By Michael P. Walsh Special to the Voice The Centennial Fireworks and a Doobie Brothers tribute concert will highlight a weekend of festivities marking West Haven’s 100th anniversary. The fireworks and concert, held by the City of … [Read more...] about Fireworks, concert mark Centennial summer finale
The week in photos – August 19, 2021
Hidden Gems
Ed. Note: This is the second in a series on local business, in a partnership between the Voice and the Economic Development Commission. Picture it: work's done for the day, and you and your Circle of Friends, or you and that Special Someone - … [Read more...] about Hidden Gems
Letters
Consider Cohen for Mayor On July 22, it was my honor to place the name of Barry Lee Cohen as the West Haven Republicans’ unanimous choice to be the next mayor of West Haven. Being that Barry’s campaign is “One West Haven,” I’d like to share … [Read more...] about Letters
16U season ends in tourney loss
The West Haven Post 71 U16 team made a run for the state tournament only to eliminated in the opening round, 5-1 to Next Level. Enroute to the playoff run was an up-and-down road. That road started with a even record, and the hope of improving in the … [Read more...] about 16U season ends in tourney loss
Around Town
Mayor hosts luncheon Mayor Nancy R. Rossi will host a catered lunch for city residents 65 and older from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Monday at the West Haven Senior Center, 201 Noble St. The luncheon will celebrate the reopening … [Read more...] about Around Town
1st Church plans return of popular Festival to Green
After missing out last year due to the COVID-19 pandemic, parishioners of First Congregational Church are set to host its annual Apple Festival on Sept. 24-26. The annual festival offers families a fun-filled weekend of entertainment, including live … [Read more...] about 1st Church plans return of popular Festival to Green
Liberty Coin Club relocates
The Liberty Coin Club of West Haven has relocated its coin shows previously held at the West Haven Elks Club to the Hilton Garden Inn, Milford. Liberty Coin Club schedule: Sept. 12, Oct. 10, Nov. 14, Dec. 12. … [Read more...] about Liberty Coin Club relocates
Historian’s Corner
By Dan Shine Voice Columnist To Savin Rock in a Packard This week we present a young girl’s memories of a long-ago summer day, spent at Savin Rock. Our thanks to Valerie Forte for this story, written by her mother, the late … [Read more...] about Historian’s Corner
Wright found a niche at Community House
Moving from the corporate world to the world of nonprofits can be a challenge to some who savor pressure, deadlines, or moving up the ladder. For some however, moving from profit to nonprofit corporations and agencies can be finding one’s niche … [Read more...] about Wright found a niche at Community House