One man was brought back to life, last week, in an apartment fire that required the combined efforts of the city’s three fire services. The cause of the blaze is still under investigation. According to a report by the City of West Haven – … [Read more...] about 5 FDs respond to Dogburn Road blaze
Robbin Watt Hamilton feted
By Michael P. Walsh Special to the Voice The city paid tribute to the nation’s Black trailblazers and the pioneering contributions they have made to upholding the traditions and values of African Americans at the 28th annual Black Heritage … [Read more...] about Robbin Watt Hamilton feted
Dear Felicia
We have had Leap Day and now, sweetie pie, we are in March…already! They say the older yew git the faster time flies. That reminds me of an anecdote someone told me. Kitty Carlisle, the actress-turned-radio personality-turned quiz show panelist (she … [Read more...] about Dear Felicia
Gripevine
Dear Eleanore Turkington: Restaurants continue to lead pandemic hours by closing much too early. We in West Haven need our nights back. We lose money and community safety and reputation. People go to New Haven for fun at night. Fun … [Read more...] about Gripevine
Inscription deadline now weeks away, set April 1
Current and former city residents who served in the Vietnam War are sought by the West Haven Vietnam Memorial Inc. Committee to have their names inscribed on a new section of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Bradley Point Park. To … [Read more...] about Inscription deadline now weeks away, set April 1
Editorial
Progressive boogeymen Progressives like to pigeonhole their political opponents, usually employing one-, two- or three-word epithets, which they believe identifies their political and/or moral positions, with the understood implication that … [Read more...] about Editorial
Biden’s inane war on packaging
By Rich Lowry Syndicated Columnist Joe Biden has met the enemy, and it is smaller packaging for foodstuffs. The White House is targeting the practice known as "shrinkflation," or companies keeping the nominal price of a product the … [Read more...] about Biden’s inane war on packaging
Home-buying when accessibility issues need some answers
Buying a new home can be daunting, especially when finding an accessible space is a top priority. The process requires more than just picking a location and setting a budget; it involves a detailed understanding of your specific requirements and how … [Read more...] about Home-buying when accessibility issues need some answers
Annawon celebrates Barr’s 80th birthday
William “Railroad Bill” Barr is known by many titles, such as square dance caller and all around nice guy. In 2019, then-Mayor Nancy Rossi added to his titles by appointing him as the Town Troubadour. The Troubadour is a position … [Read more...] about Annawon celebrates Barr’s 80th birthday
14 students aiding story project
By Marilyn Wilkes, Land Trust of West Haven Vice-President Fourteen West Haven High School digital media students have been selected to participate in the University of Connecticut’s (UConn) Eco-Digital Storytellers program. … [Read more...] about 14 students aiding story project