The two candidates vying for the General Assembly seat vacated by Mayor Dorinda Borer last month have been selected. The Democratic and Republican Town Committees met last weekend to determine their candidates for the Jan. 23 special election for the … [Read more...] about Candidates chosen for Jan. 23 run-off
Borer shakes up City Hall staff
By Michael P. Walsh Special to the Voice Mayor Dorinda Borer has announced a number of personnel changes at City Hall, including two key selections to her Cabinet. Borer on Dec. 4 appointed attorney Paul J. Dorsi as the city’s … [Read more...] about Borer shakes up City Hall staff
Six tips to make the New Year a better one
The start of a new year is an opportunity to redefine habits, especially in health and wellness. Eric Walsh, MD, medical director of Hartford Healthcare-GoHealth Urgent Care encourages patients to use the New Year motivation to build a feel-good … [Read more...] about Six tips to make the New Year a better one
City celebrates Hanukkah octave
By Michael P. Walsh Special to the Voice Rabbi Schneur Wilhelm of Chabad of Milford-Hebrew Congregation of Woodmont was joined on the West Haven Green by Mayor Dorinda Borer to celebrate the fifth night of Hanukkah on Dec. … [Read more...] about City celebrates Hanukkah octave
Three Kings Day celebration set
West Haven’s 2024 celebration of Three Kings Day is scheduled from 1-4 p.m. Jan. 7 at Tropical Caribbean restaurant, 701-703 Campbell Ave. The free event is presented by the city, Budget Transmission Center and Car Wash, Tropical Caribbean and the … [Read more...] about Three Kings Day celebration set
Pearl Harbor attack remembered
Photo by Michael P. Walsh City Clerk John W. Lewis reads prepared remarks on behalf of Mayor Dorinda Borer commemorating Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day and the 82nd anniversary of Japan’s surprise attack on Pearl Harbor during an observance on the … [Read more...] about Pearl Harbor attack remembered
Historian’s Corner
By Dan Shine Voice Columnist The Rev. Phillips Brooks A Most American Christmas Carol Of all the Christmas Carols, there is one that is very American, very unique, and possessed of an interesting backstory. The tale is still told of … [Read more...] about Historian’s Corner
Allingtown FD swears in hires; first woman
By Michael P. Walsh Special to the Voice Allingtown’s first female career firefighter was sworn in during a ceremony at Minor Park Station on Dec. 12. Iris Diaz, the chairwoman of the Board of Fire Commissioners of the City … [Read more...] about Allingtown FD swears in hires; first woman
Goaltenders shine in Youth Hockey action
The West Haven Mite A goalies were the headline this weekend as Jack Weiss and Quinn Uscilla proved unbeatable in net at home against the Southern Stars Mite A Maroon team on Saturday. Both made a number of incredible saves. Weiss and Uscilla … [Read more...] about Goaltenders shine in Youth Hockey action
3 Westies named to All-State team
By Mike O’Brien Special to the Voice The West Haven High School football team had a historic season in which the Blue Devils reached the CIAC Class LL State Championship Game, marking their first state finals appearance in 20 years. West … [Read more...] about 3 Westies named to All-State team