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That old saying about New England weather — if you don’t like it, wait a minute — is spot on. Still, it doesn’t usually snow in June.
If you’re Netflix, you make it happen. For a couple of weeks, a crew has filmed “The Noel Diary” in a residential neighborhood. It’s a Christmas (as in 2022) movie, so a bit of ingenuity is needed.
Here was one scene, yesterday. I’m sure it will look more realistic 18 months from now.
On screen, and in real life.
(Photo/Molly Alger)
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Meanwhile, summer is actually almost here. That means more folks walking, jogging, biking and driving past the former Positano restaurant on Hillspoint Road.
For over a year, permit violations have halted construction on what was to be a private residence. The building — half-finished, swathed in blue, surrounded by weeds — has become a neighborhood eyesore.
A security fence now encloses the property. That makes it safer.
But now it looks worse than ever.
(Photo/Dinkin Fotografix)
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The Westport Downtown Association’s GoFundMe campaign was a success.
The organization has installed more lights along Church Lane — including the Patagonia and Urban Outfitters buildings.
Next on the lights list: Main Street.
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Jim Hood lives on Compo Beach. Is that where his dog learned to swim? Or does it just paddle instinctively? Who cares? Here’s today’s “Westport … Naturally” photo.
(Photo/Jim Hood)
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And finally … today is Flag Day. Long may she wave, proudly and brave!
