East Haven Mayor Proposes 2.81-Mill Hike; GOP Cites $1.7M Gap
East Haven Mayor Carfora's FY27 budget proposes a 2.81-mill tax hike. Republicans on the Board of Finance voted 4-2 against, citing a $1.7M shortfall and unfinished prior-year audit.
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Avelo Airlines Expands to Indianapolis, Cleveland from New Haven Airport
Avelo Airlines announces 2 nonstop routes from New Haven to Indianapolis and Cleveland in June 2026 from $39, as the airport pursues a $250M expansion.
Multi-Agency Warrant Sweep in East Haven and New Haven Nets Eight Arrests
A pre-dawn multi-agency warrant sweep across East Haven and New Haven on March 10, 2026 resulted in eight arrests on charges including first-degree kidnapping, assault, and threatening.
New Haven Police: Arrests in 4 of 5 Shootings in 2026, Warrants for More
New Haven police made arrests in 4 of 5 non-fatal shootings in 2026, with 3 cases involving juveniles including a 13-year-old, and warrants outstanding for 2 more suspects.
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.
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.
Two Shot Inside New Haven Restaurant; Suspect Arrested on Gun Charges
A 17-year-old and 22-year-old were shot inside a New Haven restaurant on Grand Avenue. Naquea Bratton, 21, was arrested at the scene on weapons charges.
Tweed New Haven Airport Expansion Draws Resident Concerns Over Noise, Wetlands at Public Sessions
Tweed New Haven Airport's proposed expansion has sparked concerns over noise, traffic, and wetlands impacts. Residents attended public sessions in February 2026, demanding transparency and accountability.
Avelo Extends Tweed New Haven Flights as $250M Expansion Faces State Review
Avelo Airlines extends Tweed New Haven Airport flights through November 2026 with $42 fares to 32 destinations as the airport's $250M expansion faces state wetlands review.
East Haven Police Blotter
East Haven police made seven arrests during the week of Feb. 11-17, 2026, including charges of child pornography possession, narcotics sale, assault, DUI, and breach of peace.
Youth Continuum Closes After 59 Years; East Haven Group Home for Sale at $499K
Youth Continuum's Bradley House group home in East Haven is for sale at $499K after the 59-year-old nonprofit closed in November 2025. Helen's House in North Haven also shut.
DEA, FBI Assist as East Haven Woman Faces Second Drug Arrest in 23 Days
Nicole Carbone, 41, was arrested again at her Holland Road home after police say she resumed drug sales 23 days after 141 grams of fentanyl were seized. DEA and FBI assisted.