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1. West Haven Resident Wins Big Lottery Prize (patch.com) — A West Haven resident has scored a $23,530 prize on a FAST PLAY $2 Casino Cash Progressive ticket bought at Sam's Food Store on Campbell Avenue, bringing a nice windfall to a local player and retailer. Under a Connecticut law effective in 2025, the winner's name is not being released without written consent, but lottery officials confirmed the big win happened right in town.
2. Where To Pick Pumpkins Near West Haven This Fall — And How To Carve Them (patch.com) — Families around West Haven can celebrate fall by visiting nearby pumpkin patches such as B & B Flower Farm, Filanowski Farms, Robert Treat Farm, Treat Farm, Sunflower Farm and Jones Family Farms for pumpkins and seasonal activities. The guide also walks residents through practical tips and tools for carving sturdy, eye-catching jack-o'-lanterns to light up local porches for Halloween.
3. Shelton man charged in West Haven road rage shooting on I-95 (ctpost.com) — A Shelton man has been charged after allegedly firing a gun during an August road rage incident on I-95 south in West Haven, damaging another driver's car. State police say he later turned himself in and is free on bond, with a Milford court date set for November. The case highlights ongoing safety concerns for West Haven commuters using the busy interstate corridor.
4. Here Are The Cheapest, Most Expensive Places To Get Gas In West Haven (patch.com) — Drivers in West Haven are paying slightly less than the Connecticut average for regular gas, with local stations averaging $4.42 per gallon this week. A dozen stations across town are listed with up-to-date prices, helping you compare options on First Avenue, Derby Avenue, Jones Hill Road, Boston Post Road, Campbell Avenue, Elm Street, and Saw Mill Road before you fill up.
5. University of New Haven Student-Organized Law Enforcement Showcase Highlights Diverse Career Paths (newhaven.edu) — Students at the University of New Haven recently organized a Law Enforcement Showcase that drew over 250 attendees and featured the West Haven Police Department alongside other agencies. West Haven officers reported a surge of interest in civilian roles, as students explored varied public safety careers in a relaxed, conversation-friendly setting. Organizers plan to expand the event next fall to deepen agency partnerships.
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