By Michael P. Walsh Special to the Voice The city paid tribute to the proud legacy of African Americans and the immeasurable contributions — courage, imagination and unbeatable determination — they have made to shaping the American nation … [Read more...] about Black History marked with many honors
Pee Wee AA celebrating with trophy
In its regular season finale, the West Haven Mite C hockey team took on the Wallingford Hawks Mite C's. The two teams played a series of competitive games this year, and this one was no different as West Haven posted the victory. … [Read more...] about Pee Wee AA celebrating with trophy
Wizards take second in conference championships
The Wizards came up big at Yankee League Championships. The Wizards won second place over all in the Yankee League, three age group awards for the 6 & under boys, 9/10 boys and 15& over girls, are sending 40 swimmers to the All-Star … [Read more...] about Wizards take second in conference championships
Knights top Jesuits in SCC quarterfinal
Basketball -- Brett Hutchison scored seven of his 15 total points in a strong spurt late in the second quarter to help the Green Knights beat Fairfield Prep 64-53 in the quarterfinal of the SCC Tournament on Saturday, February 29, 2020. It was the … [Read more...] about Knights top Jesuits in SCC quarterfinal
Lady devils ousted in tournament
The streak is finally over. After seven consecutive attempts to qualify for the state tournament, the West Haven girls basketball team is now in. With an 86-22 victory over Harding Tuesday afternoon, West Haven advanced to the postseason for … [Read more...] about Lady devils ousted in tournament
Gripevine
Dear Eleanore Turkington: This is the third time I have written you about commercial vehicles (dump trucks included) that park in a residential neighborhood on Jones Hill Road, Bellvue and Hillside Avenue upper and lower. I have … [Read more...] about Gripevine
Around Town
Fall prevention class The Center for Disability Rights invites the public to a free event for a Balance and Fall Prevention class. The public can either attend March 12, from 10 to 11, or March 16 from 3 to 4. The classes will be held at … [Read more...] about Around Town
Sweeney named city’s Irishman of 2020
By Michael P. Walsh Special to the Voice Keith M. Sweeney, an integral part of West Haven’s St. Patrick’s Day celebrations as a committee member and participant, will receive the city’s Irishman of the Year award at noon March 17 at the … [Read more...] about Sweeney named city’s Irishman of 2020
Dear Felicia
Hard to believe, honeybunch, but the calendar toined on Sundee, and it’s March! March! And, it came in like the calmest lamb. As usual we are havin’ a few days of spring-like weather around the burg, but that usually portends a cold snap, the likes … [Read more...] about Dear Felicia
Letters
First responders are true heroes! I want to publicly acknowledge and thank the true heroes in West Haven--the West Shore Fire Department. They are the essence of the City of West Haven. My husband and I have been residents of West Haven … [Read more...] about Letters