Aaron Rubin

DEEP RIVER The 23rd annual Deep River Day town-wide celebration will be held on Saturday, Sept. 16, offering many events and activities for all ages. The Parks and Recreation Commission (PRC) is taking the lead with this year’s celebration, which…

It seemed like any other hot summer day down at the East Haven Town Beach on Aug. 20 when one of its regulars spotted a six-month-old Beagle mix trapped inside a scorching hot car. Another individual at the beach posted a notice of needed assistance…

A proposal to amend regulations governing Essex’s largest residential district again drew strong criticism at a town Planning and Zoning Commission (PZC) hearing held on Sept. 5. This was the second public hearing focusing on a proposed text…

Martin Radeny began his senior year at Qunnipiac University this fall following a fellowship with the North Haven Engineering Department. Photo courtesy of Martin Radeny Quinnipiac University’s (QU) Presidential Public Service Fellowship placed…

A public hearing for further discussion on the proposed Artisan Village housing development will occur on Sept. 14, after developers Honeycomb Real Estate Partners and Vesta Corporation submitted their approved site plans to the Planning and Zoning…

Since 1942, farm, food, fun, family, and entertainment have guided the tradition of the annual North Haven Fair. The fair is set for Thursday, Sept. 7 through Sunday, Sept. 10, at the North Haven Fairgrounds, 290 Washington Avenue. “I’ve been here…

Madison Cinemas hosted one of its first live-streamed rock concerts at its right-hand theater recently. And what a way to begin with a group like Metallica! The undisputed kings of heavy metal music performed two concerts at AT&T Stadium in Dallas,…

Carson Laundry beaome familiar with North Haven as part of Quinnipiac University’s Presidential Public Service Fellowship this summer. Photo courtesy of Carson Laundry Those at Quinnipiac University who are interested in a career in municipal…

ESSEX A proposal to amend regulations governing Essex’s largest residential district drew strong criticism at a town Planning and Zoning Commission (PZC) meeting held on Aug 1. A text amendment with the purpose to “add a new Section 61A.2(G) to…

AJ Belbutsi sees that theater is inspiring for both himself and others who want to pursue their passions. Photo by Aaron Rubin/The Courier One of the most meaningful aspects of participating in the performing arts is allowing kids to exercise their…

Spotlight actress Kiana Stevens sees her fellow performers on a stage as her family Photo by Aaron Rubin/The Courier From Aug. 10 to 12, North Haven’s Spotlight Stage Company held its youth version of Rodgers & Hammerstein’s Cinderella, marking the…

The East Haven Arts Commission is calling local businesses and artists to beautify the town, encourage its development, and let everyone know what is on their creative minds this fall with new opportunities on the horizon. The commission is coming…

Two years of cross-municipality organization and higher support for greater bicycling and pedestrian infrastructure in Chester are set for work as outlined in the “Lower Connecticut River Valley Heritage Trail Action Plan 2023,” released by the…

Michael Zona is a 19-year public safety veteran for North Haven. Photo by Aaron Rubin/The Courier Michael Zona became a dispatcher with the North Haven Police Department 19 years ago, entering with a background in public safety as both a firefighter…

Owen Little reflects on a 30 year legacy at Animal Control. Photo courtesy of Owen Little Even after 31 years at East Haven Animal Control, it was not easy for former East Haven Animal Control Chief Owen Little to make a definitive departure. Despite…

Constituents of the 34th and 87th House of Representatives voting districts will have the chance to ask their elected state representatives questions on the issues at a virtual forum sponsored by the League of Women Voters (LWV) of Hamden-North Haven…

Seniors and their family members will soon benefit from six new physical and familiar education sessions thanks to a grant awarded to the East Haven Senior Center to expand its health and wellness program. The $3,000 was bestowed upon the Senior…

Mark DeFranco has found friendship and family at Lodge 2805. Photo courtesy of Mark DeFranco Joining the Sons and Daughters of Italy Lodge 2805 began as a family affair for Mark DeFranco. Mark, the group’s treasurer, who joined in 2004 to be with his…

Caitlin Mulhern enjoys doing what it takes to help the public. Photo by Aaron Rubin/The Courier Since childhood, people are taught to call 911 in the case of an emergency, whether someone has badly injured themselves or when there is serious and…

First Selectman Michael Freda is looking at the new year as an opportunity to usher more new businesses and developments into town. He expects several new projects to be completed or break ground this year. "I'm playing the economic development…