Wallingford Compost Center Reopens March 16 with Seasonal Hours for Residents
Wallingford Compost Center at 157 John St. reopens March 16, 2026 with limited hours before expanding to a 5-day/week schedule through November 30.
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Cynthia Chamberlain, Missing Since February, Found Dead in New Haven Park
Cynthia Chamberlain, 59, who had been missing from New Haven since February 10, was found dead on March 9 in a park in the city's Hill neighborhood. An autopsy found no evident trauma. The investigation remains ongoing.
Avon Investment Advisor Pleads Not Guilty to $8.9M Federal Fraud
Andrew Komarow, 36, of Avon pleaded not guilty March 3 in New Haven federal court to 11 fraud counts over a $8.9M scheme that cost three financial firms $3.55M.
Second Arrest Made in East Haven Facebook Marketplace Robbery at McDonald's
East Haven Police arrested Justin M. Chapman, 18, of Hamden as the 2nd suspect in the Jan. 8 Facebook Marketplace robbery at a McDonald's where shots were fired.
Blood Moon Eclipse Passed Over New Haven in Early March — Here's What Happened
New Haven had just 20 minutes to see the March 3, 2026 blood moon before moonset. The year's only total lunar eclipse totality ran 6:04–7:02 a.m., but CT's western horizon cut local views short.
Community Dining Room Brings Free Biweekly Breakfast to East Haven
East Haven's Overbrook Center hosts free biweekly breakfasts from Community Dining Room every other Saturday, 9-10 a.m., through May 2026. All are welcome.
Gas Prices Surge Nearly 50 Cents in a Week in Connecticut Amid Iran War
CT gas hit $3.31/gallon in the Hartford area as of March 9, up 47 cents in a week as the Iran War disrupted Strait of Hormuz oil flow. Gov. Lamont proposed a gas tax pause. More increases expected.
New Haven Snow Clearing Costs Top Budget by $1.2M After Blizzard Calvin
New Haven is $1.2M over its snow budget after Blizzard Calvin. Contractor failures and 780 of 900 bus stops uncleared exposed at a Board of Alders debrief.
New Haven: Richard Murray Charged in Elder Sweepstakes Fraud Scheme
Richard Murray, 31, arrested Jan. 2026 on a 2024 New Haven federal indictment for mailing fake Publishers Clearing House and IRS letters to elderly victims in a sweepstakes fraud scheme.
2026 Greater New Haven St. Patrick's Day Parade: March 15
New Haven's 183rd St. Patrick's Parade steps off March 15 at 1:30 p.m., with 325,000 spectators expected at Connecticut's biggest annual celebration.
Southington Summer Camp Registration Now Open for Children Ages 5-12
Southington 2026 summer camp for kids 5-12 opens for registration. Three sessions run June 22–July 31; financial aid up to $160 available. Register at southingtonrec.com.
New Haven Public Schools Budget Hearing Highlights $18.9 Million Deficit
New Haven Public Schools faces an $18.9M deficit for FY2027. The Board of Alders heard Mayor Elicker's $733M city budget proposal March 9, which adds $5M for schools.