Gripe Vine Readers: I have not written this column for a short time and I’m going to run a number of catch-up items in this week’s edition. Would you please take this opportunity to update me if the gripes you had previously submitted have not … [Read more...] about Gripevine
Dear Felicia
Happy New Year, honey bunch! There weren’t too many people who were unhappy to see 2020 in the rearview mirror, that’s for sure. In a year that started out with soooo much positive going on, it’s amazing how it all turned so sour so fast. Here in the … [Read more...] about Dear Felicia
Officials set goals for new year
As the new year opens, city officials are looking back and looking forward with a particular eye on the biggest story of the year, the decade, and, so far, the century. COViD-19, the virus that originated in China and found its way all over the world … [Read more...] about Officials set goals for new year
Veteran’s Museum closed for winter
The West Haven Veterans Museum & Learning Center will be closed to the public from December 21, 2020 until February 26, 2021. If you have items you wish to donate or would like to arrange a private tour, please call and leave a message at … [Read more...] about Veteran’s Museum closed for winter
The week in photos – December 17, 2020
Obituary
Katherine Held Katherine Disbrow Spaulding Held was born September 20, 1915 to Frank Edgar Spaulding and Natalie Belle Disbrow Spaulding at the family home in West Haven. She had an older brother, Frank, Jr., who predeceased her. She was … [Read more...] about Obituary
City issues rules limiting parking in snowstorms
By Michael P. Walsh Special to the Voice To help crews expedite snow removal, Public Works Commissioner Tom J. McCarthy is reminding residents and businesses to observe parking regulations during and after storms. Per the “Severe … [Read more...] about City issues rules limiting parking in snowstorms
Historian’s Corner
By Dan Shine Voice Columnist Loretta’s Christmas Memory, 1929 (With thanks to Valerie Forte Vitali) In her years as Librarian, Loretta BonTempo Forte had a knack for selecting books that suited the avid readers who patronized the … [Read more...] about Historian’s Corner
Bingo resumes
The West Haven ItalianAmerican Civic Association has reeopen its weekly Bingo, Doors open at 6 p.m.. Social Distancing applies. Masks must worn, no reserved seats. Bring your own snacks & drinks. Call (203) 937-8339 for information. … [Read more...] about Bingo resumes
Second-half taxes due
By Michael P. Walsh Special to the Voice The second installment of city tax bills — real estate, personal property, motor vehicle, sewer — are due Jan. 1, and payments after Feb. 1 are considered delinquent and subject to interest, Tax … [Read more...] about Second-half taxes due