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  • Saltwater Sips Opening Soon

    A new coffee space, Saltwater Sips, is opening January 29th in the lobby of the Saltwater Inn. (421 Neddie Rose Drive) Espresso, coffee, baked goodies, sodas, beer, wine and more. Open to the public.

  • Westport City Council Puts Flock Cameras on Hold

    The Westport Flock Cameras are currently not active. City Council voted to wait for further guidance from the state. Flock cameras around the country are in limbo. Read more about Flock.

  • A glass float washed up on a sandy beach with scattered small shells and foam bubbles.

    Wild Floats in Westport

    From now through April of 2026, the Westport South Beach Historical Society presents a beachcombing challenge: 1000 Japanese glass fishing floats are being released along Westport beaches with the goal of tidal landings so that everyone has a chance to score a find during beachcombing season.

  • a razor clam shell on the beach

    Clam Digs Approved for Jan 15-21

    Razor clam digs have been approved for Twin Harbors from January 15-21

    Jan 15. Thursday, 4:35 p.m.; 0.4 feet

    Jan. 16, Friday, 5:14 p.m.; 0.0 feet

    Jan. 17, Saturday, 5:50 p.m.; -0.3 feet

    Jan. 18, Sunday, 6:24 p.m.; -0.5 feet

    Jan. 19, Monday, 6:57 p.m.; -0.5 feet

    Jan. 20, Tuesday, 7:29 p.m.; -0.4 feet

    Jan. 21, Wednesday, 8:01 p.m.; -0.1 feet