Haddam Town News

New Clothing Donation Shed Comes to Haddam

Submitted by Becky Rice, Haddam Social Services (August 28, 2026) --- Haddam Social Services is pleased to announce the arrival of a new Used Clothing...

Eversource Resumes Helicopter Inspections of Transmission Lines

Submitted by Jamie Ratliff, Eversource (August 26, 2026) --- With hurricane and summer storm season ongoing, Eversource will be using a helicopter to conduct routine...

Haddam Town Clerk’s Office Closed August 27th

Submitted by Town of Haddam   (August 20, 2026) --- The Haddam Town Clerk's Office will be closed on Thursday, August...

114th Haddam Neck Fair Opens September 4th

Submitted by Jackie MacKnight   (August 13, 2026) --- A Connecticut Labor Day Weekend tradition returns September 4 through September 7,...

Absentee Ballots Now Available at Haddam Town Clerk’s Office

Submitted by Town of Haddam (August 13, 2026) --- Absentee ballots for the RSD 17 Board of Education Budget Referendum...

RSD 17 School Budget Referendum August 25th

Submitted by Haddam Registrars of Voters   (August 12, 2026) --- A referendum for the Regional School District 17 Education Budget...

Unofficial Results (Haddam): Democratic Party Primary August 11, 2026

Submitted by Haddam Registrars of Voters (August 11, 2026) --- The following are unofficial results from Haddam for the Democratic...

Haddam Announces Tire Recycling Program

Submitted by Kristin Battistoni   (August 7, 2026) --- The Town of Haddam now participates in the "Roll, Recycle, Renew" program...

Decorate Your New Backpack, August 11th at HUMC in Higganum

Submitted by Susan R. Waide   (August 4, 2026) --- Get ready for a creative start to the new school year!...

Haddam Transfer Station Now Accepting Small Gas Cylinders for Recycling

Submitted by Town of Haddam   (August 4, 2026) --- Haddam residents are now able to recycle small gas cylinders such...

A Backyard Visitor in Higganum

Submitted by Phil Devlin (August 3, 2026) --- Frequent contributor Phil Devlin submitted this photo of a bear seen in...

Haddam 250 Committee Presents Donations to Three Town Agencies

Submitted by Stacey Kinney Arroyo, Haddam 250 Committee   (July 30, 2026) --- In a powerful demonstration of community unity, the...

State Senator Welcomes State Grant for Higganum Sidewalk Project

Submitted by State Sen. Norm Needleman   (July 23, 2026) --- State Senator Norm Needleman has welcomed the state’s announced investment...

Haddam Non-Profit Nominated for Red Sox Foundation Award

Submitted by Samantha Merwin (July 22, 2026) --- The Haddam-based non-profit Elbowbumpkid, Inc. has been nominated as a finalist for...

Notice to Haddam Voters: Democratic Party Primary August 11th

Submitted by Haddam Registrars of Voters (July 14, 2026) ---  A Democratic Party Primary will be held on Tuesday, August...

Haddam Veterans Read Declaration of Independence

Submitted by Stacey Kinney Arroyo, Haddam 250, Haddam EDC   (July 11, 2026) --- We are honored to celebrate the incredible...

Haddam Neck Fairgrounds Hosts Antique Motorcar Meet August 2nd

Submitted by Mark Aldieri   (July 9, 2026) --- The Belltown Antique Car Club announces its 59th annual vintage motorcar meet...

Important Meeting Ahead for Haddam Club 60

Submitted by Marge DeBold (September 29, 2023) — An important meeting is coming up for Haddam Club 60 members. Indeed, the program for the day will be of interest to most town seniors. Non-members will want to get the information and are invited to attend also. On Monday, October 16, 2023, the First Selectman will speak to HC60 members at their regular meeting, to be held at 1:00 p.m. at the Community Center (located near the beginning of Candlewood Hill Road in the center of Higganum).

September 30th Haddam Meadows Clean-up Cancelled

Submitted by Cheryl Czuba (September 30, 2023) — Regrettably, the Haddam Meadows State Park Invasive Plant Cleanup and Trash Pickup, scheduled for today, Saturday, September 30, 2023, has been cancelled because of inclement weather.

Swing Bridge Construction Update: Week of October 1, 2023

Submitted by Sara Mendillo (October 1, 2023) — The Connecticut Department of Transportation reports that there will be no 63-hour closure this week on the Swing Bridge between Haddam and East Haddam. However, there will be complete overnight bridge closures as follows:

HKYFS Presents Internet Safety Expert Scott Driscoll October 16th

(October 2, 2023) — In today’s digital world, where children are growing up as “digital natives,” ensuring their online safety has become a top priority for parents and educators. The internet, while a valuable resource for learning and connecting, presents a myriad of risks for children and teens.

Swing Bridge Construction Update: Week of November 19, 2023

Submitted by Sara Mendillo (November 19, 2023) — The Connecticut Department of Transportation advises the following construction activities will take...

Summary of Haddam Board of Selectmen Meeting on November 13th

By Gigi Simko (November 20, 2023) — The regular meeting of Haddam’s Board of Selectmen on November 13, 2023, was...

Eversource Files New Supply Prices with PURA

Submitted by Tricia Modifica (November 19, 2023) — As energy market volatility continues, Eversource customers can expect to pay less...

Sixth Annual Higganum Holiday Market Now Through December 17th

Submitted by Janet Verney (November 20, 2023) — The Sixth Annual Higganum Holiday Market is up and running inside the...

Swing Bridge Update: Week of January 1, 2024; 63 Hour Closure Resumes

Submitted by Sara Mendillo (January 1, 2024) --- The Connecticut Department of Transportation advises the following construction activities at the...

Rockfall Foundation Offers $1000 Scholarship

Submitted by Pete Weiss (January 4, 2024) --- The Virginia R. Rollefson Environmental Leadership Scholarship, administered by The Rockfall Foundation...

Valley Bible Church to Host Blood Drive January 16th

Submitted by Theresa Kegley (January 4, 2024) --- Start your new year off by making a positive difference.  Impact a...

Swing Bridge Update: Closures Cancelled

Submitted by Sara Mendillo (January 5, 2024) --- The Connecticut Department of Transportation has announced that the overnight closure of...

Voter Registration Summary, HADDAM – 12/31/23

Town of Haddam - Voter Registration Summary January 1, 2024 District Democratic Republican Unaffiliated Other  Total 001 Firehouse 874 852 1332 42 3100 002 Central Office 693 808 1204 43 2748 003 Haddam Neck 95 89 99 2 285 Totals: 1662 1749 2635 87 6133 27% 29% 43% 1.42%   Submitted by Haddam Registrars

Swing Bridge Update: 90 Day Outlook

Submitted by Sara Mendillo (January 6, 2024) --- American Bridge Company has scheduled the following work activities to occur through...

Swing Bridge Construction Update: Week of January 8, 2024

Submitted by Sara Mendillo (January 8, 2024) --- The Connecticut Department of Transportation advises the following construction activities at the...