Category: Politics

Senate Redistricting Redraws 34th
[box]by Ben Lasman and Jenn McCulloch / North Haven Patch[/box] The 2011 State Senate Redistricting Plan will see Len Fasano’s 34th District, typically encompassing East Haven, North Haven, and Wallingford, redrawn to encompass the western third of Durham, …
By Chris on December 2, 2011

North Haven’s Inaugural Ceremony
On Wednesday, November 30, 2011, North Haven’s Inaugural Ceremony for all newly elected members of the Town’s boards and commissions will take place. These elected officials will hold office as representatives of both the majority …
By Chris on November 21, 2011

Op-Ed: Important Post-Storm Insurance Info
[box]By State Representative David Yaccarino (R-North Haven)[/box] In light of the severe property damage associated with Tropical Storm Irene and Winter Storm Alfred I wanted to pass along important information regarding insurance and other recovery …
By Chris on November 16, 2011

North Haven Legislators Environmentally Friendly, Report Shows
[box]by Ben Lasman / North Haven Patch[/box] Both State Senator Len Fasano and State Representative David Yaccarino scored well on this year’s Environmental Scorecard issued by the CT League of Conservation Voters (CTLCV). Designed to give …
By Chris on November 15, 2011

Freda Re-Elected
Vote totals show Michael Freda easily re-elected as 1st Selectman with 85% of the vote. Tim Doheny re-elected as 2nd Selectman, and Alan Sturtz garners more votes than running mate Walt Spader to win as …
By Chris on November 8, 2011

Problems at the Polls? Report Them Here!
Are you having a problem at your polling place? You can keep your neighbors and key public officials informed about voting irregularities by publicly documenting them in real time here with SeeClickFix and North Haven …
By Chris on November 8, 2011

Vote 2011 Ballot
If you want to see who you’ll be voting for today, here’s a link to the two-sided ballot you’ll be receiving at your polling place. Remember, polls are open from 6am to 8pm today. Get …
By Chris on November 8, 2011

Economic Development and Leadership the Top Issues in North Haven Election
[box]by Ann DeMatteo / Special to the Post-Chronicle[/box] NORTH HAVEN — Economic development and which candidate can best take North Haven into the future have emerged as main issues in the race for first selectman. …
By Chris on November 7, 2011

Outgoing Selectman Reflects on 18 Years of Public Service
[box]by Fred Mustane / North Haven Patch[/box] When he steps down from the North Haven Board of Selectmen after this week’s election, Steve Fontana will not hold any appointed or elected government office for the …
By Chris on November 7, 2011

Op-Ed: Yaccarino Applauds Jobs Bill
State Representative Dave Yaccarino (R-87) hailed passage of a bipartisan jobs bill that supports Connecticut employers and will encourage job growth across the state. During a special session on jobs, legislative Republicans and Democrats came …
By Chris on October 27, 2011

Quinnipiac Chamber of Commerce Debate
[box]Video Courtesy: NHTV[/box] The Quinnipiac Chamber of Commerce hosted a North Haven Candidate’s Forum on October 21, 8-10am at the North Haven Holiday Inn. Participating in the event were First Selectman Michael Freda, Democratic Party Candidate Walter Spader, …
By Chris on October 26, 2011

Town Hall Gets Go-Ahead on ADA Renovations
[box]By Ben Lasman | North Haven Patch[/box] After months of waiting, North Haven was awarded a $750,000 Small Cities grant to make Memorial Town Hall compliant with the Americans with Disabilities Act. Continue reading…
By Chris on October 21, 2011