Free Food in West Haven: Food Pantries, Free Meals and Where to Get Help
Where to get groceries and a free meal in West Haven: a walk-in pantry with no ID required, church meals on the Green, two mobile pantry stops, and 24-hour pantry boxes.
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Shelton Man Charged in West Haven I-95 Road-Rage Shooting
A 57-year-old Shelton man faces six charges in an Aug. 1 road-rage incident on I-95 in West Haven, where a driver reported gunfire. He is due in court Nov. 17.
West Haven Bond Rating Upgraded to A, With Stable Outlook
S&P Global raised West Haven's bond rating from A- to A on Sept. 29, crediting stronger financial controls since the city left state oversight. The outlook is stable.
West Haven Man Sentenced to 92 Months for Attempting to Join ISIS
A 29-year-old West Haven man who tried to travel to Syria to fight for ISIS was sentenced to 92 months in federal prison and lifetime supervised release.
West Haven Approves 90-Unit Mixed-Use Project on Campbell Avenue
West Haven’s Planning and Zoning Commission voted unanimously Sept. 22 for 90 apartments over shops at 325 Campbell Ave., the former Mantilia Motors lot.
West Haven Board Approves $2.5M Downtown Grant Request
West Haven’s $2.5 million downtown grant request cleared a state board Tuesday, advancing plans for upgrades at the West Haven Green, Curtiss Place and a small-business microgrant program.
West Haven Approves Noise Ordinance Changes
West Haven plans four noise-detection devices along its shoreline after the City Council approved an ordinance amendment; first offenses will cost $100, with each repeat adding another $100.
West Haven Man Sentenced to 55 Years for Wife’s Murder
Robert Faison of West Haven was sentenced to 55 years in prison for murdering Lindsey Hopkins in Guilford in July 2021.
West Haven Opens 2026 Summer Youth Jobs Program Through May 1
West Haven's 2026 Summer Youth Employment Program accepts applications through May 1 for residents ages 14-21, paying $16.94/hour for 6-8 week placements starting July 6.
West Haven Man, 21, Killed in New Haven Crash After Fleeing Police
West Haven man Ramy Dasan, 21, died March 24 after fleeing police and crashing on New Haven's Ella T. Grasso Blvd. Passenger had 7 warrants, $645K bail.
West Haven Motor Vehicle Theft Falls 31%, Credits License Plate Readers
West Haven Mayor Borer and Chief Perno announced a 31% drop in motor vehicle theft on March 19, crediting license plate readers, patrols, and a public awareness campaign.
Two NY Men Arrested After Stolen Durango Chase in West Haven
Two New York men suspected of catalytic converter theft were arrested early March 13, 2026, after fleeing West Haven police in a stolen Dodge Durango before crashing on I-95 southbound near Exit 25.