Three West Haven elementary schools – Edith E. Mackrille, Forest, and Seth G. Haley – have been named Schools of Distinction for the 2022-23 school year. Connecticut schools are named Schools of Distinction when their performance and/or … [Read more...] about Three schools awarded for ‘Distinction’
First mayoral ‘Conversation’ makes ‘Connection’ with 9th District crowd
By Michael P. Walsh Special to the Voice More than two dozen 9th District residents turned out at Haley Elementary School on Jan. 30 to participate in Mayor Dorinda Borer’s “Conversation & Connection” series. Borer has been … [Read more...] about First mayoral ‘Conversation’ makes ‘Connection’ with 9th District crowd
Heritage panel names Hamilton 1st ‘Distinction’
The West Haven Black Heritage Committee has chosen former 5th District City Councilwoman Robbin Watt Hamilton as the first recipient of the Ernestine Jackson Citizen of Distinction Award. This honor replaces the previously named … [Read more...] about Heritage panel names Hamilton 1st ‘Distinction’
‘Master of the Air’ great!
By Rich Lowry Syndicated Columnist Steven Spielberg and Tom Hanks have once again done a public service. Like "Band of Brothers" and "The Pacific" before it, the new series "Masters of the Air" is a profound act of devotion to the … [Read more...] about ‘Master of the Air’ great!
Editorial
Jobs must be filled In the first edition of the year, this publication ran a full-page advertisement from the city, looking to fill more than twenty full- and part-time positions. The scope of the positions that need to be filled is -- at first … [Read more...] about Editorial
Capone remembered for generosity
Ed Note: The passing of local businessman Wayne Capone, Jan. 26, shocked many in the West Haven Community. His friend Mark Palmieri remembers his lifelong friend in this tribute. By Mark Palmieri Guest Contributor The sudden passing of … [Read more...] about Capone remembered for generosity
Heffernan takes oath in Capitol ceremony
State Rep. William "Bill" Heffernan (D-115) was sworn in last week at the State Capitol for his first term representing the 115th District. Heffernan won a special election on Jan. 23 to replace Dorinda Borer, who resigned after she won her race for … [Read more...] about Heffernan takes oath in Capitol ceremony
Library relaunches the Bookmobile
By Michael P. Walsh Special to the Voice State Librarian Deborah Schander and Rep. Bill Heffernan (D-115), joined Mayor Dorinda Borer and West Haven Public Library officials Monday to relaunch the library’s bookmobile and mobile … [Read more...] about Library relaunches the Bookmobile
Borer seeks moratorium on more smoke shops
By Michael P. Walsh Special to the Voice Mayor Dorinda Borer is calling for a six-month moratorium on new smoke shops in the city. In a Jan. 22 memo to Planning and Zoning Commission Chairman Christopher M. Suggs and Assistant City … [Read more...] about Borer seeks moratorium on more smoke shops
Historian’s Corner
By Dan Shine Voice Columnist West Haven Girls’ Hockey League 1972-1980 Part I See part 2 | part 3 Every story begins somewhere: This story begins on the frozen surface of Lake Phipps; And it begins along a dammed-up … [Read more...] about Historian’s Corner