By Michael P. Walsh Special to the Voice As part of the city’s 2026 festivities celebrating America’s 250th anniversary, Mayor Dorinda Borer will bury a time capsule on the Green at 6 p.m. Sept. 9 for a future generation of Westies to … [Read more...] about West Haven burying time capsule to mark nation’s 250th anniversary
The week in photos – September 3, 2026
Ready for the new year!
More smiling faces, ready to start the new school year! … [Read more...] about Ready for the new year!
Crime drama to use city as film backdrop
By Dominic Konareski Voice Writer New England has more than its share of mafia and crime lore, stories and history. From New Haven’s Wooster Street to Little Italy in New York, the northeast is one of the richest areas of … [Read more...] about Crime drama to use city as film backdrop
Bulk trash hauled citywide, Sept. 14-18
By Michael P. Walsh Special to the Voice The final bulk trash pickup week of 2026 is Sept. 14-18. West Haven residents are reminded to separate metals, recyclables and regular trash from bulk trash and put them out no more than 24 … [Read more...] about Bulk trash hauled citywide, Sept. 14-18
Dear Felicia
Around this time o’ year, the “September Song” rolls around in Cobina’s head for a week or so. “It’s a long, long, while from May to December. And the days grow short, when you reach September.” For the kiddies who trapsed back to the classroom this … [Read more...] about Dear Felicia
Behind the Stacks
By Taylor Cordova Special to the Voice Welcome back to Behind the Stacks. A new month means new Take & Make kits from our Ora Mason library. Adults can take home a DIY mini sachet craft. Everything is provided in your kit, including a … [Read more...] about Behind the Stacks
Flock cameras and privacy
By Rich Lowry Syndicated Columnist Don't fear Flock cameras We have met the enemy -- and it is watching us. There's a growing backlash against Flock cameras, the automated license plate readers that have become ubiquitous across … [Read more...] about Flock cameras and privacy
Editorial
E-vehicle ordinance timely It is one of the marvels of modern life and capitalism that electronic vehicles have become a familiar part of the culture in such a short time. Scooters and bicycles, powered by batteries, can be seen daily traveling … [Read more...] about Editorial
Don’t make better medicine harder to develop
By Patrick Kilbride Public Affairs Analyst There's never a good time to be diagnosed with cancer. But for the millions of Americans who'll receive that diagnosis this year, their odds of beating the disease have never been better. … [Read more...] about Don’t make better medicine harder to develop