Well, it took a while, but now that summer is here, it seems it wants to let us know it’s really here. For the last little while, honeybunch, we’ve been sweltering through a heat wave that we haven’t seen in these parts for a while. I say it “took a … [Read more...] about Dear Felicia
Historian’s Corner
By Dan Shine Voice Columnist Life Before the Interstate Highway System In Connecticut, most of Interstate 95 was opened for travel on January 2, 1958; on that same day, construction of Interstate 91 was just beginning. … [Read more...] about Historian’s Corner
Letters
Defunding police is a misguided idea The members of the West Haven Police Department “Retired Officers Association” want to take this opportunity to support the West Haven police department and most compassionate and professional police … [Read more...] about Letters
Editorial
Bring back industry In our last edition, Editor Bill Riccio, Jr. published a “short history” of the city’s decline into fiscal insolvency, beginning with the Energy Crisis of 1973, and working his way forward. Judging from some of the comments … [Read more...] about Editorial
City mourns passing of Joe Cullen
The city mourned this week as a longtime public servant – and mayor for a week – passed away. Joseph J. Cullen, who served on the City Council for 14 years, including a stint as chairman, was hailed by city leaders as a man who gave back to his … [Read more...] about City mourns passing of Joe Cullen
School Board reviews plans for re-opening
By Mackenzie Meaney Special to the Voice The West Haven Board of Education met on Monday to discuss a school re-opening plan, and the assembly can be summed up into one word; hopeful. “I am hopeful that we are going to go back to … [Read more...] about School Board reviews plans for re-opening
UI chooses city for tree-planting project
State Rep. Dorinda Borer (D-115) last week announced that West Haven will receive a $10,000 United Illuminating grant to plant trees within the city. Borer, a member of the legislature's Environment Committee advocated for the … [Read more...] about UI chooses city for tree-planting project
The week in photos – July 9, 2020
West Haven and high taxes: a short history
By Bill Riccio, Jr.Voice Editor If I had to admit it, the number of times this writer has gone onto the West Haven Voice Facebook page can be counted on the fingers of one hand. While I do have a Facebook account, and do peruse it occasionally – … [Read more...] about West Haven and high taxes: a short history
Gripevine
Dear Eleanore Turkington: I am aware that a lot of people walk around (the Boardwalk). It is a scenic route off the road that is peaceful and away from noisy cars and road pollution. If you haven’t noticed, both the walking lane and bicycle … [Read more...] about Gripevine