The two major parties have new leadership. The West Haven Democratic Town Committee unanimously selected Kristen Malloy-Scanlon to lead the party for a two-year term at its organizational meeting on March 31, 2026. Malloy-Scanlon, a … [Read more...] about Town committees elect new leadership
‘Mission Accomplished’ in Devils’ CIAC Division I tournament crown
Open the door Paul McMahon, Rob Dubose, Todd Wiliams, Kendall Chambers, Devan Hayes, Darryl Drayton, Lee Dease, and team members. You have company. For the first time since 1987, the West Haven boys basketball team is state champions. The Westies … [Read more...] about ‘Mission Accomplished’ in Devils’ CIAC Division I tournament crown
The week in photos – April 9, 2026
There was once a USS West Haven
By Dominic Konareski Voice Writer West Haven has a deep-rooted history, from the red coats invading to even a famous amusement park. One of Connecticut’s oldest settlements is at the same time the state’s youngest town. West Haven separated … [Read more...] about There was once a USS West Haven
Dear Felicia
Spring has sprung, the grass is riz, I wonder where the birdies is? That little bit o’ tortured rhyme was somethin’ we used to cant when we were kiddies effen yew remember sweetie. And, Cobina doesn’t wanna be countin’ her chickens, but she has … [Read more...] about Dear Felicia
Behind the stacks
Welcome back to Behind the Stacks! A new month means new crafts at both of your West Haven Library locations! In celebration of Earth Day, Ora Mason will be providing a Take and Make Upcycled Mini Collage kit for adults. Each kit includes a 5×7 … [Read more...] about Behind the stacks
Editorial
Our children make us proud To say West Haven has not much to cheer about over the last several years is a wry understatement. Financial woes have plagued the city since the early 1990s, economic development has been stalled in the mire of high … [Read more...] about Editorial
Iran has found new enemies
By Rich Lowry Syndicated Columnist Iran’s other enemy. It's not just Israel. One of the least convincing arguments of opponents of the Iran war is that it is a conflict initiated by the Jewish state for its own benefit -- the U.S. is just … [Read more...] about Iran has found new enemies
Pothole repair a spring priority for city
By Dominic Konareski Voice Writer Over the course of the past month, I have noticed the large number of potholes in my Allingtown area of West Haven. As both a driver and sometimes a passenger, weaving around both big and small … [Read more...] about Pothole repair a spring priority for city
UNH Community mourns Dr. Henry Lee
World-renowned forensic scientist Dr. Henry C. Lee passed away peacefully on Friday, March 27, at his home in Henderson, Nevada, displaying remarkable strength, grace and resilience during a brief … [Read more...] about UNH Community mourns Dr. Henry Lee