As I write this week’s missive, sweets, the city and region are hunkered down for the aftermath of another snowstorm. Yup, January being January, we’ve had a lotta cold, and some mild days, but we have had two big storms as well. A few weeks back it … [Read more...] about Dear Felicia
City, developer discussing inter-local deal
More than seven years after it was announced as the most recent iteration of a plan that goes back 25 years, The Haven project seems in the eyes of many to be something that might take years to complete. The Simon Properties corporation, a concern … [Read more...] about City, developer discussing inter-local deal
Low salaries, benefits hamper recruiting as PD pact discussed
With the city’s contract with members of the West Haven Police Department scheduled to lapse on June 30, negotiations for a new pact have been underway between the administration of Mayor Nancy Rossi and the West Haven Police Union Local 895. A … [Read more...] about Low salaries, benefits hamper recruiting as PD pact discussed
WHPD must be financially competitive
Ed. Note: At a crecent City Council session, Police Commissioner John Carrano alerted the legislators of increasing retention problems at the WHPD. The following is printed in its entirety to help the public understand the problem. My name in … [Read more...] about WHPD must be financially competitive
The week in photos – January 20, 2021
Lady Westies come back strong
After more than a two-week layoff, the West Haven girls basketball team was eager to get on the court. The Westies wasted no time continuing their winning way. Behind a solid defensive effort and a balanced scoring attack, West Haven improved … [Read more...] about Lady Westies come back strong
UNH-Gateway hammer out affiliation plan
The University of New Haven and Gateway Community College (GCC) have announced a new comprehensive affiliation that, among other benefits, will provide a smooth transition for Gateway graduates to join the University of New Haven community. … [Read more...] about UNH-Gateway hammer out affiliation plan
Enrichment program begun in schools
West Haven Public Schools launched an after-school enrichment program this year for second, third, and fourth graders in the district. The program began this October for second graders and spanned over seven weeks with roughly two weeks at … [Read more...] about Enrichment program begun in schools
Squirt AA wins CanAm Tournament crown
The West Haven Mite A travel hockey team was back in action after the winter break. The Westies continued their fine run of form, going 2-0 on the weekend despite being on the road for both games. On Saturday, the Blue Devils played the … [Read more...] about Squirt AA wins CanAm Tournament crown
Historian’s Corner
By Dan Shine Voice Columnist Maritime Series, Part I See part 2 | part 3 | part 4 | part 5 | part 6 | part 7 New Haven Harbor: In 1614, Dutch Explorer Adriaen Block visited and mapped the Connecticut shoreline; he named the … [Read more...] about Historian’s Corner