By Michael P. Walsh Special to the Voice Due to the COVID-19 pandemic and its significant impact on the community, the Savin Rock Fireworks Committee has determined that it is appropriate to cancel the 2020 Savin Rock Fireworks Spectacular, … [Read more...] about Fireworks fizzle; funding flounders
Water Street closes Monday
By Michael P. Walsh Special to the Voice The city is permanently closing and abandoning Water Street on April 27 in preparation for the demolition phase of The Haven luxury outlet center. Mayor Nancy R. Rossi said the project … [Read more...] about Water Street closes Monday
Budget review, regular order occupy council
With the budget deadline only two weeks away, the City Council has had a unique review of the document in the era of Wuhan Virus restrictions. According to City Council Chairman Ron Quagliani (D-at-large), despite the fact the panel has had to work … [Read more...] about Budget review, regular order occupy council
The week in photos – April 9, 2020
Bridges offers scholarship
Bridges Healthcare, Inc. announced that applications are now being accepted for The Barry Kasdan Scholarship for the Pursuit of a Graduate or Undergraduate Degree in Human Services. Eligible applicants must reside in one of the towns located in … [Read more...] about Bridges offers scholarship
Ruickholdt named to state panel
Nicholas W. Ruickoldt, CPIA, of West Haven, was elected secretary of the Professional Insurance Agents of Connecticut, at the association’s annual convention, March 5-6, at Foxwoods Resort Casino in Mashantucket. Ruickoldt is a broker with The … [Read more...] about Ruickholdt named to state panel
Obituaries
William Cooper The Villages, FL - William Allen “Bill” Cooper, 86, passed away from cancer on Thursday, March 19, 2020 at his home in The Villages, FL surrounded by loving family and friends. Bill, born May 17, 1933 in New Haven, was the son … [Read more...] about Obituaries
Carfora trio kept Devils in hunt
It is not often a high school parent gets to watch his or her children on the same playing field at the same time. Whether it is different sports, different ages, or numerous other factors, seeing two children play at the same time has been less and … [Read more...] about Carfora trio kept Devils in hunt
Letters
Don't raise taxes The following is a letter that I sent to the City Council for submission at the Special Meeting held last week on Thursday, April 2nd for the purposes of the annual budget presentation. To the City Council … [Read more...] about Letters
Berrios, Consorte gain NFF honors
The 60th anniversary of the Casey-O'Brien New Haven County Chapter of the National Football Foundation and College Hall of Fame Scholar Athlete awards dinner, which was scheduled March 27 was canceled. However, two city residents were named to the … [Read more...] about Berrios, Consorte gain NFF honors