By Michael P. Walsh Special to the Voice Army Air Forces veteran Frank J. Corso and Navy vet Mike Pimer will lead the city’s Memorial Day parade as grand marshals when it steps off at 10:30 a.m. May 31. Corso, who turns 100 on July … [Read more...] about Corso, Pimer to lead Memorial Day parade
Audubon Society gives 1st-ever award for efforts at Sandy Point
It’s a first, and it is a good thing for the city. Due to efforts to preserve bird sanctuaries along Sandy Point, the Audubon Society honored West Haven with its first-ever “Share the Shore” Award. In making the announcement, the director of the … [Read more...] about Audubon Society gives 1st-ever award for efforts at Sandy Point
The week in photos – May 6, 2021
WHCH celebrates Head Start teachers
The Community House, the cornerstone social service agency serving West Haven children and families for 80 years, celebrates Teacher Appreciation week by thanking the more than 45 wonderful, dedicated teachers employed in their Head Start … [Read more...] about WHCH celebrates Head Start teachers
‘Jackets defeat Shoreline, 4-1 in soccer
In the third week of the West Haven Youth Soccer League season, the Gunning Law Firm Yellow Jackets defeated Shoreline Wellness, 4-1. Alessia Coletta opened the scoring early on with a right-foot shot. Lehanna Philogene got her second goal of … [Read more...] about ‘Jackets defeat Shoreline, 4-1 in soccer
Youth Lacrosse League opens
The West Haven Youth Lacrosse League opened its spring season. The 3/4 Lightning picked up a big win over Hamden, 8-3. Charlie Gunning led the scoring, picking up four goals. Rocco Kelly added three goals of his own, and Colin … [Read more...] about Youth Lacrosse League opens
My two cents By Bill Riccio, Jr.
When Exhibition Stadium was opened in West Haven in 1947, it was an interesting construct. More functional than beautiful, it was built by Maurice P. Quigley to be a home to the West Haven Sailors, a semi-professional baseball outfit that played … [Read more...] about My two cents By Bill Riccio, Jr.
Baseball hits a bump; lacrosse snaps back
West Haven junior Dylan Supan has been playing well during his team's recent winning streak. Supan decided to up his play to yet another level last Tuesday afternoon. Needing just 75 pitches, Supan tossed a no-hitter as West Haven … [Read more...] about Baseball hits a bump; lacrosse snaps back
Plantings celebrate Arbor Day in city
By Michael P. Walsh Special to the Voice Throwing shovels of dirt, Mayor Nancy R. Rossi and city leaders dedicated the planting of a sugar tyme crab apple in Old Grove Park in observance of West Haven’s Arbor Day celebration Friday. … [Read more...] about Plantings celebrate Arbor Day in city
Veterans Museum opens for spring
The West Haven Veterans Museum, 30 Hood Terrace is now open Wednesday through Saturday, 10-2. For more information, call (203) 934-1111 or email, [email protected]. … [Read more...] about Veterans Museum opens for spring