To the Class of 2021 Ed. Note: This editorial ran at this time last year, but is still applicable to the new class of 2021. Congratulations Class of 2021! For those of you who are ending your collegiate careers, we hope you find a life’s … [Read more...] about Editorial
Gripevine
Dear Eleanore Turkington: I am sick and tired of the many commercials on television. One night, during a movie, I counted 8 commercials during a commercial break. Enough is enough because I pay a huge amount for television service and regular … [Read more...] about Gripevine
Dear Felicia
Well hon, in case yew were under the impression the cold snap we had a couple weeks ago was gonna mean something, the words of Samuel Clemens (Mark Twain) came to mind, “If you don’t like the weather in New England, wait a minute. It’ll change.” … [Read more...] about Dear Felicia
Rossi makes it official, announces 3rd run
Saying the city has moved forward and needs to “keep up the momentum,” Mayor Nancy R. Rossi announced her plans for a third term in front of a crowd of supporters at the newly constructed Allingtown Green. Democratic Town Chairman and City … [Read more...] about Rossi makes it official, announces 3rd run
Fireworks, festival highlight city’s centennial celebration
By Michael P. Walsh Special to the Voice WEST HAVEN, June 14, 2021 — The City of West Haven Centennial Celebration Committee will toast the community’s 100th anniversary with a six-month series of free concerts, historical exhibits and … [Read more...] about Fireworks, festival highlight city’s centennial celebration
The week in photos – June 3, 2021
U11 girls pick up 3-1 victory over Oxford
Wet weather curtailed West Haven Youth Soccer action over the weekend, but the action the previous weekend was intense. The Vio's Sports Plus West Haven U11 girls travel team hosted Oxford on Saturday, May 22, picking up a 5-1 Win. … [Read more...] about U11 girls pick up 3-1 victory over Oxford
Lightning falls to Cheshire in lax action
In this week’s West Haven Youth Lacrosse action, The 3/4 West Haven Lightning took on Cheshire in the rain on Saturday, falling to the Rams in overtime 5-3. Rocco Kelly picked up two goals, and Ethane McGrath picked up the third. Dante … [Read more...] about Lightning falls to Cheshire in lax action
Westie squads end ‘21 season
As the spring sports season wound down to its final two weeks, West Haven’s teams sought to position themselves for postseason play. Down to its last three outs, the West Haven baseball team had one last rally in it. Scoring three times in the … [Read more...] about Westie squads end ‘21 season
Historian’s Corner
By Dan Shine Voice Columnist Ora Mason Why on earth would a librarian be vacationing on a tramp steamer?? Well, it’s like this: Born in 1904, Ora Mason began work at the West Haven Public Library in 1924 as the children’s … [Read more...] about Historian’s Corner