Hard as it is to believe, honeybunch, we are heading to the Memorial Day weekend – the modern edition. Yew and I kin remember when Memorial Day was always on May 30 before the Loooong Weekend became sacred, and even when people still called it … [Read more...] about Dear Felicia
Behind the stacks
Welcome back to Behind the Stacks! Staff here at the library have got their marching boots on, bubble wands in hand, and the Bookmobile gassed up and ready to take part once again in this year’s Memorial Day Parade here in West Haven! The library … [Read more...] about Behind the stacks
Justice Jackson a loose cannon
By Rich Lowry Syndicated Columnist Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson's has a campaign against the Supreme Court The call is coming from inside the house. The Supreme Court's decision in Louisiana v. Callais has made progressives even more determined to … [Read more...] about Justice Jackson a loose cannon
Historian’s Corner
By Dan Shine Voice Columnist Stories From The Great Depression The Great Depression began with the stock market crash of 1929; it marked a period of hard times all throughout the world. At its worst, 25% of eligible American workers were unemployed; … [Read more...] about Historian’s Corner
The week in photos – May 21, 2026
‘Butch’ Treat leads city parade
By Michael P. Walsh Special to the Voice Vietnam veteran George “Butch” Treat will serve as the grand marshal of the city’s Memorial Day parade when the patriotic procession steps off at 10:30 a.m. Monday. Treat, a Marine Corps veteran who … [Read more...] about ‘Butch’ Treat leads city parade
UNH graduates Class of 2026
The University of New Haven hosted Commencement ceremonies on Friday and Saturday, May 15 and 16, to award more than 3,100 degrees to its Class of 2026. A highlight of the celebration was the Commencement address given by Martin J. O’Connor, a … [Read more...] about UNH graduates Class of 2026
Borer presents FY ‘27 budget plan
Mayor Dorinda Borer presented her recommended budget and five-year capital plan for fiscal year 2026-27 with no tax increase during a special meeting of the City Council on May 7 at City Hall. The no-tax-hike stipulation is good news to city … [Read more...] about Borer presents FY ‘27 budget plan
German price controls hurt Americans
By Drew Johnson Health Analyst Germany just found a new way to lower healthcare costs: make Americans pay more. German policymakers recently proposed changes that cap spending growth, restrict care, and force drugmakers to provide steep … [Read more...] about German price controls hurt Americans
Brick walk additions dedicated Saturday
By Michael P. Walsh Special to the Voice West Haven Veterans Council members and city officials will dedicate dozens of new bricks on the Veterans Walk of Honor in Bradley Point Park at 10:30 a.m. Saturday. The public event will include the … [Read more...] about Brick walk additions dedicated Saturday