Newsroom

Thank you for your interest in the RWA. Here’s where you’ll discover the latest news from the RWA. Media inquiries are handled by our Public Affairs team. That includes interview requests with our President and CEO, questions about our high-quality water and innovative services, and requests for tours of our facilities.

 

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Feb 14, 2023

On Earth Day, The Regional Water Authority Is Helping Use Water Wisely By Harvesting The Rain

The RWA has kicked off its annual rain barrel sale to promote wise water use.

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Feb 01, 2023

Regional Water Authority Encourages Customers to Protect Their Pipes from Freezing as Temperatures Plummet

Simple steps can keep home plumbing safe in the cold weather.

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Jul 15, 2022

Regional Water Authority (RWA) Urges Reduction Of Water Usage In Recognition Of State Declaration

Persistent dry weather and the State of Connecticut’s Stage Two Drought Declaration have prompted the Regional Water Authority (RWA) to ask its customers to voluntarily reduce their water use by 10 percent.

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May 21, 2022

RWA Lifts Precautionary Boil Water Advisory For Several Streets In Hamden

The Regional Water Authority (RWA) has canceled the precautionary boil water advisory for the following streets in Hamden: High Rock Rd, Hill St, Laura Rd, W Shepard Ave, Paradise Ave, Heathridge Rd, Norman Rd, Sterling Pl, Laurel View Ter, Dunbar Hill Rd, and Chauncy Rd.

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May 19, 2022

RWA Issues Precautionary Boil Water Advisory For Several Streets In Hamden

The Regional Water Authority (RWA) is issuing a precautionary boil water advisory for customers in the following streets in Hamden: High Rock Rd, Hill St, Laura Rd, W Shepard Ave, Paradise Ave, Heathridge Rd, Norman Rd, Sterling Pl, Laurel View Ter, Dunbar Hill Rd, and Chauncy Rd.

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May 03, 2022

The RWA, New Haven Police, And Health Departments Warn Residents To Beware Of Potential Water Quality Scams

Reports of door-to-door activity offering free water tests accompanied by what is described as a high-pressure sales pitch.

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Apr 21, 2022

Regional Water Authority Invites The Public To Discuss The Whitney Dam Rehabilitation

RWA invites members of the public to participate in the first of several community outreach discussions as it begins to envision the rehabilitation of the historic Whitney Dam.

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Jan 26, 2022

Regional Water Authority Warns Connecticut Residents To Avoid The Ice On Frozen Reservoirs

Even with frigid temperatures, traffic of any kind over frozen reservoirs, is not safe or permissible.

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Dec 28, 2021

RWA To Improve Customer Experience and Aid In Conservation By Moving To A Monthly Billing Platform

Beginning January 2022 all metered water and PipeSafe bills will change from a quarterly to a monthly billing cycle.

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Dec 06, 2021

RWA Invited To Apply For EPA WIFIA Loan To Improve Water Infrastructure

The United States Environmental Protection Agency announced the 2021 projects eligible to apply for loans through the Water Infrastructure Finance and Innovation Act.

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