Morning Weather Report
Today
Mostly sunny, with a high near 66. Calm wind becoming southwest 5 to 9 mph in the morning.
Tonight
Mostly cloudy, with a low around 50. Light southwest wind.
Tomorrow
Showers, mainly after 1pm. High near 70. Light east wind becoming southeast 5 to 10 mph in the morning. Chance of precipitation is 90%. New precipitation amounts between a quarter and half of an inch possible.
Tomorrow Night
Showers and possibly a thunderstorm. Steady temperature around 65. Breezy, with a south wind 11 to 16 mph increasing to 17 to 22 mph after midnight. Winds could gust as high as 40 mph. Chance of precipitation is 90%. New rainfall amounts between three quarters and one inch possible.
Following Re-Election, Lisa Wexler Resumes “The Lisa Wexler Show” after Brief Hiatus
Connoisseur Media is delighted to announce that Lisa Wexler will resume broadcasting The Lisa Wexler Show on WICC600AM/107.3FM beginning Wednesday, November 9th, 2022.
“We congratulate Lisa on her re-election as Probate Judge and are looking forward to having Lisa back on-air after this brief election hiatus. Our listening community has clearly missed her on WICC. ” -- Kristin Okesson, Senior Vice President of Connoisseur Media
Lisa Wexler won her Westport-Weston District with over 72 percent of the vote. She ran as a Democrat this election, after having won three elections as a Republican in the same district.
“Lisa I just wanted to tell you how much you are missed in our everyday! I for one can't wait till the election is over and you can come back to us all!” – Ida, The Lisa Wexler Show Listener
The Lisa Wexler Show airs Monday through Friday from 10am to 12pm ET.
Morning Weather Report
Today
Sunny, with a high near 55. Northeast wind around 6 mph becoming calm in the afternoon.
Tonight
Mostly clear, with a low around 40. Calm wind.
Tomorrow
Patchy frost before 7am. Otherwise, sunny, with a high near 63. Calm wind becoming southwest 5 to 8 mph in the morning.
Tomorrow Night
Increasing clouds, with a low around 49. Light southwest wind.
Full Moon Rising
One of our smaller community members embracing the full moon as it rose over Compo Beach. Photo by Nancy Lally for WestportLocal.com
Spectacular Sunrise
A cooler Fall day began with a bright, beaming sun over the Long Island Sound. Photo by Nancy Lally for WestportLocal.com
Westport’s Finest, Local Community Members Honored during Awards Ceremony
(L-R): Police Chief Foti Koskinas, Police Detectives Marc Heinmiller, Ashley Delvecchio. Heinmiller and Delvecchio were co-recipients of the Officer of the Year for 2021.On November 4th, 2022, the Westport Police Department held their third annual officer awards ceremony, recognizing outstanding work done by officers in the year 2021.
Among the recognized were civilian and Westport’s Unsung Hero, Tucker Peters, for saving his friend from drowning after their boat tipped over this past summer and Jose Rodriguez who helped a woman climb to safety after falling onto the train tracks during peak train hours.
Also recognized were Assistant Westport Fire Chief Matthew Cohen and Fire Fighter Michael Durette who assisted officers in locating a dangerous felon.
Officers were recognized for their competence and success in a variety of incidents to include armed suspects, barricaded subjects, the mentally ill, and time consuming, in-depth investigations. Detective Ashley Delvecchio and Detective Marc Heinmiller were co-recipients of the 2021 Officer of the Year Award for their consistent and innate ability to solve investigative cases. In all, forty officers received awards, many of whom received multiple awards.
Chief Koskinas thanked the award recipients for their dedication and commitment to Westport. “I congratulate and remind all Westport Officers that their hard work does not go unnoticed”, said Koskinas.
Local Officials Join CEO Sheldon Kahan For Ribbon Cutting At Interstate Design Center Grand Opening
CUTTING THE RIBBON - From L. to R.: Senior Marketing Director Ben Kahan, 2nd Selecwoman Andrea Moore, Interstate's Frank Bowron, Manager, Window & Door Division, Brian Kurtz, V.P. of Sales, First Selectwoman Jen Tooker, Interstate CEO Shelly Kahan, Westport Chamber of Commerce Director Matthew Mandell, Jason Kirsch, Interstate Servie Manager and CT 136th District Representative Jonathan Steinberg.
Westport First Selectwoman Jen Tooker joined Interstate + Lakeland CEO Sheldon Kahan, local officials and Interstate staff to cut the ribbon officially opening the company's new state-of-the-art building products design center at 800 Post Rd. East.The new 11,000 square foot showroom offers the finest in windows, doors, custom mill work, hardware and accessories geared toward the luxury home building and remodeling. (see WestportLocal.com, November 3rd, )
Kahan and his staff including senior Marketing Director and 4th generation of the Kahan family to work at Interstate, Ben Kahan, Frank Bowron, manager of the window and door division, VP of Sales Brian Kurtz and service manager Jason Kirsch proudly gave the grand tour of the center which was designed to give visitors the feel of an art gallery. They received many compliments on the tour from local officials including 2nd Selectwoman Andrea Moore, Westport-Weston Chamber of Commerce Director Matt Mandell and Jonathan Steinberg state representative for Westport.
Visitors also were treated to the gourmet delicious offerings of the area's well known and loved food truck the MeltMobile.
The Kahan family invites the people of Westport to see all of the beautiful products they offer, including their new custom millwork line, the Westport Collection which includes their Saugatuck, Blue Water and Beachside series, and visit their photo gallery which shows their products installed in fine homes in Westport and the surrounding area.
Photos By J.C. Martin For WestportLocalPress.com Click on an image to enlarge and open gallery.
Morning Weather Report | Election Day
Today
Sunny, with a high near 55. North wind 9 to 14 mph.
Tonight
Mostly clear, with a low around 32. North wind around 7 mph.
Tomorrow
Sunny, with a high near 54. North wind around 6 mph becoming calm in the afternoon.
Tomorrow Night
Patchy frost after 2am. Otherwise, mostly clear, with a low around 40. Calm wind.
Westport Hosts Inspiring Event: “Life Teammates: The Power We Have To Deliver Hope”
Press ReleaseFirst Selectwoman Jennifer Tooker and Human Services Director Elaine Daignault have announced that former major league pitcher John Trautwein, from the Will to Live Foundation, is speaking on Thursday, November 17, 2022, at 7:30 pm at Westport Town Hall Auditorium (110 Myrtle Avenue, Westport). Sponsored by Westport Youth Services, the Police Athletic League, and the Teen Awareness Group, the event aims to raise awareness about teen suicide and the challenges our teens face today.
Trautwein's story of losing his son Will to suicide in 2010 with no sign or warning sparked the Trautwein Family’s mission to encourage kids to “talk about it” and serve as Life Teammates® as they encounter life's sorrows and joys. Will to Live’s “Life Teammates” concept helps teens and young adults identify and recognize the love and support they already have by leaning into one another.
According to Daignault, “Mr. Trautwein recently spoke about Life Teammates at the FCIAC leadership conference in August to rave reviews. We are thrilled to have Mr. Trautwein back in Fairfield County to share his inspiring message of hope and connection.”
First Selectwoman Tooker added, “I encourage anyone who interacts with young people to attend. Prevention starts with conversations. Attending John’s talk with your middle or high school students is an excellent way to begin those supportive conversations.”
This program is most appropriate for parents, middle and high school students, coaches, and anyone who works with young people. Additional resources and counseling support will be available through Kids in Crisis and Positive Directions during and after the event.
As part of the Town’s commitment to prevention education under the Westport Together alliance, the Westport Prevention Coalition encourages programs and discussions that raise awareness about mental health, substance abuse, and suicide prevention. For more information and recordings of previous programs, please go to www.westporttogether.org/programs
For additional information about Will to Live https://will-to-live.org, please contact Steve Bogan at sbogan83@gmail.com To learn more about Westport Human Services and Westport Together, go to www.westportct.gov/humanservices or contact humansrv@westportct.gov at 203-341-1050.
A Glorious Saturday In November At Sherwood Island
With temps in the 70's on Saturday people headed for Westport beaches to catch some rays, walk along the paths admiring the fading colors of autumn and trying to catch something good for dinner from the jetty.
Fashionista Bichon named Lilly and her friend, a Maltipoo name Liyla showed us how to look great while protecting their eyes from the glaring sun. Even Wonderwoman couldn't resist making an appearance.
Photos By J.C. Martin For WestportLocalPress.com Click on an image to enlarge and open gallery.
