About ETV
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Our Mission
East Haven Public Television enriches the lives of our viewers through programs and services created by and for the residents of East Haven, CT. By facilitating digital media creation and managing its public distribution, ETV aims to inform, educate, entertain and inspire our audiences in our town, across Connecticut, and beyond.
Who are we?
East Haven Public Television, Inc. (ETV) is the family of 3 non-profit cable access TV stations in East Haven, CT. For over 30 years, ETV has operated three PEG (Public, Educational, Government) access channels, covering town events, educational content, and where members turn their dreams into actual programs.
From its studio on Main Street, ETV staff and volunteers work with local producers to create meaningful content using state-of-the-art equipment.
In recent years, ETV member support has led to studio upgrades, improved cameras, editing bays, and an array of streaming options. Our members elect our board of directors, produce media content, support the arts in East Haven and beyond, and guide how we serve our community.
Get involved today and help us “Make Media that Matters!”
Who Manages ETV?
As a non-profit, leadership at ETV consists of volunteer officers, who serve on a member-elected board of directors, members, and volunteers. ETV also consists of a small team of dedicated staff members: Studio Manager Connor Thornberg, Assistant Studio Manager Dominic Manna, Community Coordinator Noelle Veillette, Bookkeeper Deb Maguire and Ch. 19 Program Manager Rob Becker.
Every talent and interest can be explored at ETV. These range from sports, local talent, government issues, non-profit events, town events, and much more. Members can also produce podcasts, edit audio and video, digitize older media, and explore other creative mediums.
We are always looking for creative and enthusiastic individuals who would like to share their talents with our community. From producers, to camera operators, on-air personalities, and editors you can learn new skills, express yourself, and contribute to various types of programs, all at ETV.
Scholarship
Each year, the ETV Board awards the Patrick O’Leary Scholarship to an East Haven High School student planning to pursue studies in media. The award is named for a long-adored member of the East Haven community, beloved by countless friends and associates for his warmth and compassion. Mr. O’Leary was a long-serving journalist at The New Haven Register and other outlets; greatly respected for his professionalism and dedication to the vocation. These qualities, represented by the award, are reflected in the recipients’ conduct at school and in the community.
Past recipients of this award include: Daisy Castro (2024), Diya Patel (2023), Amanda Martindale (2022), Victoria Nicholls (2021), Litzy Garcia (2020), Christian Cunningham (2019), Adam Perrotti (2018), Jacob Zito (2017), Nicholas Maniscalco (2016), Alexandra Bardelli (2015), Molly Travaglino (2014), Ashley Mazzucco (2013), Melissa Morro (2012), Nicollette Riccio (2011), Janlee Castro and Theresa Vittorio (2010, shared), and Paula Caputo (2009).
How can i support ETV?
An easy way to support ETV is to become a member. For more details, including member benefits, visit our Membership page. There are also different tiers of corporate sponsorship available. Sponsorship helps us greatly in offsetting larger costs, or in meeting unexpected expenses like repairs. If your company is interested in sponsoring ETV, please visit our Become A Sponsor page for more information.
Not looking to become a member or sponsor, but still want to give your support? Feel free to donate at any time by clicking the button in the top right of our website.
No matter how you choose to be involved with ETV, we appreciate your support of community media.
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