Let's have the socialism talk One of the interesting back stories of this year’s Presidential race is the ascendance of Socialist Bernie Sanders as the putative front-runner in the Democratic Party’s race to the nomination. To say this has the … [Read more...] about Editorial
Historian’s Corner
By Dan Shine Voice Columnist Gesner & Mar Shipyard This week we continue our discussion of New Haven Topography: A visitor to Savin Rock might wonder why a statue of a lone sailor stands at the edge of the Old Grove. … [Read more...] about Historian’s Corner
City to begin sidewalk rehab in spring
By Michael P. Walsh Special to the Voice The Department of Public Works is continuing its sidewalk repair and replacement program this spring. City sidewalk inspector Ernie Chiarelli recently announced that 372 addresses were … [Read more...] about City to begin sidewalk rehab in spring
The week in photos – February 20, 2020
Mite C tops arch rival Hamden, 12-4
On Saturday morning, the West Haven Mite C hockey team hosted the Hamden Dragons Mite C's. The Westies came out on top by a score of 12-4. Logan Minio and Brady Salkins each picked up a hat trick, and Julius Stokes, Jax Guarino, … [Read more...] about Mite C tops arch rival Hamden, 12-4
Wizards splash at Trials
The West Haven Wizards had a successful weekend at Yankee League Swim Trials. The Yankee Swim League consists of 11 teams and more than 600 swimmers. Trials took place at two different venues, over four sessions on both Saturday and. A total of 128 … [Read more...] about Wizards splash at Trials
Knights get ready for tournament runs
Basketball --The 5th-ranked Green Knights beat Fairfield Prep 62-43 on its annual Senior Night game on Valentine’s Day. Four of the five seniors got in the score column and as a group they tallied 42 points. Zach Laput led the way with 21 points and … [Read more...] about Knights get ready for tournament runs
Devil squads seek tourney
The time for the West Haven girls basketball team to qualify for the postseason is dwindling away. The Westies now have one game to play to qualify for bonus basketball. After the Westies lost their seventh straight contest, 59-37, in … [Read more...] about Devil squads seek tourney
City’s grand list sees slight hike
The city’s grand list of taxable property has grown by nearly $36 million, or just over 1%, for fiscal year 2019, Mayor Nancy R. Rossi announced. The net grand list is now more than $2.7 billion, said Rossi, adding that the grand list also … [Read more...] about City’s grand list sees slight hike
Gripevine
Dear Gripe Vine Readers: I have begun to become impressed with the cooperation my readers have received from out Councilmen and Councilwomen recently. Most of these city representatives have been responding promptly to your inquiries. It can … [Read more...] about Gripevine