Gas Company Hits Gas Line
Firefighters were dispatched to Oak Street, where a gas company working on the street struck a gas line. 2025-11-20@11:01am-- Westport CT
Westport Police Department Announces Annual “Holiday Toy Drive”
The Westport Police Department, in partnership with the Westport Police Athletic League, and Westport Police Benevolent Association, will be hosting their annual “Holiday Toy Drive”, that provides toys to underprivileged children throughout Fairfield County. Westport Police Officers will accept new, unopened and unwrapped toys for all ages and genders, as well as cash donations in the parking lot of ASF Sports & Outdoors located at 1560 Post Road East, Westport, CT on the following Saturdays and Sundays between the hours of 9:00am to 4:00pm: The Toy Post, 180 Post Road East, Westport, CT We respectfully ask for your support and generosity to help create lasting memories for children in need in our community as we believe that every child deserves…
Westport Police Department Arrests Two in Connection with Armed Robbery
(Westport, CT) – This afternoon the Westport Police Department arrested two individuals in connection with an armed robbery of an armored car driver that occurred in the parking lot of a Post Road East bank. At approximately 12:33pm on Thursday, November 6, 2025, Westport Police received a 9-1-1 emergency call reporting an armed robbery that had occurred at the Wells Fargo Bank located at 422 Post Road East. Additional details were provided that two suspects dressed in all black clothing and masks had accosted an armored car driver after he had retrieved a cash deposit from inside the bank. The suspect vehicle had reportedly parked alongside the victim’s van, exiting and approaching as he returned from inside the bank. One…
Westport, CT – The Westport Fire Department, led by Fire Chief Nick Marsan, is proud to partner once again with Bridgeport Rescue Mission for the 3rd annual “Share the Warmth” Coat Drive.
As colder months approach, the department invites the community to help keep neighbors in need warm this winter. Chief Marsan noted, “This drive impacts hundreds of men, women, and children from some of the area’s most distressed neighborhoods. A coat may seem simple, but it’s essential for many children and adults in nearby communities.” Donations of new or gently used (and clean) winter coats, hats, mittens/gloves, and snow suits will be accepted through November 30th at the following locations: Westport Fire Headquarters: 515 Post Road East Westport Senior Center: 21 Imperial Avenue Westport Town Hall: 11 Myrtle Avenue Coleytown Elementary School: 65 Easton Road Long Lots Elementary School: 13 Hyde Lane Kings Highway Elementary School: 125 Post Road West The majority of coats will be delivered to Bridgeport Rescue…
Westport Police Department Arrests Four in Connection with Stolen Vehicle and Recovered Firearm
WESTPORT — On Tuesday, October 27, 2025, at about 8:52 p.m., Westport officers received license plate reader alerts indicating a reported stolen vehicle in the Saugatuck area. An officer located the vehicle traveling northbound on Saugatuck Avenue and, with a second officer’s assistance, conducted a felony high-risk stop near Riverside Avenue and Post Road West. The four occupants complied with commands and were removed from the vehicle without incident. A search of the passenger compartment uncovered a firearm on the rear floor below the driver’s seat. Police say the vehicle, a Toyota Scion, had been reported stolen in Branford on Saturday, October 25, 2025. The recovered firearm was a “ghost gun” assembled from assorted parts with no serial number; it…
Westport Police Department Offers Halloween Safety Reminders
(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…
Westport Police Department Advisory – MetroNorth Railroad Announces Saugatuck PedestrianBridge Closures
(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…
Holy Smokes!
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
Westober Fest Traffic Concerns
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.
Walk the Extra Mile at Compo Beach with Rach’s Hope! 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 children in Intensive Care Units across…