New term, same issues As of noon Sunday, the city administration took its oath of office and begins the work of governing this city of more than 53,000 over the next two years. Mayor Nancy Rossi begins her second term in office, and a new City … [Read more...] about Editorial
Dear Felicia
Thanksgiving is over for another year, and now we move onto the Christmas season. No, not holiday season, Felicia Navalance: Christmas. Season. We don’t say Happy Holidays for any other season, and we shouldn’t do it here. If people feel like … [Read more...] about Dear Felicia
The week in photos – November 28, 2019
Around Town
Christmas Fest First Congregational Church is hosting its annual Christmas Fest on the Green on Saturday, Dec 7, from 9 to 2:30. The festival will have exciting craft and candy vendors, lunch, bake sale, and a kids’ activity table and surprise … [Read more...] about Around Town
Mite C team loses to Wallingford
The West Haven Youth Hockey Mite C team played its first two games of the season. On Saturday, the Westies lost 5-3 against a tough Wallingford Hawks squad. Evan Harrison played well in goal, supported by Joey Mondo and Julius … [Read more...] about Mite C team loses to Wallingford
Knights dedicate Green Bowl to Dr. Aversa
Notre Dame High School is dedicating the 2019 Green Bowl on Thanksgiving morning to the late Dr. John Aversa and his family. Dr. Aversa passed away this past summer, leaving a legacy of service to so many, including Notre Dame students and … [Read more...] about Knights dedicate Green Bowl to Dr. Aversa
Xavier edges Westies, 22-21
The West Haven football team continues to battle in the 2019 season. Unfortunately for the Westies, they have not been able to pick up the victories. In its fifth contest of the season decided by eight points or less, West Haven dropped to … [Read more...] about Xavier edges Westies, 22-21
‘Hawks play for title
The West Haven Seahawks 8U team (12-0) beat the Mount Hope Cowboys (11-1), 7-0, in the New England Pop Warner semi-final on Saturday. The game matched the Connecticut and Rhode Island 8U (7-and 8-year-old) state champions. The game was held … [Read more...] about ‘Hawks play for title
GOP assesses goals; points fingers
By Josh LaBella Voice Reporter While Republicans did pick up the tenth district council seat in this past election, they did not complete the Hail Mary it would have taken to win the mayoralty and many of the down ballot positions. … [Read more...] about GOP assesses goals; points fingers
Annual tree-lighting has new attractions
By Michael P. Walsh Special to the Voice The annual lighting of the Christmas tree on the Green will herald an evening of merriment Saturday. The six-hour holiday festival will begin at 2 p.m. with Christmas music, food trucks, face … [Read more...] about Annual tree-lighting has new attractions