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Today's local headlines for West Haven, CT, primarily involve recent legal and police activity, and upcoming community events.

West Haven & Surrounding Area Headlines

Crime and Public Safety Updates

• Sentencing for Drug and Tax Crimes: A West Haven man was sentenced for his role in a New Haven drug trafficking ring. Additionally, a local business owner was sentenced for filing false tax returns, with an order to pay nearly $300,000 in restitution.
• Dog Cruelty Case: Authorities have identified two suspects, and arrest warrants are being prepared, in connection with the gruesome death of a dog in West Haven.
• Stolen Vehicles and Arrests: West Haven police arrested individuals involved in the operation of stolen vehicles in separate incidents. In one case, two people were arrested after the driver of a stolen vehicle turned onto a dead-end street while trying to elude police. In another, a West Haven man and three juveniles were arrested, and a "ghost gun" was seized, in Westport.
• DUI and Crash: A West Haven man was charged with DUI after crashing into a New Haven Police K9 cruiser and was taken into custody after a brief struggle.
• Former Sergeant's Forgery Case: A former West Haven sergeant, David Tammaro, was arrested on 87 counts of forgery related to allegations of signing off on his own overtime sheets and abusing overtime. 

Community and Government News

• Special Olympics Event: The Special Olympics Connecticut Fall Festival bocce competition returned to West Haven in September, with over 270 athletes competing at Old Grove Park.
• Veterans Day Observance: West Haven recently observed Veterans Day with a ceremony and the dedication of new panels for the Vietnam Veterans Memorial at Bradley Point Park.
• Sustainability Certification: The city of West Haven has been awarded a Bronze-level certification from the statewide "Sustainable CT" initiative for its efforts to become more efficient, resilient, and inclusive.
• Motor Vehicle Tax Revenue: A new program initiated by Mayor Dorinda Borer has helped the city recoup approximately $140,000 in lost tax revenue from unregistered or improperly registered vehicles. 

Upcoming Local Events

• Adult Yoga: An adult yoga session is scheduled for today (Saturday, November 15) in West Haven.
• Youth Mental Health First Aid: A training session on Youth Mental Health First Aid is scheduled for Wednesday, November 19.
• United Way Informational Table: The United Way will have an informational table in West Haven on Wednesday, November 19.
• Crochet Club: A crochet club meeting is scheduled for Friday, November 21.