Waterworks Continue on Hillspoint Road
Aquarion Water Company, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Eversource, and Rondano Construction of Norwalk continued its work on the local water main under Hillspoint road this morning. The planned project began on October 5th, according to a Town of Westport Press Release, and will finish in Spring 2021. Aquarion said the work will improve local water quality and infrastructure: “The project, which will replace approximately 5,000 feet of water main, is part of an ongoing program to improve Aquarion’s water distribution system and to ensure the highest quality water. The infrastructure upgrades will also help to reduce leaks and water main breaks that can cause service interruptions.” (Aquarion Water Company)
MoCA Postpones Holiday Open House due to Weather
The Museum of Contemporary Art Westport announced that they will be postponing their free holiday open house - which originally scheduled for tomorrow - until next Saturday due to forecasted inclement weather.
“The event will now take place on Saturday, December 12 due to inclement weather expected on Saturday, December 5th. We appreciate the support of our community over the last year, and are thrilled to invite you to a free Open House event. The event will feature:
Outdoor caroling by small groups of the Orphenians of Staples High School
Complimentary admission to our World Peace exhibition
A holiday-themed project for kids
Performances by teachers and students from the Westport School of Music
In addition to complimentary hot chocolate provided by Sheila Barton Events and free doughnuts provided by Grateful Food Company, food and drinks will be available for purchase from on-site outdoor vendors including The Melt Truck, which specializes in unique grilled cheese sandwiches, and Bubble & Brew, featuring coffees, teas and baked goods.
In lieu of an admission fee, please consider bringing an unwrapped toy, which will be donated to the Westport Police Department Annual Toy Drive.
In the case of inclement weather, the event will be cancelled.
*All safety and health protocols, including the wearing of masks, will be explicitly followed. “
Enjoy the Sun While You Can: Rain, Gale Warning to Start the Weekend
The sun was out this morning over Old Mill Beach, with few visitors to enjoy it. The National Weather Service, New York City, forecasts rain starting this afternoon and continuing through tomorrow afternoon. A Gale Warning is also in effect from 6:00 AM Saturday until 6:00 AM Sunday, with “Northwest winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and seas 2 to 4 feet expected.” (National Weather Service, New York City)
I-95 Nearly Stopped Overnight
Planned DOT roadwork between I-95 northbound exits 18 and 19 slowed traffic to a near stand-still just after midnight on Friday. The roadwork resulted in left and center lane closures and heavy traffic for several miles - resulting in many exiting the highway to open roads on Route 1. Both lanes are planned to be re-opened by 6:00 AM Friday morning. Photo taken from the Hillspoint Road overpass, looking North, just after 12:00 AM.