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Major headlines for West Haven, Connecticut, on Monday, Jan. 5, 2026, include the following:
Public Safety & Accidents
- Pedestrian Seriously Injured: A 58-year-old woman was seriously injured Monday evening after being hit by a vehicle at the intersection of Allings Crossing Road and Railroad Avenue. She was alert at the scene and transported to Yale New Haven Hospital.
- Local Resident Fatality Identified: An obituary was released for 51-year-old Daniel Robert Ronan of West Haven, who was killed in a car crash in nearby Orange on Dec. 30. Ronan was a longtime member of the Local 424 union and a "proud iron worker".
Regional & Political News
- New Haven Police Chief Scandal: In a story impacting the greater West Haven area, New Haven’s police chief retired after admitting to the theft and misuse of city funds.
- GOP Gubernatorial Campaign: The Connecticut GOP released its first advertisement of 2026, targeting Governor Ned Lamont.
- Fatal Stolen Car Investigation: Officials abruptly canceled a news conference scheduled for Monday regarding a fatal weekend crash on Whalley Avenue involving a stolen car that fled from police.
Community & Infrastructure
- Trash Services: For residents seeking information on disposal, the city maintains updated schedules for Bulk Trash Pickup and other services via the City of West Haven's official website.
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