Democratic Town Committee Meets Remotely, Names Officers

East Haven Democratic Town Committee acting chair Tina Hedley said the group met remotely and named its new slate of officers.

Republican Town Committee Elects Women For Top Roles

The committee's election on March 30 was a first it said for two reasons; one for electing women to lead and second for doing it virtually.

Zullo Won’t Seek Fasano State Senate Seat

GOP Rep. Joe Zullo that "although humbled by encouragement from party faithful, friends, and family," he's passing on the opportunity.

How's It Going? Carfora's First 100 Days

'People come up to me, shake my hand. They're feeling good,' Mayor Joe Carfora says. 'I'm working everyday to look out for everyone.'

Mayor, Schools Assure Residents: Town Preparing For Coronavirus

Mayor and schools chief say town, schools, health department, and emergency management preparing for the worst while hoping for the best.

State Rep. Zullo Announces Re-Election Bid

Republican Zullo, whose 'roots run deep within our community,' describes himself as an 'advocate for all things East Haven.'

After Almost A Quarter Century, Rizza Leaves Town Hall

Paul Rizza served as finance director under former Mayor Joe Maturo. He was kept on by new Mayor Joe Carfora to see the budget audit done.

'Important To Count Everyone:' Carfora Sets Census 2020 Kick-Off

Lieutenant governor, congresswoman, state legislators to attend event. Carfora says 'census counts have a huge impact on our community.'

Apply For Positions On Town, School Boards & Commissions: Mayor

East Haven Mayor Joseph A Carfora says there are numerous open seats on various town boards. Registered to vote in East Haven? Apply now.

Town May Face $1-Plus Million Deficit, Mayor Says: Report

East Haven is looking at a $1.2 million deficit when the town's 2019-20 audit is completed and presented, the mayor said in a local report.

Lawmakers Should Invite, Facilitate Bill Public Testimony: Zullo

Rep. Joe Zullo held a public forum to explain how a bill becomes a law in CT. He got a lot of feedback, and ideas, from residents, he said.

Report: Sperry Lane Developer Sues Town Over Zone Change Denials

The owner hoped to build a 500-plus unit affordable housing development and needed a zone change, which was denied last fall.

Brancati Out As East Haven Economic Development Director

Mayor Joseph A Carfora said that as of '4 p.m. today, Mr. Sal Brancati is no longer working for the Town of East Haven.'

Big Changes Coming To Frontage Road In East Haven

The town approved a developer's proposal at a meeting this week, which includes demolishing an existing hotel.

Legislators Offer Help Applying For Community Development Grants

State legislators Zullo and Fasano say East Haven should apply for its share of the Community Development Block Grant pie and they'll help.

Mayor: Pool Condition Is Unacceptable, Calls Health Officials

Mayor Carfora says the town pool has been neglected, is in unacceptable condition and he personally called the heath department about it.

Zullo To Host a Legislative Process Forum Jan. 22

Zullo says he wants to help educate residents 'about the legislative session and the difficult process of how a bill becomes a law.'

East Haven Town Hall Holiday Closing

East Haven Town Hall will close at 12 noon Tuesday, Dec. 24 in observance of Christmas Eve.

Lawmakers, Business Owners Met To Talk Taxes, Tolls, Fees

GOP legislators met with local business owners and professionals over coffee to talk about legislation passed during the 2019 session.

Tong Asks US Supreme Court To Weigh In On Tweed Airport Case

CT Attorney General asks the US Supreme Court to look at U.S. Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit decision on Tweed airport versus Tong.

The Future of Tweed Airport? Public Asked To Give Feedback

Meetings will provide background information on Airport Master Plan Update as well as allow public to participate in the planning process.

East Haven Swears In New Town Council; Deko Elected Chairman

Council votes in Democrats Joe Deko and Lou Pacelli as its leaders.

Carfora Sworn In As Mayor

It's official. Going forward, it's Mayor Joseph A. Carfora.

Mayor, Council & Boards' Inauguration On For Nov. 16

The inauguration will be at East Haven High School Saturday Nov. 16 at 11 a.m., with a meet-and-greet in the schools' rotunda following.

Open Letter From Outgoing Town Attorney Joe Zullo

Outgoing Town Attorney Joe Zullo pens a letter to town employees and the community.

Inaugural Letter To Residents From Mayor-Elect Carfora

Mayor-elect Carfora, who will be inaugurated Saturday Nov. 16, pens a open letter to the residents of East Haven and details first-steps. .

Mayor-Elect Speaks On Win, Team, Plans And What 'Broke His Heart'

In an interview shortly after his election as mayor Tuesday night, Democrat Joe Carfora said he was ecstatic, but ready to get to work.

Voter Turnout In East Haven Far Exceeded Other Areas of State

In fact turnout for Tuesday’s election rivaled the East Haven mayoral race in 2017.

East Haven Election Results 2019: Vote Totals For Every Race

East Haven residents went to the polls and elected Democrat Joe Carfora mayor.

Democrat Carfora Thanks Residents Night Before Mayoral Election

Democratic mayoral candidate Joe Carfora pens what he says is his 'final statement' and 'thank you' to residents before Tuesday's election.

Carfora On Carfora: 'He's A Great Guy Who Loves This Town'

Al Carfora, bother and campaign manager of Democratic mayoral candidate Joe Carfora, says, 'My brother is a great guy who loves this town.'

East Haven Elects New Mayor on Tuesday of This Week

For the first time in two decades East Haven will be electing a new mayor on November 5th.

East Haven 2019 Election OpEd

Residents offer opinions on the East Haven municipal election.

Carfora Criticizes 'Personal Attacks' In Campaign

Democratic mayoral candidate Joe Carfora says he won't 'participate in his opponent’s personal smear tactics.'

Tracey Maps Out Plan to Stabilize, Reduce Taxes Over Next 4 Years

Tracey says two-part plan will stabilize, reduce taxes over the next four years: 'Nobody wants to replay the 17% tax hike we saw in 2010.'

Carfora Lays Out New Proposals

Candidate Carfora writes that he'd look to create a town-run transport ambulance service and propose resident-only beach area parking.

Town Council Approves Nearly $7M In Public Projects

At a special meeting Tuesday night, the Town Council approved a bonding authorization for $6.95 million in public improvements,

East Haven 2019 Local Election Candidates, Polling Places, Hours

Here's what you need to know about Tuesday's 2019 East Haven election including the candidates, polling places, voting hours and more.

Mayor Maturo Says Goodbye To East Haven As Days In Office Dwindle

One thing is for certain - come November 5th for the first time in a long time Joe Maturo will not be in charge of East Haven

Tracey Spells Out Economic Development Initiative

Republican mayoral candidate 'Big' Steve Tracey lays out economic development initiative that targets Route 80 and major thoroughfares.