The city is holding two Hanukkah menorah lightings Thursday night. The annual lighting of the menorah on the West Haven Green, followed by the lighting of the menorah on the Allingtown Green, will celebrate the first day of Hanukkah at … [Read more...] about City holding two menorah lightings Thursday night
Tree-lighting a little different in ‘20
By Michael P. Walsh Special to the Voice Mayor Nancy R. Rossi heralded the holiday season Saturday with a surprise virtual lighting of the Christmas tree on the Green. Despite the city postponing this year’s public tree lighting … [Read more...] about Tree-lighting a little different in ‘20
The week in photos – November 26, 2020
Mites pick up 2 wins in ice action
The West Haven Mite B hockey team played twice this weekend, going 2-0. On Saturday, the Westies hosted East Haven, coming out on top behind the strong goalkeeping of Evan Harrison. West Haven set the pace when Brady Salkins … [Read more...] about Mites pick up 2 wins in ice action
Black Lives Matter issues failed
By Rich Lowry Syndicated Columnist Black Lives Matter came up with the single most effective political slogan of the year. While no one was likely to be overly impressed with Joe Biden's line, "Build Back Better," and Donald … [Read more...] about Black Lives Matter issues failed
Blue Devils take SCC title
The season has come to a close for the West Haven volleyball team. Hosting fifth-seeded Branford, the fourth-seeded Westies fell to the Hornets 17-25, 17-25, 25-21, 12-25 in the first round of the Southern Connecticut Conference Division C tournament … [Read more...] about Blue Devils take SCC title
Obituaries
James V. Spagone James V. Spagone, 92, of West Haven, passed away peacefully on November 19, 2020 after a prolonged illness. A lifelong resident of West Haven, James was born on April 28, 1928, the son of Anthony & Nellie Spagone. … [Read more...] about Obituaries
Small business spotlighted with annual event, Saturday
By Michael P. Walsh Special to the Voice Mayor Nancy R. Rossi has announced the city’s participation in the 11th annual Small Business Saturday on Nov. 28. Small Business Saturday falls between Black Friday and Cyber Monday. It is a … [Read more...] about Small business spotlighted with annual event, Saturday
City marking Artist Sunday
The city is an official partner in a national effort to promote local artists as a source for holiday gift-giving. During the busiest shopping weekend of the year, Nov. 29 has been designated as “Artists Sunday.” “West Haven has signed on to … [Read more...] about City marking Artist Sunday
City tree-lighting canceled for 2020
By Michael P. Walsh Special to the Voice Due to rising coronavirus cases and restrictions limiting large public gatherings, the city has decided to postpone the 2020 Christmas tree lighting festivities to 2021. The tree will still be lit … [Read more...] about City tree-lighting canceled for 2020