By Steven R. Mullins Allingtown Volunteer West Haven Center District Fire Commissioner and Allingtown Volunteer Fire Association Chief John Carew was inducted in the Connecticut State Fire Association Hall of Fame at the organization's … [Read more...] about Carew named to state Fire Hall of Fame
Council vote, Tier IV press Rossi team
With the almost assured threat of a complete state takeover of city financial concerns, and a No Confidence vote by the City Council last week, Mayor Nancy N. Rossi faces the most difficult time in her tenure, with calls for her resignation coming … [Read more...] about Council vote, Tier IV press Rossi team
The week in photos – April 7, 2022
Youth lacrosse opens
The West Haven Lacrosse 5/6 team opened it season with a split of road games last weekend. Saturday, the Blue Devils travelled to Redding and dropped a 7-6 game against a tough Relax 5/6 team. Rocco Kelly scored 4 goals for the Westies. … [Read more...] about Youth lacrosse opens
Westie squads open the season
It may be early in the season, but it is never too early to kick start the rivalry in the Battle of West Haven. The calendar may have said April, but Monday afternoon’s contest between West Haven and cross-town rival Notre Dame had a … [Read more...] about Westie squads open the season
Around Town
Kite event honors Ziada The second annual Kite Event hosted by the First Congregational Church of West Haven will be held on Saturday, April 16 at 1 p.m. The event will take place on the lawn in front of Savin Rock on Captain Thomas … [Read more...] about Around Town
Young musicians have a day of firsts
It was a day of firsts. On Friday, April 1st, Carrigan Intermediate School hosted its First Annual Pep Band Rally for 5th and 6th graders, as well as 7th graders from Bailey Middle School. For almost all of the 230-plus young musicians … [Read more...] about Young musicians have a day of firsts
Historian’s Corner
By Dan Shine Voice Columnist Maritime Series Part VI See Part 1 | Part 2 | Part 3 | Part 4 | Part 5 | Part 7 In the creation of this story, we wish to acknowledge the efforts of Cathie Iaccarino, Bill Breen, Dr. Scott Graves, Dr. Jim … [Read more...] about Historian’s Corner
Sandy Point group sets clean-up event
The Sandy Point Neighborhood Association has announced its first Beach Cleanup for Saturday, April 9 from 10 AM to noon (RAIN DATE: April 10) at the Sandy Point Bird Sanctuary. Organized by the association's Beautification Committee, the … [Read more...] about Sandy Point group sets clean-up event
Retired shopkeeper was a friend to all
For 27 years on the corner of Merwin and New Haven Avenues, city resident Lynne Dowse has been the owner of The Cutting Edge Salon. Being part of both the Milford and West Haven communities, clients came from all over to get services done at her cozy … [Read more...] about Retired shopkeeper was a friend to all