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Major news headlines for West Haven and the surrounding area on January 29, 2026, focused on recovering from a severe winter storm and local infrastructure issues. 

Local Infrastructure & Weather

• Water Main Break Damages Homes: Emergency crews responded to a significant water main break on Honor Road that caused the roadway to heave and flooded several basements on Honor Road and Colonial Boulevard. Public Works used snow plows to build temporary barriers to protect properties from rising water.
• Post-Storm Benjamin Recovery: Following Winter Storm Benjamin, West Haven reported some of the highest snow totals in the region, reaching 12 inches. First responders issued warnings to residents about extreme cold, with wind chills expected to drop as low as 20 degrees below zero. 

Public Safety & Crime

• New Year's Eve Shooting Investigation: Local authorities continued their investigation into a New Year's Eve shootout. A 27-year-old and a 20-year-old were arrested in connection with the incident, which left a 35-year-old woman injured.
• Firefighter Health Awareness: City and state officials held a conference to educate the public on firefighter health, featuring personal stories from members of the West Haven Fire Department regarding occupational health challenges. City of West Haven (CT) +2

Community & Sports

• University Sports: The New Haven Chargers women's basketball team hosted the Mercyhurst Lakers.
• Traffic Improvement Funding: Mayor Dorinda Borer recently secured a $9 million grant from the DOT for the installation of new traffic signals at nine busy intersections across the city.