Berlin PD Targets Tobacco/Vape Sellers Selling To Those Under 21

The Berlin Police Department April 3 conducted a tobacco/vape enforcement operation against 21 local stores, with four cited.

Berlin PD Cracks Down On Stores Selling Booze To Minors

The Berlin Police Department this week released the results of a sting operation against local liquor stores last February.

Vandals, Again, Target Berlin Park: Police

The Berlin PD is investigating a second case of field damage caused by someone driving a vehicle on a muddy town park field.

Tractor Trailer Cab Stolen In Berlin, Torched In New Haven: Police

The Berlin Police Department is seeking the public's help in investigating the theft, which was last Sunday, March 30.

Trio Charged In February Theft Of Gas Station ATMs: Berlin PD

Two suspects are from Bridgeport, with a third from Ansonia, police said Friday.

Berlin PD Offers Free Ice Cream If Kids Wear Their Helmets

The BPD is partnering with a local ice cream shop for free ice cream vouchers to be distributed to local kids practicing bike/skate safety.

Vehicle Damages Athletic Field In Berlin: Police

Berlin police say someone drove a vehicle onto a Sage Park field over the weekend, damaging the grass.

Child Porn Charges For Elderly Berlin Man: Police

The suspect's charges earlier this month stem from an online tip to the Berlin Police Department in 2024.

Berlin PD Seeks Two Women As It Probes Serious Motorcycle Crash: BPD

The Berlin PD is still looking for the occupants of a white Toyota Rav-4 seen on surveillance near the accident.

Motorcyclist Critical After Berlin Crash, Witness Sought: PD: UPDATE

The Berlin PD is asking for the public's help in identifying a motorist who may have seen the crash that badly injured a Middletown man.

Firefighters Tackle Chimney Fire In Berlin

The incident caused minor damage, according to fire officials.

Routine Traffic Stop Turns Into Foot Chase In Berlin: Police

The 20-year-old Hartford man fled a traffic stop at a local Dunkin' Donuts Sunday and is now facing vehicle/weapons charges.

Two Teens Try To Steal Car At Berlin School Parking Lot: Police

A 13-year-old suspect and a 15-year-old suspect were taken to juvenile detention centers after trying to steal a car Wednesday morning.

Berlin PD's Ranks Grow By 2

The Berlin Police Department recently swore in two new rookies to join the force, with both currently undergoing academy training.

Berlin Manufacturer Gives Local Firefighters A Large Donation

The company is financing a special training program for Berlin's four volunteer fire departments.

Berlin Man Sentenced In Sexual Assault At Quinnipiac University Dorm

The man was accused of sexually assaulting a woman when she was "physical helpless," according to officials.

Watch Out For Roaming Coyote: Berlin

Berlin officials Tuesday afternoon issued a warning about a roaming coyote in a local neighborhood.

Grim Milestone For Fallen Berlin Police Officer's Legacy

Sunday marked 40 years since a 21-year-old rookie Berlin police officer was killed in the line of duty.

Berlin: Ice Is Now Safe For Skating

The extended cold snap has prompted Berlin officials to open up ponds on town-owned recreational sites for skating.

Berlin Officials Issue Ice Safety Warning

Due to unstable and thin ice, Berlin is banning skating on area ponds and waterways until further notice.

Berlin FD Offers Tips For A Safer 2025

Berlin firefighters say New Year's is the perfect time of year to revisit plans to make homes safer.

Berlin Home Leveled After Intense Inferno Sunday

Berlin, New Britain, and Southington firefighters battled a large house fire in Berlin Sunday afternoon.

Berlin PD Infused With New Blood

Three new recruits recently completed police academy training, with the trio now undergoing field training in Berlin.

Brush Fire Spreads To Barn In Berlin

Crews extinguished a brush fire that spread to a large barn Tuesday night in Berlin, according to fire officials.

13 Charged In Drug Bust At New Britain Car Dealership: Feds

A Berlin man was among the 13 people arrested in connection with an investigation into drug trafficking at a New Britain car dealership.

Berlin Man Convicted Of Sexual Assault In Quinnipiac Dorm

The man was accused of sexually assaulting a woman when she was “physical helpless,” according to officials.

Man Killed In Head-On Crash In Berlin: Police

The drivers of both vehicles were rushed to the hospital following the Thursday afternoon accident.

2 Rushed To Hospital, School Evacuated After Berlin HS Science Mishap

The Berlin Volunteer FD said the Wednesday morning accident happened when a science experiment went away and caused an irritating gas.

Berlin PD Gifted Lights From Stanley Black & Decker

The portable, battery lights will help local police conduct nighttime investigations.

Berlin Brush Fire: Some Trails Reopen, Fire 73 Percent Contained: BVFD

While the Lamentation Mountain blaze, which sparked up Oct. 21, is not out, operations have been scaled back as it is mostly contained.

Donation Helps Berlin PD Expand Its K-9 Program

The donation courtesy of a local manufacturing company owner will allow the BPD to have a third police dog team.

Berlin Brush Fire: Optimism Sets In For Firefighters

Firefighters at the Lamentation Mountain fire, which is now in its third week, said the blaze is about 50 percent contained.

Berlin Brush Fire: Mountain Still Burns As State Preps For Recovery

After 10 days, the small amount of rain that fell on the fire did little to stop the event, fire officials said.

Berlin Brush Fire: Progress Reported By Firefighters

Now in its second week, the Hawthorne Fire at Lamentation Mountain in Berlin continues to burn, but firefighters are not holding back.

Berlin Brush Fire: The Fight Moves Into Its Second Week

Multiple departments are continuing to hold the line on the Lamentation Mountain fire in Berlin, with no evacuations being planned.

Berlin Brush Fire: Blaze Enters 2nd Week As Hero Is Laid To Rest

Monday was a somber day for the area firefighting community, as Wethersfield firefighter Robert Sharkevich Sr. was laid to rest.

Berlin Brush Fire: Services Set For FF, Emergency Declared: UPDATE

Services for fallen WVFD firefighter Robert Sharkevich Sr. are Sunday and Monday. Report: Abandoned campfire the likely cause.

Police ID Man Killed In Payloader Accident In Berlin

The 66-year-old victim was killed in an industrial accident at a local recycling facility on Tuesday.

Berlin Brush Fire: Firefighters Unite To 'Slay The Dragon': UPDATE

Firefighters continue the battle, with Southington joining in and a GoFundMe page set up for the family of a firefighter killed Tuesday.

Man Killed In Accident At Recycling Center In Berlin: Police

The industrial accident claimed the life Tuesday of a 66-year-old employee, Berlin police said.