Westport

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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2026 HOUSEHOLD HAZARDOUS WASTE DAY

Westport, CT –The Department of Public Works is holding its annual Household Hazardous Waste Day Saturday, April 11, 2026 RAIN or SHINE 9am – 2pm Greens Farms Railroad Station, Parking Lot #1, New Creek Road, Westport CT (Located between I-95 and Metro-North Railroad tracks) Note: Greens Farms Railroad Parking Lot #1 on New Creek Road will be CLOSED from Friday, April 10 at 5pm through Saturday, April 11 at 5pm for Household Hazardous Waste Day. Household Hazardous Waste Day is a NO CHARGE regional program for residents of Westport, Norwalk, New Canaan, Darien, Stamford, and Greenwich to safely dispose of their household hazardous wastes. Products such as cleaners, gasoline and pesticides can pollute the environment and jeopardize public health when they are…

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Fire On The Roof!

Report of a fire on the roof of the Barnes & Noble on Post Road East in Westport. Firefighters arrived on scene to a fire on the roof with HVAC workers working on the scene. The fire spread down the siding and they're currently working to put out the fire.

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