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Sunday, October 18, 2026

Almost Ready

The new Rye Ridge Deli is almost ready for opening next week at 159 Main St., former site of iconic Oscar’s Deli. It is one of the most anticipated Main Street openings in years. Manager Mike Ventorino said “the town (regulatory) departments have been very responsive and cooperative during the approval process. Just a few more steps to go and we’ll be open by Monday.” He added, “We’re having some family members come by this weekend and, starting Monday, we’re going to open sort of quietly to make sure everything works well.” Ventorino said there will be seating for 90 plus 24 seats on the sidewalk patio when weather permits. Hours will be 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. every day. (CLICK TO ENLARGE) Dave Matlow for WestportNow.com

Monday, October 16th, 2017

For P&Z, 5 Candidates, 4 Parties, Multiple Issues

By James Lomuscio

(UPDATE) Westport’s new town plan, traffic, affordable and senior housing, businesses friendly regulations and zoning enforcement dominated tonight’s debate among five Planning and Zoning Commission (P&Z) candidates.

P&Z candidates participating were (l-r) Michael Cammeyer, Greg Rutstein, John Olefson, Jennifer Johnson and Danielle Dobin. (CLICK TO ENLARGE) James Lomuscio for WestportNow.com

The P&Z Town Hall auditorium debate sponsored by the Westport League of Women Voters (WLWV) capped tonight’s two earlier presentations for four unopposed Board of Education members seeking reelection and three candidates for the Zoning Board of Appeals.

The P&Z debate was also the most heated as Democrats Danielle Dobin, Michael Cammeyer and Greg Rutstein squared off against Republican John Olefson and Jennifer Johnson, a third party candidate endorsed by the Coalition for Westport. Save WestportNow has also endorsed the three Democrats.

Johnson threw down the gauntlet at the start, calling the town Plan of Conservation and Development (POCD) recently approved by the P&Z “a grave disappointment” that had little public input and for which she had to employ the Freedom of Information ACT (FOIA) to review a copy of a draft.

Elm Street Land Swap Amendments to be Heard Thursday

Text and map amendments designed to implement the Elm Street land swap between the town and local developer David Waldman are scheduled to be heard at the Planning and Zoning Commission (P&Z) meeting Thursday at 7 p.m. at Town Hall, it was announced today.

According to Planning and Zoning Director Mary Young, the text amendment aims to modify the zoning regulations to create a new Business Center Retail Residential (BCRR) district.

Simultaneously, the P&Z is set to review a map amendment rezoning property adjacent to the Kemper-Gunn House at 35 Elm St., the town’s exchange parcel, and 36 Elm St. to the BCRR designation, Young added.

She said that if the applications are approved, the next step in the approval process will require a site plan for development of the “exchange parcel” and 36 Elm St.

Friday, October 13th, 2017

WestportNow Teardown of the Day: 18 Weston Road

An application for a permit to demolish the house at Westport’s 18 Weston Road, off Easton Road, is in process. Built in 1960, the one-story ranch has 1,288-square feet and is situated on a 1.03-acre property. Because the house was built more than 50 years ago, the application will be reviewed by the Westport Historic District Commission. (CLICK TO ENLARGE) Dave Matlow for WestportNow.com

Westport Property Transfers Sept. 25 – 29, 2017

Westport property transfers as reported by the Town Clerk’s office for the period Sept. 25 - 29, 2017:

Steven B. and Nancy R. Friedman to Jennifer Jo Brout, 7 Boxwood Lane, $1,282,500

Maxine H. Hinkle to Ines Tait, 48 Whitney Glen, $456,789

Judy Vida Burke to James P. Burke, 91 Turkey Hill Road South, $617,324

Wednesday, October 11th, 2017

WestportNow Teardown of the Day: 25 Oak Ridge Park

An application for a permit to demolish the house at Westport’s 25 Oak Ridge Park, off Imperial Avenue, is in process. Built in 1950, the two-story conventional has 2,606-square feet and is situated on a .34-acre riverside property. Because the house was built more than 50 years ago, the application will be reviewed by the Westport Historic District Commission. (CLICK TO ENLARGE) Dave Matlow for WestportNow.com

Tuesday, October 10th, 2017

Bridge Street Area Seeks National Register Status

A proposed Bridge Street National Register Historic District will be the focus of a public information hearing scheduled for Wednesday, Oct. 18 at Town Hall in Room 307-309 at 7 p.m., officials announced today.

The William F. Cribari Memorial Bridge is part of a proposed Bridge Street National Register Historic District. (CLICK TO ENLARGE) Dave Matlow for WestportNow.com

The Historic District Commission (HDC) meeting will explore the proposed district, which includes 12-35 Bridge St., 190 and 192 Compo Road South, 169,179 and 184-189 Imperial Ave., 1 Saxon Lane and the historic William F. Cribari Memorial Bridge spanning the Saugatuck River.

According to HDC Chairman Randy Henkels, the meeting aims to inform the property owners within the proposed boundary of the honorary designation and to provide a forum for discussion and questions.

The State Historic Preservation Review Board is scheduled to nominate the area to the National Register of Historic Places on Dec. 1.

WestportNow Teardown of the Day: 24 Ludlow Road

An application for a permit to demolish the house at Westport’s 24 Ludlow Road, between Kings Highway North and Post Road West, is in process. Built in 1868, the three-story multi-family residential style, has 2,956-square feet, is situated on a 1.19-acre property and, according to assessor records, last changed ownership in October, 2007 for $1.4 million. The demolition is required by the town Building Department, which designated it as “an unsafe structure.” The new home of the Beit Chaverim Synagogue will be constructed on the site as noted on prominent signage at the property entrance. (CLICK TO ENLARGE) Dave Matlow for WestportNow.com

Monday, October 9th, 2017

Comings & Goings: Tusk Home Design to Post Road East

Tusk Home Design has opened at 1375 Post Road East, next door to the prior location of Anthropologie. According to owner Sarah Weiland (above), she is has been a member of the American Society of Interior Design (ASID) for more than eight years. She said the Tusk staff, including four interior designers, specializes in renovation and new construction and features “vintage and one of a kind transitional furnishings and accessories.” The 4,000-square foot space was formerly occupied by Parc Monceau, a French antique design business, that operated in Westport for 32 years under three ownerships. Tracy Dwyer, the final owner of Parc Monceau, is one of Tusk’s designers. (CLICK TO ENLARGE) Dave Matlow for WestportNow.com

Saturday, October 7th, 2017

WestportNow Teardown of the Day: 5 Rabbit Hill Road

An application for a permit to demolish the house at Westport’s 5 Rabbit Hill Road, near Weston Road, is in process. Built in 1925, the two-story colonial has 2,046-square feet, is situated on a two-acre property and, according to assessor records, last changed hands in May 1992 for $331,000. Because the house was built more than 50 years ago, the application will be reviewed by the Westport Historic District Commission. (CLICK TO ENLARGE) Dave Matlow for WestportNow.com