Westport COVID-19 Cases Up 6
The State Department of Public Health reported 6 more cases in Westport over the weekend. The State’s daily test positivity rate was up to 3.65% while hospitalizations were up 7 patients, with 101 patients currently hospitalized for COVID-19 throughout the State.
Westport total positive or probable cases: 4,034 cases.
Westport total COVID-19 Deaths: 36 deaths
State Daily Test Positivity: 3.65% [up from 3.07%]
State Hospitalizations: 101 patients [+7]
Westport Neighbors Celebrate Eloise Reilly on 102nd Birthday
Eloise Reilly celebrates 102nd Birthday. (contributed photo)
Reilly sits with neighbors, including former Animal Control Officer Peter D’Amico. (contributed photos)Friends, families, and neighbors filled the living room of longtime Westporter Eloise Reilly to celebrate her 102nd birthday last week. Reilly is a beloved member of the neighborhood - with many of those near to her enjoying the ability to celebrate in-person with the quintessential cake, balloons, and of naturally: flowers.
According to friends, Reilly lives in a home that she built on Newtown Turnpike in the 1950s after her service in Europe during WWII. Reilly remains active and has been a member of the Westport Garden Club for decades, with members bringing flower to adorn the home as the neighborhood came together to celebrate a true Westport local.
Fundraiser For Ukraine in Fairfield Tomorrow Night
Fairfield residents have joined with well known charitable organization Al's Angels based in Westport which has been supporting children and families in need for over 20 years to host and evening of live music, Ukrainian and local foods and more to be held at the beautiful Pavilion at Penfield beach in Fairfield.
Fairfield is home to a large Ukrainian population and has been home to the Ukrainian-American club in Southport for 100 years.
The event is from 5:30 PM to 10:00 PM tomorrow night, Wednesday March 30th. 100% of the proceeds will be given to two charities which have been supporting the people of the Ukraine as they enter the second month in their struggle against the Russian invasion which is devastating the country. Come out for an evening of fun with a purpose and help the people of Ukraine!
You may also donate directly to: RAZOM For Ukraine (Razom means together in Ukrainian)
"Punk Is Coming" Opening Reception At MoCA Westport Draws Huge Crowd
"Punk Is Coming" drew one of MoCA Westport's largest audiences with cars filling the lots and lining the long driveway from Newtown Rd. The latest exhibit from MoCA Westport provides an in depth, comprehensive look at the bands and performers who created a unique musical, artistic and social style that made its mark on the world for years.
"Punk Is Coming" is a diverse group exhibition featuring over 50 photographers, filmmakers and artists whose work defined the punk era in the 1970’s in New York City, London, Los Angeles and other cities around the world.
The exhibition includes rare, never-before-seen videos and photographs, as well as artworks created by the punk era’s musicians and contemporary works heavily influenced by the movement.
Bands such as The Ramones, The Heartbreakers, the Cramps, the Sex Pistols and of course Debbie Harry and Blondie are represented in powerful images. Visitors can see performers like Johnny Rotten, Sid Vicious and Richard Hell in media from around the world including rare concert performances.
The exhibition is co-curated by Marian Schwindeman, Roberta Bayley, Liz Leggett (MoCA Westport Director of Exhibitions) and Ruth Mannes (Executive Director of MoCA Westport).
Featured Artists in Punk is Coming include: Merrill Aldighieri, Amy Arbus, Emily Armstrong, William Badgley, Alex Bag, Jean-Michel Basquiat, Roberta Bayley, Lynette Bean, Janette Beckman, Celeste Bell, Richard Butler, Beth Collar, Jayne County, Jim Fields, Jill Furmanovsky, Danny Garcia, Richard Hambleton, Duncan Hannah, Tony Hope, Pat Ivers, David Johansen, Kevin Kerslake, Cindy Hudson Kral, Ivan Kral, Helmut Lang, Jenny Lens, Linder, Judy Linn, John Lydon, Robert Mapplethorpe, Hans Neleman, Fabrika Ouch, Lisa Jane Persky, Amos Poe, Jamie Reid, Thebe Phetogo, Eileen Polk, Richard Prince, Dee Dee Ramone, Ruby Ray, Jamie Reid, Marcia Resnick, Ebet Roberts, Sheila Rock, Sue Rynski, Donna Santisi, Marian Schwindeman, Steven Sebring, Kate Simon, Penny Slinger, Patti Smith, Paul Sng, Julien Temple, Gail Thacker, Arturo Vega, and Sally Webster.
Punk is Coming is on view at MoCA Westport from March 26 – June 5, 2022. Admission is free every day through the generosity of a MoCA Westport benefactor. The museum is located at 19 Newtown Turnpike, in Westport and hours are: Wednesday 12PM – 4PM, Thursday 12PM – 7PM, Friday 12PM – 4PM and Saturday & Sunday 12PM – 4PM.
Photos By J.C. Martin For WestportLocalPress.com Click on an image to enlarge and open gallery.
Morning Weather Report
Today
Sunny, with a high near 40. Wind chill values between 10 and 20. Northwest wind 10 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph.
Tonight
Mostly clear, with a low around 24. Northwest wind 6 to 14 mph.
Tomorrow
A 20 percent chance of showers after 3pm. Partly sunny, with a high near 44. Wind chill values between 20 and 30. Calm wind becoming southwest around 6 mph in the afternoon.
Tomorrow Night
A slight chance of showers before 9pm, then a slight chance of showers after 3am. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 35. South wind 5 to 7 mph becoming calm after midnight. Chance of precipitation is 20%.
Westport COVID-19 Cases Up 14 over Weekend
The State Department of Public Health reported 14 more cases in Westport over the weekend. The State’s daily test positivity rate was down to 3.07% while hospitalizations were up 2 patients, with 94 patients currently hospitalized for COVID-19 throughout the State.
Westport total positive or probable cases: 4,028 cases.
Westport total COVID-19 Deaths: 36 deaths
State Daily Test Positivity: 3.07% [down from 3.10%]
State Hospitalizations: 94 patients [+2]
Conservation Department Reminds Residents of Wetland Regulations
The Conservation Department reminds residents and contractors doing work in Westport that they should “call before they dig” if their property has or is adjacent to wetlands, a watercourse and/or a pond. If there is any uncertainty as to whether the property contains wetlands, contact the Conservation Department at 203-341-1170.
Conservation Director Alicia Mozian stated, “In the last year in particular, there has been an increase in the number of violations resulting in unpermitted building, cutting, clearing and filling of wetlands. These violations result in a variety of consequences including but not limited to the owner having to cease work, make appearances at public meetings, payment of a fine, submission of plans, posting of bonds to correct violations and placement of the violation on the town’s land records. It is very important that homeowners and/or contractors contact the Conservation Department before work starts to determine what permits are required.”
Thank you in advance for your cooperation.
Attic Fire on Red Coat Road Requires Multi-Department Response
Westport Fire Department:
On March 28, 2022, at approximately 5:00 pm, the Westport Fire Department was requested to respond to a report of a house fire. The caller reported seeing flames coming from the ceiling. Westport Fire responded with four engines, a ladder truck, and a command vehicle.
Surrounding towns were requested to provide coverage as well as respond to the scene to augment staffing and water supply. On arrival, a moderate smoke condition was seen coming from the attic and roof vents. Firefighters made access to the attic and found heavy smoke and moderate fire conditions. Additional firefighters were requested to the scene from area departments due to the anticipated fire spread.
Firefighters were able to quickly deploy hoselines and extinguish the fire prior to those additional units arriving. There were no civilian casualties and one firefighter sustained minor injuries. The cause of the fire is under investigation by the Westport Fire Marshal’s Office.