By Dan Shine Voice Columnist City Point Yacht Club 130 Years Young Ever since the first settlers arrived in their “new haven” in 1637, our greater community has been closely linked to the waters of the Harbor and Long Island … [Read more...] about Historian’s Corner
Grant aids VA neighborhood upgrades
By Michael P. Walsh Special to the Voice Mayor Dorinda Borer joined Gov. Ned Lamont at City Hall on Monday to announce $1.8 million in state bond funding for neighborhood upgrades around the West Haven VA Medical Center. The morning … [Read more...] about Grant aids VA neighborhood upgrades
Youth Soccer opens spring season
The West Haven Police Local 895 lost a close game to American Legion Post 71 Crushing Tigers, 2-0. Ethan Martinez showed some solid footwork in the loss. Muhammad Afaq made a great save on a Tigers shot, and Dilan Guaneme showed great hustle up … [Read more...] about Youth Soccer opens spring season
Westies looking for tournament berths
The West Haven baseball team is looking to qualify for the postseason. The Westie still have some work to do. Scoring twice in the third inning and three times in the fifth inning, West Haven scored six unanswered runs to defeat Shelton, 6-4. … [Read more...] about Westies looking for tournament berths
The week in photos – April 17, 2025
Summer work applications accepted
Applications for the Summer Youth Employment Program will be available from through-May 2 in the main entrance of West Haven High School and the main office of Bailey Middle School. Applications are available on the city website for students who … [Read more...] about Summer work applications accepted
Grant funds wastewater site seawall
The city has been awarded a $10.39 million grant from the Federal Emergency Management Agency to harden the wastewater treatment plant on Beach Street against storms, Mayor Dorinda Borer announced. The grant — the largest federal grant in … [Read more...] about Grant funds wastewater site seawall
Alum’s donation fuels UNH plans
A substantial donation from alumnus and successful business executive Dennis Martin (Class of 1981) will support the development of an 80,000-square-foot facility that will advance the University's commitment to innovation and maximizing graduates' … [Read more...] about Alum’s donation fuels UNH plans
Bulk trash collection set for April 21-25
By Michael P. Walsh Special to the Voice The next bulk trash pickup week is April 21-25. West Haven residents are reminded to separate metals, recyclables and regular trash from bulk trash and put them out no more than 24 hours … [Read more...] about Bulk trash collection set for April 21-25
Dear Felicia
Effen there is one thing that has marked our transition from March to April it’s been the weather in these parts, sweetie pie. As I scribe these notes to yew, it has rained all but one day, and has been windy and cold. Any thought o’ shutting down … [Read more...] about Dear Felicia