Well, sweetie pie, it seems that the month o’ January is flying by, and all those who thought the new year was gonna bring something new and different have, so far, been terribly disappernted. The year of 2021 has had as much or more bad news for the … [Read more...] about Dear Felicia
City’s annual MLK tribute is streamed
By Michael P. Walsh Special to the Voice The city celebrated Martin Luther King Jr. Day on Monday with a virtual ceremony now airing on West Haven’s YouTube channel. The program commemorated the enduring legacy of King, who inspired … [Read more...] about City’s annual MLK tribute is streamed
Minority Leader Cohen assesses city
In the Jan 7 edition, Mayor Nancy Rossi and City Council Chairman, Ron Quagliani, provided their assessment of 2020 and what goals they set for this year. In this issue, we asked Councilman Barry Lee Cohen, Co-Minority Leader (R-10), to offer his … [Read more...] about Minority Leader Cohen assesses city
New order defended by officials
It was a short note from the mayor’s office last week, but has some eyebrows raised. As of its publication last week, all department heads are forbidden to answer questions from City Council members unless those questions are sent in writing, and … [Read more...] about New order defended by officials
The week in photos – January 7, 2021
Bulk trash schedule listed for new year
By Michael P. Walsh Special to the Voice The 2021 bulk trash pickup weeks are April 19-23 and Sept. 13-17. West Haven residents are reminded to separate metals, recyclables and regular trash from bulk trash and put them out no more … [Read more...] about Bulk trash schedule listed for new year
WestieBlue is the go-to site for all things in city sports
It is hard to believe the internet’s WestieBlue.com is in its eleventh year of existence. Started over a decade ago by West Haven’s own Mike Madera, the website has grown into the locals’ go-to sports site for youth through high school sports. … [Read more...] about WestieBlue is the go-to site for all things in city sports
Historian’s Corner
Washington’s Brown Suit Federal Hall, New York City Temporary Capital of the United States April 30, 1789 George Washington laid his hand upon a large Bible, one that had been loaned for this purpose by a local … [Read more...] about Historian’s Corner
City reminds residents of proper tree disposal
By Michael P. Walsh Special to the Voice The city reminds residents not to put Christmas trees in plastic bags or stands for curbside pickup. Lights must also be removed from Christmas trees. Plastic bags and other items can become … [Read more...] about City reminds residents of proper tree disposal
Victory is new assistant
ECAD, Educated Canines Assisting with Disabilities, the not-for-profit located in the Winsted/ Torrington area, has conducted two Team Training Sessions this fall, in October and in December, placing five Service Dogs and two Facility Dogs. The … [Read more...] about Victory is new assistant