Christie announces he’ll form Cribari Bridge Advisory Committee
The Cribari Bridge Advisory Committee will evaluate options for the historic bridge, considering community input, technical expertise, and maintenance.
Read MoreApr 9, 2026 | Community, Government, Transportation | 0
The Cribari Bridge Advisory Committee will evaluate options for the historic bridge, considering community input, technical expertise, and maintenance.
Read MoreApr 8, 2026 | Government, Transportation | 0
Westport Transit District co-director Peter Gold was appointed to another four-year term, affirming the transit committee’s recommendation.
Read MoreMar 27, 2026 | Community, Government, Transportation | 0
The $1.6 million Compo Road South sidewalk project, approved by the Board of Selectmen, is scheduled to start next month and take 180 days.
Read MoreMar 25, 2026 | Community, Opinion, Transportation | 6
The future of the Cribari bridge depends on prioritizing public safety, maximizing longevity, and ensuring every district in Westport has a say.
Read MoreMar 20, 2026 | Community, Government, Transportation | 0
At a state hearing, residents and town officials requested that the finished William F. Cribari Bridge bar all tall, heavy truck traffic.
Read MoreMar 19, 2026 | Community, Government, Transportation | 0
The Westport Transit District challenges anyone who lives or works in Westport to enter its fourth annual poetry contest.
Read MoreMar 4, 2026 | Community, Government, Transportation | 3
The Representative Town Meeting (RTM) voted to request that any State Upgrade of the William F. Cribari Bridge add pedestrian and bike lanes – but continue to bar tractor-trailer trucks.
Read MoreMar 3, 2026 | Community, Government, Transportation | 3
The RTM is scheduled to continue a discussion to address the DOT’s plans to replace or rehabilitate the William F. Cribari Bridge.
Read MoreMar 1, 2026 | Community, Government, Transportation | 0
Westport Transit District’s new “10-for-9” pass makes it easier for Westporters to leave their cars at home and save money on daily parking.
Read MoreFeb 25, 2026 | Community, Government, Transportation | 3
A new committee will coordinate a response to the Department of Transportation’s preferred plan to replace the historic William F. Cribari Bridge over the Saugatuck River.
Read MoreFeb 24, 2026 | Community, Government, Opinion, Transportation | 3
The analysis of the Cribari Bridge ownership questions Connecticut’s claim, finding no recorded deed from the Town of Westport to the State.
Read MoreFeb 24, 2026 | Community, Government, Transportation | 2
An environmental assessment from the Connecticut DOT and FHWA explores five alternatives for the structurally deficient Cribari Bridge. Replacement is preferred.
Read MoreFeb 23, 2026 | Community, Government, Opinion, Transportation | 5
The DOT plans to demolish the Cribari Bridge. Save Westport Now proposes an adaptive rehabilitation alternative to balance modern needs with historic preservation.
Read MoreFeb 18, 2026 | Community, Government, Transportation | 1
CTDOT is calling for comments on the William F. Cribari Bridge’s deficiencies. A public hearing is March 19, and RTM Districts 1, 4, and 9 will host a virtual session on February 24.
Read MoreFeb 14, 2026 | Community, Government, Transportation | 0
The historic Cross Highway bridge over Deadman Brook is scheduled for replacement this summer. Officials approved the hiring of FGB Construction Inc.
Read MoreFeb 13, 2026 | Community, Opinion, Transportation | 9
The real threat to Westport’s quality of life is the surge of heavy truck traffic cutting through residential neighborhoods. Weigh stations are the practical solution.
Read MoreFeb 11, 2026 | Community, Government, Transportation | 1
Despite a call for design engineers, the Connecticut DOT stresses no decision has been made on rehabilitating or replacing the historic Cribari Bridge.
Read MoreFeb 10, 2026 | Community, Health, Living, Transportation | 0
The partnership ensures residents with transportation barriers can access essential medical and behavioral health services from the mobile unit.
Read MoreFeb 9, 2026 | Business, Community, Environment, Government, Real Estate, Transportation | 0
State Senator Ceci Maher and Representatives Jonathan Steinberg and Dominique Johnson discuss energy, affordable housing (HB 8002), and the Cribari Bridge.
Read MoreFeb 4, 2026 | Community, Transportation | 0
Westport’s Wheels2U on-demand door-to-door van service has expanded to serve the town’s two train stations from 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
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