Eliot Lewis Packed The Levitt Pavilion Saturday Night
Eliot Lewis has a career most musicians could only dream of. Eliot is not only a member of Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductees, Daryl Hall & John Oates band, but also the original featured musician on the award winning web and Tv show, "Live From Daryl's House”. Eliot has played along side Billy Gibbons (ZZ Top), Joe Walsh, Todd Rundgren, Train, Grace Potter, Ben Folds, Cheap Trick, Rob Thomas, Jason Mraz, Darius Rucker, Gavin DeGraw and many, many others.
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Touring as a solo artist, Eliot has captivated audiences all over the country with his electric performances. "Life Happens" is Eliot's latest release and has shot a promo video for Living In The Moment.
"Eliot is a musician who can do it all, great singer, songwriter and guitarist. He rocks and he's got soul. No one does it quite like him" - Daryl Hall
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Morning Weather Report
Today
Showers and possibly a thunderstorm. Some of the storms could produce heavy rainfall. High near 78. East wind 6 to 9 mph. Chance of precipitation is 90%. New rainfall amounts between 1 and 2 inches possible.
Tonight
A 50 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 68. Southeast wind around 5 mph becoming calm in the evening.
Tomorrow
A chance of showers, then showers likely and possibly a thunderstorm after 2pm. Partly sunny, with a high near 85. Calm wind becoming south around 6 mph in the morning. Chance of precipitation is 60%. New rainfall amounts of less than a tenth of an inch, except higher amounts possible in thunderstorms.
Tomorrow Night
Showers likely and possibly a thunderstorm before 8pm, then a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms between 8pm and 2am. Partly cloudy, with a low around 67. Light and variable wind. Chance of precipitation is 60%.
High Tides
8:35 AM / 8:51 PM
Low Tides
2:33 AM / 2:43 PM
Westport Scout Aims towards Eagle with Donation Drive for Newborns
Troop 139 Life Scout Amelia Gura. Contributed photoWestporter Amelia Gura, a Life Scout with Westport’s Troop 139, is heading towards becoming an Eagle Scout. One of the most prestigious honors to earn in scouting - becoming an Eagle Scout requires a public service project. Gura has chosen to work with the Bridgeport Hospital Foundation to collect supplies for newborns and their parent.
These items include:
Diapers (Newborn-5)
Huggies Baby Wipes
Graco Pack-N-Play
Baby Scale
Digital Thermometer
Gerber Baby Girl Pants (all sizes)
Gerber Baby Boy Pants (all sizes)
Socks (all sizes)
Unisex Onesies (all sizes)
Graco Snug-Ride 35 Infant Car Seat
Evenflo Toddler Car Seat
Gura has requested the items to be purchased through an Amazon registry or that her request be shared with the community.
Morning Weather Report
Today
Partly sunny, with a high near 86. Southeast wind 5 to 8 mph.
Tonight
A 50 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, mainly after midnight. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 68. East wind 6 to 8 mph.
Tomorrow
Showers and thunderstorms. High near 79. East wind around 8 mph. Chance of precipitation is 90%. New rainfall amounts between three quarters and one inch possible.
Tomorrow Night
Showers and thunderstorms before 1am, then showers likely. Low around 67. Southeast wind 5 to 7 mph. Chance of precipitation is 80%. New rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch, except higher amounts possible in thunderstorms.
High Tides
7:59 PM
Low Tides
1:49 PM
Governor: Stage 3 Drought Declared for Upper Counties
Press Release
Governor Ned Lamont [Thursday] announced that at the recommendation of the Connecticut Interagency Drought Workgroup, he is declaring a Stage 3 drought level for New London and Windham counties due to more serious conditions that are emerging in those areas. All other counties in Connecticut (Fairfield, Hartford, Litchfield, Middlesex, New Haven, and Tolland) will remain in Stage 2, as declared on July 14.
There are five levels of declarations under the Connecticut Drought Preparedness and Response Plan, with Stage 1 representing below normal conditions and Stage 5 being the most extreme.
Stage 3 identifies a moderate drought event, potentially impacting water supplies, agriculture, or natural ecosystems. Stage 2 is a notification of an emerging drought and is intended as an awareness stage regarding the possibility of a developing drought.
The decision to move two counties to Stage 3 is based on an assessment of indicator data monitored by state and federal agencies, including precipitation, surface waters, groundwater, reservoirs, soil moisture, vegetation, and fire danger conditions. The most recent occasion when a Stage 3 drought condition was declared in Connecticut was in October 2020.
“Connecticut continues to experience the impacts of climate change with this exceptionally dry summer, and while the entire state is experiencing drought conditions, we are seeing the most severe of those conditions right now in the areas of New London and Windham counties,” Governor Lamont said. “There are steps that residents and businesses can take to help reduce the impacts of this drought, including by voluntarily reducing water usage to only those things that are absolutely necessary and limiting the amount of water being used. Those who depend on private wells, fire or irrigation ponds, and other highly localized water resources should be especially mindful of local conditions, most particularly in places where previous droughts have had a significant impact on water supplies.”
The Connecticut Interagency Drought Workgroup is a state function that consists of representatives from several state agencies, including the Department of Agriculture, Department of Emergency Services and Public Protection, Department of Energy and Environmental Protection, Department of Public Health, Office of Policy and Management, and the Public Utilities Regulatory Authority, with assistance from the National Weather Service and the United States Geological Survey. It meets as necessary to assess drought conditions and make recommendations to the governor on the state’s response.
“We are recommending to the governor that New London and Windham counties all be increased to Stage 3 because precipitation shortfalls, reduced groundwater levels, stream flows, and soil moisture impacts are especially pronounced there,” Office of Policy and Management Undersecretary Martin Heft, who serves as chair of the workgroup, said. “Rainfall and droughts do not follow political boundaries, and impacts can be more severe at certain locations. We urge everyone to follow the advice of their local water company or municipality regarding potential water restrictions.”
To avoid further stressing water supplies and other impacts of drought, state and local governments, residents, and businesses are being asked to voluntarily take the following measures:
Reduce, to the extent possible, the watering of lawns, recreational and athletic fields, gardens, or other landscaped areas (if watering is essential, late evening hours are best)
Avoid burning in or near woodlands or brushlands
Report dry fire/irrigation ponds or private wells to municipal drought liaisons or regional emergency management liaisons
Postpone the planting of any new lawns or vegetation
Minimize overall water use by fixing leaky plumbing and fixtures
Take shorter showers
Run dishwashers and clothes washing machines with full loads
Shut off water while washing dishes, shaving, brushing teeth, and lathering up to wash hands, rather than running the water continuously
Avoid washing vehicles or power-washing homes and other buildings
Do not use water to clean sidewalks, driveways, and roads
Do not use public water to fill residential swimming pools
Residents and businesses should also stay alert for any additional conservation requests issued by their water suppliers or municipal governments. Tips on water-saving measures can be found on the Connecticut Department of Public Health’s website and on the Connecticut Water Planning Council’s website.
For more information on the Connecticut Interagency Drought Workgroup and the Connecticut Drought Preparedness and Response Plan, visit portal.ct.gov/Water/Drought/Drought-Home.
Morning Weather Report
Today
Mostly sunny, with a high near 88. Calm wind becoming south 5 to 8 mph in the afternoon.
Tonight
Patchy fog after 2am. Otherwise, mostly clear, with a low around 67. South wind 5 to 7 mph becoming calm after midnight.
Tomorrow
Partly sunny, with a high near 84. Light southeast wind becoming east 5 to 9 mph in the morning.
Tomorrow Night
Showers and thunderstorms likely, mainly after 2am. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 68. Southeast wind around 6 mph becoming calm in the evening. Chance of precipitation is 60%. New rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch, except higher amounts possible in thunderstorms.
High Tides
6:42 AM / 7:02 PM
Low Tides
12:40 AM / 12:52 PM
Westport COVID-19 Cases Up 4; State Positivity Rate, Hospitalizations Up
The State Department of Public Health reported 4 more COVID-19 cases in Westport over the past day. The State positivity rate was up to 10.43% while 358 people remain hospitalized around the State.
Westport total positive or probable cases: 5,695 cases.
Westport total COVID-19 Deaths: 39 deaths
State Daily Test Positivity: 10.43% [up from 9.88%]
State COVID-19 Hospitalizations: 385 patients [up from 329]
Westport Property Transfers: August 1st - 5th; Highest Sale at $3.8 Million in Compo Neighborhood
Westport Town Clerk’s Office:
Total Conveyance Tax: $58,581.25
Total Sales: $23,432,500
Highest Transfer Price: 9 Norwalk Avenue: $3,800,000
Lowest Transfer Price: 1 Crow Hollow Lane: $575,000
Transfers:
9 Norwalk Avenue: $3,800,000
38 Crawford Road: $2,785,000
3 Hitchcock Road: $2,700,000
7 Easton Road: $2,200,000
3 Elizabeth Drive: $1,900,000
17 Tamarac Road: $1,850,000
36 Woodside Avenue: $1,832,500
46 Coleytown Road: $1,795,000
12 Terra Nova Circle: $1,200,000
18 Twin Circle Drive: $1,200,000
7 Lockwood Circle: $895,000
30 Maplewood Avenue: $700,000
1 Crow Hollow Lane: $575,000
Anne Stamps, 81, Died; Westport Community Theater Actress, Former Westporter
Anne Stamps, 81, of Woodville, died August 16, 2022 at her residence. She was born in Detroit, MI on October 18, 1940 to the late James Howard Obey and Carol Aldrich Obey.
Cynthia was born in Detroit, grew up in Pittsburgh, PA and graduated from Mt. Lebanon High School. She attended Fairmont State College in WV where she met her husband, Raymond Thompson Stamps of 62 years. Cynthia earned her associates degree from NOVA. She was a model with Atlantic City Models Guild and in New York City.
Throughout her life she lived in Linwood, NJ, Westport, CT and Arlington, VA. Cynthia was a member of A.A. for 44 years, Reynold Memorial Baptist Church and its Praise Team Band. She was very active in RAAC theater doing hair, makeup, set design, directing and producing. She was also active in Westport Community Theater. She once owned a gift/antique shop in Washington, VA called Morning Glory Antiques. Cynthia loved clouds and was a member of the Cloud Society. Above all, she was an artist.
She is survived by her husband; her children, J. Britt Stamps (Annie) of Nokesville, VA and B. Chad Stamps (Christy Hartmann) of Fairfax Station, VA; four grandchildren, Sidney Harvey, Conner Stamps, McKenna Stamps, and Emmah Stamps; two sisters, Carolyn Bromberg (Richard) and Cathryn Alice Anderson; two brothers-in-law, George Stamps (Carolyn) and Gary Stamps; one sister-in-law, Penny DaGrossa; and a host of nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents, Cynthia is preceded in death by two brothers-in-law, Eric Anderson and Donald DaGrossa; and one sister-in-law, Jewel Stamps.
A service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, August 20, 2022 at Reynolds Memorial Baptist Church, 3748 Sperryville Pike, Sperryville, VA 22740 with Rev. Randy Clark and Rev. Jon Heddleston officiating. Interment will follow in St. Paul's Episcopal Cemetery in Woodville, VA.
There will be a reception at the church immediately following the interment. Pallbearers will be Deacon Terry Dixon, Deacon Doug Elkins, Deacon Dan Bailey, Greg Sanders, Dallas Clark, and Brian J. Ross. Honorary pallbearers will be Richard Bromberg, Gary Stamps, George Stamps, Deacon Ann Miller, and Deacon Linda Kline. The family would like to express their gratitude to Hospice of the Piedmont for their wonderful care and to members of the Reynolds Memorial Baptist Church and friends from the community. An online guestbook and tribute wall are available at www.foundandsons.com Found and Sons Funeral Chapel of Culpeper is serving the family.
Westport Rotary Club’s LobsterFest Hits the Beach September 17th
Press Release
Photo by Dave Matlow for WestportLocal.comWestport Rotary Club’s LobsterFest washes onshore this year, on Saturday, Sept. 17 at Compo Beach from 3pm to 7pm, with an in-person event, as well as a drive-through option. Around 1,200 ticket holders will dine by the water at the hotly anticipated rain or shine event, Westport Rotary’s main fundraiser, which sells out every year. LobsterFest is a signature community gathering, an excellent way to support local philanthropic activities while celebrating the transition from Summer to Fall.
Westport Rotary Club members are thrilled to be preparing for the 11th annual LobsterFest. Tickets can be purchased at www.westportrotary.org or directly from Westport Rotary Club members. For guests who prefer to eat their lobsters and/or steak at home, drive-through tickets must be purchased online from the website only.
Funds earned from LobsterFest tickets and sponsorships enable Westport Rotary to award over 36 Charitable Giving grants to local nonprofits and support impactful humanitarian projects around the world. LobsterFest brings the Westport community together so we can connect and engage with others, belong to something bigger than ourselves, give back, serve to change lives, and most of all, have fun.
Local recipients include Mercy Learning Center, a non-profit which helps women become fluent in English, obtain their GEDs, go onto college and support their families, and Child Guidance of Fairfield County, another nonprofit that provides psychological and educational support to children traumatized by past experiences. Other causes that receive support include food pantries, environmental sustainability, educational and summer program scholarships, and improvement of behavioral health.
Children’s activities this year include a magician, glitter tattoos, face painting, and Maker Faire pin making. Live music will be provided by the Hot Rubber Monkey Band, a local favorite. In past years, LobsterFest volunteers served some 2,400 lobsters, 300 steaks, and 1,600 ears of corn, as well as raw oysters and clams.
Tickets are an exceptional value at $75 per person for two 1.25-pound lobsters or a 14 oz. New York strip steak plus corn, coleslaw, bread and butter, potato salad, Peppermint Patties, and a generous supply of beer, wine, and nonalcoholic beverages. Children’s tickets are $10 for a choice of a hot dog or chicken tenders.
Tickets are available only in advance, online at www.westportrotary.org and directly from Westport Rotary Club members. The LobsterFest event is supported by numerous sponsors. For sponsorship information please contact Gillian Anderson at ganderson24@optonline.net.
Westport Rotary Club follows guidance from the local health authorities. In case LobsterFest needs to limit in-person dining, ticket holders will be contacted by email to arrange for a scheduled drive-through option.
Representing a cross-section of local business and professional leaders, the Westport Rotary Club is an organization of men and women united in service to their community, vocation and the world. One of 35,200 Rotary clubs worldwide, the Westport Rotary Club is known for philanthropy and for providing hands-on project leadership both locally and internationally. More information is available at www.westportrotary.org.
The public is always welcome to attend Rotary Club luncheon meetings, which take place on Tuesdays from 12 noon to 1:30 pm at Greens Farms Congregational Church in Westport. The luncheon cost for guests is $20. The Club welcomes membership inquiries. Please contact Club President Karl Mergenthaler at kcmergen19@gmail.com.