West Hartford's Massive Safety Push Continues This Summer

The town has announced two more major initiatives aimed at making it safer to walk and drive in West Hartford.

Key Pedestrian Safety Project Completed In West Hartford

The project was completed on June 25 and is part of West Hartford's 'Vision Zero' traffic/pedestrian safety initiative.

West Hartford Safety Initiative Targets Crosswalks

The Vision Zero movement in West Hartford is urging folks to be mindful of pedestrians in crosswalks.

Former West Hartford Teacher, Again, Accused Of Touching Child: Police

The Manchester resident was originally accused in January of inappropriately touching a pupil.

West Hartford Teaches Those With Disabilities To Prep For Disaster

West Hartford officials this week released a free guidebook for those with medical issues on how they can prep for civil emergencies.

Victim In West Hartford Hit-And-Run Has Died, Is Identified: Police: UPDATE

The 44-year-old Plainville man was struck on June 7 in West Hartford and died three days later, police confirmed Monday.

Life-Saving Swag Available At West Hartford Town Hall, Libraries

West Hartford's 'Vision Zero' initiative has some freebies available that just might save your life.

Suspect In Custody After Hit-And-Run Crash Injures Pedestrian: West Hartford Police: UPDATE

The Saturday morning incident came less than a week after another pedestrian was struck and killed in West Hartford.

Learn To Stay Safe This Summer In West Hartford

The town is hosting a forum on Tuesday, June 3, at the Noah Webster Library on ways folks can stay safe during the hot summer months.

West Hartford PD's Ranks Grow By Four

The department announced the arrival of four new police officers following successful training academy stints.

Victim Identified In Fatal West Hartford Accident: Police: UPDATE

The accident happened Sunday night when a vehicle struck a pedestrian at a busy West Hartford intersection.

West Hartford Graduates New Class Of Emergency Volunteers

They will assist emergency responders in the event of public emergencies, as well as assist at local community events.

Residents Evacuated After West Hartford Apartment Building Fire: WHFD

The weekend fire required mutual aid assistance from three area fire companies.

1 Burned In West Hartford House Fire: WHFD

The victim was rushed to an area hospital after trying to put out the blaze, fire officials reported.

West Hartford FD Makes Great Save Sunday Morning

A Sunday morning fire call ended with the best possible result for one West Hartford family.

West Hartford Cocaine Dealer Sentenced To Prison: Feds

The 34-year-old was part of a cocaine distribution network that also included his uncle.

Electronic Eyes OK'd To Enforce West Hartford Traffic Laws

The West Hartford Town Council last month approved an ordinance officially establishing a speed enforcement camera policy in town.

Rise Of Hate Crimes Topic Of Forum In West Hartford

The program will take place on Thursday, May 8, at West Hartford Town Hall and feature state and local law enforcement leaders.

West Hartford's Top 2025 Firefighter, Police Officer Honored Recently

A local civic group recently named its 2025 'Firefighter of the Year' and its 'Police Officer of the Year' in West Hartford.

Man Indicted For Mall Robbery At West Hartford/Farmington Mall

The incident happened in July 2024, with a federal grand jury handing down an indictment against the 58-year-old suspect earlier this month.

Firefighters Hurt Battling West Hartford House Fire: WHFD

Firefighters Injured Battling West Hartford House Fire: WHFD

Full Involved Fire Destroys West Hartford Building: WHFD

The fire happened late Saturday morning, and it is being investigated by the local fire marshal's office.

Motorist Charged In Fatal West Hartford Pedestrian Collision: PD

A local resident is accused of leaving the scene of the November accident, according to police.

West Hartford Forum Tuesday Could Help Save A Senior's Life

The town's senior citizens advisory board is hosting a special forum on how seniors can stay safe while walking and driving in town.

Law Enforcement Trio Marks Major Milestone In West Hartford

The new recruits were sworn in last fall and, recently, completed an extensive training program at the Connecticut Police Academy.

Man Accused Of Looting West Hartford Truck Crash Scene: Police

State police said the 51-year-old suspect took items that exited from a tractor-trailer that crashed on Interstate 84 early Monday morning.

Put The Phone Away In West Hartford ... Or You Will Pay: WHPD

The West Hartford Police Department is cracking down on distracted driving as part of National Distracted Driving Awareness Month.

West Hartford Firefighters Quickly Save Burning Home: WHFD

The late-night blaze Sunday was discovered in the walls of a house, with the building deemed habitable after the incident.

West Hartford Man Charged In 'Significant' Drug Bust: WHPD

The 35-year-old was subject to a months-long probe of his illegal narcotics distribution operation out of his West Hartford home.

West Hartford PD Hosting Free Car Seat Installation Clinic

The free program will take place at West Hartford Town Hall on Friday, March 28.

West Hartford Woman Accused Of Stealing School PTO Funds: Police

The Wolcott Elementary School PTO reported 'financial irregularities' in organization coffers last fall.

Traffic Cams Help Cops Nab Accused Crash Evader In West Hartford: CSP

The 21-year-old Hartford man, according to police, left a crash car in a precarious position on Interstate 84 in West Hartford Tuesday.

West Hartford School Para Charged With Sexual Assault: WHPD

The 24-year-old Hartford man is accused of inappropriately touching two minors and sending sexually explicit text messages.

Emergency Volunteers Sought In West Hartford

The Town of West Hartford is looking for community members to volunteer to train for potential disasters that could impact the town.

Telephone Pole Issue Closes West Hartford Road: PD

Police advise using a detour Friday afternoon.

West Hartford Man Slams Into Disabled Car, One Seriously Hurt: Police

The 25-year-old West Hartford resident was driving a vehicle that crashed into a disabled car in Norwich, seriously injuring one.

Hartford Man Found With Stolen, Drug-Filled Car In West Hartford: PD

The suspect, 30, was charged with several drug and larceny charges, among others, after shopping at a local shopping plaza.

Grease Robbers Target West Hartford Restaurant: Police

Used cooking oil is often a target of thieves who sell the greasy product to biofuel recyclers for money.

Conard HS' Latest Play Will Be A 'Disaster' (Not Really ... Just Fun)

The Conard High School in West Hartford theater department is putting on 'Disaster,' a musical comedy honoring 1970s disaster films.

Man Charged With Arson Set Fire To West Hartford Apartment: Police

Roman Ruben of West Hartford was arrested Friday after police said he set fire to his apartment at 98 Caya Ave.