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Rental Truck Strikes Compo Road South Railroad Overpass

A Penske rental truck, more than 13 feet tall, hit the Metro North Overpass over Compo Road South before noon today. The overpass has signage on both sides that state its 11’8” clearance.

The truck continued to drive another 100 feet past the bridge, stopping at the entrance to Vani Court with the entire roof of the truck’s cargo box cut off and on the road behind.

Westport Police, Metro North Police, and towing personnel were on scene to clear the roadway of debris and the truck.

An officer directs traffic around a truck that struck the Metro North railroad overpass earlier today.

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Welcome Back: Joey’s by the Shore with Elvira Mae’s Opens for 2021

Joey’s by the Shore with Elvira Mae’s Coffee Bar opened today at their famous 222 Hillspoint Road corner shop. The locally owned business is a combination of the former Elvira Mae’s and Compo Beach’s recently closed Joey’s by the Shore. They’ll be serving beachside customers until 4:00 PM today. Orders can be made in-person or online.

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