Olha Yarynich
Connecticut Legislative session kicks off with State of the State

Governor Ned Lamont discussed his budget proposals including for housing, education and making New Haven a biotech hub, while pro-Palestine protests interrupted Lamont’s speech.

Board of Alders holds hearing on supporting LGBTQ+ youth in NHPS

Administration and citizens discuss advances in supporting LGBTQ+ youth, focusing on Gender Student Alliances, all-gender bathrooms and staff education in schools.

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Ukrainian author speaks on life amid the war

Ukrainian author and advocate Olena Stiazhkina presented two of her newly translated books during an event on Friday.

Alders appoint 17 New Haveners to city boards and commissions

The Board of Alders approved 17 appointments to city commissions and boards in a meeting Monday night.

Kiana Flores ’25 kicks off campaign for Ward 1 alder

Flores discussed zoning reform to tackle affordable housing and Yale’s engagement in New Haven while sparing students with refreshing lemonade.

Two mayoral Democratic primary candidates face off in debate

The two candidates agreed on many issues, but differed on their proposed approaches to drug use and stopping the flow of illegal guns into the city.