Town News

Fire Prevention Week™ is October 4–10, 2026, and this year’s theme is “Charge Into Fire Safety™. Safe Charging Is a Superpower.”

If you would like to purchase a new barrel or seek a replacement,  contact All American Waste by phone at 860-289-7850 or through their customer service portal. As of

Conard and Hall High Schools were once again among the Top 20 public high schools in Connecticut, according to Niche's 2027 rankings of Best High Schools in America, published on September 30, 2026.

We are excited to share that the Town of West Hartford was named one of 2026’s Top Workplaces in the large-employer category and scored exceptionally high for “Culture Excellence,” meaning the organization is viewed as a people-first workplace culture. West Hartford is the only municipality and the only government entity to receive the award in 2026. 

The West Hartford Dog Park will remain temporarily closed while crews demolish the former school at 100 Mayflower Street. The dog park and the walkway from Beachland Park will stay closed until October 20, 2026.

As of October 1, 2026, a new law takes effect requiring a minimum 48-hour waiting period between completing a marriage license application and receiving the marriage license, per Public Act 26-141. Couples should plan ahead.

West Hartford Social Services is offering a six-week support group to help seniors combat loneliness and build connections. The group will meet at Town Hall, 50 South Main Street, on Mondays, from 11 a.m. to 12:15 p.m., from October 5 through November 23.

Absentee Ballots are available from the Town Clerk's Office. To obtain a ballot, you must submit an application.

The Town of West Hartford is seeking residents to apply for current vacancies on its Boards and Commissions. Express your interest using our easy-to-use application form.

Effective October 1^st, 2026, residents who need to dispose of bulky or oversized waste items will arrange collection directly with All American Waste, the Town’s residential waste and recycling service provider, at 860-289-7850.