News and Events
Announcements from the Chapel West district, newest first.
2026
HAPPY 40 YEARS!!
Sorry we didn’t have an update the beginning of June we were busy CELEBRATING! We hit 40 years of the Chapel West District this year/month! We through a...
TO: All Property Owners
From: Michael Romei, Secretary of the Board, CWSSD Please be advised that our Annual Meeting will be held on Thursday, March 26, 2026 at the Chapel West...
Have you met Fritz & Hawley?
They have been a long term staple in the New Haven and Hamden Connecticut area and we are happy to. welcome them back to Chapel Street and the Chapel West...
2025
New (old) kid on the block
We welcome back Fritz & Hawley with open arms! They are back to Chapel street and offering tons of services. Eye exams Eyewear Contact lenses Repairs...
2024
Chapel West welcomes Blue Tortuga
Chapel West will soon welcome Blue Tortuga Bistro & Bar to the district. Blue Tortuga will be bringing bold Latin American flavors to every bite and...
Hot Murga featured on CT Insider
Are fried chicken sandwiches the new burger? CT Insider shares 7 twists on the classics to try in CT. Hot Murga is on the list. See the full list here...
Art is Served at the Table
For Sonal Soveni, The Table & Gallery was all about “making sure that I am giving back to the community by connecting local talent with established...
2022
Alternate Universe featured in Seasons Magazine
Check out the feature story in Seasons Magazine on Alternate Universe, the comic book shop which has been a staple in the Chapel West District for more...
Chapel West featured in New Haven Biz
“Less and less masks and more and more people.” That’s what Anthony Giano is seeing outside of his window on Chapel Street, and that’s what he credits for...
Former Chapel West President Passes Away
Former Chapel West President Vincent Romei Sr. passed away earlier this week. Vin was instrumental in the growth of the district. He was known for his...
The Cannon Officially Opens
City of New Haven Press release On Thursday, July 7, New Haven Mayor Justin Elicker joined city and business leaders to celebrate the opening of the...
Chapel West Welcomes More Amour Boutique
Press release New Haven, CT - Yale University Properties is excited to announce the official ribbon cutting for More Amour Boutique in the Chapel Street...
G Cafe opens 3rd location in Chapel West
Chapel West welcomed G Cafe Bakery with its official grand opening on Friday, Jan. 28. G Cafe, located at 1177 Chapel St., is a family-owned...
2021
The Elm hosts official ribbon cutting
Press release New Haven, CT - Farnam Realty Group proudly hosted the official ribbon cutting ceremony for The Elm, October 27th, 2021. Farnam was...
Chapel West welcomes Metro Pharmacy
Metro Pharmacy officially opened its doors to the New Haven community on Wednesday. The district’s newest business is located at 1291 Chapel St. “We’re...
Chapel West announces new Board of Commissioners
Chapel West has announced its new Board of Commissioners. Tom Strong has been named the district’s president through 2024. Arnold Lehrer has been voted in...
Chapel West welcomes 3 new businesses
The Chapel West District officially welcomed three new businesses to the area on Wednesday, Feb. 11. City officials celebrated the openings of Pataka...
