Shore Haven Jr. Baseball is accepting scholarship applicants from June 2024 high school seniors pursuing further education. The league will be awarding three scholarships in the amount of $300.00 each in honor of Dave Terese, Sr., Mario J. Argentino … [Read more...] about Shore Haven offers scholarship
Hidden Gems
By Bonnie Posick West Haven EDC Although she bakes “a little something” every day, on Friday nights Roberta Garlock’s West Haven kitchen is alive with bubbling sourdough starter and the enticing aroma of loaves of bread in the … [Read more...] about Hidden Gems
My Two Cents
By Bill Riccio, Jr. He could be difficult, sometimes almost impossible to reason with when his “Irish” was up. But there was no doubt what Ed McCarthy wanted was a fair shake for his team, which he called his “kids,” and was going to make his … [Read more...] about My Two Cents
Westies lose in OT to Windsor, 59-57
Looking for its first state title since 1987, the West Haven boys basketball team was right where it needed to be. With a double-digit lead in the second quarter, West Haven had second-seeded Windsor on the ropes. Unfortunately for the … [Read more...] about Westies lose in OT to Windsor, 59-57
The week in photos – March 7, 2024
Johnstone suspends Council activity due to illness
Republican Councilman Steven J. Johnstone, who represents West Shore’s 10th District, is coping with a medical issue and has temporarily suspended his City Council duties. Johnstone, the council’s minority leader, has requested until further … [Read more...] about Johnstone suspends Council activity due to illness
5 FDs respond to Dogburn Road blaze
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