By Michael P Waslh Special to the Voice It's not too late to test your home for radon, the second-leading cause of lung cancer. Radon is a colorless, odorless and naturally occurring radioactive gas formed from the natural decay of … [Read more...] about Radon test kits still available
Gripevine
Dear Eleanore Turkington: Recently I spotted a huge billboard in our state that displayed a warning to motorists that there was a law in Connecticut that showed a penalty to drivers concerning driving and texting. I wasn't aware that … [Read more...] about Gripevine
Dear Felicia
We have lots to talk about, honey bunch, but ain’t it something! We’re already in the month of May, and as I tell yew often, Granny used to say once we git past Memorial Day (she called it Decoration Day), the rest of the year just flies. Well, it’s … [Read more...] about Dear Felicia
Students learn in aftermath of April 15 events
By Michael O’Brien Special to the Voice Ed. Note: Some contextual material was added to this story by Voice staff. The West Haven Public School district is turning the unfortunate events from last week’s beach incident, into a teachable … [Read more...] about Students learn in aftermath of April 15 events
Johnstone back from medical leave
After a two-month medical leave of absence, Republican Councilman Steven J. Johnstone, who represents West Shore’s 10th District, has resumed his City Council duties. Johnstone, the council’s minority leader, expressed his “sincere gratitude” … [Read more...] about Johnstone back from medical leave
The center of radical universe
By Rich Lowry Syndicated Columnist Columbia University is once again the center of the radical universe. More than 50 years after anti-Vietnam War demonstrators roiled the Columbia campus in 1968, anti-Israel agitators are … [Read more...] about The center of radical universe
Editorial
Blight, another problem In our last issue, these columns discussed the new initiative of Mayor Dorinda Borer in establishing a Blight Taskforce. The new initiative, including several city departments and personnel, is tasked with enforcing the … [Read more...] about Editorial
Letters
Enough is Enough! I never thought I would have to start a letter with those words, however these words are on a large number of Americans minds and on the tips of their tongues due to the sorry state of our communities today! I have to ask our … [Read more...] about Letters
CBC awards WHHS project for ‘team effort’
The Connecticut Building Congress recognizes outstanding building projects that exemplify project team excellence and represent the best practices in teamwork by project owners, architects, engineers, constructors and trades. Each year, CBC … [Read more...] about CBC awards WHHS project for ‘team effort’
Scout project upgrades Sandy Point park
Saturday, April 20th was a remarkable day for the Sandy Point Neighborhood and the City of West Haven. With support from over 30 volunteers, Nico Antonucci rebuilt a landmark City garden as his noteworthy Eagle Scout Project. The effort was … [Read more...] about Scout project upgrades Sandy Point park