2025 at 11:02 am ET.css-79elbk{position:relative;}North Branford police logs (NBPD)North Branford police logs was charged with driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs was charged with first-degree reckless endangerment third-degree criminal trespass and interfering with an officer/resisting arrest was charged with violation of a protective order All are presumed innocent unless proven guilty Get more local news delivered straight to your inbox. Sign up for free Patch newsletters and alerts. 2025 at 9:24 am ET.css-79elbk{position:relative;}North Branford police logs (Ellyn Santiago/Patch)North Branford police logs was charged with second-degree criminal mischief Anthony N. Pagano, 34, of Wallingford, was charged with first-degree robbery, first-degree threatening and second-degree larceny. was charged with second-degree unlawful restraint and disorderly conduct was charged with driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol was charged with risk of injury to a child and third-degree assault 2025 at 2:25 pm ET.css-79elbk{position:relative;}North Branford police logs (NBPD)North Branford police logs was charged with disorderly conduct and interfering with an officer/resisting arrest was charged with second-degree criminal trespass 2025 at 9:37 am ET.css-79elbk{position:relative;}North Branford police logs (Town of North Branford)North Branford police logs was charged with second-degree threatening/physical threat was charged with second-degree violation of a conditional release was charged with second-degree harassment and second-degree threatening/physical threat 2025 at 10:04 am ET.css-79elbk{position:relative;}Nearly 140,000 nip bottles were sold in North Branford from Oct one hundred thirty-nine (1139,139) nips bottles were sold in North Branford from Oct That translates to $6,956.95 for the town; 5 cents for each nip sold within its borders The Nickel per Nip Environmental Fee program was designed to help cities and towns provide for the collection and proper disposal of nips to combat littering the Executive Director and General Counsel of the Wine and Spirit Wholesalers said the program has now disbursed nearly $16 million to Connecticut’s towns and cities since its inception Cafero also said that the revenue for the latest reporting period "The Nickel per Nip program has continued to be a tremendous success for Connecticut’s towns and cities and our state as a whole," Cafero said "By directly benefiting communities and significantly reducing litter and enhancing recycling efforts We are grateful to the legislature for protecting and supporting this initiative ensuring its continued positive impact across Connecticut." 2025 at 1:04 pm ET.css-79elbk{position:relative;}Bill Savastano of the Hazardous Waste and Recycling Committee was honored by the Town Council and Mayor Rose Angeloni with an Earth Day proclamation North Branford Mayor Rose Angeloni presented an Earth Day proclamation to Bill Savastano of the Hazardous Waste and Recycling Committee on behalf of the Council and the Town At opening day for North Branford Little League Saturday there will be an Earth Day Awareness Booth sponsored by SHWRC 2025 at 2:04 pm ET.css-79elbk{position:relative;}North Branford police logs (NBPD)North Branford police logs was charged with risk of injury to a child 2025 at 10:17 am ET.css-79elbk{position:relative;}North Branford police logs (NBPD)North Branford police logs Arnaldo Silva, 53, of Northford, was charged with second-degree filing a false incident report. was charged with third-degree assault and disorderly conduct 2025 at 12:27 pm ET.css-79elbk{position:relative;}Late Sunday night the North Branford Fire Department's Company 1 Units were called to a structure fire at 280 Branford Road the call originated as a commercial automatic fire alarm in an adjacent unit Smoke Spot Smoke Shop (North Branford Fire Department Co the North Branford Fire Department's Company 1 Units were called to a structure fire at 280 Branford Road According to the fire department The first arriving units saw "visible fire from the roof of Great Wall Chinese Restaurant," located in the plaza the North Branford Dispatch Center upgraded the assignment to a structure fire adding Companies 2 and 3 to the assignment Firefighters said that hen Engine 1 arrived, it went to the rear of the property, deployed a ground ladder and sent crew to the roof of Great Wall Chinese. Soon the "visible fire was knocked down" with a hand line stretched through the rear of the building The fire was contained to the ventilation and the ceilings of the fire unit and the unit directly adjacent to it and by 10:23 p.m. The cause is currently under investigation by the Fire Marshall's office Firefighters thanked the East Haven and Walligford fire departments for providing station coverage during the incident The North Branford Police Department notedthat firefighters "knocked the fire down swiftly "Great job by North Branford Fire Department," police said "Thankful for all the personnel responding to the scene tonight." 2025 at 11:00 am ET.css-79elbk{position:relative;}North Branford police logs (NBPD)North Branford police logs was charged with first-degree criminal trespass first-degree violation of a conditional release was charged with second-degree breach of peace third-degree assault and second-degree threatening According to a listing on Loopnet.com. it states that nearly 48,000-square-feet of land is available and there is a signalized intersection at Route 22 and Route 139 The listing states that 20,000 vehicles pass through the area each day Read more at Hearst CT. Read more at Loopnet.com. 2025 at 8:57 pm ET.css-79elbk{position:relative;}"We remain steadfast in our commitment to investigate all reports of animal abuse," police said noting the department "will pursue this case to the fullest extent of the law." (Shutterstock)NORTH BRANFORD CT — A 48-year-old New Haven man was charged by North Branford police with animal cruelty was taken into custody by the New Haven Police Department on an outstanding warrant issued by the North Branford police Cervantes was charged with Cruelty to Animals following a lengthy and thorough investigation "We remain steadfast in our commitment to investigate all reports of animal abuse," police wrote and we will pursue this case to the fullest extent of the law." They did not elaborate on the specific case Cervantes was held overnight on a $10,000 bond and was arraigned Tuesday in New Haven Superior Court "We extend our sincere thanks to the New Haven Police Department and the dedicated officers of the North Branford Police Department for their efforts in bringing this individual to justice," North Branford police posted to social media 2024 at 11:03 am ET.css-79elbk{position:relative;}North Branford police logs (NBPD)North Branford police logs was charged with evading responsibility with injury was charged with second-degree harassment and violation of a protective order 2025 at 11:31 am ET.css-79elbk{position:relative;}​North Branford police logs (NBPD)North Branford police logs was charged with failure to register /crime against minor or nonviolent sexual offense was charged with second-degree threatening/physical threat and disorderly conduct was charged with second-degree failure to appear and violation of probation 2025 at 12:41 pm ET.css-79elbk{position:relative;}The owners the LoRusso family and town officials cut the proverbial ribbon CT — The town is "thrilled" to welcome Poppop’s Coffee Shop to Northford Center Poppop’s celebrates its grand opening Saturday named in tribute to their late grandfather "Roy believed in the ability of a good cup of coffee to solve any problem and the LoRusso brothers hope to bring that philosophy to their new business." The new coffee shop serves premium espresso and drip coffee drinks "Their homemade syrups set them apart," Downes said "Their cozy space is the perfect place to meet friends and family For more information, visit its website or its Facebook page. a vehicle traveling at a high rate of speed crashed into North Branford Town Hall The North Branford Fire Department posted to Facebook that it was just after 1:45 a.m. when police notified the North Branford Communications Center that a vehicle was involved in a high-speed collision into the building at 909 Foxon Road According to Chief of Police James Lovelace within seconds of an emergency call reporting a motor vehicle accident at the intersection of Foxon Road (Route 80) and Forest Road (Route 22) a North Branford Police officer observed a vehicle that had collided with the North Branford Town Hall Lovelace said the sole occupant of the vehicle His identity will be released at a later time Due to the severity of the crash and extensive damage to the vehicle the North Branford Fire Department was immediately dispatched to the scene North Branford fire Rescue 1 and Engine 1 were on the scene in about six minutes It took firefighters around 10 minutes to extricate the victim "We extend our sincere gratitude to our dedicated volunteer firefighters whose extraordinary efforts facilitated the extrication of the operator the administration of advanced medical care and his prompt transport to Yale New Haven Hospital," Lovelace said The police chief said preliminary assessments indicate that the vehicle caused minor structural damage to the Town Hall and all town services are fully operational This incident remains under active investigation in collaboration with the South Central Regional Accident Reconstruction Team and loved ones during this difficult time," Lovelace said "We also commend the swift and decisive actions of our officers and 911 communication center personnel for their professionalism and dedication to public safety." 2025 at 3:00 pm ET.css-79elbk{position:relative;}John Chaski was charged with second-degree criminal trespass third-degree burglary and sixth-degree larceny in connection with the Dec 2024 burglary of the café in the Central Plaza the North Branford Police Department was called to a reported burglary at Central Café at 280 Branford Road police said that "after months of extensive investigative work (and) unwavering dedication," North Branford police detectives submitted and saw approved an arrest warrant in connection with the case John Chaski, 56, who was already in jail on an unrelated burglary charge was arrested and is now facing four charges in connection with the Central Café burglary He is charged with second-degree criminal trespass third-degree burglary and sixth-degree larceny police wrote: "We extend our gratitude to the investigating officer and the New Haven State’s Attorney’s Office for their partnership and commitment to this case." 2025 at 12:55 pm ET.css-79elbk{position:relative;}Witnesses and anyone with information concerning this accident is asked to contact investigating officer Pane at 203-484-2703 CT — An 82-year-old Branford woman has died from injuries she sustained in a serious crash on Foxon Road in North Branford Wednesday afternoon North Branford Chief of Police James Lovelace reported "with deep sympathy" that Diane Golia who was driving one of the involved vehicles involved in the 3 p.m succumbed to the injuries sustained in the collision "Our heartfelt condolences go out to the Golia family and loved ones during this difficult time." The driver operator of the second vehicle and a passenger remain listed in serious condition at Yale New Haven Hospital This accident remains under active investigation with the assistance of the New Haven State's Attorney’s Office "We encourage anyone with information related to this incident to contact Officer Pane at (203) 484-2703," Lovelace said "We are grateful to those who have already come forward with valuable information Motor vehicle accident investigations are complex and extensive and we ask for the community's patience and cooperation as we work diligently to gather all necessary details." the North Branford 911 center received multiple calls for a motor vehicle accident with injuries on Foxon Road near Doral Farms Road North Branford police and firefighters responded to the crash scene Three were transported from the scene with significant injuries One person had to be extricated from the vehicle Police said the accident is currently under investigation including the members of our volunteer fire department We are also thankful for AMR who provided mutual aid assistance," police wrote 2025 at 3:11 pm ET.css-79elbk{position:relative;}North Branford police logs (NBPD)North Branford police logs was charged with second-degree breach of peace and third-degree criminal mischief was charged with third-degree strangulation/suffocation third-degree assault and disorderly conduct 2025 at 6:31 pm ET.css-79elbk{position:relative;}North Branford Chief of Police James Lovelace reported "with deep sympathy" that Diane Golia and loved ones during this difficult time," Lovelace wrote The driver of the second vehicle and a passenger remain listed in serious condition at Yale New Haven Hospital Get more local news delivered straight to your inbox. Sign up for free Patch newsletters and alerts. 2025 at 7:30 pm ET.css-79elbk{position:relative;}Ricardo Rojas was charged with second-degree assault with a motor vehicle in connection with a crash that seriously hurt a 24-year-old woman on Friday night (North Branford Police Department)NORTH BRANFORD CT — A 24-year-old woman was seriously hurt in a crash on Friday night in North Branford with an impaired driver whose license was suspended The North Branford Police Department's 911 center received multiple calls reporting a motor vehicle accident with injuries at the intersection of Foxon Road and Totoket Road at around 8:41 p.m. life-threatening injuries and was taken to Yale New Haven Hospital for treatment the department's brass said they are "relieved" to report the woman is in serious and her loved ones as we hope for a speedy recovery," the statement said Department officials extended their gratitude to the North Branford Volunteer Fire Department for members' "professionalism and swift response in providing critical care and ensuring the victim received advanced medical attention." was arrested at the scene and charged with second-degree assault with a motor vehicle in connection with the crash He was additionally charged with operating a motor vehicle under the influence Rojas posted $100,000 bond and was released It is not clear if he has legal representation along with the South Central Accident Reconstruction Unit are continuing to investigate with the support of regional partners and the New Haven State’s Attorney’s office officials said that they are "committed to ensuring justice for the victim and her loved ones and will provide updates as they become available.” This is a breaking story and will be updated 2025 at 11:27 am ET.css-79elbk{position:relative;}North Branford police logs (NBPD)North Branford police logs was charged with evading responsibility with injury/property damage 2025 at 10:17 am ET.css-79elbk{position:relative;}Arnaldo Silva of North Branford is set to stand trial on April 9 for the November stabbing death of his daughter's dog in 2023 where he stands accused of the stabbing death of his daughter's dog in 2023 Arnaldo Silva was again arrested and charged by North Branford police this time for filing a false incident report was arrested March 31 based on an incident report he filed with police now determined as being a false incident report That false report is untrelated to his existing animal cruelty case was charged with first degree animal cruelty for maliciously killing his daughter's dog He was also charged with second-degree threatening at the time police said violated the terms of that conditional release and was rearrested Silva is due in a New Haven criminal courtroom for a jury trail that begins April 9 The North Branford Police Department posted to Facebook that it is "Thankful for all the officers who investigated this incident work ethic and pursuit of facts in the case."