety and services.
A preview of Lachat’s popular concerts, featuring three acts new to the series and a finale by a favorite. Tickets are on sale now.
Film and theater critic Susan Granger is the subject of a new documentary to be screened at the Ridgefield Independent Film Festival on May 18.
Even while raising six children, Ms. Kirchner stayed active in volunteer work, including on Weston EMS as an EMT and crew chief.
Congressman Himes and First Selectwoman Nestor talked about their jobs with Girls Scouts and Daisies and answered questions.
Mr. Orenstein passed away on March 20. As administrator of the Daniel E. Offutt III Charitable Trust, he leaves a legacy in Weston and beyond.
What started out as a normal practice turned into an ordeal for 27 high school-age athletes and two rowing coaches late on Wednesday.
Nate Colman and Jonah Rothlein won for their documentary featuring Morad Tahbaz, the Weston resident held for six years in Iran.
The Police Commission’s annual award recognizes someone whose efforts exemplify “selflessness in serving our town.”
Congressman Himes announced that funds in an appropriations bill passed in Washington offset part of Weston’s mobile radio system costs.
The value of Weston real estate has skyrocketed, the mill rate will fall, debt obligations are way down, and budget season is at its midpoint.
The proposed budgets, said the First Selectwoman, are designed to serve the community better and repair crumbling facilities (and roads).
Weston’s Tax Collector is accepting applications for the Abatement, Deferment and Freeze programs for the upcoming Grand List year.
Bernard Zimmerman, 91, passed away peacefully on April 4. Full obituary.
Robert Phillips Turner, 103, died on March 9 at his home of 70 years in Weston. Full obituary.
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