Archive: February 8, 2018

The West Haven High School Children’s Theatre Proudly presents the Adventures of Rose Red (Snow White’s less famous sister), by Sean Abley, on Saturday, Feb 10 at 10 and 11:30 a.m. at the high school. Children 12 and under are free with tickets for all others at $5. Children are urged to bring a pillow or blanket to sit upon, adults get chairs. This student run production is directed by David O’Brien, with costumes by Courtney Skeens, props by Hannah Casman, choreography by Stephanie Soto and Mya Ginsberg and set design by Shelby Gagne. Stage Manager is Selena Melillo.

Students at Alma Pagels School on Benham Hill Road celebrated the 100th day of the school year this week, and had a bit of a dress-up. Students were asked to come in dressed as if they were centenarians. That’s the vocabulary word of the day. They came up with some interesting renditions.

It was an unusual day at Alma Pagels School this week as the student body marked the 100th day of class. For the record a school year has 180. As part of the celebrations, the kids were asked to dress up as if they were 100 years old. As you can see, they took it seriously.

It was an unusual day at Alma Pagels School this week as the student body marked the 100th day of class. For the record a school year has 180. As part of the celebrations, the kids were asked to dress up as if they were 100 years old. As you can see, they took it seriously.

It was an unusual day at Alma Pagels School this week as the student body marked the 100th day of class. For the record a school year has 180. As part of the celebrations, the kids were asked to dress up as if they were 100 years old. As you can see, they took it seriously.

It was an unusual day at Alma Pagels School this week as the student body marked the 100th day of class. For the record a school year has 180. As part of the celebrations, the kids were asked to dress up as if they were 100 years old. As you can see, they took it seriously.

St. Lawrence School recently celebrated its students of the month for January, in a ceremony held at the school. The students were honored for their academics and achievements in the classroom. Each student was awarded a pin and certificate, and the students, along with their parents, were invited to have breakfast with the pastor, the Rev/ Jose Mercado and Principal Paul DeFonzo. Pictured are: --Front row -- Michael Giannotti, Grade 1; and Sam Grestini, Kindergarten; (middle row) Luke Miklos, Grade 4; Giana Mainor, Grade 5; and Jason Dong, Grade 6. Back row -- Sarah Reynolds, Grade 7; Principal Paul DeFonzo; and Giana Perricone, Grade 8.

Mayor Nancy R. Rossi, holding a pair of over-size scissors, cuts the ceremonial ribbon Friday with Russell Rivera and Lonnie Edwards, owners of The Spot Bar and Grill, to mark the restaurant’s grand opening at 555 Campbell Ave., formerly Stevie B’s. Joining the celebration are, from left, state Rep. Michael A. DiMassa, D-116; City Clerk Deborah Collins; state Rep. Charles J. Ferraro, R-117; mayoral Executive Assistant Louis P. Esposito, Jr.; The Spot General Manager Richelle Virzi; state Rep. Dorinda Borer, D-West Haven; Councilwoman Bridgette J. Hoskie, D-1; and City Council Chairman Ronald M. Quagliani, D-at large.

The West Haven High School Industrial Arts wing ended a 55-year run of training young men and women in various trade skills. Eliminated as part of the rebuilding of the campus, crews first dismantled the structure down to the girders. Last week, heavy machinery was brought in to begin the task of taking down the superstructure. Industrial Arts classes have been moved to the former “small gym,” which was retro-fitted over the summer.

Begun two decades ago by then-chief William “Wiggy” Johnson, Jr., and worked on by former Fire Marshal Richard Spreyer, the brick walkway in front of the Elm Street fire headquarters is due for a facelift. Click title for story.

Begun two decades ago by then-chief William “Wiggy” Johnson, Jr., and worked on by former Fire Marshal Richard Spreyer, the brick walkway in front of the Elm Street fire headquarters is due for a facelift. Click title for story.

Savin Rock's transition, part IV. Bradley Point, seen here prior to redevelopment, became a spark plug for backlash. Click title for story.

Savin Rock's transition, part IV. Demolition of the popular Sky Blazer, which stood at the end of Savin Avenue served as a stark reminder that things in the city were changing. Click title for story.

West Haven senior boys hockey player Logan Cole (31) is the Vio’s Sports Plus/Westie Blue Player of the Week. Cole was outstanding in a pair of losses for the Westies, turning aside 82 of 88 shots, including 52 against Notre Dame-West Haven. Read about Logan Cole on the Player of the Week page at www.westieblue.com.

Notre Dame’s Liam Ireland is aiming at a wrap-around shot on West Haven’s Logan Cole in the opening period of Saturday’s game at the Edward Bennett Rink. Notre Dame topped the Westies, 4-1. Click title for story.

West Haven’s Kevin Moriarty gets a rare chance in the Notre Dame zone in after capturing only two wins so far. Action took place last Saturday following Saturday’s game. The Blue Devils are trying to make a late-season comeback a ceremony honoring the 1951 State Championship team. Click title for story.

West Haven native Alec Kinder had big week to lead ND basketball to three wins, including 74-57 win over cross town rival West Haven on Friday. Click title for story.

Everybody gets into the play as action heats up in the Girls Fundamental League play Saturday at the Edith Machrille gym.

Blue Devils guard Elijah Acevedo drives to the bucket while Seon Vernon Lora helps with a block on Jayden Doyle. The action took place at the Red Bailey gym Saturday morning in Fundamental League play.

Tylen Rivas drives around the Starzz’ Kassidy Carrano in Girls Fundamental League play Saturday. The league is heading into its final weeks of the season with playoff action on the horizon.