Westport Opens Renter’s Rebate Program for Seniors and Disabled Residents

Westport Opens Renter’s Rebate Assistance Program for Seniors and Residents with Disabilities on April 1, 2026 Westport, CT - Human Services Director Elaine Daignault announced today that starting April 1, 2026, qualified Westport residents can access meaningful financial relief through the State of Connecticut Renter’s Rebate Program, which helps eligible seniors and individuals with disabilities offset 2025 rent and utility expenses. Applications will be accepted through September 30, 2026. This program provides important support to residents living on fixed or limited incomes, helping to ease the burden of rising housing and utility costs. Who is Eligible?Residents may qualify if they: Have lived in Connecticut for at least one yearAre 65 years or older, or receive Social Security Disability IncomeEarned $46,300…

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Aquarion Announces Mandatory Watering Schedule Through October

Aquarion Announces Annual Water Conservation Schedule Mandatory Twice-Weekly Sprinkler Irrigation Schedule in Effect through October 31 Aquarion Water Company today announced the start of its 2026 sprinkler irrigation schedule, which continues until October 31. The program is mandatory for Aquarion customers in Bethel, Darien, Easton, Fairfield, Greenwich, New Canaan, Newtown, Ridgefield, Stamford, Trumbull, Weston, Westport, and Wilton. For 2026, the towns/cities of Bridgeport, Monroe, Redding, Shelton, and Stratford have been added. The program helps conserve water supplies by reducing overwatering of lawns and gardens through a maximum of two watering days per week. The conservation program also helps to ensure local water supplies remain sufficient for critical needs such as human consumption and fire protection. Since its launch, the sprinkler…

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2026 Longshore Golf Course Opening

Westport, CT - The Westport Parks and Recreation Department is pleased to announce the opening of Longshore Golf Course and driving range for the 2026 season and looks forward to welcoming golfers back to the course on Friday, April 3. Our staff has been working diligently to prepare the course, pro shop, and operations to ensure a smooth start to the season. Golfers can expect several updates this year aimed at improving the overall experience, including a new reservation system, new carts, enhancements to communication, and continued course improvements. New Reservation System: In 2026, we are introducing ForeUp as our new reservation service.  This system will provide a more user-friendly interface for booking and managing tee times.  As spring moves forward,…

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Environmental Testing to Begin April 6 at Fairfield Fill Pile Site

The Town of Fairfield has engaged the engineering firmWeston & Sampson to begin environmental testing at the fill pile (aka former Aggregate RecyclingFacility) starting April 6, 2026, and continuing through the third week of May. Geotechnical crews willbe on site to conduct groundwater testing, investigate sink holes and drill into existing wells toevaluate potential environmental impacts. The Town is following a plan that has been reviewed by theConnecticut Department of Energy & Environmental Protection (CT DEEP) and the U.S.Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and will help inform decision making on remediationoptions.Crews will be on the pile with GeoProbe rigs, Hollow Stem Auger (HAS) rigs, Excavators, andgroundwater monitoring wells, collecting soil and groundwater samples to investigate the materialshistorically deposited in the fill…

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Stratford Library Announces April Lineup of Children’s Programs and Events

Stratford Library April Children's EventsSpring StorytimesThe Stratford Library Children’s Dept. offers weekly storytimes for children. Storytimes meet at 10:30 am. (There will be no Storytime on April 3, and Spring Storytimes end on April 24). On Mondays, Toddler Time meets for ages 0-2. On Tuesdays, Preschool Storytime meets for ages 3-5. Baby Lapsit meets on Thursdays for babies 0-18 months (Registration is recommended for Lapsit.). Friday Fun offers stories and songs for ages 1-5. Enjoy early literacy activities and meet other families at Library storytimes. For more information about Library programs and services for children, call 203.385.4165 or visit stratfordlibrary.org/kids. Alphabet Parade Grab ‘n’ GoThe Stratford Library Children’s Dept. is offering Alphabet Parade grab ‘n’ go craft kits with pick…

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