The Westport RTM is Seeking a Candidate for a District 2 Vacancy
The Westport Representative Town Meeting (RTM) is seeking candidates for a District 2 representative to fill the vacancy created by the resignation of Christine Meiers Schatz. In accordance with the Town Charter, Section C5-8C, the vacancy must be filled by a registered voter residing in RTM District 2. No party affiliation is required since Westport’s RTM is non-partisan. The term expires November 28, 2023.
Residents of RTM District 2 interested in being considered to fill the vacancy are invited to send a resume on or before September 23, 2022 to Town Clerk Jeffrey Dunkerton at JDunkerton@westportct.gov.
10th Annual Slice of Saugatuck Wows Westport Again
The 10th anniversary of the Slice of Saugatuck Festival was well attended under sunny skies. Over 2000 people came to taste and see what Westport's second downtown had to offer. 7 bands were playing in every corner of the neighborhood, 4 bouncy houses were filled with excited children and people strolled the streets enjoying samples of food from two dozen eateries.
"What I liked most was seeing all the smiling faces," said Matthew Mandell, Executive Director of the Chamber and originator of the festival. "Saugatuck is a special place and this event shows it off like no other. I think people really got to see that."
Photos By J.C. Martin For WestportLocalPress.com Click on an image to enlarge and open gallery.
Catching A "Lift" At The Slice Of Saugatuck
One visitor to Saturday's Slice Of Saugatuck got a "lift" from Westport Police Chief Foti Koskinas, right, and one of the Board Of Directors for the Catch A Lift Fund, Andrew Berman. Both men are veterans and Berman's organization was founded to support and aid in the recovery of U.S. Servicemen dealing with the effects of involvement in military conflicts.
The organization's mission statement is this: Since our founding in 2010, the Catch A Lift Fund has helped thousands of post 9/11 combat injured veterans regain their mental and physical health through gym memberships, in home gym equipment, personalized fitness and nutrition programs and a peer support network. Catch A Lift vets are seeing and feeling results including dramatic weight loss, reduction in medications, improved sleep patterns, and strengthened relationships with family and friends, thanks to their healthier lifestyle. Our veteran testimonials attest that CAL has "saved their lives"; the greatest impact of all. You may learn more about the Catch A Lift Fund at https://catchaliftfund.org/
Photo By J.C. Martin For WestportLocalPress.com
Morning Weather Report
Today
Showers likely and possibly a thunderstorm before 8am, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms, mainly between 8am and 2pm. Cloudy, then gradually becoming mostly sunny, with a high near 83. Light and variable wind becoming southwest 5 to 10 mph in the morning. Chance of precipitation is 60%. New rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch, except higher amounts possible in thunderstorms.
Tonight
Mostly clear, with a low around 59. West wind around 7 mph.
Tomorrow
Sunny, with a high near 81. West wind 7 to 10 mph.
Tomorrow Night
Clear, with a low around 59. West wind around 6 mph.
High Tides
1:44 AM / 2:03 PM
Low Tides
7:57 AM / 8:28 PM
Westport COVID-19 Cases Up 5 over Weekend; State Positivity Rate Down
The State Department of Public Health reported 5 more COVID-19 cases in Westport over the weekend. The State positivity rate was down to 8.74%.
Westport total positive or probable cases: 5,791 cases.
Westport total COVID-19 Deaths: 39 deaths
State Daily Test Positivity: 8.74% [down from 9.85%]
Harvest Moon Brings Warm Light to Compo Saturday Night
The full Harvest Moon brought light and warmth to the seasonable Saturday evening on Compo Beach. Photo by Nancy Lally for WestportLocal.com
Morning Weather Report
Today
A 30 percent chance of showers after 3pm. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 76. Calm wind becoming west around 6 mph in the afternoon.
Tonight
Showers likely, mainly after 9pm. Cloudy, with a low around 65. Light and variable wind becoming east around 5 mph after midnight. Chance of precipitation is 60%. New precipitation amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch possible.
Tomorrow
A chance of showers, with thunderstorms also possible after 2pm. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 80. Light and variable wind becoming southeast around 6 mph in the morning. Chance of precipitation is 40%.
Tomorrow Night
A chance of showers and thunderstorms, then showers likely and possibly a thunderstorm after 8pm. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 68. Calm wind. Chance of precipitation is 60%. New rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch, except higher amounts possible in thunderstorms.
High Tides
12:10 AM / 12:33 PM
Low Tides
6:28 AM / 6:53 PM
An afternoon along Longshore
Bright skies gave a clear view to Longshore Sailing School and The Inn at Longshore as the waters remained busy after Labor Day weekend. WestportLocal.com photo
Wakeman Town Farm: The Annual Harvest Festival
Countless Westporters and supporters of the Wakeman Town Farm gathered for the annual Harvest Festival. There were various fall dinner options, donation opportunities, silent auction offers, and awesome live music. Photos by Cami Vynerib.
Cutting Through to Westport
“Remedy” of Saint Michaels, Maryland cuts through the afternoon chop of the Sound on its way into Westport. WestportLocal.com photo