Westport

Westport Railroad Parking Permit Renewals Now Being Processed

Westport Railroad Parking Division Now Processing RR Station Parking Permit Renewals If you have a Railroad Station parking permit, it will expire on June 30, 2026. The Westport Railroad Division is now processing renewal permits for the 2026-2027 season. To renew, please follow the instructions below. You can renew your 2026-27 Railroad Permit by going to this website: https://ctitt-westport.cticloudhost.com/TickeTrak.Webportal/ and clicking on "Permit” icon on the top of the page. *** Please make sure that your email address is correct as all correspondence between the Westport Railroad Parking Division and you will be by email*** All renewals will be conducted via online submission or drop-off in the Police Department lobby. There will not be any same day renewal transactions. Westport…

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Westport Fine Arts Festival To Bring Downtown Road Closures and Traffic Delays

Incident Type: Road Closures – Fine Arts FestivalIncident Location: Main Street/Downtown AreaIncident Date: 05/22/26-05/24/26Incident Time: 6:00 AM on 05/22 -10:00 PM 05/24 Westport Downtown Fine Arts Festival to Impact Traffic and Road Access May 22–24 Westport, CT — The Westport Downtown Merchants Association will host its annual Fine Arts Festival from Friday, May 22 through Sunday, May 24, 2026, bringing a weekend of arts, culture, and community activity to downtown Westport. To safely accommodate the festival, several road closures will be in effect beginning at 6:00 AM on Friday, May 22 through 10:00 PM on Sunday, May 24: • Main Street between Post Road East and Avery Place• Elm Street between Main Street and Bedford Square These closures are expected…

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Westport Weston Task Force Collecting Personal Care Items for DVCC Clients

Westport Weston Domestic Violence Task Force Announces Personal Care Supply Drive From Thursday, May 21 through Wednesday, May 27, the Westport Weston Domestic Violence Task Force (WWDVTF) will be collecting donations of personal care items to support residents of the Domestic Violence Crisis Center’s (DVCC) safe houses and community clients. The Domestic Violence Crisis Center supports individuals and families impacted by abuse as they work toward safety, stability, and healing. DVCC provides free and confidential services to individuals experiencing domestic violence at any level, helping them build safer environments for themselves and their loved ones. Services include emergency safe housing, housing and financial advocacy, legal advocacy, trauma-informed individual and group counseling, and multilingual/multicultural support services. Requested donation items include: Toothbrushes…

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Westport DPW Launches Recycling Education Campaign“No Bags, No Food, No Foam”

Westport, CT – The Department of Public Works (DPW) is asking Westport residents to help address the growing problem of recycling contamination. To raise awareness, the DPW is launching a campaign to educate residents on proper recycling practices. Six days a week, residents and private haulers bring recyclables to the Westport Transfer Station, where it is collected and transported to the Interstate Waste Materials Recovery Facility in Shelton, CT. There, it is sorted, then sold as commodities to manufacturers for reuse. While some materials arrive clean, dry, and loose, others do not. Containers filled with leftover food like strawberry jam or peanut butter, and cardboard boxes still packed with Styrofoam, are common issues. Small changes in how residents recycle can…

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Westport Issues Traffic Advisory for Bloomin’ Metric Bicycle Tour

Traffic Advisory Incident Location: Westport Roads on east side of townIncident Date: 05/17/26Incident Time: 8:00 am – 2:00 pm Westport, CT — On Sunday, May 17, the Bloomin’ Metric Bicycle Tour will pass through Westport between 8:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. Residents and visitors should expect an increased number of cyclists on roads throughout town during this time. The Town of Westport advises all motorists to use caution, allow extra travel time, and remain alert when sharing the roadway with participants. Your cooperation will help ensure a safe and successful event for everyone involved.

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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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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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