Year: 2023
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Sen. Cicarella Honored by CT Police Chiefs’ Association
The CPCA Carroll J. Hughes Legislator of the Year award is named in honor of longtime lobbyist Carroll J. Hughes and is presented annually to lawmakers who have worked to support initiatives and legislation important to law enforcement.
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Quinnipiac nursing students and sorority members join hands to make blankets for Ronald McDonald House
The two-hour blitz of blanket-building drew over 100 student volunteers to the piazza on the Mount Carmel Campus.
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Rep. Yaccarino Hosts Successful Winter Clothing Drive with Columbus House
The effort focused on providing homeless and insecure veterans in the North Haven area with new winter essentials, like hats, gloves, and warm underwear.
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Rep. Yaccarino to Host Veterans Winter Clothing Drive with Columbus House
This annual drive is aiming to collect NEW men’s & women’s coats, sweatpants, underwear, hats, and gloves.
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Quinnipiac University division of Student Affairs receives several awards; program, staff members, student honored
Stoeffler, a senior English and theater major from North Haven, was the state of Connecticut winner of NASPA’s Catch a Rising Star award, which recognizes an undergraduate student interested in a student affairs career.
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United Illuminating and Southern Connecticut Gas present Quinnipiac University with Sustainability Achievement Award for energy efficiency upgrades on North Haven Campus
As a result, Quinnipiac saved enough energy to power 120 homes each year or remove the equivalent of nearly 300 cars from the road annually.
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North Haven Soccer Club Celebrates Local Referees
The event included supportive and motivational speeches for referees, information about the opportunities that becoming a certified referee can offer, and a raffle for all of the local referees.
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Sen. Cicarella Receives Perfect Score for Voting Record on Jobs & Economic Growth
Recognized for 100 percent pro-business voting record by CBIA in 2023 Legislative Voting Records Report
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School of Rock North Haven Is Ready to Rock N’ Roll
North Haven’s grand opening event includes live performances, a raffle and more.
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Rep. Yaccarino Meets with North Haven High School Classes to Discuss Current Affairs
Rep. Yaccarino offered the students insight on the daily life of a state representative, his history serving the people of North Haven, and how his role fits into the complicated landscape of local, state, and federal government issues – and even sometimes global.
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Quinnipiac University and Stony Creek Brewery partner to launch new Bobcat Golden Lager
A portion of every sale will fuel student entrepreneurship grants designed to help Bobcats succeed in launching new business ventures.
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North Haven Lawmakers, Local Leaders Applaud Grant Award for North Haven
Governor Lamont approves STEAP funding to benefit North Haven Fire Department