West Haven Fire/Police Service, Public Safety & Health Expo Set for Oct. 15

The expo will include Mack firetruck rides, a hazmat trailer, food trucks, the departments’ rescue boats, live music and more.

DeLauro, Rossi Herald $105M In Funds For I-95 Bridges In West Haven

Officials announced $105M in federal infrastructure funding for building new Interstate 95 southbound and northbound bridges in West Haven.

West Haven Observing 9/11 With Flag-Raising, Candlelight Vigil

The city will observe the 21st anniversary of the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks with a flag-raising ceremony and candlelight vigil.

West Haven Bulk Trash Pickup, E-Waste Drop-Off Start Soon

The city’s final bulk trash pickup week of 2022 starts soon. Read details and guidelines for bulk trash pickup and the E-waste drop-off here

CTLCV Endorses Dorinda Borer For House District 115

Borer has earned a perfect rating on the Connecticut League of Conservation Voters' Environmental Scorecard.

New England Brewing Co.’s 60-Year Lease Approved By WH City Council

The lease allows for the city to maintain ownership of the 4-acre property while allowing the developer to build the new brewery at the site

New England Brewing Co. Lease Approved By West Haven City Council

The proposed New England Brewing Co. brewery in West Haven took another step closer to becoming a reality with the approved lease agreement.

Board To Hear Appeals On Vehicle Assessments In West Haven

Any owner of a city-registered vehicle can appeal the assessment.

Controversial $200M Luxury Mall Deal Is Dead In West Haven: Report

Officials have confirmed that the long planned & delayed The Haven luxury mall project won’t happen in West Haven, NBC Connecticut reported.

McGee Wins West Haven Democratic Primary Election

Incumbent State Representative Treneé McGee faced a challenge from Joe Miller in the 116th House District.

West Haven 2022 Primary Elections: Candidates, Polling Places, Hours

Registered Democrats and Republicans will head to the polls Tuesday for a primary election to determine the candidates for state races.

West Haven Polling Locations For Aug. 9 Primary

Registered Republicans and Democratic voters can cast ballots in the Aug. 9 primary. Here are the polling locations.

West Haven Seeks Input For Bike And Pedestrian Plan

Residents can offer ideas on how to make the city a more bike and pedestrian-friendly place.

West Haven Installs Port-A-Potties In Many Public Locations: Officials

The city has installed a number of port-a-potties across the city for public use, officials announced. Read details here.

Rossi Announces ARPA Parks Improvement Fund

The city is accepting suggestions and proposals for improvement and rehabilitation projects for city-owned parks, playgrounds and more.

‘Light The Bridge' Celebration Opens New Cove River Bridge In West Haven

The 88-foot-long, prefabricated aluminum truss bridge connects Bradley Point Park to Sea Bluff Beach.

‘Light The Bridge' Will Open New Cove River Pedestrian Bridge In West Haven

The 88-foot-long, prefabricated aluminum truss bridge connects Bradley Point Park to Sea Bluff Beach.

‘Tree Tender' Workshop Set For Shingle Hill Park In West Haven

The workshop will cover tree ID and growth characteristics, proper pruning practices and the fall planting schedule.

Public Invited To Take Regional Hazard Mitigation Plan Survey

The plan is aimed at identifying and assessing the region's natural hazard risks and determining how to best minimize or manage those risks.

West Haven Updates Beach Parking Rules

The city also made an announcement about its new three-year beach parking stickers for residents.

Tree Planting Marks Arbor Day Event In West Haven

The group of volunteers is tasked with helping the city implement a $10,000 grant to plant and maintain trees in urban areas of West Haven.

West Haven Receives Economic Development Award

West Haven was among 12 cities and towns certified by the Connecticut Economic Development Association.

West Haven Company To Pay $100K Penalty In Settlement: EPA

A West Haven chemical warehousing company has agreed to pay a penalty of more than $100,000 after reaching a settlement with the EPA.

Rossi Announces ARPA Grants To Tackle Food Insecurity

Rossi has been authorized to request grant proposals as part of her ARPA spending plan from charities serving West Haven’s hunger needs.

More Than $190K In State Funding Approved For West Haven Police Dept.

More than $537,000 in state funding has been approved for projects in Milford and West Haven, according to State Sen. James Maroney.

McGee Receives Democratic Endorsement For State Rep Of 116th District

She was officially endorsed by the Democratic Party at the West Haven Democratic Convention.

West Haven’s Finances Placed Under Highest Level Of State Oversight

Gov. Ned Lamont said the decision is a “direct result of the fiscal mismanagement in the city that has gone on for too long.”

Rossi Defends West Haven In Letter To Gov. Lamont

Mayor Nancy Rossi defends West Haven’s fiscal management and pledges to cooperate with the state to improve the city’s financial operations.

Rossi Considers Fining The Haven Developer For Blight In West Haven

Rossi's warning came during an “emergency” meeting with city and public safety officials at the Water Street project site on Friday.

West Haven Gets Silver Certification In Economic Development

West Haven was one of eight municipalities certified as a 2022 Silver community, according to officials.

West Haven 'Nip' Sales Top 784K; City Gets $39K From Deposit Surcharge

According to a CT law, West Haven will receive funds from the 784,974 alcoholic nip bottles that were sold in town in the last six months.

Bulk Trash Pickup Behind Schedule In West Haven

Officials are advising residents that the city’s bulk trash pickup is behind schedule.

State Board Votes To Increase Control Of West Haven's Money: Reports

The move, which was approved by a municipal accountability board today, would give the state more say in city finances.

'I Will Not Be Resigning,' West Haven Mayor Tells WTNH

Despite the West Haven city council unanimously voting no confidence in Mayor Nancy Rossi, she told News 8 on Wednesday she won't resign.

West Haven City Council Votes 'No Confidence' In Mayor: Reports

The unanimous vote, taken at a public meeting Monday night, comes after an audit found the city misspent 80 percent of its COVID-19 funding.

West Haven Accepting Applications For Neighborhood Tax Credit Program

To participate, municipal and tax-exempt organizations must complete a program proposal application. The deadline is May 13.

State Senate Leadership ‘Outraged’ By West Haven Audit Findings

An independent audit recently found that West Haven misspent nearly $893,000 in federal COVID-19 relief funds.

Rossi ‘Outraged’ By West Haven's Misspent COVID-19 Relief Funds

Mayor Nancy Rossi said an audit that found the city misspent nearly $893,000 in federal COVID-19 relief funds was embarrassing to West Haven

West Haven Misspent Nearly $893K In COVID Relief Funds: Audit

The auditors concluded that about 80 percent of the city’s $1.15 million COVID relief funds “should have been disallowed,” officials said.

West Haven Mayor Criticized For Proposing Raise For Herself

Mayor Nancy Rossi’s proposed budget includes raises for the mayor and city clerk positions, a proposal that is being criticized by some.