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.
Tag: west haven
West Haven Tanker Spills 2,600 Gallons; West River Fish Advisory
West Haven tanker crashed Feb. 26, spilling 2,600 gallons of heating oil into the West River. CT DPH issued a fish advisory March 6 for West Haven and New Haven.
West Haven Residents Could Pay for $1.5B Eversource Storm Cost Dispute
West Haven ratepayers could see monthly bill hikes as PURA decides by July 2026 whether Eversource may recover $1.5B in deferred storm costs and $327M in carrying charges.
West Haven Police Arrest Man on Narcotics Charges After Months-Long Investigation
West Haven police arrested Bries Beckford, 28, after seizing crack cocaine and fentanyl. Beckford had outstanding warrants for domestic violence and probation violation.
West Haven Mayor Borer Elected Chair of 15-Municipality South Central Regional Council
West Haven Mayor Dorinda Borer was unanimously elected chair of the South Central Regional Council of Governments on February 17, 2026, succeeding Madison's Peggy Lyon. Borer leads a 15-municipality body that coordinates transportation, land use, and planning across south-central Connecticut.
West Haven Weekly Government Meeting Recap: Key Updates from ARPA, Beach Parking, and Ethics Boards
West Haven’s ARPA Committee reviewed federal fund usage this week, while historical records show past efforts by the Beach Parking Task Force to manage shoreline access. The Board of Assessment Appeals and Board of Ethics also held sessions in recent months to address property appeals and ethical compliance.
West Haven Mayor Dorinda Borer Elected SCRCOG Chair After Local Events
West Haven Mayor Dorinda Borer elected SCRCOG chair after hosting 'Share the Love Luncheon' and funding $8,000 in school music programs. Regional leadership follows community events.