A Visit from St. Nicholas By Clement Clarke Moore - 1779-1863 ‘Twas the night before Christmas, when all through the house Not a creature was stirring, not even a mouse; The stockings were hung by the chimney with care, In hopes that … [Read more...] about Editorial – A visit from St. Nicholas
Menorah lighting slated Tuesday
The West Haven Green Hanukkah Menorah Lighting, presented by Mayor Dorinda Borer, is set for 4:30 p.m. Tuesday. The lighting will mark the third night of the Jewish Festival of Lights, an eight-day commemoration of rededication of the Temple … [Read more...] about Menorah lighting slated Tuesday
Historian’s Corner
By Dan Shine Voice Columnist The Gifts of Christmas The holly in the windy hedgeAnd round the Manor House the yewWill soon be stripped to deck the ledge,The altar, font and arch and pew,So that the villagers can say'The church looks nice' … [Read more...] about Historian’s Corner
Tree-lighting kicks off holidays
By Michael P. Walsh Special to the Voice Santa and Mrs. Claus joined Mayor Dorinda Borer and her special guest, St. Lawrence School fourth grader Madeline Rivera, to light the West Haven Green Christmas Tree during the city’s annual … [Read more...] about Tree-lighting kicks off holidays
Master Ferraro calls it a career
By Dominic Konareski Voice Writer As the West Haven Academy of Karate marks its 50th anniversary, the moment it brings comes with a deep sense of pride, reflections and transformation. Founded in November of 1975 by Charles … [Read more...] about Master Ferraro calls it a career
WHFD offers 2025 Christmas ornament
The WHFD Historical Library presents its 2025 Pewter Christmas Ornament featuring the James C. Woodman Fire Boat which is dedicated to Firefighter Paramedic Jimmy Woodman, who died in the line of duty. This is our seventh ornament in the … [Read more...] about WHFD offers 2025 Christmas ornament
Westies top ‘Hawks in series opener
If the ongoing Thanksgiving series between North Haven and West Haven matches the inaugural contest, fans will be in for a treat every Thanksgiving. In a game which started in dense fog and ended with fireworks, West Haven used a late score … [Read more...] about Westies top ‘Hawks in series opener
The week in photos – November 27, 2025
Demolition underway at Debonair
By Michael P. Walsh Special to the Voice Mayor Dorinda Borer held a news conference Nov. 18 to kick off the demolition of a long-standing eyesore and unsafe building on the city’s shoreline, the former Debonair Beach Motel. To … [Read more...] about Demolition underway at Debonair
Dear Felicia
Happy Turkey Day, honeybunch! ‘Tis hard to believe that we are here once again, getting the vittles ready for another big holiday. Of course, we shouldn’t be surprised, once the Halloween decorations came down, the Christmas ornaments made their … [Read more...] about Dear Felicia