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Westport Police Department Offers Halloween Safety Reminders

Oct 30, 2025 Stephen Krauchick

(Westport, CT) As Halloween quickly approaches, the Westport Police Department wishes to take the opportunity to offer our residents and visitors some basic reminders intended to promote a safe experience for all.We always ask that motorists drive with care and caution through our neighborhoods, but especially on Halloween when our streets are certain to be filled with trick-or-treaters. Slow down, don’t drive distracted, be mindful of pedestrians, use extra caution when exiting driveways and please drive sober. Drivers should be focused on the road ahead and prepared to react quickly to a variety of unanticipated situations. Trick-or-treaters should walk safely and opt for costumes that do not limit their field of vision while also maximizing visibility to traffic. We strongly…

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Westport Police Department Advisory – MetroNorth Railroad Announces Saugatuck PedestrianBridge Closures

Oct 19, 2025 Stephen Krauchick

(Westport, CT) Notification was recently received from Metro North Railroad of their intention to periodically close the pedestrian bridge over the Saugatuck River. These closures are reported to be in connection with an improvement project that is slated to run from Monday, October 27, to Wednesday, November 26, 2025. Beginning on October 27, Metro North Railroad will begin a project intended to make critical safety repairs to the pedestrian bridge connecting the Westport (Saugatuck) Railroad Station to Ferry Lane East. This construction will require that the bridge be kept in a closed position and will require a deviation of all marine traffic. This project will also necessitate periodic closures of the pedestrian walkway. Metro North anticipates having to close the…

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Holy Smokes!

Oct 10, 2025 Stephen Krauchick

Westport Firefighters are on scene at Saugatuck Congregational Church at 245 Post Road East, investigating haze/smoke in the chapel area, according to unconfirmed radio reports. 2025-10-10@3:31pm-- #Westport

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Westober Fest Traffic Concerns

Oct 2, 2025 Stephen Krauchick

On Saturday, October 4, 2025, the Westport Downtown Association will be hosting their annual Westoberfest Craft Beer Festival and Family Event. Portions of the downtown area will be closed to traffic to accommodate the event including Elm Street, Church Lane, and southbound traffic on Main Street from 12:00pm to 6:00pm.

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Walk the Extra Mile at Compo Beach with Rach’s Hope! Fourth Annual Family Fun Walk – Sunday, October 5, 2025 at 3 PM

Sep 27, 2025 Stephen Krauchick

Westport, CT — Lace up your sneakers, grab your family and friends, and head to Compo Beach on Sunday, October 5th at 3:00 p.m. for Rach’s Hope Family Fun Walk: Walk the Extra Mile 2025. This heartwarming and lively event combines community, music, food, and fun—all in support of families facing the unimaginable challenges of critical illness. Hosted by Fairfield County non-profit Rach’s Hope, this one-mile beach walk has quickly become a cherished annual tradition. Walkers of all ages will join together at Ned Dimes Marina to celebrate community spirit, honor the legacy of Rachel Doran (Staples High School Class of 2015), and raise funds to provide food, transportation, and lodging for families with children in Intensive Care Units across…

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Westport Fire Department Awarded a Grant for Swiftwater Rescue Training

Sep 25, 2025 Stephen Krauchick

Westport, CT – September 25, 2025 – The Westport Fire Department has been awarded a federal grant of $94,952 through FEMA’s Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) Program. The AFG program is a highly competitive national initiative that helps fire departments across the country strengthen their emergency response capabilities. This award will fund swiftwater rescue technician training for Westport firefighters. The program will include hands-on, scenario-based instruction in moving water environments, providing firefighters with the critical skills to perform rescues during flooding, coastal incidents, and other water emergencies. With Westport’s proximity to rivers, streams, and Long Island Sound, the training will ensure the department is fully prepared to protect residents and support neighboring communities through regional mutual aid. “Our firefighters are…

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Residents Invited to Participate in Parks Master Plan Public Workshop

Sep 21, 2025 Stephen Krauchick

Westport, Conn. - The Parks and Recreation Department invites community members to take part in shaping the future of Westport’s parks by attending the second Public Workshop as part of the Parks Master Plan process. The workshop will be held on Tuesday, September 30, 2025, at 6:00 PM in the Komansky Room at The Westport Library, 20 Jesup Road. The Town’s consultant, BL Companies, will facilitate the session, which will provide residents with the opportunity to engage directly with the consultants, share feedback, and learn more about the planning process. “These public forums are a vital step in ensuring public feedback as the Town develops its Parks Master Plan,” said Parks and Recreation Director Erik Barbieri. “Please join us and…

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Walk the Extra Mile at Compo Beach with Rach’s Hope!

Sep 21, 2025 Stephen Krauchick

Fourth Annual Family Fun Walk – Sunday, October 5, 2025 at 3 PM Westport, CT — Lace up your sneakers, grab your family and friends, and head to Compo Beach on Sunday, October 5th at 3:00 p.m. for Rach’s Hope Family Fun Walk: Walk the Extra Mile 2025. This heartwarming and lively event combines community, music, food, and fun—all in support of families facing the unimaginable challenges of critical illness. Hosted by Fairfield County non-profit Rach’s Hope, this one-mile beach walk has quickly become a cherished annual tradition. Walkers of all ages will join together at Ned Dimes Marina to celebrate community spirit, honor the legacy of Rachel Doran (Staples High School Class of 2015), and raise funds to provide food, transportation, and lodging for families with…

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Connecticut Energy Assistance Program (CEAP)

Sep 18, 2025 Stephen Krauchick

Westport, CT –Human Services Director Elaine Daignault reminds income-eligible Westport residents to apply for the Connecticut Energy Assistance Program (CEAP) starting October 1, 2025. Connecticut's federally funded Energy Assistance Program (CEAP) helps low-income households with winter heating bills. Connecticut's Department of Social Services administers the program with local Community Action Agencies and municipal social services departments. According to Daignault, "Westport residents that previously qualified for assistance through our office will receive application instructions in the mail. Residents wishing to apply for the first time may contact the Department of Human Services at 203-341-1050 or humansrv@westportct.gov to make an appointment.” To qualify, your household income must be at or below 60% of the State Median Income (SMI). The maximum income for households is as follows: Households…

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Westport Police Department Urges Residents and Visitors to Always Lock Cars

Sep 17, 2025 Stephen Krauchick

(Westport, CT) The Westport Police Department once again would like to remind our residents and visitors to always lock their cars and to secure their keys. Our community continues to be a target for car thieves and vehicle burglaries, with three stolen vehicle reports received between September 9th through the present, and a total of fifty-one stolen vehicle reports investigated by our agency year-to-date. These thefts have occurred from both parking lots as well as the driveways of private residences. It is a fact that the individuals perpetrating these crimes continue to prey on our town based on past successes in acquiring vehicles. Under no circumstances should a vehicle ever be left unattended and running, unlocked with the keys inside…

Westport Police Department Offers Halloween Safety Reminders

Westport Police Department Advisory – MetroNorth Railroad Announces Saugatuck PedestrianBridge Closures

Holy Smokes!

Westober Fest Traffic Concerns

Walk the Extra Mile at Compo Beach with Rach’s Hope! Fourth Annual Family Fun Walk – Sunday, October 5, 2025 at 3 PM

Westport Fire Department Awarded a Grant for Swiftwater Rescue Training

Residents Invited to Participate in Parks Master Plan Public Workshop

Walk the Extra Mile at Compo Beach with Rach’s Hope!

Connecticut Energy Assistance Program (CEAP)

Westport Police Department Urges Residents and Visitors to Always Lock Cars

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