By Leo Kelly Tree Warden As the tree warden of West Haven, I would like to advise the public about the presence of emerald ash borer and its effect on our ash tree population. The ash tree is a native hardwood deciduous tree found … [Read more...] about Tree warden issues advisory on threat by predatory insect
‘Day of Caring’ was a team effort
Sunday, Feb. 17, homeless and struggling families were invited to a “Day of Caring.” Sponsored by Michelle Caprio, Phil Liscio, Westies Care and The First Congregational Church, the day was coordinated through the efforts of the West Haven Family … [Read more...] about ‘Day of Caring’ was a team effort
Dear Felicia
Well, well and more wells. Effen yew thought the silly season was gonna be restricted to the time we git closer to summer, yew were totally wrong. It seems the silly season – what we call the campaign around here – will begin way early, and will have … [Read more...] about Dear Felicia
Surplus is only a beginning
By Nancy R. Rossi Mayor Last week, the City of West Haven announced a budget surplus and positive fund balance for the first time in many years. Although this is great news, I received many requests for clarification and what the audit meant … [Read more...] about Surplus is only a beginning
Connor is 2019’s top Irishman
By Michael P. Walsh Special to the Voice Joan Downing Connor, a founding member of the West Haven Irish-American Club who epitomizes the qualities of an Irish Westie, will receive the city’s Irishwoman of the Year award on the Friday … [Read more...] about Connor is 2019’s top Irishman
Budget surplus touted by Rossi; trashed by critic
By Josh LaBella Voice Reporter While the mayor is touting an announced $3 million batch of black ink as a good thing, in this election year, some of her critics are not convinced it is such a good sign. The mayor’s office announced … [Read more...] about Budget surplus touted by Rossi; trashed by critic
The week in photos – February 28, 2019
Black Balloon Day slated
By Michael P. Walsh Special to the Voice Mayor Nancy R. Rossi is calling on all residents who have been affected by the opioid epidemic to hang a black balloon in front of their homes in observance of Black Balloon Day on Wednesday. … [Read more...] about Black Balloon Day slated
Around Town
WHGC confab The West Haven Garden Club will hold its monthly meeting on Thursday, March 14, at St. Louis Church on Bull Hill Road at 11:30 a.m. A luncheon will then follow and the program will be Master Judge Trish Manfredi who will be … [Read more...] about Around Town
Black Heritage takes center stage
By Michael P. Walsh Special to the Voice The city honored the extraordinary legacy of African-Americans and the incalculable contributions they have made to shaping the greatness of America at the 23rd annual Black Heritage Celebration Feb. 20 … [Read more...] about Black Heritage takes center stage