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Man rams multiple police cruisers with stolen car on I-91 in North Haven
A man has been arrested after he allegedly crashed into multiple police cruisers while trying to avoid officers on Interstate 91 in North Haven over the weekend. State police said they were notified that a car stolen out of Massachusetts was traveling on I-91 South around 7:45 p.m. on Saturday. The car didn’t pull over for Massachusetts officers, and the…
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Pet snake found abandoned on Route 40 Connector in North Haven has died
A pet snake that was found abandoned on the Route 40 Connector in North Haven has died. Photos posted by North Haven Animal Control on Sunday show the snake in a tank on the side of the road. They said in a post that the snake was found on the side of the Route 40 Connector. It’s unclear how long…
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Family of tow truck driver killed in North haven hit-and-run seeks justice
The family of a tow truck driver killed in a hit-and-run in North Haven is calling for justice. Chris Russell lost his life in May of 2022 after he pulled over to help another driver on Interstate 91 in North Haven. Court documents say Luis Resto struck and killed Russell, while operating a vehicle after using heroin. NBC Connecticut obtained…
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Family of tow truck driver killed in hit-and-run in North Haven is calling for justice
The family of a tow truck driver killed in a hit-and-run is calling for justice. Chris Russell lost his life almost three years ago after he pulled over to help another drive on I-91 in North Haven.
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I-91 North reopens after crash in North Haven
Interstate 91 North has reopened after a crash in North Haven Tuesday afternoon. The highway was closed between exits 12 and 13 after a three-vehicle crash, according to CTRoads.org. There were backups for nearly two-and-a-half miles, between exits 10 and 13. The crash happened shortly after 3 p.m. and the scene cleared about an hour later. State police said no…
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North Haven first selectman vows to hold people accountable for street takeovers
North Haven is cracking down on the issue of street takeovers after two people were injured over the weekend. A street takeover happened on Montowese Avenue around 2 a.m. on Dec. 28, according to police. In a video shared via the department’s Facebook page, it shows a white 2016 Dodge Charger circling around a ring of fire in the middle…
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North Haven calls for crackdown after street takeover injures 2 over the weekend
The latest street takeover happened at a busy intersection in North Haven on Saturday. Police say two people were injured and residents believe something needs to be done before even more people are hurt or killed.
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2 struck by vehicle during street takeover in North Haven
Police are looking for a vehicle that is believed to have hit two people during a street takeover in North Haven early Saturday morning. Officers responded to Montowese Avenue at the intersection with Interstate 91 North off ramps around 2 a.m. for a report of a pedestrian hit during a street takeover. As police arrived, several cars reportedly fled. Shortly…
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13-year-old attempted to steal food delivery driver's vehicle with child inside in North Haven: police
A 13-year-old attempted to steal a food delivery driver’s vehicle with a child inside on Universal Drive in North Haven Thursday evening, according to police. The delivery driver parked outside Jersey Mike’s around 6 p.m. and left the car running while going inside to get the delivery order, police said. The driver’s 8-year-old child remained in the car. The...
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Have a passion for poetry? North Haven seeks next poet laureate
The town of North Haven is searching for a person with a passion for poetry to become the town’s next poet laureate.
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Have a passion for poetry? North Haven seeks next poet laureate
The Town of North Haven is searching for a person with a passion for poetry to become the town’s next poet laureate. Gabriella Brand has been the poet laureate at the North Haven Memorial Library for the past three years. “A poet laureate is a person who in a way represents their town but also is there as a...
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Multi-town traffic enforcement spreads holiday cheer, offers reminders about safety
Drivers along Route 80 were given a message about holiday safety and a little gift from local police Thursday. Police departments that make up the South Central Connecticut Traffic Unit banded together to lift spirits along with offering friendly warnings. “It’s been pretty funny a lot of people are pretty excited,” said Officer Tristin Goodwin, with the East Haven Police…
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Police in 6 towns give away something other than tickets during traffic stops
Police in six towns in south-central Connecticut gave out some friendly warnings and gift cards during traffic stops on Thursday.
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North Haven fire department receiving calls of ‘fishy odor'
The North Haven Fire Department said it has been receiving several calls about a fishy odor in the air on Monday morning and the cause is tank cleaning work at a business in Wallingford. The fire department has received calls about a fishy odor in the areas of Washington Avenue and Pool Road, extending down past Broadway and State. The…
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Man arrested for driving 126 mph on I-91 in North Haven
A man has been arrested for allegedly driving 126 miles per hour on Interstate 91 in North Haven Wednesday morning. State police said an officer in the area of exit 12 on I-91 North saw a man driving well over the speed limit. They activated their lights to pull the car over, but they drove faster, reaching 126 mph. Troopers…
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North Haven homeowners worry about increase in property taxes as home values increase
Residents in North Haven are worried about their property taxes increasing; however, First Selectman Mike Frieda says he’s committed to easing the burden for homeowners
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Crews urge caution after battling brush fire in residential area of North Haven
Firefighters have contained a brush fire that broke out in a residential area of North Haven, and officials continue to urge caution due to dry weather conditions.
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Crews urge caution after battling brush fire in residential area of North Haven
Firefighters have contained a brush fire that broke out in a residential area of North Haven, and officials continue to urge caution due to dry weather conditions. The fire department said they responded to the area of 268 Upper State St., near Sinoway Pond on Friday night. They’re actively working to keep the fire from spreading to nearby homes. Firefighters…
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2 injured, 1 seriously, after crash in construction zone on I-91 in North Haven
Two people are injured, one seriously, after a crash in a construction zone on Interstate 91 North in North Haven Wednesday night. The fire department said they responded to the crash just after 8 p.m. A car appears to have struck the back of another vehicle that was set up for a construction zone, according to fire officials. Two people…
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Pride organization calls on North Haven schools to do more to support LGBTQ+ community
The organization North Haven Pride is calling on North Haven Public Schools to show more support for the LGBTQ+ community after a public comment session surrounding a gender non-conforming substitute teacher during a Board of Education meeting last week.