The proposed Fiscal Year 2014 General Fund budget is $241,554,357, a minimal increase compared to the prior fiscal year.
At a protest Saturday in Avon, the former presidential candidate and Connecticut native said it's 'Time for a Raise' in minimum wage and that it starts with the '800-pound gorilla — Walmart.'
West Hartford's Superintendent proposes $140,055,899 budget to the Board of Education Tuesday night.
The Goodwin, which received zoning and Town Council approval for construction in Dec. 2012, is one of nine housing developments selected by Gov. Dannel P. Malloy for $29 million investment.
In a breakdown released Sunday by the Obama White House, officials say the automatic cuts that would take effect Friday could have broad implications for the state and country.
The event is scheduled for 12 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. at MCC on Main at 903 Main St.
She will succeed Jim Capodiece, who retires on March 1.
West Hartford's Director of Human and Leisure Services, who will retire after nearly 33 years of service, discusses the changes he's seen in more than three decades working for the town.
Isabella Glynn spoke before the Connecticut legislature's transportation committee last week, voicing her concerns about "Men at Work" signs.
Gov. Malloy proposes exempting 90 percent of vehicles from property tax but local officials in West Hartford as well as other towns say that will mean making up the difference in real estate taxes.
As of Monday night, 90 percent of West Hartford's roads reportedly have two travel lanes. West Hartford Public Schools will reopen Tuesday but everyone needs to be extra cautious walking and driving.
Sleet and freezing rain are adding to existing road hazards.
Although snow removal efforts have 99 percent of West Hartford's roads open, town officials determined that sidewalks and bus routes are still to dangerous. A parking ban remains in effect.
By 11 a.m., Public Works reported that 80 percent of West Hartford's roads had been opened.
A message from Director of Public Works John Phillips.
Approximately 35 to 40 percent of town roads have been cleared as of Saturday afternoon.
Gov. Dannel P. Malloy has also ordered all roads in the state closed, and West Hartford's State of Emergency emphasizes that it applies to all roads in town, Mayor Scott Slifka said.
Emergency Operations team will reconvene Saturday.
A public hearing to discuss the proposed single file riding bill will be held on Wednesday.
A Declaration of Emergency provides the governor with a number of emergency powers during the storm.
All West Hartford Public Schools and school offices will be closed on Friday. Include your own closings and information in the comments.
Civil War historian Matt Warshauer discusses the film, Connecticut and the 13th Amendment vote in response to U.S. Rep. Joe Courtney's letter to Steven Spielberg.
Blizzard watch is upgraded to a warning on Thursday afternoon, with 18-24 inches of snow plus heavy winds forecast for the area.
West Hartford is preparing for the storm in multiple ways, including issuing a parking ban which willl be in effect on all town roads beginning at 8 a.m. Friday, Feb. 8, 2013.
The governor delivered his budget to the General Assembly on Wednesday.
Renovation or rebuilding of Charter Oak International Academy is the major component of the West Hartford Public Schools proposed Captial Improvement Plan.
Real estate list increased by .29 percent, but both the motor vehicle and personal property lists decreased in value between 2011 and 2012.
Sen. Chris Murphy watches a state police demonstration of the power of military-style assault rifles in Simsbury.
Mayor Scott Slifka announces that he will run for reelection at the West Hartford Chamber of Commerce's annual "State of the Town' address Thursday.
Sheila A. Huddleston of West Hartford was one of 15 nominees named by Gov. Dannel P. Malloy.
Clean Energy Task Force will offer a free workshop next month.
The IRS has announced a delayed start to the 2012 tax filing season. Here's the date of when you can file, plus a link to some companies in West Hartford that can provide help on your taxes.
As state and federal lawmakers look at new laws to curb gun violence, sales of guns in Connecticut are rising.
Although the University of Connecticut still plans to relocate from West Hartford to downtown Hartford, an exact location has yet to be identified.
West Hartford's multi-use trail will be extended by approximately 2,900 feet.
Jason Jakubowski, who served as one of Connecticut's electors in the 2012 Presidential election, said Monday's inauguration was a 'very memorable experience.'
A notice from the Town of West Hartford.
Jason Jakubowski of West Hartford was one of Connecticut's seven electors to cast a vote for Barack Obama in the official vote last December, and Monday he will be in Washington at the president's inauguration.
The president unveiled a sweeping number of proposals Wednesday designed to curb gun violence. What's your take?
Martin will be responsible for all of the department's projects, including upcoming reconstruction work on a North Main St. bridge.