Whattsup, honeybunch? Here we are at the beginning of March already, and, judgin’ by the forecasts given by the people who do setch things for a living, March is coming in like a lamb, not that ferocious feline we have seen. That don’t mean that … [Read more...] about Dear Felicia
First grader wins award in national poetry contest
Ayyan Choudhury, the son of Hasan Choudhury, recently submitted a poem in a contest for students, nationwide. Ayyan is a first-grader at Alm E. Pagels. His peome, “What I Am Grateful For?” was selected among thousands of entries. The top 10 … [Read more...] about First grader wins award in national poetry contest
Cove River tidal gates get upgrade
By Michael P. Walsh Special to the Voice A New York contractor began construction last week on the new Cove River tide gate system and pedestrian bridge, Mayor Nancy R. Rossi announced. City Engineer Abdul Quadir said the project, … [Read more...] about Cove River tidal gates get upgrade
Despite February storms, city still within budget on removal
February is finally over. What was a mild winter did a complete about-face within a three-week span. Arctic air, combined with a dip in the jet stream accounted for several major storms, with three dumping significant snowfalls on the region. Though … [Read more...] about Despite February storms, city still within budget on removal
The Week in Photos – February 18, 2021
Youth Hockey squads re-open the season
The West Haven Mite B travel hockey team jumped right back into action following the pause, playing two games on Feb. 6. On Saturday morning, the Westies played a split-squad game with the West Haven Mite A's. Evan Harrison did … [Read more...] about Youth Hockey squads re-open the season
Westies return to action
It has been a long 11 months for the high school hockey community opening night was welcomed with open arms. Throw in a good old-fashioned hockey rivalry, and the winter sports season has officially begun. That was the case in West Haven when … [Read more...] about Westies return to action
Historian’s Corner
By Dan Shine Voice Columnist The Flushing Remonstrance “Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof…” We all recognize these words from the U.S. Constitution’s … [Read more...] about Historian’s Corner
Rossi makes Valentine house calls
By Michael P. Walsh Special to the Voice In a time dominated by the coronavirus, Mayor Nancy R. Rossi lifted spirits by delivering valentines to 30 couples married for at least 50 years, including Bill and Doreen Breen, as part of the … [Read more...] about Rossi makes Valentine house calls
Mayor Rossi touts vaccine sign-up
Mayor Nancy R. Rossi is kicking off a citywide campaign to encourage eligible residents to sign up for the COVID-19 vaccine. “The key to ending the pandemic and getting back to a sense of normality is for our residents to get vaccinated as … [Read more...] about Mayor Rossi touts vaccine sign-up