West Hartford Man Accused Of Vandalizing Pro-Israel Signs: WHPD

The incident occurred last August over a two-day period, affecting residents on several West Hartford streets.

Suspects Who Damaged West Hartford High School Site Captured On Surveillance: WHPD

The suspects damaged property at the school and left racist graffiti at the scene last month, according to police.

West Hartford: Safely Use Pedestrian Crosswalk Signals

Part of West Hartford's 'Vision Zero' traffic safety initiative, updated crosswalk signals have been installed at some intersections.

Free Reflective Vests Available Via West Hartford's Safety Push

The Town of West Hartford's 'Vision Zero' effort has it giving away reflective vests and armbands while supplies last at town hall.

Family Displaced After West Hartford House Fire: WHFD

The blaze originated in one of the home's bedrooms early Monday morning.

West Hartford PD To Crack Down On Reckless Dirt Bike/ATV Rider Gangs: Police

The WHPD this week charged a 26-year-old man with stealing and recklessly driving such a vehicle.

Racist Graffiti Found At High School In West Hartford: Police

The West Hartford PD is investigating and asking anyone with information to contact them.

Emergency Volunteers Sought In West Hartford

The town's Community Emergency Response Team has a new class starting on Oct. 11, and it is looking for folks to join the ranks.

Several Displaced In West Hartford Apartment Building Fire: WHFD

The fire destroyed the third floor of a three-story apartment building on Sunday afternoon.

Shiny, New Ladder Truck Wows West Hartford FD

The West Hartford FD recently traveled to Wisconsin to inspect the new, 100-foot ladder truck that will soon join its ranks.

Young Bicyclist Rushed To Hospital After Hit-And-Run In West Hartford: Police

The West Hartford PD is searching for the vehicle responsible, believed to be a dark-colored SUV or hatchback.

West Hartford Unveils Traffic Camera Layout

The Town of West Hartford recently unveiled a map where 15 speed/traffic enforcement cameras will be placed in town.

Family Displaced After West Hartford House Fire Sunday: WHFD

The American Red Cross is assisting the fire victims.

Learn West Hartford Police Life At Citizens Police Academy

The popular program with the West Hartford Police Department is seeking applicants for its next session, which is Sept. 24 to Nov. 12.

West Hartford's 'Emergency Preparedness Day' Offers Fun, Life-Saving Info

The annual event will take place on Saturday, Sept. 6, in the West Hartford Town Hall parking lot.

West Hartford's Emergency Management Office Updating Special Needs Registry

The town is looking for folks to submit updated information to the office to ensure necessary care in the event of a disaster.

Teen Task Force Makes Video Urging Safe Driving In West Hartford

West Hartford's Peer Health and Concerns Teen Task Force recently unveiled a safe teen driving video done with the West Hartford PD.

Staying Safe In West Hartford Without Sidewalks

The rules of pedestrian safety are clear when it comes to sidewalks, but what about when no sidewalks are available?

Drive Safe, The West Hartford PD Is Watching

The WHPD spent much of Wednesday, Aug. 20, cracking down on folks going through stop signs and using phones while driving.

Raised Crosswalks Providing West Hartford Safety Boost

Part of the 'Vision Zero' initiative, the crosswalks were added in four different school zones in town in time for back-to-school next week.

Violent West Hartford Crash Tuesday Could Have Been Worse: WHPD

The collision at a busy West Hartford intersection on Tuesday caused one vehicle to roll over.

Pedestrian Etiquette Topic Of West Hartford Safety Push

West Hartford's 'Vision Zero' program recently reminded pedestrians about how to properly cross a busy intersection's crosswalk.

West Hartford's Traffic Lights Looking Different These Days

An ongoing initiative regarding the town's many traffic lights aims to cut down on crashes at West Hartford intersections.

Sobering Stats Unveiled In West Hartford About Accident Victims

The town's 'Vision Zero' initiative points out a group of travelers who are more vulnerable to injuries/death on local roadways/sidewalks.

Woman, 30, Drove Drunk While Going Too Slow In West Hartford: Police

The West Hartford resident prompted numerous 911 calls from Interstate 84 in town late Tuesday night.

Free Car Magnets Show West Hartford Motorists Have Taken A Safety Pledge

The effort is part of the town's 'Vision Zero' traffic safety initiative.

West Hartford Safety Push Utilizes YouTube

Multiple town officials can be seen in recently-released YouTube videos that are part of the town's 'Vision Zero' initiative.

Serious Fire Badly Damages West Hartford Home: WHFD

The fire badly damaged a local home on Sunday afternoon, rendering it uninhabitable.

West Hartford Officials Release Alarming Stats On Crashes In Town

West Hartford officials shared data on an alarming trend concerning vehicular and pedestrian crashes in town.

Police Probe Attempted Armed Robbery At West Hartford Store

The suspect was described as being a heavy-set, short male wearing a black hooded sweatshirt, black mask, gloves, and glasses.

Hazmat Incident At West Hartford Home Prompts Rapid Response: WHFD

Hazardous materials crews from West Hartford and the state rushed to mitigate a serious situation in a home's basement on Monday.

West Hartford Speed Camera Hearing Is Tonight: UPDATE

The Town of West Hartford is hosting the first of two public forums on Wednesday, July 30, on the new traffic camera system being installed.

West Hartford's Motorist Safety Push Urges 'Stop Bar' Vigilance

West Hartford's Vision Zero pedestrian/motorist safety initiative addresses the solid white lines drivers encounter on the road.

2 Hartford Men In Vehicle That Fled West Hartford Police Face Drug, Weapons Charges: WH

The WHPD found the vehicle in town Friday, July 18, a week after the same vehicle fled local police in a prior incident.

West Hartford Residents Displaced After Solar Panel Fire: WHFD

The incident happened on Sunday afternoon, with the West Hartford Fire Marshal's office investigating the cause.

Armed Bank Robbery Reported In West Hartford: Police

The West Hartford Police Department is looking for the public's help in investigating the robbery, which took place late Wednesday morning.

West Hartford's Summer Safety Blitz Continues

The town's push for pedestrian/motorist safety now includes new pedestrian features and pleas to slow down and watch out for bicycles.

Welcome To 'Pedestrian Island,' West Hartford's Safety Oasis

West Hartford has announced the recent creation of a 'pedestrian refuge island,' which helps folks crossing busy, multi-lane streets.

West Hartford's Safety Push Urges Yielding To Pedestrians, Safe Bicycling

The Town of West Hartford is fully engaged in its Vision Zero pedestrian and roadway safety project.

West Hartford Issues Shrubbery Warning Amid Safety Campaign

Unkept shrubbery can cause hazards for motorists and pedestrians, according to the town.