James Bairaktaris 4/28/22 James Bairaktaris 4/28/22

Westport Announces Free Native Sapling Giveaway Friday

Westport Tree Board:

In recognition of Arbor Day, on Friday, April 30, the Tree Board will host its annual native sapling giveaway from 3pm to 4pm at the front driveway at Westport Town Hall (110 Myrtle Avenue). First Selectwoman Jennifer Tooker will read a proclamation establishing Westport’s recognition of Arbor Day and the Town’s selection as a ‘Tree City USA’ per the Arbor Day Foundation. Native saplings for giveaway on a first come, first serve basis will be donated by the Bartlett Tree Company.

James Bairaktaris 4/27/22 James Bairaktaris 4/27/22

Westport COVID-19 Cases Up 6

The State Department of Public Health reported 6 more cases in Westport over the past day. The State’s daily test positivity rate was up to 8.80% while hospitalizations were up 19 patients, with 210 patients currently hospitalized for COVID-19 throughout the State.

Westport total positive or probable cases: 4,413 cases.
Westport total COVID-19 Deaths: 36 deaths
State Daily Test Positivity: 8.80% [up from 8.51%]
State Hospitalizations: 210 patients [+19]