Klein’s Department Store: A Sign Shows as Building Renovated
As the facade to 44 Main Street was removed for renovations yesterday, a sign of Klein’s Department Store could still be seen underneath the debris - literally. Although faded, the unmistakable black lettering and painted font could still be recognized - highlighted in the pink box - by those who walked past. It’s unknown what will happen to the faded paint letters, or what the new building will look like upon completion by Frederick William Hoag architects.
The original Klein’s Department Store sign, which could be seen on Main Street yesterday as construction crews peeled back the facade covering it since 2004.
Photo by Westport-News.
New Neighbors: Capuli Restaurant to Downtown Area
Capuli Restaurant, a Californian-Mediterranean Fusion spot owned by Westporter Armando Brito, will be opening this month - and maybe as early as next week. The new restaurant will be at 143 Post Road East, the former location of Westport Pizzeria. This is the only location for the family—owned business, which will provide mainly take-out based service. Their telephone number once open will be: 203-557-9340. Contributed photos & reporting.
Wet Weather Deters Downtown Shoppers as End-of-Year Sales Continue
As sales marking the end of 2020 continue at shops on Main Street, wet weather and cool temperatures created a raw day to shop - detering the usual Sunday afternoon crowds.
Looking Back: 2020 in Photos | May
In celebration of the new year, The Westport Local Press is looking back at the past 12 months in Westport. Throughout the day, viewers can follow the year through published photographs representing the community.
In a year filled with so much sadness, not all things were bad as the community grew together during what will forever be known as the year of the pandemic.
Happy New Year.
Joey Romeo and Betsy Kravitz open Joey’s By the Shore featuring Elvira Mae’s Coffee Bar at the famous Old Mill beach institution.
Photo taken on May 1st. This is when businesses slowly began to re-open and understand the two main rules that were being introduced: wear a mask, and remain 6 feet apart. Joey’s by the Shore at the former Elvira’s re-opened this year new, starting off as a contactless, socially distant establishment. The local coffee and food stop would prove essential for the many community members who lived in the surrounding neighborhoods, not wanting to enter local grocery stores, as it would offer essential food and cleaning items as supplies were available. Photos by Jaime Bairaktaris
