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.
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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.
Connecticut Expands Heating Aid as Winter Costs Rise
Connecticut expects to help 10,000 more households with heating bills this winter as oil, electric and natural-gas costs rise.
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 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.
West Haven Man Sentenced to 6 Years for Trading Child Sexual Abuse Material
West Haven man Adam Salgado Jr., 32, an Army soldier, sentenced to 6 years for receiving child sexual abuse material on Telegram. Must report to prison by April 16, 2026.
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.
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.