WeHa FD Says 'Goodbye' To Veteran Leader

One of the West Hartford Fire Department's administrators has called it a career in town after 22 years.

One Year Later: WHPD Seeks Suspect In Fatal Hit-And-Run

The West Hartford PD Wednesday reminded the public about efforts to find the motorist responsible for a fatal pedestrian incident in 2022.

WeHa: Give The Gift Of Emergency Preparedness

West Hartford's emergency management department says items to prepare for disaster make great holiday gifts.

Two New WeHa Firefighters Report For Duty This Week

Both have recently graduated from the Connecticut Fire Academy as part of a training program for entry-level firefighters.

One Year After Tragedies, West Hartford Pledges Safer Roads

The Town of West Hartford Wednesday unveiled an early draft of its Vision Zero initiative to reduce traffic/pedestrian deaths in town.

Middletown Woman, 28, Sent To Prison For Robbing WeHa Bank: Feds

The robbery occurred last year at a supermarket bank branch in West Hartford.

West Hartford PD To Catch Speeders Via Cameras

The town is receiving federal infrastructure dollars to fund a speeding enforcement initiative utilizing speed cameras next year.

WeHa's Roadway Safety Plan Topic Of Dec. 6 Forum

West Hartford this year kickstarted a local movement aimed at improving pedestrian/vehicular safety after a deadly 2022.

Car Repair Shop Catches Fire In West Hartford: WHFD

The building housed a foreign car repair shop in town.

Woman Hit By Car, Then Cited By Police: WeHa PD

The West Hartford Police Department is investigating the incident, which took place late Wednesday morning.

WeHa, New Haven Men Charged In Catalytic Converter Theft Ring: Feds

The quartet of men were indicted this month in U.S. District Court in New Haven.

WeHa Police Dog Helps Catch Car Thieves: WHPD

The four juvenile suspects are accused of stealing a car in Cheshire and were taken into custody late Monday night.

Keep ATVs Off The Roads: WeHa PD

The West Hartford Police Department is cracking down on ATVs being illegally ridden on roads and they will impound your vehicle when caught.

WeHa Halloween Shooting Damages Vehicle, Building: Police

The West Hartford Police Department is looking for public help in investigating the incident.

West Hartford FD Promotes Several, Welcomes Two New Firefighters

The West Hartford Fire Department hosted a special pinning ceremony to promote several among its ranks, welcoming two newcomers as well.

WeHa Seeks Volunteers To Prepare For Disaster

The town's 'Community Emergency Response Team' is looking for new members to prep for the worst, with training starting Saturday.

West Hartford 'Incident' Ends With No Injuries/Arrests: WHPD

A welfare check Wednesday resulted in a nearly day-long situation that resulted in a road closure and a heavy responder presence.

Pistol Whip Suspect Extradited To WeHa To Face Charges: Police

The 27-year-old Hartford man is accused of violently pistol-whipping a person last month in a West Hartford shopping plaza parking lot.

Bomb Threat Against WeHa Synagogue A Hoax: Police

A West Hartford synagogue was among many in Connecticut targeted by bomb threats Friday, days after the terror attacks against Israel.

Beloved WeHa PD Officer Retires To Career In Academia

'Officer Dave' is moving on from the WHPD for a new gig teaching forensic science at a Connecticut university.

WHPD Officer Named 2023's American Legion Top Cop: Police

The local American Legion chapter recently honored the West Hartford officer as this year's 'Officer of the Year.'

Three New WHPD Officers Now Hitting The Beat

The West Hartford Police Department said three new officers have graduated from the police academy and are now in the field.

I-84 Crash In West Hartford Cleared: UPDATE

The two-vehicle wreck had shut down one lane.

Pistol Whipping In West Hartford Results In Charges For Hartford Man

The West Hartford PD said it has charged a 27-year-old Hartford man in connection with a Sept. 10 pedestrian-motorist dispute.

WeHa PD Urges Railway Crossing Safety

The West Hartford Police Department is participating in 'Rail Safety Week' activities by urging awareness of the dangers of railways.

Relationship With Patient Results In WeHa Doctor's Fine: State

The state Tuesday fined a West Hartford doctor for a romantic relationship with a patient at his Hartford practice.

Three Charged In Fraud/Check Washing Scheme: West Hartford PD

One Hartford suspect and two from New York were charged recently in connection with a fraud scheme using stolen checks and credit cards.

West Hartford Man Charged With Illegally Growing/Selling Pot: WHPD

Local law enforcers seized 31 illegal cannabis plants from a 38-year-old West Hartford man's residence.

Prepare For Disaster At West Hartford Program

The West Hartford-Bloomfield Health District is hosting a forum Thursday on how families can prep for natural and man-made disasters.

West Hartford Teen Girl, 15, Reported Missing

The WHPD is looking for Jahni Nealey, 15, of West Hartford, who is described as a Black female with black hair and brown eyes.

WeHa's Dangerous Roads Topic Of Public Forum Tuesday

The West Hartford Vision Zero initiative is conducting a survey and hosting a forum Sept. 19 to gather data on the town's dangerous roads.

Plea Deal Reached In WeHa USJ Shooting Incident: Report

The suspect pleaded guilty to one charge related to the Nov. 4, 2022 incident on the University of Saint Joseph campus in West Hartford.

Motorcyclist Badly Hurt In West Hartford Crash: Police

The rider suffered 'life-threatening' injuries, according to the West Hartford Police Department.

West Hartford Disaster Prep Event Cancelled: UPDATE

The town was to host Community Preparedness Day on Saturday to help residents prepare for natural/man-made disasters, but it was canceled.

West Hartford Girl, 15, Reported Missing, Silver Alert Issued

West Hartford police are looking for Jahni Nealey, 15, who is described as a Black female with black hair and brown eyes.

Woman, Toddler Killed In Violent Crash In West Hartford: UPDATE

The Wednesday night crash claimed the lives of a 26-year-old Bristol woman and a 2-year-old passenger.

West Hartford FD's First Summer Camp A Big Success

The inaugural program for youths aged 12-16 introduced them to potential firefighting careers.

Man Charged In West Hartford Car-Versus-School Bus Crash: Police

The 37-year-old suspect from Colchester was seriously injured in the April 26 accident, with charges coming Thursday.

West Hartford Girl, 15, Missing Since Monday

West Hartford police are looking for Vitoria Ferreira, 15, who is described as a white female with black hair and black eyes.

WeHa PD SWAT Unit Does Well At Competition

The West Hartford Police Department's 'Emergency Services Unit' was among the top 10 competitors at last week's challenge.