Calling All Guardians To Welcome Students Back To School
September 25, 2025We invite everyone to join us in welcoming our students back to school! Let's come together to show our support and celebrate the start of a new school year. Your presence makes a difference!
Wrong Way Detection Bi-Annual Inspections in the Greater Hartford Area
September 19, 2025The Connecticut Department of Transportation (CTDOT) will conduct a wrong way detection bi-annual inspection on Monday, September 29 through Thursday, October 2. This work will result in various ramp closures will take place on I-84, I-291 and I-91 in the Greater Hartford area, including West Hartford. The work schedule for this project is from 7:00 p.m. to 3:00 a.m.
New Raised Crosswalks in West Hartford
August 13, 2025Attention West Hartford residents - in preparation for the new school year, four raised crosswalks have been added to school zones. The project is part of Vision Zero, an initiative that is revamping the town's infrastructure to protect walkers and bikers. Click here to learn more.
DOT Update for Bloomfield
August 4, 2025CTDOT is developing plans for the 2026 Pavement Preservation project in several towns and cities throughout the state, including Bloomfield. Specifically, the project will be conducted on Route 187 in Bloomfield and Windsor, beginning at the intersection of W Dudley Town Road (Mile Point 4.92) in Bloomfield and ending approximately 0.17 miles north of Route 189 (Tunxis Avenue) (Mile Point 8.04) in Bloomfield.
State Invests in Protecting Open Space
July 28, 2025A recent allocation of state funding will go toward preserving open space and creating local community green areas throughout Connecticut.
This round of grants total $15 million and are designated to help with the purchase and preservation of over 2,270 acres in 22 municipalities. This includes $725,000 specifically for the creation of six new local green spaces.
Happy Independence Day!
July 4, 2025Two weeks ago, we celebrated the freeing of enslaved people who lived in
Galveston, Texas.
Staying Safe on the 4th of July
July 3, 2025Tomorrow is Independence Day. Fireworks play a significant role in many 4th of July celebrations. However, they can also be incredibly dangerous when handled irresponsibly.
Hot Weather Protocol Activated
June 24, 2025Due to an anticipated stretch of high temperatures, the state activated its Extreme Hot Weather Protocol through at least 8 p.m. on Wednesday, June 25.