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Haddam-Killingworth Now Haddam Killingworth Now - a source of news for Haddam and Killingworth and the surrounding areas. An online news source would remedy that problem.

The Haddam Civic League is an organization in town whose conceptual roots go back several generations into the 1960’s to the original Haddam Civic Association. Haddam citizens from differing political backgrounds began meeting in January 2014 to explore the idea of creating a group whose goal would be to present a balanced source of information to the citizens of Haddam. One way to achieve this go

al would be to publish an online newspaper with up-to-date information on items of interest as information becomes available. A second activity would be to conduct public meetings on topics of current interest to the town. These ideas are nothing new for Haddam as the original Haddam Civic Association stated in the Preamble to its by-laws that their “object is to foster, encourage and promote a non-partisan interest in and study of the business and fiscal activities of local government”. It further states that “no member holding an elective salaried office in the Town of Haddam shall be an officer of the association” or “be on the Board of Directors.”

The reasons for forming a new civic group are several and quite compelling. First, the Haddam Bulletin was originally published by the Haddam Civic Association as a source of non-partisan information for Haddam citizens but over the past several years it has veered sharply from that goal. A new publication which presents multiple points of view on issues is clearly needed. Second, the Haddam Bulletin is a monthly publication and as such its information is frequently out of date by the time it reaches our mailboxes. In addition, many residents do not choose to receive daily newspapers anymore. In order to remedy the situation above, twenty five citizens (Democrats, Republicans and unaffiliated voters) over a period of four months came together to form the Haddam Civic League. While specifics of our publication policies are subject to change as experience in publishing our online publication [HaddamNow.com] grows, the general approach is described below.

- In order to achieve fairness and balance, at least two of the editorial board (of different political parties when appropriate) will review and approve each article with any potentially controversial content before it is published.
- News updates will be published as often as information is available (daily, if necessary)
- H-KNow.com will not allow anonymous postings. All letters must be submitted to the editors for approval and names of writers will be required. Advertising revenue will be sought because insurance, firewall protection, hosting, etc. represent on-going expenses.
- All civic groups in Haddam and Killingworth are encouraged to submit information about their activities and we will provide hot links to their webpages for additional information.
- School programs, sports, plays, concerts, etc. will be promoted for Elementary, Middle and High School events.
- Birth, death and marriage announcements will be accepted.
- Generally, H-KNow.com aims to be a complete source of balanced non-partisan information for our towns. In addition, the Haddam Civic League will conduct informal public meetings to discuss issues of interest to the town from time to time. The purpose is to help townspeople understand the issues facing Haddam and Killingworth and to ask their questions of town officials who may be willing to participate. Members of our town are encouraged to suggest ideas for such meetings. The editors, Board of Managers and members of the Haddam Civic League encourage our readers to visit this site daily to learn what’s happening in Haddam and Killingworth, submit articles and information about local groups, volunteer as a writer, support our advertisers and tell us what you think.

HKMS Announces Term One Honor Roll and High Honor RollSubmitted by Debra Cumpstone (December 17, 2025) --- Haddam-Killin...
17/12/2025

HKMS Announces Term One Honor Roll and High Honor Roll

Submitted by Debra Cumpstone (December 17, 2025) --- Haddam-Killingworth Middle School has announced its Honor Roll and High Honor Roll for Term 1 of the 2025-2026 academic year. Click on the links below for details. (This item has been updated from an earlier post). Term 1 Honor Roll Term 1 HIgh Honor Roll

Submitted by Debra Cumpstone (December 17, 2025) — Haddam-Killingworth Middle School has announced its Honor Roll and High Honor Roll for Term 1 of the 2025-2026 academic year. Click on the …

This Week on VSCTV, December 18 – 25, 2025Submitted by Emily Miner, VSCTV Public Access Coordinator Comcast Channel 18 -...
17/12/2025

This Week on VSCTV, December 18 – 25, 2025

Submitted by Emily Miner, VSCTV Public Access Coordinator Comcast Channel 18 - Valley Shore Educational Network 12/23 - 8:00 a.m. HKTV Holiday Show "Love from Lincoln" Comcast Channel 19 Valley Shore Community Television 12/18 - 1:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m. UMC of Clinton Sunday Service 12/14/25 12/18 - 5:00 p.m. Old Saybrook Meetings 12/19 - 10:00 a.m. Vista Voices Jane Mandes…...

Submitted by Emily Miner, VSCTV Public Access Coordinator Comcast Channel 18 – Valley Shore Educational Network 12/23 – 8:00 a.m. HKTV Holiday Show “Love from Lincoln” Comc…

State Troopers to Provide Additional Security at Hanukkah CelebrationsSubmitted by Connecticut Department of Emergency S...
16/12/2025

State Troopers to Provide Additional Security at Hanukkah Celebrations

Submitted by Connecticut Department of Emergency Services and Public Protection (December 16, 2025) --- In response to the recent mass shootings in Rhode Island and Australia, the Department of Emergency Services and Public Protection, along with law enforcement across Connecticut, has taken immediate steps to support affected communities and enhance public safety. “Both the Connecticut State Police Intelligence Operations Unit and the agency’s Connecticut Intelligence Center have been closely monitoring the situation since the weekend....

Submitted by Connecticut Department of Emergency Services and Public Protection (December 16, 2025) — In response to the recent mass shootings in Rhode Island and Australia, the Department o…

Town Office PJ Day Raises Funds for Food and Fuel BanksSubmitted by Kristin Battistoni, Haddam Tax Clerk (December 16, 2...
16/12/2025

Town Office PJ Day Raises Funds for Food and Fuel Banks

Submitted by Kristin Battistoni, Haddam Tax Clerk (December 16, 2025) --- You might have noticed a different dress code at the Haddam Town Office Building on December 11, 2025. Employees were given the opportunity to wear their pajamas to work if they donated to the Haddam Food and Fuel Banks. It's the second year of this tradition for Haddam Town Office Building staff....

Submitted by Kristin Battistoni, Haddam Tax Clerk (December 16, 2025) — You might have noticed a different dress code at the Haddam Town Office Building on December 11, 2025. Employees were …

HKMS Announces Term One Honor Roll and High Honor RollSubmitted by Debra Cumpstone (December 16, 2025) --- Haddam-Killin...
16/12/2025

HKMS Announces Term One Honor Roll and High Honor Roll

Submitted by Debra Cumpstone (December 16, 2025) --- Haddam-Killingworth Middle School has announced its Honor Roll and High Honor Roll for Term 1 of the 2025-2026 academic year. Click on the links below for details. Term 1 HIgh Honor Roll Term 1 Honor Roll

Submitted by Debra Cumpstone (December 16, 2025) — Haddam-Killingworth Middle School has announced its Honor Roll and High Honor Roll for Term 1 of the 2025-2026 academic year. Click on the …

Young Actors Wanted: Oddfellows Playhouse Offers Winter ClassesSubmitted by Oddfellows Playhouse (December 16, 2025) ---...
16/12/2025

Young Actors Wanted: Oddfellows Playhouse Offers Winter Classes

Submitted by Oddfellows Playhouse (December 16, 2025) --- Registration is now open for Winter Programs at Oddfellows Playhouse Youth Theater, located at 128 Washington Street in Middletown. Beginning January 5, 2026, weekly classes in theatre, circus and other performing arts will be offered for toddlers to twenty-year-olds. Young actors ages 12 - 14 are invited to join the Junior Repertory Company December 15, 2025 or December 18, 2025 for auditions for…...

Submitted by Oddfellows Playhouse (December 16, 2025) — Registration is now open for Winter Programs at Oddfellows Playhouse Youth Theater, located at 128 Washington Street in Middletown. Be…

Obituary: Cecile Marie(Breton) HasseCecile Marie (Breton) Haase, 55, of Killingworth, Connecticut, passed away peacefull...
13/12/2025

Obituary: Cecile Marie(Breton) Hasse

Cecile Marie (Breton) Haase, 55, of Killingworth, Connecticut, passed away peacefully at her home, on December 10, 2025, surrounded by her loved ones, after a courageous ten-year battle with cancer. Raised in Durham, Cecile laid her roots in Killingworth, where she dedicated her life to her family and community. She was the beloved wife of Joseph Haase and devoted mother of Jessica, Megan, and Luke Haase....

Cecile Marie (Breton) Haase, 55, of Killingworth, Connecticut, passed away peacefully at her home, on December 10, 2025, surrounded by her loved ones, after a courageous ten-year battle with cance…

RSD 17 Invites Community Input on High School RenovationSubmitted by Regional School District 17 (December 13, 2025) ---...
13/12/2025

RSD 17 Invites Community Input on High School Renovation

Submitted by Regional School District 17 (December 13, 2025) --- The Regional School District 17 Board of Education extends its sincere appreciation to the members of our school community, as well as to the residents of Haddam and Killingworth, for their continued support of the educational programs that serve our students. The Board has appointed a new Feasibility Study Team to explore an alternative plan centered on a comprehensive renovation (vs....

Submitted by Regional School District 17 (December 13, 2025) — The Regional School District 17 Board of Education extends its sincere appreciation to the members of our school community, as …

Weekend Overnight Closure of Route 9 in MiddletownSubmitted by Office of State Sen. Norm Needleman (December 13, 2025) -...
13/12/2025

Weekend Overnight Closure of Route 9 in Middletown

Submitted by Office of State Sen. Norm Needleman (December 13, 2025) --- Route 9 Southbound at Exit 23B in Middletown will be closed during overnight hours until Tuesday, December 16, 2025. Traffic will be detoured to local roadways through Middletown before merging back onto Route 9 via Route 17. For more information, visit www.route9middletown.com.

https://hk-now.com/2025/12/13/weekend-overnight-closure-of-route-9-in-middletown/

Submitted by Office of State Sen. Norm Needleman (December 13, 2025) — Route 9 Southbound at Exit 23B in Middletown will be closed during overnight hours until Tuesday, December 16, 2025. Tr…

Connecticut Fire Academy Receives Federal Grant for TrainingSubmitted by Connecticut Department of Emergency Services an...
13/12/2025

Connecticut Fire Academy Receives Federal Grant for Training

Submitted by Connecticut Department of Emergency Services and Public Protection (December 13, 2025) --- With support from the Federal Emergency Management Agency, the Connecticut Fire Academy is modernizing and expanding equipment essential for training firefighters who serve in every community in the state. FEMA's Assistance to Firefighters Grants Program, which pays for new air packs and Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) equipment, will support training for fire academy recruits and other specialized programs....

Submitted by Connecticut Department of Emergency Services and Public Protection (December 13, 2025) — With support from the Federal Emergency Management Agency, the Connecticut Fire Academy …

Find a Fur Baby: Hello, Blue Eyes!Submitted by Judith Levin (December 12, 2025) --- Hubba Hubba! This gorgeous girl is A...
12/12/2025

Find a Fur Baby: Hello, Blue Eyes!

Submitted by Judith Levin (December 12, 2025) --- Hubba Hubba! This gorgeous girl is Aggie. Looking at that face just says it all. Her sweet, gentle soul will take your heart away. She is an eleven-month-old Catahoula Leopard Mix looking for her forever home, praying by Christmas. Did you hear that, Santa? I hope you’re listening! Aggie is just one of many dogs who need a home, unfortunately....

Submitted by Judith Levin (December 12, 2025) — Hubba Hubba! This gorgeous girl is Aggie. Looking at that face just says it all. Her sweet, gentle soul will take your heart away. She is an e…

Haddam Business Spotlight: Izzy Rose DesignSubmitted by Haddam Economic Development Commission (December 12, 2025) --- N...
12/12/2025

Haddam Business Spotlight: Izzy Rose Design

Submitted by Haddam Economic Development Commission (December 12, 2025) --- Nestled in Higganum Center on Saybrook Road, Izzy Rose Design is a hidden gem that you might just miss if you drive too quickly along Route 154. Shoppers are greeted by seasonal scents and a selection of Connecticut-made goods, including candles, ornaments, jewelry and cards. The store also features holiday knitwear, festive figurines, and seasonal items for spring and summer, all reflecting its creative and community-focused atmosphere in the Connecticut River Valley....

Submitted by Haddam Economic Development Commission (December 12, 2025) — Nestled in Higganum Center on Saybrook Road, Izzy Rose Design is a hidden gem that you might just miss if you drive …

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HaddamNow.com has served the community for four years. We have had several thousand stories and comments and well over a million page views. In the middle of the summer of 2018, the website became unstable. Frequent crashes were followed by calls to our hosting service and rebooting the site. We were told that we had too much content and photos. We purchased more space. Things returned to normal for a few weeks, and then the problem resurfaced. We removed “apps” one by one, trying to pin down the source of the problem. Every time we found a flaw and fixed it, another problem surfaced.

So, we decided to choose a new and fully supported template. The new template was very difficult to implement, so we built the new site, Haddam-KillingworthNow.com, from scratch. The addition of Killingworth was done since we already cover the combined school system, the combined Rec Dept, the combined Youth & Family Services, obituaries, as well as Killingworth Ambulance, and Killingworth Historical Society, so that the name change is more reflective of our actual scope.

When COVID-19 hit, and many of our advertisers had to temporarily close, we suspended our print edition, Haddam Killingworth News, and our website was where many people came to get their news of cancellations, then reopening of businesses. In May, 2020, we had more problems with our website, and eventually built a new one, HK-Now.com, which is even better than before. In June, we restarted our print edition on a bi-weekly basis. We thank you for your continued patience as we continue to evolve into the best and most current source of news in the Haddam Killingworth area.