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Real estate and personal property taxes due in Weston

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The Weston Tax Collector has issued the following notice about taxes. The first installment of Real Estate and Personal Property Taxes on the Grand List of October 1, 2017 is due and payable on July 1, 2018. Failure to pay by August 1, 2018 will result in a late payment with interest of 1-1/2% per month starting with the July 1st due date per State Statute 12-145. The minimum interest charge is $2.00. If you no longer have the vehicle, you must present proof to the Tax Assessor (203- 222- 2606). Please see your bill for more information. If you … Read more

Otis and The Hurricanes to perform in Weston on July 8

Otis and The Hurricanes will be performing at Music at the Barn on Sunday, July 8, from 5:30 to  7 p.m. at the Weston Historical Society, 104 Weston Road, Weston. Otis and The Hurricanes is a group of veteran musicians who will rock the barn playing a mixture of Delta Blues and New Orleans Funk, with just the right amount of good time rock ’n’ roll. Influenced by the likes of Fats Domino, Little Feat, Delbert McClinton, and the legendary Chuck Berry, each song tells a story. Chris “Otis” Cross has opened for and played with musical icons James Montgomery, … Read more

Letter: Local Republicans should speak up about national leadership

To the Editor: Trust is a valuable commodity. Too often we waste it on politicians we elect. Then, instead of admitting our mistake, we petulantly double down. The result has been an unprincipled demagogue with childish behavior degrading the Presidential office with a Cabinet of deplorable, lying sycophants. Occasionally, a real voice is heard: General McCaffery noting Trump’s the “serious threat to U.S. national security” and Secretary of State Tillerson admitting Trump is a moron. Deterring asylum seekers by punishing their families was the announced game plan when building those “summer camps” — internment camps to keep “the vermin” from … Read more

Letter: People should have the right to clap and be heard

To the Editor: If the goal of the June 20 public conversation in Easton about a town center and the revisions to the town’s Plan of Conservation and Development (POCD) was an effort to get a sense of the townspeople’s opinions, telling us that we should refrain from clapping clearly flies in the face of that goal. Some people are not comfortable speaking in public, but will clap to show support of a position. In a democracy, we, the people, are supposed to have a say. Additionally, when people attempted to speak about zoning violations that have gone unchecked, they … Read more

Letter: Easton first selectman should respect nominating process

To the Editor: Easton Republicans must call First Selectman Adam Dunsby to account for acting outside the bylaws of the Easton Republican Town Committee (ERTC) in filling the vacancy on the Board of Selectmen. By state statute, the BOS had 30 days to fill the vacancy created by the resignation of Selectman Carolyn Colangelo. During that 30-day period the ERTC performed due diligence in interviewing and vetting candidates to recommend to Adam Dunsby. However, Mr. Dunsby, who was nominated by the ERTC and elected by its efforts and the votes of Easton Republicans, with full knowledge that the nominating committee was … Read more

Restroom facility considered for Easton’s Morehouse Fields

The Easton Board of Selectmen has asked the Planning and Zoning Commission to weigh on a proposed restroom facility at Morehouse Civic Park, in what is known as an 8-24 referral. An 8-24 involves the Planning and Zoning offering its view of a project on town-owned land. Town officials are working to build a restroom structure at the park — also known as the Morehouse Fields because of all its recreational fields — in the future. The restroom is likely to be located be a few hundred feet into the park, where the entrance road goes in two different directions. … Read more

Eversource says it is ready for high electricity demand during heat wave

With the first heat wave of the year starting today and expected to last over the next several days, Eversource energy company issues a statement saying it is prepare to meet increased electrical demand and offers tips on how customers can save energy, stay comfortable and keep electric bills low. “We prepare well in advance of the summer months to ensure our system is ready to handle the additional electricity needs that come with a heat wave,” said Craig Hallstrom, Eversource President of Regional Electric Operations. “This includes conducting detailed inspections of the overhead and underground systems in advance of the extreme heat … Read more

Job networking workshop on Monday

There will be an open discussion about job searches with members of the [email protected] networking group on Monday, July 2. The public is invited to attend this open discussion and ask questions and share information gleaned from job interviews, blogs, and speakers. [email protected] is a networking and job search skills organization. Its programs and resources are free and benefit and energize members in their career searches, organizers say. Meetings start at 7 a.m. at the United Methodist Church of Westport and Weston, 49 Weston Road (Route 57), Westport. For more information, email [email protected] or visit mondaysat7.org.

Easton town center: Real estate boost or character crusher?

A proposed Village District to create a central commercial hub in Easton was the focus of most comments during a June 20 public information meeting on the new master plan draft. Tom Dollard, who previously lived next to the Easton Village Store (EVS), said commercial operations must grow to remain economically viable. “I don’t believe the town can control commercial development,” Dollard said. Sheila Murphy said allowing new stores is “a slippery slope” that could endanger the environment and lead to vacant buildings. She said people move to Easton for the rural lifestyle. “If you don’t like what you’re living … Read more

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