Join West Haven Fire Department Historian William Heffernan for “Coffee with the Historian,” Saturday, July 1, at the West Haven Elks Lodge, 265 Main St, at 10 a.m. The event, a fundraiser for the WHFD’s Historical Library, will feature anecdotes … [Read more...] about ‘Coffee with the Historian, July 1
Rotary honors WHHS scholar-athletes
West Haven Rotary Club had its 41st Annual Scholar-Athelte Recognition Ceremony at West Haven High School. Seventy-eight WHHS juniors were honored for their achievements in academics and sports. Two seniors received … [Read more...] about Rotary honors WHHS scholar-athletes
Campbell descendants visit city today
A village that honored an enemy soldier is hosting its descendants in special ceremonies today. The visit of George Campbell and daughter Miriam from Glasgow, Scotland takes place today. Campbell is the fifth-generation grandson of Adj. … [Read more...] about Campbell descendants visit city today
Cohen names campaign director
Barry Lee Cohen, Republican Mayoral Candidate announced the appointment of Stefano Guerra as Campaign Director. Guerra, who will graduate summa cum laude next June, is entering his senior year at Southern Connecticut State University. He … [Read more...] about Cohen names campaign director
Annawon Lodge celebrates 150 years
The year 2023 marks Annawon Lodge’s 150th anniversary. The lodge was charted on June 16,1873 in the Village of West Haven,Town of Orange. Its first location was the second floor of what is now called the Altshuler Building on the corner of … [Read more...] about Annawon Lodge celebrates 150 years
The week in photos – May 25, 2023
Campbell descendant to visit city, grave
History will come alive, and a long-told tale of the Revolution will be remembered. On June 8, George Campbell of Edinburgh, Scotland, the fifth-generation grandson of Adjutant William Campbell, will be a special guest of the West Haven Historical … [Read more...] about Campbell descendant to visit city, grave
Mark Levine to lead ‘23 city parade
By Michael P. Walsh Special to the Voice Mark Levine, a Vietnam veteran and lifelong Westie, will lead the city’s Memorial Day parade as grand marshal when it steps off at 10:30 a.m. Monday. Levine, 73, will guide … [Read more...] about Mark Levine to lead ‘23 city parade
15th addition to brick walk to be dedicated
By Michael P. Walsh Special to the Voic West Haven Veterans Council members and city officials will dedicate Phase 15 of the brick Veterans Walk of Honor in Bradley Point Park at 5 p.m. Saturday. All veterans are invited to … [Read more...] about 15th addition to brick walk to be dedicated
Dear Felicia
As we sashay toward summer and this Memorial Day weekend – or as Granny liked to call it “Decoration Day” – things in the berg have been hoppin’ on almost every front. And the results of what has happened, and will happen, could make this one o’ the … [Read more...] about Dear Felicia