By Michael P. Walsh Special to the Voice To help crews expedite snow removal, Public Works Commissioner Tom J. McCarthy is reminding residents and businesses to observe parking regulations during and after storms. Per the “Severe … [Read more...] about City issues rules limiting parking in snowstorms
Historian’s Corner
By Dan Shine Voice Columnist Loretta’s Christmas Memory, 1929 (With thanks to Valerie Forte Vitali) In her years as Librarian, Loretta BonTempo Forte had a knack for selecting books that suited the avid readers who patronized the … [Read more...] about Historian’s Corner
Bingo resumes
The West Haven ItalianAmerican Civic Association has reeopen its weekly Bingo, Doors open at 6 p.m.. Social Distancing applies. Masks must worn, no reserved seats. Bring your own snacks & drinks. Call (203) 937-8339 for information. … [Read more...] about Bingo resumes
Second-half taxes due
By Michael P. Walsh Special to the Voice The second installment of city tax bills — real estate, personal property, motor vehicle, sewer — are due Jan. 1, and payments after Feb. 1 are considered delinquent and subject to interest, Tax … [Read more...] about Second-half taxes due
Driver an Eagle Scout
West Haven Troop 899 member Kellen W. Driver was recently awarded the prestigious rank of Eagle Scout. Kellen, the son of proud parents David and Angela Driver, earned this highest distinction in Scouting by passing his Eagle Scout Board of Review of … [Read more...] about Driver an Eagle Scout
Maroney tapped to chair law panel
State Sen. James Maroney (D-14) has been named Chairman of the General Law Committee, Chair of the Regulation Review Committee, and Vice-Chairman of the Veterans' Affairs Committee in the Connecticut General Assembly. Senator Maroney was appointed … [Read more...] about Maroney tapped to chair law panel
Community House makes year-end appeal
For nearly 80 years, the Community House has been the cornerstone social service agency of West Haven with programs including Head Start quality school readiness program for children from income-eligible families; Children & Youth Services before … [Read more...] about Community House makes year-end appeal
Dear Felicia
As they year winds down, Felicia, it has been our custom, yew and I, to list the gifts we’d like to see under various politico’s trees during Christmastide. We think the Jolly Ole Elf himself would be perty open to our suggestions. So, let’s git … [Read more...] about Dear Felicia
New Enterprise Zone
Rossi hails plan as economic spur Mayor Nancy R. Rossi is proposing the establishment of a state-designated Enterprise Zone in the city that would run the length of Front Avenue and Spring Streets and include the city’s compost site and North … [Read more...] about New Enterprise Zone