Wallingford Animal Control Officer Pleaded For AC In Kennel: Memo

A Democratic mayoral hopeful is criticizing Mayor William Dickinson after a 2018 memo showed air conditioning was requested for the kennel.

Unemployment Rate Improves In Wallingford Area: Feds

The unemployment rate in New Haven County decreased recently.

Lawmakers To Host Coffee Hour In Wallingford July 9

Residents are invited to discuss the 2021 legislative session with Sen. Cicarella, House Republican Leader Candelora and Rep. Fishbein.

Advocates Want Air Conditioning At Wallingford Animal Shelter

Amid soaring temperatures, animal advocates are pleading with Mayor William Dickinson Jr. to install air conditioning at the animal shelter.

New Haven County Ahead Of Biden's Coronavirus Vaccine Goal

This is how the Wallingford area compares to Connecticut and the nation for coronavirus vaccinations.

New Police Chief Named In Wallingford

Police Chief William Wright is retiring after 25 years with the department.

Wallingford Mayor Seeking 20th Consecutive Term

Republican William Dickinson Jr., who has been mayor since 1984, continued his tradition of dressing in costume when making the announcement

Wallingford Area Unemployment Improves: Feds

New Haven County's unemployment rate is higher than the Connecticut average.

Rep. Kennedy Supports Shellfish Industry, Devastated By COVID-19

The legislation would add underwater shellfishing beds and certain waterfront shellfish shipping sites.

Rep. Mushinsky Commends Passage Of "The Bottle Bill"

The bill now heads to Governor Lamont’s desk to be signed into law.

Wallingford Council Overrides Mayor's Veto, Restores Budget

The Town Council overturned a veto by Mayor William Dickinson Jr., resulting in a lower tax rate in Wallingford for 2021-22.

Broadband Speed In Wallingford Area: See How It Compares To Rest Of U.S.

More than 150 million Americans don’t use the internet at broadband speeds. See how the Wallingford area compares.

Mayor Vetoes Budget Approved By Wallingford Town Council

Mayor William Dickinson Jr. vetoed the council's budget that used additional funds from the town’s financial reserves to cut the mill rate.

Rep. Mushinsky Commends Emergency Call Response Center Plans

A new bill will create a group to study the consolidation of public safety answering points into regionalized emergency call centers.

Councilor Suggests Big Raise For Wallingford Mayor: Report

The Town Council might propose a salary increase of around 50 percent for the Wallingford mayor position during budget deliberations.

Sen. Cicarella Applauds Senate Passage Of Child Safety Bill

The unanimous vote will increase safety measures on ice cream trucks in response to a fatal incident involving a Wallingford child.

Ice Cream Truck Safety Bill Passes Connecticut Senate

The bill was motivated by the death of 10-year-old Tristan Bahorst, of Wallingford, who was killed by a passing car after buying ice cream.

2 Police Officers Fired In Wallingford: Report

Two police officers were fired from the Wallingford Police Department last month, the Meriden Record-Journal reported.

Fishbein Seeks To Remove Race Designations From Land Records

A bill would also abolish the requirement that one declare their race in order to obtain a marriage license.

Site Identified For New Police Department In Wallingford

The town is looking to buy a building and property for a potential new police headquarters in Wallingford.

Federal Taxes: How Do Your Payments And Refunds Compare?

You can use IRS data to compare your tax payments and refunds to others in New Haven County.

Wallingford Settles Workplace Retaliation Lawsuit: Report

A Town Hall employee accused Mayor William W. Dickinson Jr. of retaliation after she filed a complaint over COVID-19 work requirements.

Rep. Fishbein’s Proposal To End Robocalls Clears Committee Hurdle

Committee Bill No. 5303 will be heading to the full legislature for consideration.

Rep. Fishbein Assigned To Public Safety And Security Committee

Fishbein also currently serves as Vice-Chair to the legislature’s Conservative Caucus.

Sen. Cicarella, Rep. Fishbein Work To Expedite Child Safety Bill

The lawmakers worked to increase safety measures on ice cream trucks in response to fatal incident involving Wallingford child last summer.

Wallingford Man Receives $450K In Wrongful Arrest Claim: Report

The man filed a lawsuit against police in North Haven and East Haven, claiming he was identified as a suspect due to a personal vendetta.

Wallingford Public Library Closes To Public

Officials said the library is temporarily closing due to rising coronavirus cases along with “serious concerns” about mask compliance.

Christmas Tree Collection Schedule Announced In Wallingford

Read details of the town's one-time pickup here.

Tax, Utility Payment Deferment Guidelines Issued In Wallingford

Mayor William W. Dickinson Jr. released guidelines on the town’s implementation of the state’s tax and utility deferment program.

Wallingford Man Pleads Guilty To Federal Gun Charge: Officials

Authorities executed a search warrant at the man’s home earlier this year, according to officials.

Rep. Fishbein Named Ranking Member Of Judiciary Committee

He will also serve on Government Administration and Elections (GAE) and Environment Committees.

Wallingford’s Mushinsky Named Deputy Speaker Of The House

Mary Mushinsky was recently re-elected to represent Wallingford in the state House of Representatives 85th District.

State Awards STEAP Grants To Cheshire, Wallingford

Each town will receive $128,205 in state funding.

Fishbein Holds Slim Lead After Recount In 90th District: UPDATE

Incumbent Republican Craig Fishbein held a slim margin over Democratic challenger Jim Jinks following a recount in the 90th District race.

Recount Set For 90th State House District Race, Could Flip Result

An error was discovered in the vote totals for the 90th District in Wallingford and Cheshire that could flip the results of the race.

Wallingford Presidential Election Results: Trump Vote Increases

President Donald Trump was unlikely to win Connecticut. See how he fared in Wallingford in 2020 compared to 2016.

Wallingford Election Results 2020: Vote Totals For Every Race

Here is how Wallingford residents voted for every person on the ballot including president, Congress and their local state races.

CT 90th House District Election Results: Jinks Beats Fishbein

The race for the state House 90th District race featured Democratic challenger Jim Jinks and incumbent Republican Craig Fishbein.

Wallingford Election: How Did Voting Go For You?

Election Day is finally here and Patch wants to know if you experienced any issues voting in Wallingford.

Voting In Wallingford: Everything You Need To Know

The polls are now open in Wallingford. Here’s everything you need to know about the candidates and where to vote.