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Grant funds wastewater site seawall

April 16, 2025

The city has been awarded a $10.39 million grant from the Federal Emergency Management Agency to harden the wastewater treatment plant on Beach Street against […]

Alum’s donation fuels UNH plans

April 16, 2025

A substantial donation from alumnus and successful business executive Dennis Martin (Class of 1981) will support the development of an 80,000-square-foot facility that will advance […]

Bulk trash collection set for April 21-25

April 16, 2025

By Michael P. Walsh Special to the Voice The next bulk trash pickup week is April 21-25. West Haven residents are reminded to separate metals, […]

Schools highlight student health issues

April 16, 2025

By Robert Forlano Special to the Voice West Haven Public Schools proudly joined the 23rd Annual National Healthy Schools Day, April 8. This nationwide initiative […]

Bond grant funds Boat Launch rehab

April 16, 2025

By Michael P. Walsh Special to the Voice The State Bond Commission on Friday awarded the city a $152,900 grant for improvements to the April […]

Moody’s announces bond, credit rating upgrades for city

April 3, 2025

Moody’s Ratings on March 12 upgraded West Haven’s general obligation bond rating from Baa3 to Baa2, while S&P Global maintained the city’s long-term credit rating […]

Annual Tradition

April 3, 2025

Students in WHHS art classes performed what has become a traditional rite of spring with the senior class painting the monolith that now sits […]

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Grant funds wastewater site seawall

West Haven and Federal Emergency Management Agency officials are photographed at the West Haven Water Pollution Control Plant at 2 Beach St. on June 10, 2024.
Alum’s donation fuels UNH plans

A rendering of the new Pompea School of Business, which was aided by a donation from alumus Dennis Martin ‘81.
Holy Week begins

Subdeacon Steven R. Mullins carries a wooden crucifix as the Rev. Thomas Jackson leads the choir and parishioners of the Episcopal Church of the Holy Spirit in the Palm Procession down the church aisle; commemorating Jesus' triumphant entrance into Jerusalem.
Behind the stacks

The Friends of the West Haven Library recently gathered for the annual volunteers luncheon. Shown are: Robbi LaBelle, Wun Wong, Karl Ulsamer, and Melissa Marguy.
Editorial Cartoon
Schools highlight student health issues

Schools throughout the system participated in the 23rd annual National Healthy Schools Day, April 8. Various activities were included, giving the children hands-on lessons, and young adults science-oriented presentations and experiments.
Schools highlight student health issues

Schools throughout the system participated in the 23rd annual National Healthy Schools Day, April 8. Various activities were included, giving the children hands-on lessons, and young adults science-oriented presentations and experiments.
Steeple rededicated

The First Church of Christ, otherwise known as First Congregational Church, recently rededicated and blessed its iconic steeple, which underwent a nine-month restoration. The new steeple has inset lighting to keep the building in view during the night as well as a fresh paint job and polishing of the weathervane. Afterward parishioners and city officials gathered in the Fellowship Hall. Shown are: Steve Hildrich (Church Historian), Ruth Costa (Chair of Deacons), Christopher Vargo (Chairman of the Board of Trustees), Councilwoman Anne Heffernan, Rep. Bill Heffernan, Mayor Dorinda Borer, John Lewis (City Clerk) and Councilman Gary Donovan.
Steeple rededicated

The First Church of Christ, otherwise known as First Congregational Church, recently rededicated and blessed its iconic steeple, which underwent a nine-month restoration. The new steeple has inset lighting to keep the building in view during the night as well as a fresh paint job and polishing of the weathervane. The Rev. Carl Howard, pastor, is shown offering the Prayer of Rededication following the regular service.
Mr Westie 2025

Kittikhom "Bank" Tighe performs a routine in the Mr. Westie competition.
Mr Westie 2025

Ismael Alvarez-Xocoytl performs in the Mr. Westie competition.
Mr Westie 2025

Mr. Westie 2004, Levi Jordan crowns Mr. Westie 2025 Ismael Alvarez-Xocoyotl.
Bond grant funds Boat Launch rehab

From left, Mayor Dorinda Borer, Parks and Recreation Director Mark E. Paine, Jr. and assistant grant writer Vanessa Hruszko on the dock of the April Street boat launch Monday.
Historian's Corner

The Collonade as it appeared, circa 1910s, in a photo with the words, “Mardi Gras, Savin Rock, 1911.
Historian's Corner

The Collonade as it appeared, circa 1910s, in a full view postcard.
WHHS Sports Roundup

Sophie Mazuroski returns a backhand against North Haven.
WHHS Sports Roundup

Sarah Davey stretches at first base to get the out against Guilford.
WHHS Sports Roundup

Toomy Vets blocks the progress of a Sheehan player.
WHHS Sports Roundup

Tyler McColgan sprints around a Sheehan Titans defender.
WHHS Sports Roundup

Delaney Johnston takes a crosscheck to protect the ball versus the Branford Hornets.
WHHS Sports Roundup

Natalie Gallo deals from the circle versus Stratford.
WHHS Sports Roundup

Chloe Whelan gathers the ball and tries to evade a Branford defender.