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Center head has influenced many

“It’s nice to be able to see how successful our students have been and we like to
think we had a part in that.”
– Patrice Farquharson

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Blumenthal calls for 9/11 funding

By Michael P. Walsh Special to the Voice During a news conference Monday at West Haven Fire Department headquarters, U.S. Sen. Richard Blumenthal, D-Conn., called […]

P&Z slates ‘follow up’ on Village

By Michael P. Walsh Special to the Voice The Planning and Zoning Commission is holding an interactive public workshop for the proposed village district regulation […]

Mullins eyes efficiency in City Hall

Ed. Note – This is the third in a five-part series on candidates of both parties seeking the nomination and/or election as mayor. By Josh […]

A case for restructuring the city

By Ed Granfield Commission Chairman The great 20th century scientist Albert Einstein said it best: “The definition of insanity is doing the same thing over […]

Rossi hopes to re-up lost festival

By Josh LaBella Voice Reporter Mayor Nancy Rossi recently announced the city was going to host the Savin Rock Festival after canceling it in 2018. […]

The case for a WH city manager

Ed. Note: This is the first in a series of explanations of recommendations made by the city’s Charter Revision Commission. The City Council is reviewing […]

Collins hopes to boost city morale

By Josh LaBella Voice Reporter Using her experience as City Clerk, her good relationships with people in West Haven and by surrounding herself with professionals, […]

Rohna reunion adds city delegation

Ed. Note: The following is a recounting of a trip made by Joseph Weber and John Dolan regarding their recent research on the HMT Rohna’s […]

DOT gives OK to developer traffic plans

Josh LaBella Voice Reporter In an important step for the Haven project, the Office of the State Traffic Administration has approved the traffic plan for […]

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  • Voice Profile featuring Patrice Farquharson
    Voice Profile featuring Patrice Farquharson
    “It’s nice to be able to see how successful our students have been and we like to think we had a part in that.”
  • Number One Dog
    Number One Dog
    City Clerk Deborah Collins presents a “No. 1” dog tag and a gift basket stuffed with dog toys and treats to Shannon Hoey, 13, of Belle Circle, and her 1-year- old terrier mix, Maddie, on Tuesday at City Hall for winning the second annual Dog Contest. The contest, held by the city clerk’s office, was an incentive for residents who licensed their dogs in June as part of Dog Licensing Month.
  • Blumenthal calls for 9/11 funding
    Blumenthal calls for 9/11 funding
    Sen. Richard Blumenthal, calls on the Senate to pass legislation that would make permanent the September 11th Victim Compensation Fund and remove any limits on the appropriation. Joining are, State Rep. Dorinda Borer, D-115; Lou DeMici, secretary of the Uniformed Professional Fire Fighters Association of Connecticut; State Rep. Michael A. DiMassa, D-116; WHFD Chief James P. O’Brien; Lou Esposito, executive assistant to Mayor Nancy R. Rossi; and New Haven Fire Chief John Alston Jr.
  • O’Brien calls for increase in cruelty statute
    O’Brien calls for increase in cruelty statute
    Former Mayor and candidate Ed O’Brien speaks at Thursday’s rally calling for stricter animal cruelty regulations.
  • Editorial cartoon
    Editorial cartoon
  • A case for restructuring the city
    A case for restructuring the city
    The district map of West Haven Council districts.
  • A case for restructuring the city
    A case for restructuring the city
    A proposed revision of council districts
  • Community House chosen for ‘Give Back’
    Community House chosen for ‘Give Back’
    Showing off the 'Give Back' bag
  • Kids celebrated
    Kids celebrated
    “Let’s celebrate our kids” was an event held in conjunction with local advocate Michelle Caprio and the West Haven Community House at First Congregational Church. Children in the WHCH’s programs up to grade 4 were invited. Chloe Caprio provided the music, and and food was donated by Cappettas , Marinos, Andy’s, Full Circle, Ronnie;s and Lorenzo’s. Mary Ann Voss of Bohemian Body Art donated her time to do face painting with all the kids. Crayons and coloring books were given out to all the kids and their siblings, donated by Anthony’s Ocean View. The Rev. Carl Howard of The First Congregational Church Phil Liscio helped in organizing. Caprio is on the left, with Voss on the right.
  • Helping hand
    Helping hand
    Friends and family gathered at Nick’s Luncheonette on Sawmill Road in a recent day-long fundraising event that will benefit Amanda Mauratis, The event was headed up by Moriah Conlan. Left to right are: Nick Milas ,Irene Milas, Conlan, Amanda Mauratis, Jennifer Murillo, Lennon and Logan Mauratis.
  • Historian's Corner
    Historian's Corner
    Tony and Frances Zuppardi were well-known in the city and beloved by their family.
  • Wilcox Pier
    Wilcox Pier
    In the heyday of Savin Rock Amusement Park, no establishment was better known than the Wilcox Pier Restaurant. The landmark location is now memorialized by a plaque along the Boardwalk near Old Grove Park.
  • Preventing a heist
    Preventing a heist
    West Haven shortstop Gianini Gambardell puts a sweeping tag on a Naugatuck Legion runner. West Haven swept a double-header with the visiting Valley team Saturday in American Legion play at Piurek Field. The season is winding down with district and state playoffs to begin this weekend.
  • My Two Cents
    My Two Cents
    The old stands at Quigley Stadium weren’t the most comfortable, but had memories.
  • My Two Cents
    My Two Cents
    Donovan Field, which became the West Haven Speedway, was an oblong park that once hosted WHHS baseball and football games as well as semi-pro teams.