The University of New Haven has secured more than $100 million in philanthropic support over the past 30 months, marking an extraordinary period of growth. The milestone follows a record fiscal year 2026, when the university raised $32 million in … [Read more...] about University support tops $100 million
Dear Felicia
Well, honeybunch, here we are at the end of Awgus already, and the kiddies will be traversing back to the classroom within a week. That is jest hard to believe – I bet that’s what the kiddies are saying, too – that the summer has gone by as quickly … [Read more...] about Dear Felicia
A foreseeable munitions crisis
By Rich Lowry Syndicated Columnist A foreseeable and dire munitions crisis During the 1979-1980 hostage crisis, a defiant Iran starkly demonstrated the limits of American power. Forty-five years later, it is doing the same thing, … [Read more...] about A foreseeable munitions crisis
Editorial
Getting back to school The second August issue is a stark reminder the summer vacation season is over, and the new scholastic year is getting underway. With today’s publication of the School Bus Schedule the reality the summer is waning comes … [Read more...] about Editorial
Children’s health comes into focus in fall
By Dr. Ana Stankovic UnitedHealthcare of New England As families prepare for the upcoming school year, many are focused on school supplies, schedules and getting back into routines. But one of the most important back-to-school steps … [Read more...] about Children’s health comes into focus in fall
Longtime city dentist calls it a career
After more than a quarter-century of caring for generations of families, one of West Haven’s most respected dentists is beginning a well-deserved new chapter. Dr. Mark Ryan, a graduate of the former University of Medicine and Dentistry of New … [Read more...] about Longtime city dentist calls it a career
WHEAT names new director
WHEAT (West Haven Emergency Assistance Task Force) has announced the appointment of Sara Hannafin as its new Executive Director. Hannafin assumes leadership of one of West Haven’s longest-serving nonprofit organizations, which has provided food and … [Read more...] about WHEAT names new director
Allingtown Library project gets boost
Some six years after it lost the location that housed it for almost three decades, the Louis Piantino Library replacement plan got a much-needed boost with the signing of a Letter of Intent on two Post Road properties. While saying the signing of the … [Read more...] about Allingtown Library project gets boost
City schools plan term opening on Aug. 31
Classes for the West Haven Public Schools 2026-2027 school year will begin on Monday, Aug. 31. Please note: The first day of school will be a full day for all students. Breakfast and lunch will be served. Free Breakfast and Lunch for All … [Read more...] about City schools plan term opening on Aug. 31
Historian’s Corner
By Dan Shine Voice Columnist Rationing and Victory Gardens Rationing and Victory Gardens: If you were a child of the Fifties or Sixties, you probably recall hearing something about them. In his later years, Father would tell … [Read more...] about Historian’s Corner