Brewing storms prompt parking rule reminders
To help crews expedite snow removal, city officials are reminding residents and businesses to observe parking regulations during and after storms. Per the “Severe Weather” parking ordinance under Chapter 188 of the West Haven Code, … [Read more...] about Brewing storms prompt parking rule reminders
Local band to revisit convention!
Back by popular demand! A West Haven-based band is once again traveling to the West Coast to showoff their talents to music industry leaders. The 2025 Teach Kids Music All-Star Band is traveling to California this month to perform at the … [Read more...] about Local band to revisit convention!
Opioid deaths plummet in city, region
In a nation still reeling from the devastating effects of the opioid epidemic, the latest statistics from New Haven, West Haven, and East Haven offer a rare but much-needed glimmer of hope. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) … [Read more...] about Opioid deaths plummet in city, region
Fiscal hawks never get a win
By Rich Lowry Syndicated Columnist It feels like 2013 again. Back then, a beleaguered Republican Speaker of the House was forced into a government shutdown by firebrands in his caucus who considered him insufficiently pure. … [Read more...] about Fiscal hawks never get a win
Editorial
Our wishes for 2025 With the turning of a new year, we at the Voice traditionally set our sights on those issues we hope are to be faced and, with challenging work, completed over the next 12 months. The year 2024 was one of profound change in … [Read more...] about Editorial
Mayor reflects on progress made in one year
By Dorinda Borer Mayor of West Haven Happy New Year! It's hard to believe that just last month marked the one-year anniversary of my tenure as Chief Executive Officer of this great city. It's a perfect moment to reflect on the progress … [Read more...] about Mayor reflects on progress made in one year
Hot rod craze topic of local’s research
In the world of teen fads and fashion, none took the nation more than the hotrod craze of the 1950s and 60s. Revved up antiques, junkers, and just put-together jalopies were given new looks and shown off to friends and family. In West Haven, … [Read more...] about Hot rod craze topic of local’s research
Turcotte named Annawon Lodge Master
Worshipful Master Douglas Turcotte By Steven R. Mullins Past Master, Annawon Lodge Douglas Turcotte will be formally installed on Monday, January 13, 2025 at 7:30 pm at 263 Center Street. He has been married to Erin Sherman for 7 … [Read more...] about Turcotte named Annawon Lodge Master
Cold snap invokes protocol initiation
The plunging temperatures and news of a “polar vortex” engulfing the region have prompted Gov. Ned Lamont to activate a Severe Cold Weather Protocol - the second activation this winter. For the next several days, the city has opened its own warming … [Read more...] about Cold snap invokes protocol initiation