News • Published Nov 21, 2024 12 am
Tippytoes has so many extra toes on both his front and back paws that no other name would do him justice. This black and white lover boy will melt your heart with his ge...
News • Published Nov 15, 2024 03 pm
By Eric O'Connell
A dedication for a new mural in downtown Westbrook will take place on Saturday, Nov. 23, from 11 a.m. to noon at 4 Westbrook Place.
Two years ago, in an effort to draw a...
News • Published Nov 15, 2024 03 pm
By Eric O'Connell
Following a public hearing at a meeting on Oct. 28, the Westbrook Zoning Commission approved an application for a Krauszer’s convenience store and deli to open at the sit...
News • Published Nov 14, 2024 12 am
Emmy may be a petite girl, but she has a huge personality. This stunning tabby with green eyes is the sweetest, most loving cat you could ever dream of sharing your life ...
News • Published Nov 11, 2024 10 am
By Eric O'Connell
On Election Day, Nov. 5, Westbrook voters made their voices heard in the Presidential Election and some key local races.
Unofficial final results from the Secretary of St...
News • Published Nov 11, 2024 10 am
By Eric O'Connell
Voters from Connecticut’s 35th General Assembly District have reelected Republican Chris Aniskovich to be their representative over Democrat Cinzia Lettieri. Following th...
News • Published Nov 11, 2024 09 am
By Eric O'Connell
Voters from Connecticut’s 23rd General Assembly District have reelected Republican Devin Carney over Democrat Jane Wisialowski to represent them in Hartford. Following th...
News • Published Nov 07, 2024 12 am
Story by Carol Andrecs
Theodore, Penelope, and Simon are just the cutest trio of sibling kittens.
Theodore, the tabby boy, has an independent spirit with lots of kitten e...
News • Published Nov 06, 2024 07 am
Westbrook Historical Society President Marcy Fuller, left, stands next to Pastor Jeanette Hicks, Patricia Wilson Pheanious, and Mike Cyr during a witness stone plaque ded...
News • Published Nov 05, 2024 03 pm
By Eric O'Connell
At a meeting on Oct. 16, the Board of Selectmen (BOS) and Board of Finance (BOF) approved a final list of seven projects using American Rescue Plan Act (APRA) funding. Th...
News • Published Oct 31, 2024 12 am
Sunny is a gorgeous, long-haired orange and white boy who has been moved around far too much. He once had a loving home. When his owner could no longer care for him, he w...
News • Published Oct 30, 2024 11 am
By Aaron Rubin
REGIONAL
The State of Connecticut has declared a state of emergency due to a “critical” and “dangerously high” fire risk which is currently being observed as a resul...
News • Published Oct 25, 2024 05 pm
By Eric O'Connell
On Oct. 24, the Valley Shore Animal Welfare League (VSAWL) shelter was emptied, and seven animals taken to a new location. The move comes in the midst of rumors and confu...
News • Published Oct 25, 2024 01 pm
By Eric O'Connell
REGIONAL
When voters in Old Saybrook and Westbrook hit the polls on Election Day, they will help decide who gets to be the next representative in the 23rd House Dist...
News • Published Oct 24, 2024 12 am
Story by Virginia Van Norden
Kerry is easy to spot with her beautiful, tawny, and cougar-colored coat. She will greet you at the door with hopes that you have come to pla...
News • Published Oct 23, 2024 01 pm
By Eric O'Connell
Amid rumors concerning the Valley Shore Animal Welfare League (VSAWL), the Board of Directors and shelter president have released statements on the organization’s status....
News • Published Oct 18, 2024 01 pm
By Eric O'Connell
REGIONAL
When voters in Clinton, Killingworth, and Westbrook head to the polls this Election Day, they will decide who will be the representative for the 35th distri...
News • Published Oct 18, 2024 12 pm
By Eric O'Connell
WESTBROOK
As a way of showing appreciation to veterans for their service, the town of Westbrook and Westbrook Public Schools are partnering to host a community Veter...
News • Published Oct 17, 2024 12 am
Fernanda was living outside all alone for three years and being fed by someone who was about to be evicted. Darling Fernanda loves a lot of attention and is very mild-ma...
News • Published Oct 15, 2024 01 pm
By Eric O'Connell
Early voting in Connecticut will start 14 days ahead of Election Day. In Old Saybrook, Clinton, and Westbrook, voters can vote at each town hall Monday, Oct. 21, through ...
News • Published Oct 14, 2024 04 pm
By Eric O'Connell
On Oct. 9, Westbrook officials held the first of a planned series of public information sessions regarding a proposed town center wastewater plan. Similar sessions will b...
News • Published Oct 10, 2024 12 am
The Community Foundation of Middlesex County (CFMC) is proud to support local nonprofits in partnership with community members who are passionate about improving the qual...
News • Published Oct 07, 2024 05 pm
By Eric O'Connell
While an investigation into the Westbrook Ambulance Association (WAA) is ongoing, the Town now looks to keep the association running as smoothly as possible.
Last month,...
News • Published Oct 07, 2024 01 pm
Press Release from Bernadette Carver
On Oct. 2, the Exchange Club of Old Saybrook/Westbrook honored Craig Morrow, a firefighter from the Old Saybrook Fire Department, for...
News • Published Oct 03, 2024 12 am
When one of our volunteers was ready to adopt, she chose two very shy cats that most people tended to overlook when visiting the shelter. Kate and Oscar had each other fo...
News • Published Oct 02, 2024 03 pm
Press Release from Old Saybrook Rotary Club
The Old Saybrook Rotary Club, representing the towns of Lyme, Old Lyme, Old Saybrook, and Westbrook, has supported important a...
News • Published Sep 26, 2024 12 am
Amber, Sierra, Corky, and Raven are two sisters and two brothers who crave attention, cuddling, and affection. These stunning beauties love to explore, play with their to...
News • Published Sep 23, 2024 11 am
By Eric O'Connell
As Election Day approaches, voters in the 35th House District are considering which of two candidates they want to be their representative in Hartford: incumbent Republic...
News • Published Sep 19, 2024 12 am
Story by Carol Andrecs
Our buff and white tabby with a pink nose, Romeo, displays his love and affection to anyone who meets him. Romeo is a sweetheart. He is always read...
Local News • Published Sep 18, 2024 07 am
The Westbrook Land Conservation Trust spent the morning of Sept. 15 helping to clean West Beach, Coral Sands Beach, Middle Beach, and Kirtland Landing in Westbrook during...
News • Published Sep 13, 2024 11 am
By Eric O'Connell
WESTBROOK
On Wednesday, Oct. 9, Westbrook officials will hold a public information session in which they will provide an update on the proposed town center wastewate...
News • Published Sep 12, 2024 12 am
Story by Carol Andrecs
This darling, petite Pepper was about to be evicted from her home when a kind and caring person contacted Forgotten Felines to help. Pepper is a yo...
Local News • Published Sep 11, 2024 07 am
Cyclists cross the Singing Bridge in Westbrook during Yale-New Haven Hospital's Closer to Free Ride on Sept. 7 on the return leg of their 100-mile course from New Haven t...
News • Published Sep 06, 2024 11 am
By Eric O'Connell
It’s that time of year again. School is back in session, and the Harbor News has the information on what’s new in Westbrook.
This year’s first day of school for Westbrook...
News • Published Aug 30, 2024 03 pm
By Eric O'Connell
At a town meeting on Aug. 22, more details surrounding the alleged financial mismanagement by Westbrook Ambulance Association(WAA) were revealed, and residents unanimousl...
News • Published Aug 30, 2024 11 am
Principal Ruth Rose, right, and staff at Daisy Ingraham Elementary School greet students as they exit the bus on Aug. 29 for the first day of school.
...
News • Published Aug 29, 2024 12 am
Story by Carol Andrecs
Precious Ivory was found as a young mom with her kittens, trying to survive all alone outdoors. She is ready to find a permanent home of her own wh...
News • Published Aug 28, 2024 11 am
By Eric O'Connell
At a Board of Selectman Meeting on Aug. 9, First Selectman John Hall announced the Town had officially closed on a deal to purchase the Ross property on Horse Hill Road, ...
News • Published Aug 23, 2024 03 pm
By Eric O'Connell
The David Bushnell House is getting a little facelift. Following a bid process, the Town selected National Roofing to repair the roof of the historic home for $29,997.
Wi...
News • Published Aug 16, 2024 04 pm
By Eric O'Connell
Following accusations of longstanding financial mismanagement by the Westbrook Ambulance Association (WAA), the town of Westbrook has appropriated $233,714 to pay for an...
News • Published Aug 15, 2024 02 pm
Press Release from Paula MacDonald
With great pleasure, Bill’s Seafood Restaurant and Atlantic Outboard, both of Westbrook, have announced the recipients of 2024 JTW Scho...
News • Published Aug 15, 2024 12 am
Story by Laura Stroehlein
Even if Fritz does not fit, he still sits on volunteers’ laps, visitors’ laps, chairs, cat beds, and perches at Forgotten Felines. This fluffy, ...
News • Published Aug 12, 2024 11 am
By Eric O'Connell
At a special meeting on Aug. 7, the Westbrook Zoning Commission voted four to one to approve changes to the zoning regulations that prohibit retail marijuana stores in th...
News • Published Aug 01, 2024 12 am
Oliver has an adorable white face with a pink nose and small stripy patches at the top of his head that make him look a tiny bit like an owl. His body is totally white a...
News • Published Jul 30, 2024 11 am
By Eric O'Connell
Following an appraisal that valued the Boggio property at $247,000, the town will investigate if purchasing the property is feasible.
In April, the Board of Selectmen (BO...
News • Published Jul 25, 2024 11 am
By Eric O'Connell
The Westbrook Zoning Commission has unanimously approved an application that could pave the way for a housing, recreation, and retail development at the site of the curre...
News • Published Jul 25, 2024 12 am
People often ask what a community foundation is and how the Community Foundation of Middlesex County (CFMC) works. Put simply, a community foundation “helps good people ...
News • Published Jul 25, 2024 12 am
Story by Laura Stroehlein
This fellow’s antics entertain all the volunteers at Forgotten Felines! Orange and white Georgie has “purr”sonality galore and knows how to use ...
News • Published Jul 23, 2024 01 pm
By Eric O'Connell
At a July 9 Board of Selectmen (BOS) meeting, the BOS unanimously voted to name Veronica Aleman the new social services program coordinator.
After a short executive sessi...
News • Published Jul 19, 2024 06 pm
By Eric O'Connell
It’s not often a town meeting brings a crowd that stretches out the door and into the parking lot, but that’s what happened on July 18 at a public information session abo...
