New Haven|News|
$25K Reward Offered On New Haven Cold Case Homicide Approved By Gov.
In the summer of 2011 cold case, Robert Lee McArthur was killed in a drive-by shooting while sitting in Kimberly Ave. traffic.
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Ellyn Santiago, Patch Staff
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Longtime journalist covering New Haven, Branford, and East Haven part time.
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Branford, CT|News|
Walsh Intermediate School House Principal Dianne Dadio Chosen For Staff Spotlight: District
"She's the kind of person who makes every student, staff member, and family feel seen, valued, and supported," the school district shared.
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New Haven|News|
New Haven Health Department Nursing Director Named American Academy of Nursing Fellow
Dr. Katherine Tucker leads the health department's Health and Wellness Center and oversees a team of more than 40 school nurses across city.
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North Branford, CT|News|
North Branford Firefighters Fight, Knock Down Late Night Sunday Ledgewood Drive Residential Fire: NBFD
When firefighters arrived, there was "heavy fire from the second floor of a raised ranch" and all occupants were out of the home: NBFD
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East Haven, CT|News|
Significant Progress Made Since January Ground Breaking At Foxon Fire Station 3
Block work, siding, rough electrical are done, roof and doors nearly done, new water main/training hydrant is underway for safer FD training
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New Haven|News|
Yale Undergrad, 18, Was Arrested, Charged In Connection With Alleged Sexual Assault On NYC Subway: Reports
Ari Shtein was charged with 1st-degree sexual abuse, three other sexual abuse charges, and 4 counts of child endangering, court records show
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Branford, CT|News|
Branford Police Clarify Their Role In Locating Missing Girl, 17, After Social Media Confusion, Chatter
Family posted a 'missing teen' on local social media page and used an Amber Alert hashtag, which led to confusion about police involvement.
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New Haven|News|
'Yale, Don't Fold:' Blumenthal, Yale Students, Faculty Address Reported Yale-Trump Administration Settlement
Yale's reportedly in settlement negotiations with the Trump administration over DOJ's investigation into its admissions process.
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New Haven|News|
Friday, Mayor, Governor, State, Local, Congressional Leaders Join 1,300 Kids For LEAP's Read-In on the Green
The read-in has volunteers reading, discussing books with small groups of kids on the Green, with the goal of inspiring lifelong readers.
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East Haven, CT|News|
Town Beach Reopens For Swimming After Being Closed Since Monday Due To Heavy Rain, Potential Contamination
After heavy rainfall, swimming advisories or beach closures may be issued for 24–48 hours due to stormwater runoff and sewer overflows.
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Branford, CT|News|
With All-Clear Water Quality Testing, Branford Beaches Reopen After Being Closed Since Monday Health Dept.
Johnsons, Stony Creek, and Branford Point beaches reopened for swimming after being shuttered since Monday due to excessive rain.
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Guilford, CT|News|
Guilford Police Blotter: July 2 to July 8, 2026
Police provide all information. Charges are allegations, not convictions. All are presumed innocent unless proven guilty.
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New Haven|News|
4 New Haven Garden Projects Have Been Awarded Urban Green and Community Garden Grants
Southwest Conservation District, New Haven Ecology Project, Towers Foundation and City of New Haven garden projects awarded a total $475K.
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Branford, CT|News|
Calendar Alert: 3rd Annual Branford Community Foundation Charity Golf Tourney Returns In September
Thimble Island Private Wealth will again serve as the tournament presenting sponsor, which benefits the Foundation’s mission and operations.
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North Branford, CT|News|
Just A Reminder About Library Needs and Programs, Though At Least Early August, Are At Atwater Library
The Edward Smith Library is closed for a major HVAC system replacement; visit the Atwater Library at 1720 Foxon Road.
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East Haven, CT|News|
East Haven Police Blotter: July 1 to July 7, 2026
Police provide all information. Charges are allegations, not convictions. All are presumed innocent unless proven guilty.
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East Haven, CT|News|
UPDATE: East Haven, Branford Beaches Remain Closed, Bacteria Test Results Back Thursday: Health Dept.
East Haven Beach, Johnsons Beach, Stony Creek Beach, and Branford Point Beach remain closed for bathing as health dept. tests water.
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New Haven|News|
It's Wonderful News: Wonder Food Hall Has Its Grand Opening On Elm Street Thursday
Menus include Sweetbird by Chef Marcus Samuelsson, Royal Greens, Tejas Barbecue, Detroit Brick Pizza Co., Yasas by Michael Symon, Limesalt.
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North Branford, CT|News|
North Branford Police Blotter: June 29 to July 7, 2026
Police provide all information. Charges are allegations, not convictions. All are presumed innocent unless proven guilty.
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Branford, CT|News|
Branford Police Blotter: June 30 to July 7, 2026
Police provide all information. Charges are allegations, not convictions. All are presumed innocent unless proven guilty.
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