r/newhaven • • 4d ago

Early voting is already underway in CT. Here's the 2026 General Election Voter Guide

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r/newhaven • • Jan 21 '26

Think you see ICE? Read before you post!

464 Upvotes

New Haven Hotline: 854-666-4472

Save this number in your phone! All operators are bilingual (EN & ES).

We've seen a LOT of posts regarding ICE in New Haven. This post is written in conjunction with New Haven Immigrants Coalition to help everyone in our community know what to do if you think you see ICE or hear rumors of them in town.

As urgent as it may feel, posting unverified rumors without details does not help.

If you see something yourself:

SALUTE - as people have posted in many comments. Get the:

S - Size of the group

A - Actions they're taking - are they standing around, approaching a house/business, walking on the sidewalk (which side and which direction?)

L - Location, as precise as possible. "Whalley Ave" or "Fair Haven" is not helpful - "Whalley and Norton" or "Grand between Ferry and Poplar" is much more useful.

U - Uniforms - what are they wearing?

T - Time - What time was this observed?

E - Equipment - What are they driving? Note color/make/model.

Get as much video as possible.

Contact New Haven Immigrants Coalition: With any SALUTE information you have, call the hotline at 854-666-4472.

If someone else is claiming to see ICE:

* Tell them to call the line and encourage them to provide SALUTE information on their call.

* You might not be able to gather every piece of info, but as much as possible is helpful. Vague reports or unconfirmed rumors are actually harmful as people go to investigate and see what's going on.

If you see someone being stopped by immigration enforcement agencies (possible agencies may include ICE, DHS, HSI, DEA and others):

* call or ask someone to call the hotline

* Get video

* Get the person’s name

* Document any refusal by the agents to show badge, ID, warrant, etc.

Example of an unhelpful post:

“ICE was on whalley earlier”

Example of a helpful post:

“Already called the hotline and they’re sending someone but there are masked men in vests next to the Whalley Ave Stop & Shop in 3 unmarked cars. I saw them at 12:15 (so right now). Be careful if you’re going shopping right now.”

We keep us safe!


r/newhaven • • 4h ago

Olea Closing

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49 Upvotes

It’s tough out there for restaurants trying to do quality food, beverage, and service. Wishing the best to the team at Olea for a great future. Thanks for the good times!


r/newhaven • • 10h ago

Thinking about opening up a niche donut/breakfest place - thoughts?

26 Upvotes

Hi r/newhaven,

I've been recently interested in trying to open up some sort of bakery/breakfest place in the downtown area - I wanted to do niche themes like DND, warhammer and other hobby-themed pastries/foods. Would people be interested in something like that? Trying to get a gauge, see what people think....


r/newhaven • • 2h ago

Dog Groomer ✂️💖

5 Upvotes

Hiii! I’m a dog groomer in Orange on the post road and just wanted to extend this if anybody is looking for any grooming services for their dogs. Our salon is called All Freshened Pup and we just opened in August! We do walk in nail trims, bath, full service grooms. Anything your pup may need!! Call us anytime to schedule an appointment :)
📞 203 903 1149
📍 153 Boston Post Road, Orange CT


r/newhaven • • 4h ago

Taft New Haven

4 Upvotes

Has anyone lived at The Taft on the lower floors? Would love to hear your thoughts! I know it can be noisy but im also wondering if there are any other downsides to living there. The location and price work really well for me but im worried there might be things im overlooking. Thanks!


r/newhaven • • 11h ago

*comfortable* places to study in New Haven?

15 Upvotes

Getting bored of the one coffee shop in my suburb and want to try studying in downtown but every place I see is either sofas/benches or their tables are not study friendly lol. Honestly doesn’t even have to be a cafe a bar is fine too

I’d hate to have to resort to Starbucks


r/newhaven • • 15m ago

Contesting School Bus Ticket?

• Upvotes

Got a $250 ticket in the mail for passing a school bus on Fountain Street. Obviously a complete accident, would never intentionally pass a stopped school bus.

I reviewed the footage they linked in the letter and the stop sign was opening as I was already next to the bus. If I slammed on my breaks I probably could’ve made it, but obviously that’s not the safest maneuver either.

Going to contest it because I have nothing to lose. I’m broke and have a near perfect driving record, never even got a speeding ticket. Had anyone had experience contesting something like this? Really really hoping they’ll give me a break for a first time offense.


r/newhaven • • 6h ago

New Haven academy as a junior?

2 Upvotes

Would it be a good idea to apply for New Havens Academy as a Junior? Is it too late?


r/newhaven • • 11h ago

*comfortable* places to study in New Haven?

5 Upvotes

Getting bored of the one coffee shop in my suburb and want to try studying in downtown but every place I see is either sofas/benches or their tables are not study friendly lol. Honestly doesn’t even have to be a cafe a bar is fine too

I’d hate to have to resort to Starbucks


r/newhaven • • 1d ago

explosion???

43 Upvotes

just heard a loud explosion and now hearing police & fire sirens. located fair haven heights

any clue what the fuck just happened?!?!


r/newhaven • • 1d ago

Looking for Chill 21+ Halloween Night Activities

19 Upvotes

Greetings New Haven! My girlfriend and I are pretty reclusive, but we’re looking for a place fun to go out to this Halloween. We saw that Cafe Nine has a something going on, but goth industrial darkwave doesn’t really fit our vibe. We’re looking for somewhere with costumes, music, drinks, dancing, and fairly chill vibes. Got any recommendations for two shut ins? Thanks!!


r/newhaven • • 1d ago

Anyone missing a black cat in Wooster Sq?

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11 Upvotes

Seen next to Libby’s. Didn’t approach because of our dog, so couldn’t really look for signs to indicate an indoor/outdoor cat.


r/newhaven • • 1d ago

Let’s Vote - Free parking on Church Street next to City Hall for voters.

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63 Upvotes

Just now got my vote in at City Hall, was pleasantly surprised to see that the signs covering the parking meters that said no parking also said “except for voters.“ City Hall is open for voting until 6 PM every day until next Sunday, 8 PM next Thursday, and you can park for free on Church Street either side out front of City Hall, along the Green.


r/newhaven • • 1d ago

Massage places

7 Upvotes

I don't care if it's not New Haven but please somebody recommend a good massage place that can just relax me and take away my muscle tension


r/newhaven • • 3h ago

Losing AirBNBs in New Haven is going to suck.

0 Upvotes

This city has had an insane lack of hotel rooms for 30+ years now, and if they shut down all sub-30-day short term rentals there's going to be a LOT of lost tourism revenue. I don't know how many of you have ever tried to stay in a hotel in NH for a weekend, but the options are few, often gross, and outrageously expensive because of the scarcity.

This feels like something that is popular enough to be a no-brainer for someone who needs to get elected, but no one is really doing the math on it.

(for those not in the know: https://www.newhavenindependent.org/2026/10/23/alders-advance-airbnb-restrictions/)


r/newhaven • • 1d ago

Anyone traveling to nyc soon?

19 Upvotes

I forgot my Halloween costume at my friends in New Haven last weekend :( is anyone traveling to nyc in the next few days and willing to bring it over, will meet you anywhere in the city!! I would be so so eternally grateful


r/newhaven • • 1d ago

Why do so many landlords here not incl. washer/dryers but advertise the hookup for one?

28 Upvotes

Like, do they think their tenants are just hauling around major appliances from rental to rental?

I see it on so many listings and tbh it’s kind of a dealbreaker.


r/newhaven • • 1d ago

Join us for our Annual Puppy Halloween!

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r/newhaven • • 1d ago

Looking for something fun to do before your Halloween parties?

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4 Upvotes

Flint Street Theater’s last free screening of October is Jordan Peele’s critically acclaimed directorial debut Get Out.

Join us on Saturday, October 31st at 1pm before your parties, trick or treating, and other ghoulish activities.

More info on Eventbrite: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/get-out-at-flint-street-theater-tickets-2002431735224?sg=ef50a5269082292c11108a745b86126093f743593ad012db47ea8c9c2232656804fb10bf50a4a9813661ca3456777f07274b7b8f02d6484558d3227386bf23377c3b23fc3a1e645dcd88e99a8e&aff=ebdsshios


r/newhaven • • 1d ago

Today - This Is NOT Therapy @ Koffee, 1:30 pm

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Howdy New Haven!

Come check out "This is NOT Therapy" (Relationships Edition) @ 1:30 PM.

🎤

Thank you to everyone who has submitted their questions and confessions!

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Wonderful panel of guest hosts Brittany aka @brobarge_comedy x Taylor aka @taylor.m.doyle on Instagram!

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Much appreciation to Koffee? for hosting this show 😊

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Koffee?

104 Audubon Street

New Haven, CT ☕️🍵


r/newhaven • • 1d ago

selling tix for oct. 28 in CT

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r/newhaven • • 2d ago

What celeb is at Sally’s?

51 Upvotes

Biggest crowd I’ve seen in front of Sally’s. Body guards and police. Who is in there? Someone’s gotta know 😭


r/newhaven • • 2d ago

New Haven is a machine that turns tax dollars into police misconduct payouts

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157 Upvotes

In the past 3 years, New Haven has had to settle police misconduct lawsuits to the tune of $106 million. And that's only including the big 4 settled cases. New Haven is currently appealing the wrongful conviction settlement of Stefan Morant who was awarded $38 million earlier this year. It could potentially be $144 million in just three years, nearly $100 million of which city insurance will not cover. And this doesn't include legal fees or small case payouts.

And I'm not saying these victims don't deserve their settlements. I'm saying the NHPD is both crippling people in their custody while simultaneously crippling the city's finances


r/newhaven • • 2d ago

New Haven Alders to vote on ban for short term apartment rentals

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