Archived News

The Town of West Hartford recognized 104 employees who reached milestone anniversaries in 2024. Employees were celebrated for their 5, 10, 15, 20, 25, 30, and 45 years of service. Congratulations to all!

The Department of Public Works reminds residents that the removal of snow and ice from premises with an established sidewalk is required by owners or occupants within 12 hours after a storm ends or within 12 hours after sunrise, whichever is later. 

Rockledge and Buena Vista golf courses open for recreational use during the winter months beginning December 5, 2025. The winter trails will be available for jogging, walking, hiking, cross-country skiing, and snowshoeing.

Winter storms can bring extreme cold, snow, ice, and high winds.  Here are some tips to help you prepare.

West Hartford’s Martin Luther King Celebration Committee seeks nominations for the Earl Exum Servant Leader Award.

The Connecticut Department of Energy & Environmental Protection (DEEP) will hold a community listening meeting on bear management on Tuesday, December 16, from 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Registration is required to save a seat.

The Town of West Hartford is launching a comprehensive multi-year modernization project to upgrade elevators and escalators throughout our public parking facilities and pedestrian areas. This work will begin in December 2025 and continue in phases through 2027. These improvements will enhance safety, accessibility, reliability, and energy efficiency across the system.

As winter begins, the Town of West Hartford wants to share important guidance about snow and ice removal on the new sidewalks in the Center. These sidewalks are a significant investment in our community, and their longevity depends on proper care during winter weather. 

Governor Ned Lamont and Connecticut Transportation Commissioner Garrett Eucalitto announced on November 17, 2025, that the State of Connecticut is awarding nearly $12 million in grants to 17 towns and cities for projects that will improve transportation safety and mobility.  West Hartford will receive a $384,552 grant to construct a bicycle connector from West Hartford Center to the Trout Brook Trail.

On Sunday, November 16, 2025, twenty-four residents graduated from the West Hartford Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) Basic Training program. Congratulations!