By Dan Shine Voice Columnist West Haven’s Centennial Part III See: Part 1 | Part 2 | Part 4 | Part 5 | Part 6 Anyone who visits the Post Office on Campbell Avenue can look up and see there in the lobby a mural painting—an … [Read more...] about Historian’s Corner
WHCH celebrates ‘Read across America’
Joining more than 45 million readers across the country, preschoolers at the West Haven Community House read more than 225 books in the week leading up to the 18th annual National Education Association's (NEA) Read Across America Day on Friday, March … [Read more...] about WHCH celebrates ‘Read across America’
Ferraro asks state to delay leave act
A member of the city’s assembly delegation has called on the state to delay its implementation of the Family Medical Leave Act in light of the COVID-19 pandemic. Rep. Charles Ferraro called for the delay, following a letter sent by GOP leadership … [Read more...] about Ferraro asks state to delay leave act
Elderly, disabled get tax break
The assessor’s office is accepting applications for tax relief programs for elderly and disabled homeowners from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. weekdays at City Hall, 355 Main St. West Haven residents can apply for the programs, based on their 2020 incomes, … [Read more...] about Elderly, disabled get tax break
Covid bill is bad policy
By Rich Lowry Syndicated Columnist Joe Biden has signed what may well end up being the biggest accomplishment of his presidency, an enormous $1.9 trillion COVID relief bill. With his other priorities likely to molder in the Senate, … [Read more...] about Covid bill is bad policy
Editorial
Public has only one shot to speak on budget plan The annual rites of spring began for city politicians last Thursday with the release of Mayor Nancy N. Rossi’s proposed budget for Fiscal Year 2022, beginning July 1. The proposal clocks in at … [Read more...] about Editorial
Gripevine
Gripe Vine Readers: Gripe Vine has been made aware of many motor vehicle complaints on Benham Hill Road and Hubbard Road. To illustrate complaints: “The WHPD has set up stop signs in the road and included increased motor vehicle stops … [Read more...] about Gripevine
Dear Felicia
Here we are, Felicia, and you can tell it’s the end o’ March. The trees are startin’ to show jest a bit o’ life with a hint of what’s to come in the form o’ leaves, there is a hint of warmth in the air – though not enuff to start opening the windows, … [Read more...] about Dear Felicia
John Lewis to seek Democratic mayoral nod
Ending weeks of rumors and speculation a former city councilman, and mayoral executive secretary has decided to seek the Democratic nomination for mayor in the 2021 municipal elections. John Lewis announced his plans to seek the nod in a … [Read more...] about John Lewis to seek Democratic mayoral nod
Rossi proposes $165.54M budget package for FY’22
The public will get its one and only chance to comment on Mayor Nancy N. Rossi’s proposed budget in a streamed public hearing slated for March 29 at 6 p.m. The City Council announced the hearing following last week’s special session in which the … [Read more...] about Rossi proposes $165.54M budget package for FY’22