A proposed city development near the Laramie Greenbelt has prompted questions about its impact on local outdoor spaces. At the same time, the Albany County Fair is underway, offering a unique contrast between civic growth and community tradition.

New Haven’s next public park project, guided by teenage members of the Mayor’s Youth Advisory Council, has officially moved forward. With a budget of more than $125,000, local leaders believe this innovative green space will serve as a model for community-led development.