OESP Honors Members with National Industry Awards
Professional Award Winners Represent the “Best of the Best” in 2026
Spring 2026 Bulk Curbside Pickup
The following dates are for Bulk Pickup in 2026: Week of April 13-17 and Week of April 20-24.
From left: Dorothy Logan, chair of creativity grants, and treasurer Patricia Brown — presented a check to student Chloe Perito (third from left) and Traci Planinshek, at far right, an instructor in culinary arts and baking & pastry arts and the high school’s Family and Consumer Sciences (FACS) teacher.
Fun at Music Bingo Fundraiser Benefits NH High School Culinary Arts Program
A portion of the profits from the fundraiser went to the Culinary Arts program.
Rep. Yaccarino Honors Max Sinoway Little League for 75 Years of Community Impact
Since its founding, the league has played an important role in North Haven, offering young athletes the opportunity to participate in organized sports while learning essential life skills such as teamwork, discipline, and perseverance.
State Sen. Paul Cicarella delivers remarks at the North Haven Memorial Library renovation reception.
Sen. Cicarella and Rep. Yaccarino Celebrate Major Upgrades at North Haven Memorial Library
Sen. Cicarella secured the $500,000 Connecticut State Library Construction Grant that made the renovations possible, funded through 50% state bond funds and a 50% match from the Town of North Haven.
State Senator Paul Cicarella Officially Launches 2026 Re-election Campaign
Senator Cicarella, first elected in 2020, serves as Senior Deputy Republican Leader and Ranking Member on key legislative committees, including General Law and Public Safety & Security.
(left to right) State Rep. Dave Yaccarino, North Haven First Selectman Michael Freda, Planet Fitness Manager Ben, Planet Fitness Team Member Jaylyn, and State Sen. Paul Cicarella at the Planet Fitness grand opening in North Haven.
Sen. Cicarella Presents Legislative Citation at Planet Fitness Grand Opening in North Haven
The new, state-of-the-art facility offers a clean, judgment-free environment designed to support a wide range of fitness goals.
2026 Connecticut Kid Governor Tessa Hallinan, her Cabinet, Rep. Yaccarino, 2025 Kid Governor Keudy Martinez, Sen. Cicarella, Secretary of State Stephanie Thomas, Lt. Gov. Susan Bysiewicz, Chief Academic Officer Irene Parisi, and Supreme Court Justice Steven Ecker gather at the Kid Governor Inauguration held at Connecticut’s Old State House.
Sen. Cicarella Honors North Haven’s Tessa Hallinan at 2026 Kid Governor Inauguration
Tessa Hallinan, a student at Green Acres Elementary School, was elected by fifth graders across Connecticut to serve as the state’s 2026 Kid Governor.
From left to right: Superintendent Patrick Stirk; State Rep. Dave Yaccarino; Green Acres Principal Tracey Considine; State Sen. Paul Cicarella; Board of Education Chief Operating Officer Christian Strickland; Assistant Superintendent Melinda McKenna; and Director of Student Services Anthony Mastriano during a Jan. 8 visit to Green Acres Elementary School, where Sen. Cicarella and Rep. Yaccarino presented a legislative citation recognizing the school’s designation as a National Blue Ribbon School.
North Haven Lawmakers Recognize Blue Ribbon Achievement at Green Acres Elementary School
The school has earned School of Distinction status for three consecutive years.
Rep. Yaccarino Joins North Haven Students for Citizenship Food Drive Pick-Up
The class organized the drive to highlight civic responsibility and the importance of community service.
North Haven Leaders Applaud $784K State Grant to Boost Town Safety, Walkability
Connectivity project to link Town Center with school campuses.
Bridging the Divide in Politics
The event drew a diverse audience and featured practical strategies for navigating political disagreement in both public policy and personal life.
Sen. Cicarella Applauds State Investment in North Haven-Based Goodwill of Southern New England
Bond Commission approves $400,000 to Goodwill of Southern New England in North Haven for the purchase of a multi-use vehicle; will assist organization to provide access to workforce opportunities.