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Archive: February 8, 2018

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Around town

February 7, 2018

At a glance

February 7, 2018

Budget process and the MARB oversight

February 7, 2018

Dear Felicia

February 7, 2018

Editorial

February 7, 2018

Gripevine

February 7, 2018

Historian’s corner

February 7, 2018

Knights’ cagers sweep; skaters top WH

February 7, 2018

Now notions are actionable

February 7, 2018

Review panel must OK city budget plans

February 7, 2018

Sharks back in form; take two big wins

February 7, 2018

Sporting View

February 7, 2018

Squirt A squad works out tie vs. Wizards

February 7, 2018

The week in photos – February 8, 2018

February 8, 2018

Westie Blue in Touch

February 7, 2018

WHFD to rejuvenate brick walkway

February 7, 2018

WHGBL heads to playoffs

February 7, 2018

This week’s photos!

  • Children's Theatre
    Children's Theatre
    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.
  • Marking 100 days
    Marking 100 days
    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.
  • Following directions
    Following directions
    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.
  • Following directions
    Following directions
    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.
  • Following directions
    Following directions
    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.
  • Following directions
    Following directions
    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 Students of the Month
    St. Lawrence School Students of the Month
    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.
  • The Spot opens
    The Spot opens
    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.
  • Into history
    Into history
    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.
  • WHFD to rejuvenate brick walkway
    WHFD to rejuvenate brick walkway
    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.
  • WHFD to rejuvenate brick walkway
    WHFD to rejuvenate brick walkway
    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.
  • Historian's corner
    Historian's corner
    Savin Rock's transition, part IV. Bradley Point, seen here prior to redevelopment, became a spark plug for backlash. Click title for story.
  • Historian's corner
    Historian's corner
    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.
  • Editorial cartoon
    Editorial cartoon
  • Player of the week
    Player of the week
    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.
  • Wrap around
    Wrap around
    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.
  • Taking advantage
    Taking advantage
    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.
  • Paces win
    Paces win
    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.
  • Hands aplenty
    Hands aplenty
    Everybody gets into the play as action heats up in the Girls Fundamental League play Saturday at the Edith Machrille gym.
  • Drive to the hoop
    Drive to the hoop
    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.
  • On a mission
    On a mission
    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.

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