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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.

News

Oct 29, 2024

On National First Responders Day, RWA Announces More Than $15,000 in Grants to Emergency Service Agencies

Recipients include fire departments and emergency service providers in Beacon Falls, Derby, East Haven, Hamden, Milford, New Haven, Prospect and West Haven

Sep 25, 2024

ClimateHaven and Regional Water Authority Partner to Build Water Innovation Hub in New Haven

ClimateHaven and the Regional Water Authority Partner to Create Water Innovation Hub in Connecticut, Advancing Water Solutions to Decarbonize the Planet and Combat the Climate Crisis

Sep 20, 2024

RWA Acquires Cheshire Property to Expand Watershed Buffer Zone

The RWA has acquired nearly 78 acres of open space in Cheshire, securing it against future development and expanding the land buffer protecting water sources.

Sep 04, 2024

RWA Announces Grants for Fire Departments and Emergency Service Organizations

Emergency Responder Grant Program provides up to $2,000 to local first-responders.

Jul 12, 2024

In the Headlines: Regional Water Authority celebrates 175 years

The Regional Water Authority is celebrating its 175th anniversary this year. To mark the major milestone, it is looking back at its history.

Jul 08, 2024

RWA Announces Acquisition of Homeowner Safety Valve Company Assets

HSV acquisition more than doubles the RWA’s existing service line and in-home protection business.

Jun 18, 2024

As Season’s First Heat Wave Arrives, the RWA Offers Tips To Use Water Wisely

Water supplies are robust, but conservation is encouraged year-round. Consumers are also reminded never to open fire hydrants.

May 01, 2024

RWA Issues Annual Water Quality Report

Ahead of Drinking Water Week (May 5-11), the RWA is distributing its Annual Water Quality Report, providing detailed test results and other health information for consumers

Dec 18, 2023

With Winter on Its Way, the RWA Urges Consumers To Protect Their Plumbing

With the arrival of winter on Thursday (Dec. 21, 2023) the Regional Water Authority (RWA) is advising customers to protect their home plumbing from freezing temperatures.

Oct 13, 2023

RWA Employees Have a 'Rid Litter' Day in Branford

Armed with garbage bags and trash-grabbing tools, about 30 employees of the Regional Water Authority (RWA) descended on Hosley Avenue in Branford Thursday (Oct. 12) to pick up roadside litter in the water company’s Lake Saltonstall watershed.