By Rich Lowry Syndicated Columnist There's been a wave of violent crime the last couple of years, and the best way to address the issue is for everyone to pass over it in silence. That's the implication of the liberal pushback against the … [Read more...] about Crime a legitimate issue
Editorial
Hail Columbus and ignore the ‘woke’ crowd October 12 is Columbus Day – not indigenous people’s day, or some other non-descript “woke” nonsense, but Columbus Day. Hail Columbus! Christopher Columbus, explorer, privateer, complex individual was a … [Read more...] about Editorial
Gripevine
Dear Eleanore Turkington: Please clear the numerous sections on the odd side of Hillcrest Avenue of crumbling asphalt especially in the winter as we have been dealing with this hazard for at least three years. Last year a big chunk of … [Read more...] about Gripevine
Dear Felicia
As it must, fall came last week, honey bunch. Already some trees are starting to show color, the squirrels are scampering around all the acorns on the ground, and Cobina’s allergies are running rampant until the first frost. So, it must be October! … [Read more...] about Dear Felicia
Vinci named ‘primo Italiano’ for ‘22
By Michael P. Walsh Special to the Voice Mayor Nancy R. Rossi and the West Haven Italian Heritage Committee will honor the city’s “Mr. Soccer” as the “primo italiano” at the 23rd annual Italian Heritage Celebration. West Haven … [Read more...] about Vinci named ‘primo Italiano’ for ‘22
Businesswoman Encarnacion named ‘Hispanic of the Year’
By Michael P. Walsh Special to the Voice Elsie Encarnacion, a longtime downtown business owner, received the city’s Hispanic American of the Year award at the fourth annual Hispanic Heritage Celebration on Friday. … [Read more...] about Businesswoman Encarnacion named ‘Hispanic of the Year’
The week in photos – September 22, 2022
Devils gridders open year at 2-0
Armani Reid loves his teammates. The feeling is mutual for the first-year Westie. Behind his long returns on special teams, Reid set the tone of the game early as West Haven rolled to a 25-8 victory over cross-town rival Notre Dame in a … [Read more...] about Devils gridders open year at 2-0
Hidden Gems
The back-to-school season is often a time when families seek out enrichment opportunities for young people. Thankfully, they need not stray too far afield, as we have many right here in West Haven. Consider these offerings for those who are … [Read more...] about Hidden Gems
Twilight Gold Bat, Oct 26
The West Haven Twilight League will hold its 58th annual Gold Bat Awards on Wednesday, Oct. 26, at West River Hall, 37 Orlando Street, West Haven, CT 06516. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. with a dinner buffet and awards starting promptly at 7p.m. … [Read more...] about Twilight Gold Bat, Oct 26