Westport

Westport News: Credit Card Theft

#Westport CT--On Tuesday, November 20, 2018, officers responded to Balducci’s Market, 1385 Post Road East, on a theft complaint. Upon speaking with the victim, he alleged that a co-worker at the store, identified as Williemae Reed, had stolen the identifying information from his debit card and had subsequently used that information to make multiple unauthorized purchases totaling approximately $375.00.   Despite a number of attempts, officers were unable to make contact with or locate the suspect in this incident. Based on the investigation, an arrest warrant was sought and granted for Reed. On Thursday, June 30, 2020, the Westport Police Department was contacted by members of the Naugatuck Police Department who were reporting that Williemae Reed was currently being held…

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Westport News: Burglary-Larceny

#Westport CT--At approximately 2:07 pm on Thursday, June 25, 2020, what was initially reported as a trespassing complaint was received from a Westport residence. The complainant alleged that an individual may have entered the home without permission, and provided a description of him which was broadcast to responding officers. A person matching that description was quickly located by officers near the residence in question and was detained for further investigation of the complaint. Officers met with the complainant; a realtor who is one of the listing agents of the currently unoccupied dwelling that contained some of the owner’s belongings. She reported that upon arriving at the home to do some maintenance, she encountered an individual who walked out from the…

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Westport Parks and Recreation Department Update

#Westport, CT – Parks and Recreation Director Jennifer Fava is pleased to announce the following Parks and Recreation Department updates. Longshore Golf Course: As of June 27, 2020, two players may share a golf cart.  Both players must wear face-covering while in the cart and the same person must be the driver of the cart the entire time.  Exception: members of the same household will not be required to wear a face-covering while sharing a cart and valid drivers may alternate. Tennis Courts: The tennis courts at Longshore Club Park will be closed for maintenance on Friday, June 26, 2020, from 12:30 pm for the remainder of the day and will reopen at 8 am on Saturday, June 27, 2020. As…

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#Westport, CT– This afternoon, multiple black bear sightings were reported in the northern section of town. One bear cub and one large young male bear were observed. The bears were not acting in an aggressive manner and were observed to be acting normally. The Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection Wildlife Division (DEEP) was notified.   Black bears are becoming increasingly common in Connecticut. In order to safely co-exist, residents are reminded to take precautions to prevent negative encounters with bears and nuisance behavior. Bears have an incredible sense of smell. To prevent luring them towards your property, secure your garbage in sturdy covered containers in a garage or outbuilding. Residents that compost are asked to do so responsibly.…

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Westport News: Elderly Woman Injured Driving Car Through Garage

2020-06-21@6:55pm--#Westport CT-- An elderly woman has a leg injury after driving her car through her garage on Webb Road.   This news report is made possible by:   [caption id="attachment_80764" align="aligncenter" width="1656"] Visit Jack's website at:http://johnrodicanhomes.com/[/caption]

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Merritt Rollover Crash

2020-06-21@3:50pm--#Westport CT--#cttraffic--A rollover accident on the Merritt Parkway northbound between exits 41 and 42.   This news report is made possible by:   [caption id="attachment_83971" align="aligncenter" width="1440"] Vist BDK Law Group at:http://www.bdklawgroup.com/[/caption]  

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Westport News: Parks and Recreation Department Update

#Westport, CT – Parks and Recreation Director, Jennifer Fava, is pleased to announce the following Parks and Recreation Department updates. Longshore Golf Course: As of June 18, 2020, the driving range and practice putting area will be open for use.  Driving range balls will be available through payment at the ball machine only.  The fee is $6 per basket.  The machine accepts singles and fives and exact change only is required.  Be sure to bring the cash with you. As of June 23, 2020, an additional half-hour of tee times will be available Mondays through Thursdays, which will start at 7:30am. Athletic Fields: Based upon changes in the Governor’s restrictions on gathering size and the Phase 2 Reopening Guidelines, athletic fields…

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Westport Recreation Upates

#Westport, CT – Parks and Recreation Director Jennifer Fava, is pleased to announce the following Parks and Recreation Department updates. Tennis: As of June 13, 2020, doubles play will be allowed at Town of Westport tennis courts located at Longshore Club Park, Staples High School, Town Farm and Doubleday (located behind Saugatuck Elementary School). Dogs off Leash: As of June 13, 2020, dogs will no longer be required to be on leash while in the off leash area of Winslow Park or other Town property where dogs are allowed. Pickleball and Platform Tennis Courts: As of June 17, 2020, one pickleball court at Compo Beach will be open for singles play with restrictions.  Use will be first come-first serve. As of…

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I-95 Crash!

2020-06-14@1:40pm--#Westport CT-- First responder are on scene on I-95 southbound near exit 17 extricating someone from a crash.  

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Westport News: Tax Man Cometh…

Westport, CT -  Tax Collector Harry Whiteley reminded residents today that first quarter real estate taxes, personal property taxes, motor vehicle taxes and sanitary sewer use and assessment charges are due July 1, 2020.  Taxpayers have until August 3, 2020 to pay taxes without penalty.  Accounts will be subject to an 18 percent (1.5 percent/month) penalty charge if paid late.                         Minimum interest charge is $2.00.   Failure to receive a bill does not abate the charges or interest. Real estate taxes, personal property taxes, motor vehicle taxes and sanitary use and assessment bills may be paid by credit card, debit card, or direct withdrawal from a checking account on-line at www.westportct.gov.…

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