Because of the continued good weather and leaf production, the city has extended the pickup schedule for leaf bags through Jan. 31, Public Works Commissioner Tom McCarthy announced. The bags are picked up on residents’ weekly curbside … [Read more...] about Leaf bag pickups extended by city
McCarthys mark 70th anniversary
Celebrate 70 years together! William and Dorothy McCarthy are happy to celebrate their 70th Wedding Anniversary on January 14. They were married in 1950 at St. Paul’s Church. Dorothy, a lifelong West Haven resident, says that the secret to a long … [Read more...] about McCarthys mark 70th anniversary
Around Town
Mid-Winter Brunch The annual Mid-Winter Brunch, sponsored by the West Haven Historical Society, is scheduled for Sunday, Jan. 26 at Duffy's Tavern, 241 Campbell Ave. Time is 11 a.m. and the cost is $22 per person. Brunch … [Read more...] about Around Town
Couples wed a half century feted Feb. 14th
The city will honor couples who have been married for at least 50 years during its 30th annual Valentine’s Day party from 1:30-3:30 p.m. Feb. 14 at West Haven Elks Lodge 1537, 265 Main St. The couples will receive chocolates and roses from the … [Read more...] about Couples wed a half century feted Feb. 14th
Pollinator pathway confab set for Friday
The West Haven Pollinator Pathway project has received a $5,000 Community Match Fund grant from Sustainable CT, project coordinator David Carr announced. The Pollinator Pathway project aligns with the objective of action 2.5 to “create a … [Read more...] about Pollinator pathway confab set for Friday
Historian’s Corner
By Dan Shine Voice Columnist New Haven Topography Topography is defined the study of the shape and features of land surfaces.. It is the intent of this article to describe the early topography of Greater New Haven, and to … [Read more...] about Historian’s Corner
City organizers look for parade marchers
The city is seeking veterans, civic groups, fraternal organizations, service clubs and marching bands to participate in the annual Memorial Day parade, which steps off at 10:30 a.m. May 25. The parade has no rain date. Participants must … [Read more...] about City organizers look for parade marchers
Christmas trees not to have plastic bags
By Michael P. Walsh Special to the Voice The city reminds residents not to put Christmas trees in plastic bags or stands for curbside pickup. Lights must also be removed from Christmas trees. Plastic bags and other items can become … [Read more...] about Christmas trees not to have plastic bags
Gripevine
Gripe Vine Readers: Recently I was asked an interesting question, what happens to unused prescriptions? Do they just throw them away? What about the people that can’t afford medicine? Are some of these medications available to those in … [Read more...] about Gripevine
Killing unleashes the idiotic
By Rich Lowry Syndicated Columnist In the torrent of idiotic commentary unleashed by the killing of Qassem Soleimani, Colin Kaepernick's deserves a place of honor. The NFL washout and Nike persona who makes sure the company … [Read more...] about Killing unleashes the idiotic